Obituary - Robert K. Getz

Robert K. Getz, age 88, was born February 20, 1936, on the family farm in Buchanan County, near St. Joseph, Missouri. He was the son of Robert Lee and Dorothy (Douglas) Getz. Bob departed this life at his home, surrounded by his family on August 31, 2024.

Bob attended an elementary country school and graduated from Bolckow High School. During high school, Bob and Dorothy Roberts became friends, and following graduation, they were married on June 27, 1954, at the Bolckow Methodist Church. Bob worked for a furniture manufacturing company in Maryville for a short time before he and Dorothy moved to California. They decided to return to Missouri and settled in Appleton City where Bob interviewed for a position as driver for a newly based United Parcel Service hub and was immediately hired, becoming one of the first three UPS employees in Missouri. He proudly worked for UPS 34 years, retiring on December 24, 1997.

Following retirement, he was free to travel, but being hesitant to fly, Bob and Dorothy took many bus tours throughout the U.S. They also made many trips to the Branson area for camping, often taking the boat for fishing. Bob was a proud member of the Lunker’s Club there, holding a record for a 28-pound trout.

Bob loved yard work and gardening. He worked tirelessly to produce vegetables, many varieties of flowers and keeping the yard tidy and neat. He enjoyed sitting on his screened in porch, admiring his hard work and watching what happened in the neighborhood. Bob also enjoyed woodworking, making many items including ducks, spoon holders, cabinets and even a camper shed.

The greatest delight of Bob’s life was his grandchildren and step-grandchildren and great grandchildren. He felt they should be filled with candy, other treats, and as much love as possible. Bob’s greatest enjoyment was watching his great grandson Bryce grow and try new things. He always loved watching Bryce play sports, especially baseball. Bob always enjoyed giving Bre a hard time about changing her oil on her car. Later in life Bob enjoyed weekly outings with friends. Bob will be greatly missed by his family and friends.

Preceding Bob in death were his son, Dennis Getz; a sister, Marjorie Praisewater; and two brothers-in law, Norman Roberts and Donald Roberts. Survivors include his wife, Dorothy Getz; his children, Randy Getz and Tami Getz; his grandchildren: Alisha (Cory) Mantonya, Danielle Shuey, J.D. Getz, Derek (Victoria) Engeman, Gary Eaton, and Breana Getz; his great grandchildren: Bryce Eaton, Jaden, Stanton, Easton, Landon and Ellie Engeman, Questen and Kien Mantonya.

Celebration of Life at Forest Park (community building) in Appleton City Friday, September 13, 2024 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Property Damage in Appleton City

On September 2nd, a St. Clair County Deputy responded to a walk in report at the St. Clair County Sheriff’s Office in regards to damage done to a vehicle. 

Upon making contact with the victim, Tory Horne, the Deputy was notified that during the night of September 1st to September 2nd morning, a long scratch from one side of the hood to the other was embedded on her 2018 Ford Fusion. 

This occurred on 4th Street, in Appleton City. A report was taken and forwarded to Appleton City Police Department.

Butler man arrested on 2nd Degree Assault Charge

On 9/3/2024, Butler Officers responded to the area of Days Inn for an assault. 

When Officers arrived on scene, they made contact with a female victim and a witness who advised them that Tony Thomas had assaulted the victim with what she believed to be a baseball bat.

The victim sustained visible injuries and was transported to ambulance to be treated.

Tony Thomas was later located and taken into custody. A warrant was issued for Tony Thomas with the following charge:

Assault 2nd Degree
Tony Thomas was assigned a bond amount of $30,000 Cash Only.

Disclaimer: Arrest records are public information. Any indication of an arrest does not mean the individual identified has been convicted of a crime. All persons arrested are innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.

Nevada R-5 School District Homecoming Update

 

Obituary - Matthew Prater

Matthew Prater, age 52 of Clinton, Missouri, passed away Monday, September 2nd, 2024 at Adair Village, Clinton, Missouri after a year-long battle with cancer. A Memorial Visitation will be held from 6:00-8:00 PM Thursday, September 5, 2024 at the Vansant-Mills Funeral Home in Clinton, Missouri. A private family inurnment will be held in Englewood Cemetery at a later time. Memorial contributions can be made to the Adair Village Activities Fund and may be left in care of the funeral home.

A lifelong Clinton resident, Matt was born November 20, 1971, at Clinton General Hospital to Thomas and Dorothy (Fellhauer) Prater.

Matt was a 1990 graduate of Clinton High School and completed the welding program at Clinton Vocational School.

Matt lived life on his terms. He was a proficient welder, mechanic and had knowledge of all things mechanical: tractors, cars and guns. In his youth he was an avid deer hunter. He loved music, movies and spending time playing Magic: The Gathering with his friends. He fiercely loved his family, friends and his cat, Midnight. He was appreciative of care received from Golden Valley Memorial Hospital and Hospice Services, and Adair Village. A final act of kindness, and representative of Matt’s care of those in his circle, was to ask his hospice chaplains to pray for a friend that needed it more than him.

Matt was preceded in death by his grandparents, Elmer and Gladys Fellhauer and Wallace and Nora Prater, parents, Tom and Dorothy, his uncles, Alan Prater and James Fellhauer, his aunt Betty (Paul) Brown and brother-in laws, Rick McClellan and John Minnick.

Matt is survived by sisters Theresa McClellan, Southern Pines, North Carolina, and Cindy Minnick, Clinton, nieces Kristen (Mike) Thiessen, Colorado Springs, CO, Nora (Marc) Baumgarden, Grace (Matt) Barber and nephew Connor (Corinne) McClellan, great nieces and nephews, Ireland, Matt and Raiden Barber, Andew and Brooke Thiessen and Owen, Ian and Maggie McClellan and a host of good friends.

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

Miami County Kansas Sheriff's Office Wanted Wednesday

 

Obituary - Mary Ann Kern

Mary Ann Kern, age 80, of Drexel, MO, passed away Wednesday, August 28, 2024.

Mary was born September 10. 1943 in Rich Hill, MO to John F. and Ida Elizabeth (Gamble) Luther. 

She was a graduate of Appleton City High School and had worked as a nurse’s aide in hospitals and nursing homes. 

In 2010 she married John W. Kern, and he survives of the home. She enjoyed her flower garden and dancing, which is where she met her husband, John.

In addition to her husband John Kern, she leaves behind a sister, Ruby, of El Dorado Springs, MO. Preceding her in death were her parents; two sisters, Rosie and Ada; and two brothers, Johnny and Bobby “Junior”.

There will be a private family service.

Ellett Memorial Hospital September Employee of the Month

Ellett Memorial Hospital would like to congratulate Hunter Nissen, EMT for being chosen September Employee of the Month!! Hunter is known for giving a helping hand with patient's and staff. 

He makes sure every patient is taken care of and that all their needs are met. Hunter even comes in on days off to do things needed to help patients. He is very friendly to everyone he meets. He always had a smile and will go out of his way to do anything for anyone. 

Patient's love Hunter. Hunter has been with EMH as an EMT since June of 2021. As a professional co-worker, he is also a great husband to Lynsey and father to baby girl Addilyn Rose. He was presented a Employee of the Month certificate, a designated parking spot and a meal ticket. Hunter show true HEART as an employee and we are blessed to have him on our team. Once again, Congratulations Hunter!