Obituary - Frances “Granny” Josephine Light

Funeral services for Frances Light of Butler, Missouri will be 2 p.m. Friday, May 10, 2024 at Schowengerdt Funeral Chapel (660-679-6555) in Butler, Missouri. 

Visitation prior to services 1 - 2 p.m. Friday at the Schowengerdt Chapel. Burial in Morris Cemetery, Butler. Contributions to American Disabled Veterans. Online condolences www.schowengerdtchapel.com.

Frances “Granny” Josephine Light, age 87 of Butler, Missouri died Sunday, May 5, 2024 at Medicalodge of Butler, Missouri. She was born February 4, 1937 to Stanley and Paula Schultz Spayhowa in Chinook, Montana.

Frances is survived by a son, Donald Light and wife Lynn of Urich, Missouri; a daughter, Donna Light of Chetopa, Kansas; five grandchildren, Jami Chastain, Danny Chastain, Stephani Parker, Darlene Light and Jake Light; eight great-grandchildren; and three great-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, William R. “Bill” Light on October 16, 1992; her son, Danny Light on May 16, 2003; a daughter, Dianna Cumpton on March 13, 2020; and two grandsons.

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Attention Adrian residents

 

With uncertain Spring weather upon us, the Adrian fire department and emergency services would like everyone to know protocols regarding storm siren operation:

When sirens are activated as a tornado warning, they will continue for 3 minutes. They will NOT be activated for an 'all clear'. 

If another 3 minute activation is initiated, it will be due to a secondary tornado notification.

Sincerely,

Ken Newsome, Adrian EMA Director

Thanks everyone!

 

It was just a couple of months ago that the Adrian Optimist Club contacted me and expressed that the club had a proposal to discuss with me. The club wanted to start an annual fund-raising event that would help benefit the Adrian fire department with future equipment purchasing needs. It was stated that they wanted to do something for the fire department to show their appreciation for what the department does for the community. First, let me say thank you to the club members, and to the community for your continued support. Serving in our community and wherever else we are needed, is a true privilege. After taking a few minutes to try and wrap my head around the idea and their jester of kindness being shown once again, I knew this proposal was going to quickly move forward, and it did.

  Last Saturday morning, breakfast was being served at 6:30 A.M. out at the Optimist building and everyone was hard at work. Optimist members were cooking and members of the Bates County Jr. Livestock Committee were busy helping with serving and doing clean up duties as needed. There were so many different things going on that day, but that didn’t stop people from coming in and showing their support, and we can’t thank you enough for coming. We enjoyed each visit, and we were glad to have the opportunity to tell a little bit about the fire department and its continued growth. Along with a great breakfast, a 50-50 raffle was also held. Mr. Paul Cumpton was the winner of the 50-50 raffle, and wouldn’t you know it, Paul donated his share right back to the fire department. Thanks Paul, we appreciate your continued support.

  We are especially proud of the support that our community shows us in so many ways. We strive to meet your expectations to the best of our ability, and we hope that you are just as proud of the department as we are.

  With that said, I must also thank the men and women who make up the Adrian Fire Department. What a group! They are the true work force of the department, and we are so lucky to have each one of them. I cannot express how much I personally appreciate what they and their families sacrifice while serving as a volunteer.

  Providing emergency services of any kind is very expensive and that will never change. I would encourage you to give yourself a well-deserved pat on the back for being such a strong and supportive community. We are a proud department (not arrogant) and we want to serve those who need our assistance anywhere and anytime, and you play a large part in how we are able to do that. Thanks again to everyone for helping to keep your emergency services departments operating as safely and effectively as possible.

Sincerely,
Chief Dizney

CPR class at BCMH

BCMH will host a AHA Heartsaver® CPR/AED class on Tuesday, May 30 from 5:30pm to 9:30pm. The class will be held in the Bates County Memorial Hospital Education Center at 615 West Nursery Street in Butler and will be led by an AHA-certified instructor. 

To sign up, please call Gayle at 660-200-7007 and leave a message. The fee for this class is $40.

Severe storms likely tonight

A line of severe storms is expected to move west to east through the region tonight. Storms should impact the KC metro in the 9 pm-12 am time frame. Wind gusts up to 70 to even 75 mph remains the primary threat, although a few tornadoes and some large hail will also be possible.

Ellett Memorial Hospital May Employee of the Month

We would like to congratulate Rebecca Schanuth on being chosen as Ellett Memorial Hospital May Employee of the Month! Rebecca has been an LPN with EMH since August of 2015. She has built quite the reputation due the fact she has a sincere love for her profession. 

Through meer observation it shows Rebecca is always ready to lend a hand. She is always asking others how she can help them. She is not afraid to go the extra mile for whatever her patients or family needs. 

Rebecca is known to be very compassionate about her community at home and work. She does so much that goes un-noticed, but when noticed we know who took the time to make a difference. Rebecca makes everyone feel welcome and we are blessed to have her dedication to patients, family and EMH.

Once again, Congratulations Rebecca! Well deserved!!

Three Missourians recognized for dedication to higher education

The electric cooperatives of Missouri have always had strong ties with the University of Missouri. In fact, the first meeting to form what we now know as the Association of Missouri Electric Cooperatives (AMEC) was held in Mumford Hall on Mizzou’s campus on Feb. 11, 1937. Fast forward nearly 90 years and that tie of support is just as strong.

Earlier this year Caleb Jones, executive vice president and CEO of today’s Association of Missouri Electric Cooperatives, was honored by the Mizzou Alumni Association with its prestigious Geyer Award. Named after state Rep. Henry S. Geyer, the award recognizes the work of public officials and citizens who have made a positive impact on higher education and Mizzou. Geyer, a state representative from St. Louis, believed education was the key to progress and prosperity in Missouri and introduced a bill to establish the University of Missouri in 1839.

“It’s always a great honor to be recognized by your college,” Caleb said of the award. “My time at Mizzou prepared me well for a career in public service. I am always happy to give back to Mizzou.”

Before joining AMEC in 2017, Caleb spent three terms representing the 50th District as a Missouri state representative. In his time in the legislature, Caleb was instrumental in securing core funding increases for the university. As CEO of the statewide service organization for Missouri’s electric cooperatives, he has continued to elevate the university through partnerships with the Mizzou Youth Experience, MU Extension and creating a special Missouri Electric Cooperatives ticket portal for Mizzou Sporting events. Caleb has also supported the University of Missouri system through features in Rural Missouri.

Also honored with the award were Chris Chinn, director of the Missouri Department of Agriculture, and state Sen. Tony Luetkemeyer. Chinn has moved the state’s agriculture industry forward through legislative advocacy, social media outreach and publicly speaking on her own experience as a fifth-generation farmer in Shelby County. She was named director of agriculture in 2017 and is a member of Macon Electric Cooperative.

Luetkemeyer has represented Missouri’s 34th District since 2019. He is chairman of the Judiciary and Civil and Criminal Jurisprudence Committee, vice-chairman of the Appropriations Committee and was reelected to a second term in 2022. He has been a vocal advocate for both the University of Missouri system and its Columbia campus.