Obituary - Sandra Ann Serna

Sandra Ann Serna, 82 of Nevada passed away on Friday, November 29, 2024 at the Nevada Regional Medical Center. She was born on November 19, 1942 in Manhattan, KS to Steven and Freda (Turner) Szekeres.

Sandra grew up in southern California where she graduated high school. She was married to Carlos Serna and from this marriage she had two sons, David and Michael. Sandy moved to Ava, MO and then came to Nevada, MO in 1989. She worked at the Nevada State Hospital for ten years before going to work for Skills Unlimited in Nevada where she has worked for the past twenty-five years. The most important thing in Sandy’s life was her family. She was known to be an adventurous person and loved seeking new experiences with her granddaughters and driving around with her dog Rosie. As a child, Sandy loved to go horseback riding with her cousin, Karen in the orange groves. She also loved being outdoors, going to the beach, and the trips she took with her dad to Branson. Some of her fondest memories were getting into mischief with her friend, Totie Ford.

Sandy is survived by her two sons, David Serna (Heather Morgan), of Nevada and Michael Serna and his wife Tracy of Nevada, seven grandchildren, Alexander Serna, Ashley Pearce, Emalea Morgan, Bailey Borum, Isabel Serna, Ella Serna, and Geoffrey Serna, five great, great grandchildren, Adalyne, Brenley, Haelyn, Aurora, and General. She is also survived by several nieces and nephews including Mary Ann Szekeres, Christine Szekeres, and Stephen Szekeres. She was preceded in death by her parents, and one brother Dennis Szekeres.

A Memorial Services will be held at 3:00 p.m. on Thursday, December 5, 2024 at Ferry Funeral Home in Nevada with Pastor Bill Platt officiating. The family will receive friends from 2:30 -3:00 p.m. prior to the service.

Carmichael leads Butler Lady Bears Basketball tonight in victory over Adrian at the Clinton Tournament

The Butler Lady Bears Basketball Picked up their first win of the season tonight 50 - 33 against the Adrian Lady Blackhawks In the first round of the Clinton tournament.

The Lady Bears were led in scoring by Sophomore Gabbie Carmichael led all scoring with 16pts, 7stls, 7rebs. Sophomore Jena Tourtillot had 13pts, while Sophomore Kylee Dubray ended with 7pts and 17rebounds to lead the bears..

The Adrian Lady Blackhawks were led by Essenpries with 15pts and 6rebs. The lady bears will now move on in the Clinton Tournament and play the Stover Lady Bulldogs on Wednesday at 5:30 p.m. in Clinton. Enjoy some photos tonight from the big win over Adrian! Way to go lady bears!

Update: Two vehicle accident involving a deputy in Butler

Deputy and K9 involved in early morning accident at the intersection of Ft Scott and Delaware, Butler Mo.  

Butler Police Department is working the accident where a female driver traveling south on Delaware failed to stop for oncoming traffic and struck the eastbound K9 Patrol Vehicle.  The Deputy was on his way to the Sheriff’s Office.   

Two occupants from the female’s vehicle were transported by ambulance to the hospital for treatment.   The deputy was taken to the hospital by another patrol car for minor injuries to his hand.  

The Deputy is expected to be released and return back to work today.   K9 Griff was checked out and is back in service.

Sheriffs Deputy involved in motor vehicle accident in Butler

Several emergency personnel is on scene of a two vehicle accident at this time at Fort Scott and Delaware Street in Butler.

A Bates County sheriff deputy was struck in the door by a white Nissan truck. We’re unsure of injuries at this time please use caution if you must travel in this area.

We will update when we know more!

Huge online auction!

 ONLINE AUCTION Rocking W Auctions- tools, glassware, storage containers, knives, flashlights, cleaning supplies, gates. There is a total of 288 lots in this auction! Bid online at https://rockingwauctions.hibid.com

Arrest made after disturbance at Butler Police Department

On 11/25/2024, Dale Kinsman came to the Butler Police Department wishing to make a report. After speaking with an Officer, he was advised that the issue in question was civil in nature and that there was not a crime that occurred.

Mr. Kinsman then became extremely agitated and continuously moved towards the officer in a threatening manner. Kinsman was asked to leave multiple times. Kinsman screamed at the officer while approaching him quickly in a threatening manner. Kinsman was then taken into custody.

While taking Kinsman into custody, an Officer sustained minor injuries. The Officer was later treated and released at the hospital.

Mr. Kinsman was transported to the Bates County Jail and received the following charges:

Disorderly Conduct
Assault - 2nd Degree - Special Victim

Dale Kinsman was assigned a bond amount of $25,000 Cash or Surety.

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.

Thanksgiving day blessing in Amsterdam

The Amsterdam Hometown Café hosted a free Thanksgiving Day dinner and it was a great success!

People enjoyed the awesome meal that was prepared by the staff as well as some great fellowship from friends!

We would like to thank owner Kristina Wright for providing a place to have a Thanksgiving meal for those who didn’t have one.

If you haven’t checked out the new café in Amsterdam you really should head over there. No one should be at home alone or unable to enjoy a dinner with their family.

Obituary - Benjamin Alan Knabe

Benjamin Alan Knabe, 27, of Lee’s Summit, died November 24, 2024, in Kansas City, Kansas. The son of Rick and Jackie (Burkhart) Knabe was born September 30, 1997, in Kansas City, Missouri.

Ben’s life was a canvas of colors. He graduated in 2016 from Lee’s Summit North High School where he was in marching band, choir and musical theatre and was editor of the Ink Quill, the school’s literary magazine. After graduation, Ben worked in the service industry and lived for several years in Temecula, California. Ben had big ideas which were never fully realized due to mental health and addiction.

When he fought those challenges with all his might, Ben’s creativity shined through and those who loved him benefited from experiencing his many talents including piano, writing, music composition, singing, cooking and, most recently, sewing. But at all times, Ben struggled to find peace, love and acceptance.

Ben is fondly remembered for living loud, laughing hard and loving fully by his father, Rick Knabe, Lee’s Summit; mother, Jackie (Travis) Reno of Hermitage; sister, Abigail Knabe, Kirksville; maternal grandparents, Jeff and Sue Greenway, Jack and Joyce Burkhart all of Lee’s Summit, Herbert; LaDonna Reno, Winfield; step-siblings Brandon Reno and Renee (Chris) Brooks. He is also survived by several aunts, uncles, cousins, niece, and special friends whom he met on his journey and gave him love, help and friendship.

He was preceded in death by paternal grandparents, Richard Knabe, Rhoda Miller, Charlie and Jennie Greenway, as well as his maternal great grandparents Audy and Katy Krider, Mamie Martin and Ray Burkhart and Walter; Ruth Damburger.

A Celebration of Life will be 1 pm, December 7, 2024, at Community of Christ Church, 1101 NE Independence Avenue, Lee’s Summit. Immediately after the service, there will be a reception at the church where you can share your favorite stories of Ben.

In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to Rediscover in care of the Sheldon-Goodrich Funeral Home, P.O. Box 384, Osceola, MO 64776.

Memorial Service
Saturday, December 7, 2024
1:00 PM
Lees Summit Community of Christ Church
1101 NE Independence Ave Lees Summit, Missouri 64086

Reception
Following the service at the church.

Interment
Osceola Cemetery
Osceola, Missouri
At a later date.