Obituary - Robert Schalasky

Robert Emmet Schalasky, age 82, of Nevada, MO and formerly of Aurora, IL, passed away at his home, Sunday, June 16, 2024. He was born August 27, 1941, to Joseph and Marie (Zasadzinkski) Schalasky in Chicago, IL.

Robert attended Ravis High School in Burbank, IL and has spent most of his life as a truck driver. On July 8, 1984, he married Linda Kay Burton in Aurora, IL. They moved to Nevada, MO 29 years ago and he has been active in the Fraternal Order of the Eagles #3770, service three times as past president, and was inducted into the Eagles Missouri State Hall of Fame. Robert also was a 28-year member of the Nevada Missouri Elks. He retired from CCX Trucking in February 2004 after 20 years. Robert loved to be around people and loved to be in the spotlight.

Robert leaves behind his wife, Linda of the home; his children, Renee Goldsberry, Hobart, IN, Roxanne (Richard) Hermosello, Chicago, IL, Rhonda Hatton (Tom Schoenhofen) Cape Coral, FL

, Tracy Venne, Appleton, WI, Annie (Will) Idaker, Alamosa, CO, Christine (Carl) Miller, Fort Worth, TX, and Stephanie Stiefbold, Oswego, IL; 23 grandchildren, 40 great grandchildren, and 2 great-great grandchildren; brothers-in-law, Hugh Burton, Terry Burton, and Jeff Burton (Nancy Hagen); a sister-in-law, Lisa (Guy) Lieser; as well as several nieces and nephews.

Robert was preceded in death by his parents, and three brothers, Richard Brewer, Ted “Peanuts” Brewer and Joe Schalasky, a grandson, Lucas Davis and a great-grandson Noah Cunningham.

The family will receive friends from 12:30 to 2:00 p.m. Thursday, at the Lawn Funeral Home, Burbank, IL with entombment at Resurrection Cemetery in Justice, IL following the visitation.

Friends are invited to join the family following the entombment at Mama Luigi’s Italian Restaurant, 7500 S. Harlem Ave, Bridgeview, IL.

Barton County Sheriff's Office completes body scanner training

The Barton County Sheriff's Office has received training on the newly acquired Tek84 Intercept full-body scanner, which uses a low-dose X-ray to detect hidden items on or inside the human body, providing an additional layer of security and safety for the jail and officers.

The Intercept was purchased with grant funding provided through the Department of Health and Senior Services.

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Road work in the city of Harrisonville

WORKING FOR YOU: Today the City of Harrisonville Streets Department have closed Forest Street from Lexington St to Lake Ave, as they make repairs to broken and sunken sections of asphalt.

This section of the road is closed to through traffic and will remain closed until 4 p.m. today.

Public Service Announcement:

Osage Valley Electric Cooperative Members Northwest of the Freeman area are experiencing an outage at this time. 

Crews have been dispatched and power will be restored as quickly and as safely as possible.

Obituary - Harold W. Wright

Harold W. Wright, age 81, passed away peacefully on Monday, June 17, 2024 at his home in Clinton, Missouri surrounded by his loving family. Visitation will be from 5:00-7:00 PM on Wednesday, June 19, 2024 at the Vansant-Mills Chapel in Clinton, Missouri. 

Funeral services will be held at 11:00 AM on Thursday, June 20, 2024 also at the Chapel. Burial to follow in Englewood Cemetery, Clinton, Missouri. Memorial contributions can be made to the Harold Wright Memorial Fund and may be left in care of the funeral home.

Harold was born on July 21, 1942 in Lowry City, Missouri. He was the son of Avis “Bud” and Sarah (Bailey) Wright. Harold attended Clinton High School. On October 5, 1961, he married Victoria Jean (Houk) Wright. They celebrated 54 years of marriage together.

Harold drove a truck over the road for many years, then drove locally before retiring. He enjoyed camping and fishing. He loved spoiling his grandchildren, especially the great grandchildren.

Harold is preceded in death by his parents, wife, brother and great granddaughter Andrea May Turner.

Survivors include three children; James Dennis Wright (Karen) of Windsor, Missouri, Patricia Ann Martin (Raymond) of Clinton, Missouri, and Harold David Wright (Tony) of Dallas, Texas, two siblings; Penny Eichelberger of Clinton, Missouri and Newton Wright of Clinton, Missouri, three grandchildren; April Dawn Bigler (Timothy Lindsey) of Panama City, Florida, Stephanie Nicole Hursh (Rodney) of Centerview, Missouri, and Matthew Wright of Windsor, Missouri, along with four great-grandchildren; Rachelle Dawn Turner of Clinton, Missouri, Brenda Allen Hursh of Warrensburg, Missouri, Noah Ryan Turner of Windsor, Missouri, and Carson Wayne Hursh of Centerview, Missouri.

Grandpa will be missed greatly

Arrangements have been entrusted to Vansant-Mills Funeral Home in Clinton, Missouri.

Rich Hill Fire Department receives $500 donation from the Patriot Guard Riders

Last night the fire Rich Hill Fire Department received a $500 donation from the Patriot Guard Riders. This donation was made in memory of former firefighter Boots Hoover.

Pictured from left to right firefighter Bailey Miller, senior ride captain with the Patriot Guard Riders Tom Swarens and operations chief Alec Entrikin.

 

30 years of service to the city of Harrisonville

During Monday’s Board of Aldermen meeting, the Mayor recognized Art Carver for 30 years of service to the City of Harrisonville.

Art began working with the City in 1994 and currently works in our Parks Maintenance Department.

We are so grateful for the hard work and dedication Art has given to the City and to the Harrisonville community during his time here! 

He is a strong example of selfless service, and we look forward to his continued leadership here in Harrisonville.