Sunday, July 28, 2024

Amsterdam Jubilee Car, Truck & Bike Show September 28th

 


Obituary - Hailey L. Slinger

It is with great sadness that the family of Hailey Leeann Slinger announces her passing. Hailey, age 22, left us in the early morning of July 21st, 2024, due to a tragic accident. Memorial services will be held 6:00 pm Wednesday, July 31, 2024 at Mullinax Funeral Home, Butler (660-679-0009). Memorial contributions may be made to Heart-n-Hand Ministries. Messages of condolence may be left for the family at www.mullinaxfuneralhome.com.

Hailey was born to Julie (Hauenschild) and Shane Slinger in Kansas City, MO on February 6th, 2002. In her short life, Hailey was loved by many, who enjoyed her various talents, including singing and her love of music. She was known to have bright blue eyes, a vibrant smile, and a spirited attitude. She was outgoing and cared deeply about others. She was diagnosed at the age of 13 with mental health disorders, which greatly affected her daily life thereafter and indirectly led to her death. Hailey would often speak of how hard it was to live with these disorders and the many ups and downs she experienced. Her circle of support included her immediate family and beyond. This circle was there to support her in any way possible, celebrating the smallest of wins. Hailey enjoyed going to concerts and taking road trips, she even made a trip to Graceland to experience everything Elvis and to Myrtle Beach to spend a week with her dad. 

She loved cheering for her brother, Walker when he wrestled and spending time with her family. As Hailey was growing up, she looked forward to watching NASCAR races with Papa David and each rooting for their drivers. She, also, didn’t miss many episodes of WWE and went several times to see a live show. The anecdotes of Hailey’s life are endless, as she leaves different memories with each of her family and friends.

Hailey is survived by her mother Julie (Louis and son Louie) Hauenschild of Overland Park, KS; her father Shane Slinger of Rock Hill, SC; siblings, Walker Slinger and Krista Leonard both of Belton, MO, and Grace Holmes of Independence, MO; grandmother Peggy Short of Belton, MO; Danny (Amanda, children Aidan and Owen) Scrogham of Peculiar, MO and a host of aunts, uncles, cousins and friends. She is preceded in death by Grandfather David Short; Grandmother Linda Slinger; and Grandfather Robert Slinger.

Be Strong Like Owen!

The Harrisonville Police Department wanted to take a minute to share a little bit about one of our police department’s biggest fans, Owen. Owen and his family are members of our community and we wanted to bring some awareness to the battle they are fighting. 

Owen is a 6-year-old who has been diagnosed with a CNS Sarcoma, which is an extremely rare form of brain cancer. Since November of 2023, Owen has undergone multiple brain surgeries and rounds of chemotherapy, but the battle continues. 

We here at the Harrisonville Police Department and Harrisonville Fire Department hope to one day be as strong and brave as Owen. He is a warrior!

Please keep Owen and his family in your thoughts & prayers.



Area firefighters come together this weekend to train on extrication

Area firefighters came together this weekend to train on extrication. Thank you to MU for coming down and teaching. 

Also a thanks goes to Gilkeys Tow for providing vehicles as well as to the 4th of July committee for allowing us to use their building.

One last thanks goes to Alecsus Entrikin for playing photographer while we worked.

Courtesy of The Rich Hill Fire Department



Saturday, July 27, 2024

Property damage at Nevada Golf Course

The City of Nevada Frank E Peters Golf Course had some vandalism on the course last night. We believe this happened after hours. A police report has been filed and any information that will help catch the individual/individuals that are responsible would be greatly appreciated.

Our grounds crew has worked very hard to give us a course to be proud of; it's a shame inconsiderate people would take that away. There is never at any time to be anyone on the course after hours

Any information please contact nevada police department or the clubhouse 417 448.5111
Shelly 417.448 7141
Robert 417 793.9680
Thank you




Obituary - Robert W. Lowry

Robert “Wayne” Lowry, age 73, of Raymore, Missouri, passed away on Thursday, July 25, 2024 in his home surrounded by loving family.Services will be held on Monday, July 29, 2024 at Greenwood Christian Church, 601 Oak St. W, Greenwood, Missouri 64034.

 Visitation will begin at 10:00 a.m. followed by a funeral service at 11:00 a.m. Another service will be held on Tuesday, July 30, 2024 at Lucerne Christian Church in Lucerne, Missouri. Visitation will begin at 10:00 a.m. followed by a funeral service at 11:00 a.m. Wayne will then be laid to rest in Lucerne Cemetery.

Wayne was born in Princeton, Missouri on May 19, 1951 to Marvin Ray Lowry and Wanda Louise (Lea) Lowry. Wayne was in the graduating class of 1969 from Unionville High School in Unionville, MO and continued his education at Ozark Bible College in Joplin, MO earning a Bachelor’s degree in Sacred Literature in 1974. While singing in a college quartet at the Christian Church in Richards, MO, Wayne met the love of his life, June Ann Schoneweather. Their union was blessed with one daughter, Stephanie Lowry; and later three adored grandchildren, Shelly, Lillian and Dorian Austin. The couple were anticipating the upcoming celebration of their 50th Wedding Anniversary which would have been August 3, 2024.

Wayne had many occupations and interests throughout his life. After college, he went into youth ministry and carpentry/construction which he did for several years including owning his own company, Lowry Construction in Topeka, KS. He later became a computer programmer and consultant with an expertise in COBAL and spent the past 11 years as the pastor at Greenwood Christian Church. Wayne struggled with keeping still for too long and was very active in many athletics; including bowling, with his crowning achievement being rolling a 300 game.

Wayne and June were both avid antique collectors with a substantial fruit jar collection which became more than just a hobby. Wayne, always the amateur engineer, developed a method for cleaning his antiques in 1993 and turned it into a lifetime business known as Jar Doctor for which he is most known with a large global customer base. He met many people through the hobby and through his business, many are very dear friends whose relationships have spanned decades.

Wayne was preceded in death by his father, Marvin Lowry; as well as his paternal and maternal grandparents.

He is survived by his loving wife, June Lowry; mother, Wanda Lowry; daughter, Stephanie Lowry; brothers, L. Elwood Lowry and Joe Lowry (Janet); sister, Donna Defreitas (Jake); two sister in laws, Sharon Duncan and Pam Richards (Ron); grandchildren, Shelly, Lillian, and Dorian Austin; great aunt, Margaret Fay Hackney; nieces and nephews, Melisssa Dixon, Jeremy Riley, JD Defreitas, Edward Lowry, Michelle Wiedenmann, Melinda Morgan, Melissa Wise, Travis Duncan, and Meredith Anstine; as well as numerous great nieces and nephews.

Memorial donations may be given to the Prostate Cancer Foundation online at www.pcf.org ; Greenwood Christian Church or Lucerne Cemetery as addressed above.

St. Clair County Sheriff's Office mourns the loss of beloved K9

St. Clair County Sheriff’s Office is heartbroken to share with you the unexpected passing of K9 Havik. Havik passed away on Friday, July 26, 2024.

Havik was a 9 1/2 years old Black German Shepherd who proudly served the citizens of St. Clair County since he was 14 months old, alongside Sheriff Lee Hilty. During Havik’s career he assisted in hundreds of narcotic arrests and deployments resulting in the safe apprehension of suspects and citizens who were lost. Havik was well known and loved by everyone in our community. Havik’s drive was to always do the best he could and his playful presence will be missed. K9 Havik was a big part in our department and in the community. Havik’s love for work and for everyone around him was seen in his eyes every day. We are grateful for the time and dedication Havik gave to the Sheriff’s Office.

Havik will be extremely missed by everyone here at the Sheriff’s Office as well as the community. Havik’s commitment to his community will never be forgotten.

Havik passed away peacefully after his shift on Friday, July 26, 2024 due to an unknown medical condition.



Friday, July 26, 2024

Repairs finished in the city of Harrisonville

City of Harrisonville crews have finished repairs on the broken 8-inch water line on Independence Street.

Crews were able to locate a large crack running across the bottom of the line, and made repairs with a clamp. All work was completed without reducing pressure to the line, eliminating the need for a boil advisory.

We are grateful for the hard work put in by our Water and Sewer crew on this break.




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