Obituary - Michael Allen Greer

Michael Allen Greer, 59, of Adrian, Missouri, passed away on Monday, February 10, 2025, in Kansas City, MO. Service times will be posted when they become available.

Michael was born on April 6, 1965, to Robert Greer and Betty (York) Greer in Butler, MO. He was the 1,000th baby born at Bates County Memorial Hospital. He was a lifelong resident of Adrian and a 1983 graduate of Adrian High School. Michael started out building cabinets then later started a construction company, Greer Construction, and built many homes in the area. He took pride in his work. He married Theresa (Gaskin) Greer on April 03, 1986, in Adrian, MO, and to this union of 38 years they had three children: Kendra, Heather, and Jonathon "Jon". Michael loved to watch sports, especially the Kansas City Chiefs and NASCAR. He also enjoyed hunting, playing horseshoes, and bowling. He bowled at Adrian Lanes for many years and bowled 2 perfect 300 games. He enjoyed spending time with friends and family. Always ready to make you laugh with one of his jokes or funny stories.

Michael is preceded in death by his mother, Betty, and sister, Dana Scrogham. He is survived by his father, Robert Greer; children: Kendra (Cody) Bennett of Adrian, MO; Heather (Bryce) Stucky of Kingman, KS; and Jon Greer of Adrian, MO; grandchildren: Emmit and Elliot; and nephews and nieces.

-Courtesy Atkinson Funeral Home

Obituary - Bonnie Dickerson

Funeral services for Bonnie Dickerson of Butler, Missouri will be 10 a.m. Thursday, February 20, 2025 at Schowengerdt Funeral Chapel (660-679-6555) in Butler, Missouri. Visitation prior to services 9 - 10 a.m. Thursday at the Schowengerdt Chapel. Graveside service and interment will be 3 p.m. Thursday, February 20 at the Odd Fellows Cemetery in St. Joseph,Missouri. Contributions to American Cancer Society. Online condolences www.schowengerdtchapel.com.

Bonnie Juanita Dickerson, age 76 of Butler, Missouri died Monday, February 10, 2025 at Research Medical Center in Kansas City, Missouri. She was born June 22, 1948 to Ralph Wilbur and Rachel Ruth Lockard Welch in Butler, Missouri.

Bonnie is survived by her husband, Larry Dickerson of Butler, Missouri; three daughters, Jeanetta Howell of Ottawa, Kansas, Irene Hays of St. Joseph, Missouri and Christina Winterringer and husband Bobby of Ottawa, Kansas; 9 grandchildren; 15 great-grandchildren; and two sisters, Wilma Eide of Lawson, Missouri and Nancy Dillon and husband Mike of Kimberling City, Missouri. She was preceded in death by her parents; two brothers, Leroy and Jewell Welch; and a sister, Terri Frazier.

Road conditions report

The major thoroughfares and interstate highways are clear however, back roads and state highways still have snow cover making for a slow start.

Take your time and hopefully the situation will be much improved before your evening commute.

Closings and cancellations for Thursday February 13th

 

List to be updated accordingly

Adrian R3

Archie R5 virtual learning day

Bates County Health center

Bates county Thrift Store

Butler R5

Drexel R4 two hour delay

Hume R8 virtual learning day

Miami R1 schools - not AMI day

Midway R1 - virtual learning day

What a great idea!

From the City of Adrian

The local Girl Scouts are on a mission with this year's cookie sales. The girls have decided that the Adrian Park needs a new drinking fountain. 

The one they have selected will have 2 filtered ADA compliant fountains, a water bottle filling station and a pet station. 

If you would like to help the Girl Scouts complete their mission, you can purchase cookies by clicking HERE.

It's Cardiac Rehab Awareness Week

At the heart of our Cardiac Rehabilitation department is a team committed to helping patients recover and thrive. Jacque Waite, RN, Supervisor, Andrea Davis, RN, and Patti Stienbarger, RRT, BS, are experts who guide patients through a comprehensive recovery program, helping them regain strength, stamina, and confidence. Many of our patients continue to benefit from our maintenance program, which keeps their hearts strong long-term.

We’re also giving our Cardiac Rehab space a "glow up" with fresh paint (see below!) and new flooring later this month, creating an even better environment for recovery!

Thank you to our amazing team and patients for making heart health a priority!

Want to learn more? Call our team at 660-200-7128 or visit https://bcmhospital.com/services/cardiac-pulmonary-rehab/

-Courtesy Bates County Memorial Hospital

Miami county Wanted Wednesday

Home for sale in Butler- take a virtual tour

 VIRTUAL TOUR of a home for sale at 300 W. Pine St. Butler, Mo 64730. Call Teresa Ford at Crown Realty 816-589-3363