Obituary - Charles R. Myers

Charles R. Myers, 98, of Harrisonville, Missouri, passed away Monday, September 2, 2024 at Cass Regional Medical Center in Harrisonville. 

A Graveside Funeral Service, with military honors, will be held at 11:00am on Friday, September 6, 2024 at Chapel Hill Memorial Gardens Cemetery in Kansas City, Kansas.

A complete obituary will be posted when it becomes available.

Butler Lady Bears Varsity Volleyball Team gets win tonight against Harrisonville

The Butler Lady Bears Varsity Volleyball Team picked up a win tonight 3-2 in 5 sets over the Harrisonville Lady Wildcats tonight to open the season.

The scores from tonight are as followed: Varsity: 25-19, 27-29, 17-25, 25-19, and 15-8. JV and Freshman teams both lost in 2.

The lady bears will be on the road Thursday evening as they travel to play the Midway Lady Vikings. Please enjoy some photos of the game tonight below:

Obituary - Corwan Garel Akers

Corwan Garel Akers, age 88, Nevada, MO passed away on Tuesday, September 3, 2024 at his home in Nevada. Corwan was born February 11, 1936 during a blizzard on a farm in Gravity, IA to Darrell Ray and Atha Yvonne (Cunning) Akers. He attended Gravity High School and graduated Class of 1954.

In June of 1958 he married Virginia Lee Haynie. They lived in Clarinda, IA as Corwan worked for the newspaper there. In October of 1958, Corwan was drafted into the Army and served basic training in Texas. During that time Virginia remained in Clarinda, IA, working at the Clarinda Municipal Hospital. After basic training Corwan was assigned to advance training and Virginia joined him in Texas at that time where they lived off base in Kileen, TX. Corwan was assigned to Erlangen, Germany three months later and Virgina joined him there. They lived off base in

Erlangen and toured western Europe traveling through many countries.

Following Corwan’s discharge from the service they returned to Iowa where Corwan worked for newspapers in Iowa and Missouri, retiring in 1992. In 2003, they moved to Alamo, TX spending six years before returning to Nevada, MO for full retirement.

Corwan enjoyed his travels with Virginia, being with friends, working outside in the garden, especially being with his grandchildren.

Corwan is survived by two children: Randy Akers (Claudia), Nevada, and Robin Berry (Daryl), Blue Springs, MO; six grandchildren, Jeremy Akers (Ashley Bare), Overland Park, KS, William Saunders (Teresa), Ft. Scott, KS, Jesse Akers (Abbey Gavin), Nevada, Jackie Wheeler (Tyler), Independence, MO, Jeremy Berry, Blue Springs, MO, and Jeffrey Berry, Warrensburg, MO; eight great-grandchildren, Gabrielle, Ethan, Charlie, Dylan, Khloe, Brady, Charlie, and Daisy; two sisters, Karen Withington, Maryville, MO, and Patricia Johnson (Eddie), Corning, IA; one brother, Dennis Akers (Rita), Shenandoah, IA; and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his wife, Virginia; his parents; an infant brother, Roland Akers and an infant sister, Phyllis Akers; three sisters, Wylene Barker, Donna Burns, and Dwylah McColm.

Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Monday, September 9, 2024 at Ferry Funeral Home in Nevada with Pastor Ray Dean Scism officiating. Interment will follow at 1:30 p.m. in Ft. Scott National Cemetery, Ft. Scott, KS. The family will receive friends from 10-11:00 a.m. prior to the service at the funeral home.

Memorials are suggested in his name to the American Kidney Foundation c/o Ferry Funeral Home in Nevada

Obituary - Bonnie Lucille Beisley

Bonnie Lucille Beisley, age 80, Sheldon, MO passed away on Tuesday, September 3, 2024 at Nevada Regional Medical Center following a short illness. Bonnie was born February 24, 1944 in Sheldon, MO to Samuel Ray and Atha Lucille (Green) Milligan.

Bonnie attended Sheldon Schools and received an Associate Degree in Business from State Fair Community College, and a Business Degree from Draughon’s Business College. She began working at Farm & Home Savings in 1977 and later retired from US Bank. Bonnie enjoyed square-dancing and was a member of the Mo-Kan Squares for many years. She also had a love of flowers and gardening.

Survivors include four children: two daughters, Terri Starbuck (Bruce), Milo, MO, and Cindi Louderback (Kelly), Lamar, MO; two sons, Scott Beisley (Sally), Milo, MO, and Russell Beisley (Lesley), Sheldon, MO; numerous grandchildren, and great-grandchildren; two brothers, Lawrence Milligan, Lamar, MO, and Donald Milligan, Denham Springs, LA; and a sister, Mary Jadlot, Nevada, MO; and numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins. She was preceded by her parents; two sons, Mark Beisley, and Lonnie Beisley; an infant daughter, Rebecca Beisley; a brother, Cecil Milligan, and an infant brother, Carl Dean Milligan.

Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Friday, September 6, 2024 at Ferry Funeral Home in Nevada with Pastor Colton Cockburn and Bro. Bobby Wood officiating. Interment will follow in Olive Branch Cemetery in Milo, MO. The family will receive friends from 5-6:00 p.m. on Thursday evening at the funeral home.

Memorials are suggested in her memory to the Lupus Foundation and Olive Branch Cemetery c/o Ferry

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