Obituary - Laura Eileen Holmes

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Laura Holmes, who left us at the age of 55 due to liver failure. Laura was a devoted mother, sister and friend, whose warmth and kindness touched the lives of everyone who knew her.

Born to a loving family, Laura was the cherished sister of Terry, Timothy, Johnny, and Michael. She shared countless memories with her brothers, creating bonds that will live forever in their hearts.

As a mother, Laura was a guiding light for her four beloved children: Justin, Christopher, Brittany, and Quentin. She poured her heart into raising them, instilling in them the values of love, compassion, and resilience. Her unwavering love will be remembered by her children as they carry her legacy forward.

Laura’s spirit will live on in the hearts of her family and friends. She will be deeply missed but never forgotten. A celebration of life will be held in the coming days where all that knew her are invited to share their memories and honor her journey.

Cremation with a Celebration of Life Service will be held at a later date.

Obituary - Theresa A. Cruz

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Theresa Cruz, beloved mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend, on September 3, 2024. Born on April 17, 1956, to Pascual and Felicitas Cruz, Theresa grew up in Fontana, California, alongside her siblings.

Theresa began her career working in a convalescent home, where she showed her compassion and care for others. On December 25, 1975, she was blessed with her son, Joseph Cruz. Theresa then devoted her life to being a homemaker, where she found joy in spending time with her family and friends. Her warmth and kindness extended to everyone she met, and she quickly became the heart of her community.

Later in life, Theresa’s family grew as she welcomed Heather, the daughter she had always wanted. Together, Joe and Heather blessed Theresa with four wonderful grandchildren: Alyssa, Justice, Mariah, and Jax. The last 25 years of her life were filled with love, laughter, and endless moments of spoiling her grandchildren, who were the light of her life.

Theresa was also a devoted aunt, playing an important role in the lives of her nieces and nephews, who cherished her for her loving nature and fun spirit. She was also known for her love of bingo, where she made many friends and created countless memories. Her joy for life was contagious, and she touched the lives of everyone around her with her generous spirit and loving heart.

Theresa was preceded in death by her parents, Pascual and Felicitas Cruz, her brothers Jesus Cruz and Gregory Cruz. She leaves behind her cherished son Joseph, her loving daughter-in-law Heather, her adored grandchildren Alyssa and her partner Keegan, Justice and his wife Amanda, Mariah, and Jax, her sister Marlene and husband Mel Gilbertson, her sister Stella and husband Antonio Ramirez, and her brother Billy Cruz, all of Fontana, California. She also leaves behind her sister Rachel and husband James Lane, sister Virginia and husband Mike Carlton, sister Angela Rodriguez, and brother Daniel Cruz, all of Butler, Missouri, along with her beloved nieces, nephews, and a wide circle of family and friends who will forever treasure the memories they shared with her.

A celebration of Theresa's life will be held on Friday September 20th, 2024 from 4:30 pm to 6:00 pm at Dickeys Funeral Home in Harrisonville Missouri.

Derailed Commodity’s Furniture and Flooring September Sale

It’s time to celebrate with the Derailed Commodity’s Furniture and Flooring September Sale. From September 3rd through September 30th all furniture at Derailed Commodity will be marked at 35 % off. This anniversary sale offers a variety of expanded clearance items… get up to 15 percent off on over 20 different luxury vinyl plank options. This anniversary sale only happens once a year… and this year…. The Anniversary Sale hits the Butler location September 3rd through September 30th. Shop and save now during the Fall Anniversary Sale going on at Derailed Commodity Butler Location, September 2tf through September 30th. Open Monday through Saturday for your shopping convenience. .

2nd Annual Nevada Fall Festival

 

Obituary - Junior Shockley

Junior Shockley, age 72, of Clinton, Missouri passed away on Friday, August 30, 2024 at St Luke's Hospice House in Kansas City, Missouri. 

Funeral services will be held at 1:00 PM on Saturday, September 7, 2024 at the Vansant-Mills Chapel in Clinton, Missouri with visitation from 12:00-1:00 PM prior to the service. Burial to follow in the Antioch Cemetery in Clinton, Missouri. 

Memorial contributions can be made to the Junior Shockley Love Fund and may be left in care of the funeral home.

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

Miami R-1 School Music Fundraiser

Our Miami R-1 School Music Fundraiser runs Sept.4th -18th!!! We have cookie dough, cheese & sausage, candies, and so on… See any music student grades 5-8 and a few High School Band/Choir kids! Also check out our online store @ crstore.biz/51336 mgroves@miamik12.net with questions.

BCMH 2024 Operation Sock-It-To-Me campaign

Today the Bates County Memorial Hospital Auxiliary volunteers kick off their 2024 Operation Sock-It-To-Me campaign, an annual project that helps area school children receive new, warm socks in time for the cold winter weather. From now until October 31, you can find collection boxes in our hospital and all Family Care Clinics. 

Volunteers ask that you:
Shop for socks for ages 5-18

Donate only new socks and kindly do not remove the packaging
The donated socks will be shared with all area schools in Bates County before the winter holidays and distributed by the schools to students in need in grades K-12.

Man killed by horse at Pleasanton Kansas Saddle Club

On August 30, 2024, just after 11:00pm, the Linn County Sheriff’s Communication Division received a call from a citizen reporting an injury at the Pleasanton Saddle Club, located at 10297 Scott Rd. Pleasanton, Kansas. 

It was reported by bystanders that a horse was out of control and kicked and stomped its owner. The owner, who was identified as Mark Davis a 52-year-old male of Parker, Kansas, had received injury to his head and chest. Mr. Davis soon thereafter expired due to the injuries. 

The fatal injuries to Mr. Davis remain under investigation pending the result of an autopsy. Our thoughts and prayers are with the family of Mr. Davis and the members of the Pleasanton Saddle Club as they deal with this tragic loss. 

Kevin J. Friend Linn County Sheriff