Obituary - Patsy Cordelia Herman

Patsy Cordelia Herman, age 90, resident of Lake Ft. Scott, passed to her Lord, Thursday, July 18, 2024, in comfort at her son’s home in Ft. Scott following a complicated illness.

Patsy was born May 9, 1934, in Dyer County, TN, the oldest child of W. Doyle Beasley and Belva P. (Tucker) Beasley. She graduated from Cardwell High School, Cardwell, Mo. in 1952 and continued her education to become a dental assistant, upon receiving her certification, and began her career in that position in Butler, Mo.

Patsy married Glen R. Herman on May 5, 1956, in Butler, Mo, which continued for 54 years until Glen’s passing in 2010. This union produced 3 sons, all born in Butler, Mo.

Patsy was a committed follower of Jesus Christ and longtime bible teacher within the home, life, and as a member of the church of Christ. Within that context she was a faithful wife, dedicated mother, and a loving grandmother.

Patsy was a creative entrepreneur and wore many business hats through the years, sales in Tupperware, Amway, and established 2 businesses, The Echo (woman’s resale clothing, Pittsburg, Ks) and The Wicker Shop (wicker furniture and home décor, Hutchinson, KS). She was also active and an officer within Altrusa International, a women’s organization dedicated to community service. She also volunteered at the Fort Scott National Historic Site for many years and drew in many families and friends to also volunteer. You could find her every Monday at the bookstore in her “Sargeant Herman” uniform.

Patsy and Glen loved playing golf and the Colorado Rockies. They traveled for 22 years to Colorado from late May until the first real snowfall. They loved the mountain life and Arrowhead Ranch community. They hosted and invited any and all to come and spend time with them.

Survivors include 2 sons, Tim Herman and wife Lois, and Jim Herman, all of Ft. Scott, and daughter-in-law Paula Herman, Baton Rouge, La., sister Renee Gerteis (Ft. Scott), and brother Billy Beasley (Bakersfield, CA). She is also survived by 9 grandchildren, Jeremiah, Molly, Hannah, Paige, Annette, Lydia, Jon-Max, Christopher, Tori, and 17 great grandchildren, nieces, nephews and extended family.

Patsy was preceded in death by her husband Glen, a beloved son Linn Herman, Bonnie Troll (sister), brother in-laws (Jim Gerteis, Red Troll) and her parents.

Funeral services will be held at 11:30 AM Friday, July 26th, at the Cheney Witt Chapel. Burial will follow in the U. S. National Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 5:00-7:00 PM Thursday evening at the funeral home. Memorials are suggested to either Care to Share or Mt. Carmel Hospice and may be left in care of the Cheney Witt Chapel, PO box 347, 201 S. Main St., Fort Scott, KS 66701. Words of remembrance may be submitted online at cheneywitt.com.

Obituary - Richard Charles Holmes

Richard Charles Holmes, 61, of Kansas City, Missouri, passed away on July 17, 2024, at the age of 61. Memorial services to celebrate Richard's life will be held at Atkinson Funeral Home in Harrisonville on July 24, 2024, starting with visitation at 1:00 pm, with the service following at 2:00 pm. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be made to American Lung Association.

Richard was born on November 14, 1962, in Kansas City, MO, the son of John Richard and Elaine (Bucholtz) Holmes. Richard was known for his unwavering commitment to his family and his passion for mechanics.

Having graduated from Ruskin High School in 1982, Richard married the love of his life, Kimberly Moore, on June 15, 1984. A skilled mechanic by trade, he could fix anything and was always willing to lend a helping hand to those in need. His love for antiques and cars showcased his appreciation for craftsmanship and dedication to his craft.

Richard is preceded in death by his parents. He is survived by his wife, Kimberly Holmes, of the home; his son, Richard (Bonita) Holmes, II, of Kansas City, MO; sisters-in-law: Julie Etter, Debbie Chaney, and Paula (Bill) Krause; sister, Wendy Holmes; aunt, Annette Franco; his grand-puppies, Eddie “Wigglesworth” Holmes and Ladybug; and many other family and friends.

From the St. Clair County Sheriff's Office

The St. Clair County Sheriff's Office has received a report regarding 3 unidentified male subjects in the Collins Missouri area going door to door asking homeowners if they would like their driveway resurfaced/resealed. 

The males did not have any business identification or proper paperwork and were overcharging for services. The males were driving a 4-door silver truck. 

Please be aware of scams. If you have any questions feel free to contact St. Clair County Sheriff’s Office at 417-646-2565

Guardrail replacement set for U.S. 69 in Bourbon and Linn counties

The week of July 22nd, the Kansas Department of Transportation plans to begin replacing guardrail on the northbound lanes of U.S. 69 in Bourbon and Linn counties. 

The 27-mile project area starts at the south U.S. 69/U.S. 54 junction and continues north to Pleasanton. 

The speed limit will be reduced to 60 miles an hour in the work zone, with alternating lane closures for northbound traffic.

NOTE: The ramp from westbound U.S. 54 to northbound U.S. 69 in Fort Scott will be closed to traffic between the hours of 7 a.m. and 7 p.m. Wednesday and Thursday, July 24-25. Use alternate routes during the closure.

The road work should be finished by the end of 2024, weather permitting. Go to www.kandrive.gov for updates.

Gas leak in Adrian

The Adrian Police Department along with the Adrian Fire Department and Liberty Utilities are responding to a gas leak at S. Virginia and E. Woodstock Street in South Adrian at this time.

Please use caution if you must travel in this area!  

Celebration of Life Open House in memory of Mike West

Please come join us for a Celebration of Life Open House in memory of Mike West. Mike was never one for formal events, so come as you are! Light Refreshments Provided.

Raymond Community Home
301 S Osage
Girard, KS 66743

Obituary - Lynda Marie Norcross

Lynda Marie Norcross, 70, of Clinton, Missouri passed away Wednesday morning, July 17, 2024 at her home. She was born November 30, 1953 in Kansas City, Mo., the daughter of Alan Dunkeson and Drusilla (McKay) Dunkeson.

She was a 1972 graduate of Odessa High School, Odessa, Mo.; the Wentworth Military Academy and Junior College, receiving her Associate of Applied Science degree in 1984; and the Warrensburg Area Vocational Technical School Licensed Practical Nursing program in 1999. Lynda was the school nurse for the Knob Noster High School for 19 years, retiring in 2020. Prior to that she was a teacher’s aid with the Clinton School District from 1990 to 1997. She was a member of the Jesus Christ Clinton Restoration Branch, and the Daughters of the American Revolution since 2012.

She enjoyed gardening, rooting on the Chiefs, going to the Samaritan Center and the Dairy Queen with her beloved dog, Ritzi and granddaughter, Taylor.

Surviving are two daughters, Drusilla Cox, Clinton, Mo., and Corey Norcross, Clinton, Mo.; three grandchildren, Taylor Kirk, Clinton, Mo., Alexis Cox, Lee’s Summit, Mo., and Katelyn Sutton, Clinton, Mo.; her “mom”, Shirley Flarharty, Odessa, Mo.; siblings, Sam Flarharty, Higginsville, Mo., Gene Flarharty, Independence, Mo., Pam Weber, Aurora, Mo., Sheila Smith, Osceola, Mo., Shawna Griffin, Warsaw, Mo., Daphne Flarharty, Shawnee Mission, Kansas and Matt Flarharty, Odessa, Mo.; numerous nieces and nephews; and her “angels”, Karen Blair, Brenda Moore and Rebecca Hardin.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Alan and Drusilla Dunkeson and her “dad”, Dallas Flarharty.

Funeral services will be at 1:00 p.m. Saturday, July 20, 2024 at the Bradley & Hadley Funeral Home, Clinton. The family will receive friends from noon to 1:00 p.m., just prior to the funeral service. Interment will be in the Englewood Cemetery. Mrs. Norcross will lie in state from noon to 8:00 p.m., Friday, at the funeral home. Condolences may be left online at www.bradleyhadley.com.

Public service announcement from the Butler License Office

Due to the worldwide Windows outage the Butler License Office will be closing for the day July 19th 2024. We hope to resume operations on Monday July 22nd.