Obituary - Sandy Parrott

Sandra Louise “Sandy” Parrott, 62, of Pleasant Hill, Missouri, passed away peacefully on February 15, 2025, at Menorah Medical Center in Overland Park, Kansas. In remembrance of Sandy's life and legacy, visitation will be held at the Church of the Nazarene in Harrisonville on Wednesday, February 19, 2025, from 5:00 - 7:00 PM. A funeral service will be held on Thursday, February 20, 2025, at 11:00 AM, also at the Church of the Nazarene. Interment to follow at Wills Cemetery in Peculiar, MO. Memorial contributions are suggested to the Pleasant Hill School Lunch Fund.

Born on November 27, 1962, in Kansas City, MO, Sandy was the eldest child of Robert and Patricia Ann (Jeter) Parrott. A lifelong resident of Cass County, MO, Sandy spent her childhood in Peculiar and graduated from Raymore-Peculiar High School in 1981. She went on to earn a Bachelor’s Degree in Elementary Education from Northwest Missouri State University in Maryville, MO. For 25 years, Sandy dedicated herself to shaping young minds as a beloved teacher in the Pleasant Hill R-III School District, where she taught 1st, 2nd, and 3rd grades.

Sandy's passion for education extended beyond the classroom. She also worked as a waitress at the Harvest House Restaurant in Harrisonville, where her warmth and kindness endeared her to patrons and coworkers alike. A devoted member of the Harrisonville Church of the Nazarene, Sandy's faith was a guiding force in her life. She was known for her compassionate spirit, fantastic cooking, love for children, and commitment to her family and community.

Sandy is preceded in death by her beloved parents, Robert and Patricia Parrott. She is lovingly remembered by her four brothers: Harold (Tineka) Parrott of Urich, MO; Rob Parrott of Peculiar, MO; Charlie (Dianna) Parrott of Garden City, MO; and K.R. (Missy) Parrott of Pleasant Hill, MO. She is also survived by her many cherished nieces, nephews, and countless friends who were touched by her kindness and bright spirit. Her legacy of love, laughter, and learning will continue to inspire those she leaves behind.

-Courtesy Atkinson Funeral Homes

Obituary - Gerald Wayne Bourland

 

Retired Coast Guard Commander Gerald Wayne Bourland age 86 of Peculiar, Missouri departed this life Sunday, February 16, 2025 at Sunrise Nursing and Memory Care, Raymore, Missouri. 

A Private Family Graveside will be held at Freeman Cemetery, Freeman, Missouri. 

In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to HELP Humane, Belton, Missouri. Send in care to Dickey Funeral Home, P.O. Box 432, Harrisonville, Missouri 64701.

A complete obituary will be posted once that information becomes available. 

-Courtesy Dickey Funeral Home

Obituary - Richard James Burger

 

Richard Burger, age 69, passed away in his home on February 13, 2025. Known for his warm smile and generous heart, Richard was loved by all who had the pleasure of knowing him.

A devoted father, he leaves behind his beloved son, Matt (Dana) Burger and his cherished daughter, Niki Burger. Richard was also a proud grandfather to Luke and Brielle Burger. His joy in his family was evident to all who saw him.

For many years, Rick worked at the Fishing Dock Restaurant, where his kindness and humor left a lasting impression on colleagues and customers alike. 

If you knew Rick he had a heart of gold. He took so many others under his wing, gave second chances to many, and even loved many like his own family. Outside of work, he found joy on the golf course, where he could often be found perfecting his swing or sharing a laugh with friends. An avid sports fan and die hard Steelers fan, Rick's passion for his teams was rivaled only by his love for his family and community.

Rick's legacy of love, laughter, and loyalty will live on in the hearts of all who were blessed to know him.

Celebration of his life will be held at the Fishing Dock, 101 SW Outer Rd Archie, MO 64725  Monday February 17, 2025 from 3-7pm. 

He will be deeply missed and fondly remembered.

-Courtesy Dickey Funeral Home

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Testing reveals difference of opinion regarding contamination near Montrose

The Missouri Department of Natural Resources (DNR) has been investigating contamination at the Montrose generating station landfill in Henry County, Missouri and reports no findings of hexavalent chromium. 

The report does say they have found that soil samples that contain arsenic above regional screening levels and is working with concerned parties and stakeholders by providing sampling data on their website which can be viewed here.

It was also reported that the Harry S. Truman Public Water Supply District No. 2 does not have higher than acceptable levels of lead, selenium or arsenic in drinking water. Soil samples taken at the Davis R-XII school show all levels of toxicity to be below dangerous levels except for arsenic as well. 

The DNR fact sheet does say that arsenic does appear naturally in this region.

This however conflicts with independent testing results from a firm who took some 15 soil samples from around the community late last year and found that all of the samples did exceed the default safe limit for hexavalent chromium and lead, both toxic carcinogens. Some samples exceeded limits for arsenic, boron, cobalt and one exceeded the limit for selenium as well.

The conflicting information has further complicated matters as a single lawsuit filed earlier this year has been following with a class action lawsuit open to anyone living within 10 miles of the landfill OR anyone else who believes they have been physically harmed by contamination due to fly ash storage on site.

Mid America Live will continue to follow this story and provide updates accordingly.

Regarding funeral services for Darlene Peek

****PLEASE NOTE: DUE TO THE WEATHER, THE FUNERAL DATE HAS BEEN CHANGED TO 11 A.M. MONDAY, FEBRUARY 24, 2025 WITH VISITATION FROM 10 - 11 A.M. MONDAY AT SCHOWENGERDT FUNERAL CHAPEL****

Funeral services for Darlene Peek of Neosho, Missouri formerly of Amoret, Missouri will be 11 a.m. Monday, February 24, 2025 at Schowengerdt Funeral Chapel (660-679-6555) in Butler, Missouri. Visitation prior to services 10 - 11 a.m. Monday at the Schowengerdt Chapel. Burial in Wills Cemetery, Peculiar, Missouri. In lieu of flowers, contributions to American Heart Association. Online condolences www.schowengerdtchapel.com.

Emma Darlene Peek, age 89 of Neosho, Missouri formerly of Amoret, Missouri died Saturday, February 8, 2025 at Freeman West Hospital in Joplin, Missouri. She was born May 11, 1935 to Harold Joseph and Juanita May Hoyt Hoaglan in Merwin, Missouri.

Darlene, the oldest of three children, grew up in LaCygne, Kansas and was a 1953 graduate of LaCygne High School. On August 12, 1953, she married Harry Lee Armstrong and to this union, four children were born. The marriage ended after 25 years. In 1980 she moved to Amoret, Missouri where she attended the Amoret Christian Church. Darlene began working at the Osawatomie State Hospital in 1957 and continued working for the State of Kansas until her retirement in 1993. She was one of 42 founders of Kansas Alcohol and Drug Counsel Association in 1974 and remained a senior counselor until 1995. In 1986 Darlene married Albert Lee Peek and they continued to live in Amoret after living one year in Peculiar, Missouri. While living in Amoret, they were active in the Amoret Christian Church and helping people in the community. Together they enjoyed fishing, camping and traveling–where they made many friends all over the United States.

Darlene is survived by her children, Katherine Juanita Waldmen and husband Mike of Springfield, Missouri, Darla Lee Armstrong of Neosho, Missouri, Harold Dean Armstrong and wife Kim of Thornsby, Alabama, Roger Lee Peek and wife Brenda of Peculiar, Missouri, Eddie Peek and wife Monica of Butler, Missouri, Judy Kay Wilson and Betsy Sue Dunkin and husband Gary all of Harrisonville, Missouri; 16 grandchildren; 14 great-grandchildren; 6 great-great-grandchildren; a sister, Iva Loree Mendenhall and husband Eugene of Linn Valley, Kansas; and many nephews and nieces. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Albert Lee Peek on June 26, 2019; two sons, Wilbur Alan Armstrong and Ronnie Peek; and a sister, Lenara June Kile and her husband Raymond.

Weather related closings for Tuesday, February 18

 List to be updated as is information becomes available

Winter Storm Warning midnight tonight through 3 am Wednesday morning

Adrian city hall closed

Adrian R3 - closed

Appleton City R2 - closed

Ballard R2 - AMI day

Bates county administration building closing at noon

Bates County Industries (closed Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday)

BCMH family care clinics to close as noon

Butler City Council meeting cancelled

Butler Community Cafe cancelled 

Butler license office

Butler Public Library

Butler R5 - closed all games & activities cancelled

Butler Senior Center

Chilhowee R4 - closed

Clinton 124 - virtual learning only

Cottey College campus

Countywide Disposal all routes today

Drexel @ Midway basketball postponed

Drexel R4 - virtual learning only

Harrisonville board of alderman meeting cancelled

Harrisonville R4 - closed

Harrisonville/Cass R9 - closed

Harrisonville license office

Holden R3 - closed

Hume R8 - virtual learning only

Louisburg 416 - closed

Miami R1 - closed

Midway R1 - virtual learning only

MU Extension office in Butler

Nevada license office

Nevada public library

Nevada R5 - closed

Nevada Regional Technical Center

Nevada Tiger basketball games 

Old Butler High School Thrift Shop

Osceola schools - closed

Pleasanton 344 - closed

Pleasanton city council meeting, rescheduled for Thursday 6 pm

Prairie View 362 - closed

Rich Hill R4 - AMI day

Sheldon R8 - closed

Sherwood schools - AMI day

Sherwood basketball games

Steiner's restaurant closed

If you're headed north: Update on road conditions

10:30 AM Update: Roads north of I-70 are snow covered and are expected to remain that way as light to moderate snowfall continues to fall throughout the day. Up to 4" of new snow is expected by this evening.