Obituary - Barbara “B” Ann Bollinger Edgmon

Barbara “B” Ann Bollinger Edgmon, 82 of Butler, Missouri passed away unexpectedly Wednesday, October 23, 2024 at Overland Park Regional Medical Center. A visitation will be held from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm Sunday, October 27, 2024 at Mullinax Funeral Home, Butler (660-679-0009). 

Funeral services will be held 10:00 am Monday, October 28, 2024, also at Mullinax Funeral Home, Butler. Burial will follow in Oak Hill Cemetery, Butler. Memorial contributions may be made to the Butler Youth Football Federation, Butler Youth Baseball and Softball Association, or Butler Youth Basketball. Messages of condolence may be left for the family at www.mullinaxfuneralhome.com.

Barbara was born May 23, 1942 in Kansas City, Kansas to Floyd and Lois Wesson Bollinger.

She married young and had three children by the age of 21. 10 years later she happily welcomed her fourth. A mom and grandma “B” was what she was meant to be!

Family to “B” was everything, she had what some call “FOMO”, the fear of missing out. She loved her family fiercly and passionately and didn’t miss anything they were involved in, from sporting events, to plays, to races, dance recitals, graduations, and weddings. If any of her family adopted a passion like sports, so did “B” and she never missed one!

Often times she would embrace her adventurous side and ride with Clint and Marsha, side-by-side rides, and even dune buggies on the sand dunes. She enjoyed a good game of cards, and enjoyed even more when she beat Clint, or Jayde and Jagur at Ping Pong. There was nothing that she wouldn’t do with her family.

Barbara was preceded in death by her parents, and brother Charles “Bud” Bollinger and wife Mary Anne. She is survived by her children and their families; daughter Robin (Jeffery) Ward, and grandchildren, Kristopher (Brooke), Andrew (Abby), and Matty (Brandy) Ward, Her son Clint (Marsha) Edgmon, and grandchildren, Shannon (George) Constable, Courtney (Justice) Eckard, Ashley, and Piper Edgmon. Her daughter Laurie Lacy and grandchildren, Talia (Stephen) Miller and Trent (Jena) Lacy. Daughter Cheri (Tim) Eidson and grandchildren, Jayde (Sam) Carlson and Jagur Eidson. She also leaves behind nieces, Sany (Kyle) Smading and family and Chelle (Ron) Eidson and family. “B” also leaves behind her “special family”, Brenda & Dillion Hill and all her babysitting kids over the years.

Courthouse getting much needed roof replacment

 

Crews began replacement of the roof at the Bates County Courthouse this week and seem to be making quick work of it by taking advantage of clear skies. According to Presiding Commissioner Jim Wheatley, the new shingles come with a reassuring warranty that should cover any issues for many decades to come and with that, some portions of the decking will be replaced along with new tar paper throughout. The $195,000 project is expected to be completed by next week barring unforeseen weather delays. -Staff photo

Archie Police seeking public assistance

 

Several assault charges filed against Butler man

On 10/22/2024 at approximately 1:57pm, Butler Officers were dispatched to an address on E. Mill Street due to a male subject in the roadway attempting to flag down people.

When officers arrived on scene and observed a physical altercation taking place between Branden Quigg and another male subject. 

Branden was seen on top of a male victim striking him in the face with a power tool while holding a knife in the opposite hand.

Branden also stated that he was going to kill a female victim on scene and threw a ladder at the female victim’s vehicle which broke the windshield.

Branden Quigg was transported to the Bates County Jail and placed on a 24 hour hold. A warrant was later issued with the following charges:

Assault - 2nd Degree - Special Victim
Domestic Assault - 2nd Degree
Domestic Assault - 2nd Degree
Assault - 2nd Degree
Unlawful Use of Weapon

Mr. Quigg is currently in custody and was assigned a bond amount of $100,000 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.

First $100,000 prize claimed on new scratchers ticket in Belton

Price Chopper, 109 N. Cedar Drive in Belton, was the first Missouri Lottery retailer to sell a top-prize winning “Electric Cash” Scratchers ticket worth $100,000.

Though this is the first top prize claimed in the “Electric Cash” game, another Missouri Lottery player has already won a $25,000 prize, and five players have won $2,500 prizes. In total, players have already won more than $2.1 million since the $5 game started on Sept. 30, with over $14.6 million remaining in unclaimed prizes.

In FY24, players in Cass County won more than $16.8 million in Missouri Lottery prizes, retailers received more than $1.5 million in commissions and bonuses, and more than $7.5 million in Lottery proceeds went to education programs in the county.

Harrisonville High School Wildcat tennis team sweeps

We would like to congratulate the Harrisonville High School Wildcat tennis team for sweeping conference matches for the season (8-0) and bringing home both the regular season Conference Championship and the MRVC West Conference Tournament Championship!

At the conference tournament, senior Taylor Jennings was Conference Champ in #1 singles; senior Lily Hopson and junior Abbey Coffey earned first in #1 doubles; senior Samantha Smith brought home first in #2 singles; and junior Charlee Wylde and sophomore Maddie Eggers earned second in #2 doubles.

Congratulations Wildcats! We are so proud of you!

Obituary - Ronald Hedrick

Ronald Hedrick, beloved husband, father, and friend, passed away on October 21, 2024 in his home in Amsterdam, Missouri. Cremation, with a Celebration of Life Service to be held 2:00 pm Saturday, October 26, 2024 at the Amsterdam Baptist Church, Amsterdam, Missouri.

Arrangements entrusted to Mullinax Funeral Home, Drexel Chapel (816-657-4400). Memorial contributions may be to the Hedrick family. Messages of condolence may be left for the family at www.mullinaxfuneralhome.com

Ronald Leigh Hedrick was born on July 20, 1945 to Daisy Wright Hedrick. Ronald was known for his kind heart and generous spirit. He had a passion for helping others and was always willing to lend a helping hand to those in need. He proudly served our country for 31 years in the Navy and Army National Guard, so his family and friends can live freely.
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Along with his dedication to serving others, Ronald was also a loving family man. He adored his wife of 56 years, Chris Hedrick, and their three children, Ron Jr., Trish and Sam. He took great pride in watching his children grow up and achieve their dreams, and was a constant source of love and support for his grandchildren, Marissa, Heather (Tyler), Taylor (Zach), Jeremiah, Ashleigh (Andrew), and Lance “Alex” (Hailey). His sister Juanita (Kay) Pope and beloved cat Mr. Kitty. He was an amazing papa to his great-grandchildren, Bentleigh, Daisy, McKenleigh, Ava, Isla, and Veronica “Roni”.

Outside of his family and community work, Ronald was a Deacon for the Amsterdam Baptist Church and loved his brother in Christ Tom deeply, he was also a talented artist. Ron loved to draw and make wood carvings. He loved his time in Guatemala with his son Ron Jr. doing mission work and doing the work of Christ. He also loved fishing with his grandchildren Lance and Bentleigh, zip lining in Guatemala with Jeremiah and Ashleigh, and enjoying a cup of coffee in the mornings with his daughter Trish and granddaughter Taylor.

Ron loved his wife Chris of 56 years with everything he was. They shared an amazing life together full of joy and laughter.

Ronald will be deeply missed by all who knew him. His kindness, compassion, and love for others will always be remembered and cherished. He leaves behind a legacy of service and generosity that will continue to inspire those who were fortunate enough to know him. Rest in peace, Ronald Hedrick. You will always be in our hearts.

Arrest made after police chase near Osceola

On October 23, 2024, Osceola Police Officer Kauffman, attempted to conduct a traffic stop on a vehicle on Highway 13 for a registration violation. 

The driver of the vehicle failed to yield and accelerated at a high rate of speed, passing other vehicles in both lanes and running them off the road heading northbound on Highway 13. 

The vehicle then turned onto Highway CC and again accelerated at a high rate of speed. The driver of the vehicle began driving all over the road and passing on hills.

 
The driver of the vehicle turned down a dead-end road and turned around driving towards Officer Kauffman at a high rate of speed and almost hitting Officer Kauffman head-on. Officer Kauffman turned around still pursuing the vehicle. 

Thankfully St. Clair Deputies were staged up and were able to deploy spike strips hitting two tires on the vehicle successfully. The driver then drove back onto Highway 13 and drove across both lanes of traffic and onto private property where they crashed into an old foundation and into logs that were stacked up.

 
The driver then exited the vehicle and ran on foot into a field where Officer Kauffman and a St. Clair County Detective caught and apprehended the driver. St. Clair County Deputies apprehended the female passenger in the vehicle where it came to rest. The driver was identified as Timothy Wittmeyer out of Buckner, MO, and the female was identified as Cleo Ruiz Cruz out of Kansas City, MO.

Methamphetamine and paraphernalia were located in the vehicle as well. Timothy also had an extraditable felony warrant out of the Kansas City Area and Cleo was on probation and parole for possession of a controlled substance.

Charges that were filed through the prosecuting attorney Daniel Dysart were:

Timothy- Felony Aggravated Fleeing A Stop OR Detention, Felony Possession Of A Controlled Substance, Felony Driving While Revoked/Suspended, citation for Possession Of Drug Paraphernalia, and Misdemeanor Speeding. NO BOND WARRANT.

Cleo- Felony Possession Of A Controlled Substance along with a citation for possession of drug paraphernalia. PENDING

Both subjects are innocent until proven guilty.