Obituary - Margaret Ann Adkins

  

Margaret Ann Adkins, 91 , Nevada, MO passed away on Wednesday, March 26, 2025 at Moore-Few Care Center in Nevada. Ann was born to Alec Kershaw and Margaret (Bodelle) Kershaw, December 6, 1933, in Pittsburg, KS. She was united in marriage to Leroy Adkins on January 13, 1954, and he preceded her in death on September 23, 2013.

     While growing up, Ann lived in many different places in Kansas and Missouri and graduated from high school in Joplin, MO. Following her marriage to Leroy they lived in Joplin for several years. They also lived in Jasper, MO for eight years before coming to Nevada in 1969. Ann went back to school after raising her two children and graduated from Missouri Southern State College in Joplin with a degree in Elementary Education. After graduation she taught 3rd and 4th grade at Jefferson and Franklin Elementary and later became certified in Special Education and taught Special Ed at Truman Elementary School for many years until retirement.

     Survivors include a son, Michael (Bonnie), Columbia, MO; a sister, Sandra Iversen, Webb City, MO; four granddaughters, Kimberly Wright (Andrew), Columbia, MO, Mindy Culp, Merriam, KS, Abbie Perry (Evan), Columbia, MO, and Cassie Daugherty (Bobby), Raymore, MO ;eight great-grand-children, Adrian Hymer, Alexis Leighty, Max Wright, JaeAnna Culp, Hattie Wright, Lucas Daugherty, Carter Perry and Cooper Perry; as well as several nieces and nephews. Ann was preceded in death by her husband, Leroy; her parents, Alec and Margaret Kershaw; her daughter, LeAnna Culp; and her two brothers, Jim and John Kershaw.

     Ann was a long time member of the First Christian Church in Nevada.

     Services will be held at Ferry Funeral Home on April 5, 2025 at 11:00 am.

     A private committal will be held at a later date at the Fort Scott National Cemetery.

Thank You, Jim Shade

 

After 20 years of dedicated service, Jim Shade attended his final BCMH Board of Directors meeting on March 25, 2025. Jim was first elected in 2005, bringing a wealth of experience from his pharmacy career to help guide our hospital’s future.

Before the meeting, CEO Greg Weaver presented Jim with a plaque in recognition of his leadership and commitment. Over the years, Jim has played a vital role in ensuring BCMH continues to provide quality care to our community.

“I’d like to thank the hospital staff and employees for making my time as a board member so memorable,” Jim said. “I’ve truly appreciated the opportunity to work alongside such a talented and dedicated group of people. THANK YOU.”

Thank you, Jim, for your years of service and dedication to healthcare in Bates County!

Pictured with Jim are board members (from left) Linda Jennings, Jerry Jones, CEO Greg Weaver, Rick King and Rock Marquardt.

Courtesy Bates County Memorial Hospital

Kyson Schmidt set to play basketball for Southwestern College

 

Congratulations to Miami Eagle Kyson Schmidt for signing his letter of intent to play basketball next year at Southwestern College in Winfield, Kansas. Kudos!

Courtesy Miami Schools

LOCATION CHANGE for Vintage Wheels & Spring Deals car show

The car show scheduled for tomorrow appears to be 'too big for its britches' and will be held at Frontier Village in Adrian instead of the Glass Tomato.

From any direction, at Adrian, take 18 highway east from the I-49 overpass and go about 1/8 mile, look for signs.
 

More info about the show here https://www.asherahproductions.com/vintage-wheels-and-spring-deals/

Obituary - Leslie Robert (Bob) Sims

Leslie Robert (Bob) Sims 87 of Blairstown MO passed away peacefully at home, Sunday February 16, 2025. 

Bob was born in Slater Missouri, August 30, 1937. He was the first born son of Leslie Lloyd Sims and Irene (Long) Sims.

He graduated from Harrisonville High School in 1957.

Bob married Helen (Vollnogel) Sims on March 2, 1960 in Drexel Missouri. They made their home on their farm, north of Urich Missouri. They were a short two weeks shy of 65 years of marriage. Together Bob and Helen had five children. Melanie, Cindy, Kimberly, Becky, and Brad. 

Bob spent his life as a farmer and stockman. He had his own custom baling business with his son Brad. He also worked for Cass County road works. Later becoming the foreman for Cass County road and bridge construction. Bob ran a road grader for many years for both Cass and Henry counties. He retired in 2005 from Farmers Elevator Co-op in Clinton Missouri.

Bob enjoyed farming, going to tractor pulls, and auctions. He enjoyed visiting and spending time with family and friends. He never ran out of words and never met a stranger.

He was a member of the Garden City volunteer fire department for many years, as well as a lifetime member of the NFO.

Bob is survived by: His wife Helen, of the home. His children, Melanie Bathgate - Garden City Missouri, Cindy (Bruce) Wakefield - Pensacola Florida, Becky Cardwell - Blairstown Missouri, and Brad (Tina) Sims - Nixa Missouri. Grandchildren: Caleb Bathgate, Ian Bathgate, Kimberly Wakefield, Dylan Wakefield, Amanda Vogt, Alexia Beaven, Isaac Lamb, Darren Sims, and Kelly Sims. Great grandchildren: Cowan Vogt, Alexis Vogt, Amiah Beaven, and Andre Beaven.

He is also survived by his brother Roger Sims - Urich Missouri and Sharon (Sims) McCulloh - Garden City Missouri, as well as many cousins, nieces, and nephews.

Preceding Bob in death are his parents, Les and Irene Sims, his daughter Kimberly Sims, sister Judy (Sims) Krell and sister-in-law Vickie (Doll) Sims. Son-in-laws Frank Bryant, and Jeff Cardwell.

A celebration of life will be held April 5, 2025 at the United Methodist Church, in Garden City. The family will receive friends from 1-3 pm. His interment will be at Garden City Cemetery, Garden City, Missouri. 

In lieu of flowers, please donate to St. Jude’s Research Hospital. Donations can be made through the link or can be sent to Dickey Funeral Home.

Weekend weather outlook

 THE BEST THING I can tell you today is make sure you have several ways to get severe weather alerts - especially overnight.

SATURDAY NIGHT into early Sunday morning, severe weather will affect nearly all of our area in one way or another.

ABOUT 9-10pm Saturday, storms may crop up in central/east central KS and begin moving East. They won't look too bad. . .

TOWARDS MIDNIGHT however, I look for organization in a line along the frontal boundary - pictured below - to gather steam as it moves east.

PRIMARY THREATS:

1) Large Hail

2) Damaging Winds

3) Tornados are possible

Take this windy & warm Friday to be prepared and check your weather alerts.

-Greg

Fewer 'taxing' days ahead for Jim Platt

Today, well wishers are invited to the Bates County Courthouse for an informal retirement party for longtime tax collector Jim Platt who is retiring following over 30 years of service to our community. 

The public is invited to stop by the courthouse to wish him well in his retirement until 3 pm this afternoon.

Bates County Memorial Hospital Celebrates National Doctors’ Day on March 30

 

Bates County Memorial Hospital (BCMH) proudly joins the nation in celebrating National Doctors’ Day on March 30, 2025, honoring the dedication, compassion, and expertise of the physicians who serve our community.

At BCMH, our physicians and visiting specialists work tirelessly to provide exceptional patient care. From primary care providers to specialists in cardiology, surgery, hospital medicine, and more, these healthcare professionals are essential to the well-being of our patients and community.

"On this special day, we extend our deepest gratitude to the physicians who dedicate their lives to healing others," said Greg Weaver, CEO. "Their expertise, compassion, and commitment make a profound impact every day, and we are proud to recognize their invaluable contributions."

In addition to our employed providers, we extend our appreciation to our visiting specialists, who bring specialized care to our hospital and ensure that our patients have access to high-quality medical services close to home.

For more information about our physicians and the services they provide, visit www.bcmhospital.com or follow us on Facebook.