Obituary - Larry Wayne Miller

Larry Wayne Miller, age 65 of Pleasanton, Kansas passed away, Sunday, November 26, 2023 in Fort Scott, Kansas. Larry was born the son of Roy Richard and Velma Louise Anderson Miller on January 21, 1958 at La Cygne, Kansas.

He served in the Army National Guard for close to ten years. Larry enjoyed hunting and doing a lot of fishing, he also loved to spend time with his family and grandkids, and his best friend that he loved dearly "Scooby" that always stayed by his side.

He was preceded in death by his parents, a brother, Oscar Miller and a sister, Bessie Rich. Larry is survived by two daughters, Rebecca (Justin) Moreland, and Melissa Ann Eaton, two brothers, Richard Miller and Clarence Miller, a sister, Betty Jackson, eight grandchildren, Justin, Jozelynn, Jordan, Cody, Cheyanne, Jacey, Brooke and Dannon and five great grandchildren, Anastasia, Oakley, Dawson, Trixie and Enzo.

A Visitation will be held from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm, Thursday, November 30, 2023 at the Schneider Funeral Home and Crematory, Pleasanton Chapel.

Memorials are suggested to the Larry Miller Memorial Fund to help the family defray costs of the services, please make checks payable to Schneider Funeral Home and they may be sent in care of the funeral home to P.O. Box 525 Pleasanton, Kansas 66075. Online condolences may be left at www.schneiderfunerals.com.

Archie Booster Club says thank you...

Archie Booster Club says thank you... 

Thank you so much to all the Archie businesses and community members who have graciously made donations to help cover the transportation expenses for the trip to the 2023 State Championship (Show Me Bowl) for our football team.

If you are interested in supporting the Whirlwinds by making a monetary donation, please click the link below. We hope to see you all in Columbia!

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MSHP Reports Four Fatalities; No Drownings Or Boating Crashes Over 2023 Thanksgiving Holiday

MSHP Reports Four Fatalities; No Drownings Or Boating Crashes Over 2023 Thanksgiving Holiday...

The Missouri State Highway Patrol reports four people died in traffic crashes during this year’s Thanksgiving holiday counting period--from 6 p.m. Wednesday, November 22, 2023, through 11:59 p.m. Sunday, November 26, 2023. There were no boating crashes or drownings.

During the Thanksgiving holiday counting period, troopers report the following traffic statistics for 2023 (preliminary):

Crashes ─ 431
Injuries ─ 138
Fatalities ─ 4
DWI ─ 103
Drug Arrests ─ 10

[During the 2022 Thanksgiving holiday counting period, troopers investigated 414 traffic crashes, which included eight fatalities and 115 injuries. Statewide, 9 people died, and 482 people were injured in 1,355 traffic crashes over last year’s Thanksgiving holiday. Troopers arrested 113 people for driving while intoxicated during the 2022 Thanksgiving holiday counting period.]

Troopers investigated all four of the traffic crash fatalities in 2023. Two of the traffic fatalities occurred in the Troop A, Lee’s Summit, MO, area; and two traffic fatalities occurred in the Troop C, Weldon Spring, MO, area.

There were no traffic fatalities on November 22, 2023.

One traffic fatality occurred on Thanksgiving Day, November 23, 2023. Victor J. Hezel, 93, of St. Louis, MO, died when he failed to stop at a stop light and the front of his vehicle struck the front of a vehicle making a left turn. Hezel's vehicle traveled off the right side of the road and struck a traffic signal post. He was not wearing a seat belt at the time of the crash. The crash occurred on Missouri 141, at the Interstate 64 intersection, in St. Louis County. Hezel was pronounced deceased by Dr. R. Sharma at St. Louis Mercy Hospital. The driver of the other vehicle sustained minor injuries; he was wearing a seat belt. The Patrol's Major Crash Investigation Team #2 investigated the crash.

One traffic fatality occurred on November 24, 2023. Nakieta C. Sarzana, 36, of St. Charles, MO, a pedestrian, died when she was struck by a vehicle on Interstate 70, west of Zumbehl Road, in St. Charles County. Sarzana was walking in the roadway when she was struck. She was pronounced deceased at the scene by EMS personnel. The driver of the vehicle was not injured; she was wearing a seat belt. The Patrol's Major Crash Investigation Team #2 investigated the crash.

There were no traffic fatalities on November 25, 2023.

Two traffic fatalities occurred on November 26, 2023. Felicia S. Fitzgerald, 29, of Rich Hill, MO, died when the vehicle she was driving traveled off the right side of the road and struck a vehicle parked on the shoulder. Her vehicle then overturned and struck a tree. Fitzgerald was wearing a seat belt at the time of the crash and was ejected from the vehicle. Fitzgerald was pronounced deceased at the scene by Medical Examiner Lorelle Parker. The crash occurred on Interstate 49, at mile marker 148, in Cass County. The driver of the other vehicle was not injured in the crash; she was not wearing a seat belt. The Patrol's Major Crash Investigation Team #1 investigated the crash. The Cass County Sheriff's Office assisted at the scene.

Mark A Fields, 63, of Independence, MO, died when the vehicle he was driving was struck on the passenger side by a vehicle that failed to yield the right-of-way. Fields' vehicle then struck the front of a third vehicle and then overturned. The crash occurred on Missouri 7, at the east junction of Missouri 150, in Jackson County. Fields was pronounced deceased at the scene by Jackson County Medical Examiner Dominic Bressi. He was wearing a seat belt. The driver of the vehicle that struck Fields' vehicle sustained serious injuries in the crash; she was wearing a seat belt. The driver of the third vehicle sustained serious injuries; she was wearing a seat belt. A male and female occupant of the third vehicle also sustained serious injuries; both were wearing seat belts. The Patrol's Major Crash Investigation Team #1 investigated the crash. The Greenwood Police Department, Lake Lotawana Police Department, Lone Jack Police Department, and Pleasant Hill Police Department assisted at the scene.

There were zero boating crashes, zero boating fatalities, zero drownings, and zero boating while intoxicated arrests reported during the 2023 Thanksgiving holiday counting period.

NOTE: The fatality statistics in this news release could change if late deaths occur, or if other departments report fatal traffic crashes after this news release is sent out.

Harrisonville School District is pleased to announce two administrative changes for the 2024-25 school year

The Harrisonville School District is pleased to announce two administrative changes for the 2024-25 school year. Dr. Beth Love, principal at McEowen Elementary Wildcats, will be the new principal at Harrisonville Early Childhood Center Wildcats taking over for Becky Campbell who is retiring at the end of the year. Dr. Tricia Falke, principal at Harrisonville Elementary Wildcats, will be the new principal at McEowen Elementary School.

Dr. Love is in her sixth year as principal at McEowen Elementary School. She came to Harrisonville from the Warsaw School District where she served as principal of both Ruth Mercer and North Elementary Schools for one and a half years and prior to that was principal at Ruth Mercer Elementary for three years. Before becoming a principal in Warsaw, she served as a teacher for two years, first as a classroom teacher and then as a Title I teacher. She started teaching in 2004 in the Midway School District where she taught for seven years.

 
Dr. Love earned her bachelor of arts in elementary education from Graceland University. She has a master’s degree in Elementary Education Administration from the University of Central Missouri and her Doctor of Education in Education Leadership and Policy Analysis from the University of Missouri. Dr. Love is married to Dustin and they have two children, Sadie and Maggie.

 
Dr. Falke has served as the principal at HES since July 2021 and for three years prior to that, she was the assistant principal at the school.

Dr. Falke began her career as a paraprofessional in the Grandview School District and then worked as focus facilitator in Lee’s Summit. Her teaching experience includes 13 years in the Lee’s Summit and Liberty school districts.

She has a bachelor’s degree in business from Friends University, a master’s degree in education, an educational specialist in educational administration from the University of Central Missouri, and a doctorate in urban leadership administration and special policies in education from the University of Missouri-Kansas City.

Dr. Falke is married to Chris and they have three children, Alexandra, Raegan, and Cole. Both Dr. Love and Dr. Falke will officially transition to their new positions on July 1, 2024. Congratulations to both Dr. Love & Dr. Falke!

Felicia Fitzgerald Memorial Fund now set up at Citizens Bank

There is a love fund set up at Citizens Bank for anyone wanting to make monetary donations for the family of Felicia Fitzgerald !

Its called the Felicia Fitzgerald Memorial Fund
Please share and keep this family in your thoughts and prayers.

View report below:

https://batescountynewswire.blogspot.com/2023/11/rich-hill-woman-killed-in-cass-county.html

Obituary - Gary W. Buford

Gary W. Buford, age 70, of Raymore, Missouri passed away November 21, 2023 at Belton Research Medical Center surrounded by his loving family.

A memorial service will be held on Saturday, December 9, 11:00 a.m. at South Haven Baptist Church 16800 Bel-Ray Blvd, Belton, MO 64012 with a visitation prior to the service from 10:00-11:00 a.m. at the church.

Gary was born in Kansas City, Missouri on August 30, 1953. The first-born son to Charles W. and Carolyn L. Buford with three brothers, Greg, Kent and Kevin. Gary was a graduate of Center High School and went on to further his education at UMKC graduating with his bachelor’s degree in criminal justice. After graduation, Gary was employed by the United States Postal Service as a mail carrier for 38 years until he retired in 2015. Gary met the love of his life, Melissa K. Smith and they were married in July of 1990. Together, they were blessed with a blended family of three children, Jeff, Adam & Lindsay. Gary grew up playing sports and was very passionate about volunteer coaching children. Gary volunteered at Harvesters and has always been a faithful church member serving as a deacon. He was a member of South Haven Baptist Church and would always serve when asked. Gary had a kind and quiet spirit and will be known for his love of God, family, church and of course the Kansas City Chiefs and Kansas City Royals.

Gary was preceded in death by his parents, Charles W. and Carolyn L. Buford; daughter Lindsay N. Smith; two brothers, Kevin C. Buford and Kent W. Buford

He is survived by his loving wife of 33 years Melissa K Buford; sons, Jeff Buford, Kansas City, Adam Buford, Tulsa, Oklahoma and grandson, Mason Buford, Raymore, as well as brother, Greg Buford, Kansas City. He also leaves behind a family of nieces, nephews, cousins and many, many friends.

In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Upward Sports Program at South Haven Baptist Church.

Structure fire in Fort Scott Kansas

Late Saturday evening November 25th the Fort Scott Kansas Fire Department responded to a structure fire. When crews arrived on scene the house was fully involved in flames.

A defensive fire attack was made due to the fire already being through the roof and 80% of the home being on fire. 

Fire crews did an amazing job getting the blaze under control before it could cause damage or spread to neighboring homes. Crews battled the blaze until the early morning hours.

The cause of the fire is currently being investigated by FSFD investigators along with assistance from the Kansas State Fire Marshal. 

Unfortunately the home is a total loss and the tenant lost a couple pets. Thankfully the tenant was able to escape and was transported by BBCO ems for evaluation.

Thanks for your support.
Thanks to FSPD and EMS on your assistance.

 

Obituary - Rebecca "Becki" Crossland Baker

A Celebration of Life Service for Rebecca "Becki" Crossland Baker of Jacksonville, Florida formerly of Butler, Missouri will be 11 a.m. December 16, 2023 at Schowengerdt Funeral Chapel (660-679-6555) in Butler, Missouri. 

No Visitation. Inurnment at a later date in Oak Hill Cemetery, Butler. Contributions to Ohio Street United Methodist Church. Online condolences www.schowengerdtchapel.com.

Rebecca “Becki” Anne Crossland Baker, age 74 of Jacksonville, Florida formerly of Butler, Missouri died Thursday, November 16, 2023 at Oakview Health Rehabilitation in Orange Park, Florida. She was born September 30, 1949 to Henry Harold and Helen Juanita Herman Crossland.

Becki is survived by her daughter, Amanda McHenry Montgomery of Butler, Missouri; two sons, Brandon Baker and companion Yunias Dobsin of Middleburg, Florida and Justin Baker and wife Corissa of Spring Hill, Kansas; two granddaughters; two grandsons; a great-granddaughter; a great-grandson; and a brother, Barry Crossland and wife Barbara of Maryville, Missouri. She was preceded in death by her parents.