Obituary - Scott Bush

With solemn reverence, we commemorate Scott Anthony Bush (Osceola, Missouri), whose life came to an end after a car accident on June 24, 2024 at the age of 16, leaving behind cherished memories. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.

In the vast expanse of eternity, Scott Anthony shall find rest, cradled in the arms of everlasting peace. And as we bid Scott Anthony farewell, his loved ones carry with them the precious gift of his memory, a beacon of hope guiding them through the shadows of sorrow towards the light of a new dawn.

Visitation will be held on Saturday, June 29th 2024 from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM. A funeral service will be held on Saturday, June 29th 2024 at 11:00 AM. at the Freedom Tabernacle Osceola, MO

Bates County Elks Lodge Golf Tournament

All proceeds go to local scholarships.

Obituary - Matthew Henry DeWitte

Matthew Henry DeWitte passed away Monday, June 24, 2024, at the age of 48. He was born August 26, 1975, in Grand Rapids, MI to Ross and Jean DeWitte. Matthew loved doing scrap metal for a living and loved taking care of his pigs and chickens. He was known for his big heart and helping people and he was a huge talker!

Matthew leaves behind his children: Christopher Matthew DeWitte, Ft. Scott, KS, Ross Allyn DeWitte, Nevada, MO, Hazel Abear (Albert Coats), Mississippi, and Matthew Henry DeWitte, Jr., Goodman, MO; a sister, Jennifer Cowan; four grandchildren; his parents, Ross and Jean DeWitte, Belton, MO; and his significant-other, Deanna Hed, Nevada, MO. He was preceded in death by his grandparents.

A gathering to celebrate Matthew’s life will be at 1:00p.m., Sunday, July 7, 2024, at Gunn Park, Shelter House #5 in Ft. Scott, KS.

Obituary - John Morton Eador

John Morton Eador, 82, Nevada, MO passed away on Thursday, June 27, 2024, at Nathan Richard Healthcare Center of Nevada. John was born on May 31, 1942 in Nevada, MO to Willis Earl and Mary Minerva (Griffith) Eador. He married Erma Meacham on June 1, 1963. She preceded him in death on November 10, 2009.

John grew up in Nevada and graduated with the Nevada High School Class of 1960. He was a long-time member of the Antique Auto Club and was a member of the Nazarene Church. John worked as a manager for Shorten Funeral Home for many years. From 1971-1997, John worked for the Nevada Police Department. He then worked at Ferry Funeral Home for 10 years until his retirement. John enjoyed hunting and fishing, especially on the Marmaton River & at Stockton Lake.

Survivors include three sons, Kendall Eador, Grandview, MO, Martin Eador (Lisa), Nevada, MO, Paul Eador (Sherri) Nevada, MO; grandchildren, Christopher (Heather), Samuel, Paige, Dalton (Kaitlyn), Ashton, Kierston, Kendra, Scott (Sopphia), and Dominick; 9 great-grandchildren; a brother, Bob Eador (Betty), Nevada, MO; sisters, Glenda McGarraugh and Sharon Sikes (Everett), both of Nevada, MO; and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his wife, Erma; his parents; a daughter, Tammy Eador; and a brother, Bill Eador.

Memorial services will be at 10:00a.m., Wednesday, July 3, 2024, at Ferry Funeral Home. A private family inurnment will follow.

New lettering looking good at Ellett Memorial Hospital

Our new lettering on the front of the building looks great!! Thank you Zach with Borland Metalworks! The powder coating was done by Noble Machine & Manufacturing.

We appreciate the talent and hard work both of these local companies put into this project! Make sure you drive by and take a look!

- Ellett Memorial Hospital Appleton City Missouri 

 

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Arrested made after police pursuit in Cass County

On Wednesday June 26th around 1 a.m. Cass County Sheriff's Deputies responded to the area north of Harrisonville city limits to assist the Harrisonville Missouri Police Department with a vehicle pursuit.

The driver, traveling at slow speeds, continued going northbound in the southbound lanes of I-49.

A Cass County deputy coordinated the closure of southbound lanes with additional deputies and officers allowing them to grapple the suspect’s vehicle near E 241 St. in Peculiar.

Harrisonville Police took the driver into custody at the scene and will be investigating further.

"Cooperation between agencies was crucial in safely stopping a wrong-way driver. By sharing information, coordinating responses, and using resources such as the Grappler, law enforcement can effectively manage these dangerous situations and protect the public from potential harm," said Cass County Sheriff Jeff Weber.

Obituary - Estella Louise Colson

Estella Louise Colson, daughter of Richard William and Myrtle Marie (Smith) Colson was born on December 19, 1938, in St. Clair Co. near Taberville, MO. She departed this life at Rock Island Village in Eldon, MO on June 20, 2024, at the age Estella Louise Colson, daughter of Richard William and Myrtle Marie (Smith) Colson was born on December 19, 1938, in St. Clair Co. near Taberville, MO. She departed this life at Rock Island Village in Eldon, MO on June 20, 2024, at the age of 86 years.

She lived her younger years near Appleton City, MO, graduating from Appleton City High School and married her High School sweetheart, Bobby Gene Allinson on November 21, 1956, in the Methodist Church in Appleton City, MO. Their union was blessed with two children Richard Darren Allinson and Curtis Craig Allinson.

The early years of her marriage were spent in Washington DC, where she worked for the FBI as a secretary and Bob worked for the FBI as a fingerprint technician. After returning to Missouri, she spent several years living in various locations, as Bob established his career as a Highway Patrolman. Finally, Bob received a permanent post in Macon, MO and there they raised their boys.

In Macon she had a full life as a mother of two energetic boys, and the wife of an active patrolman. She worked at the Macon Atlanta Bank, was a member of the First Christian Church and a lifetime Beta Sigma Phi member. During their time together in Macon Louise and Bob had many adventures with family and friends, the stories were numerous and colorful. Louise was a gifted quilter and had a flair for decorating. She always enjoyed her yearly trips to Paducah, KY to the quilt shows and HGTV was big on her TV viewing list.

Upon their retirement in September of 1992 a dream was fulfilled, and Louise and Bob moved to Laurie, MO and bought a house on the Lake.

In life joy and sadness coexist and tragically in November of 1993 Louise lost the love of her life in an accident. As Louise had learned in life, she picked the pieces up and went on.

Louise continued the square-dancing club that her and Bob had joined and met new friends. A new companion came into her life, Harold Bailey. They found they shared interests in travel, square dancing and family and on December 3, 1997, were united in marriage starting a second chapter for Louise. They enjoyed traveling in their motor home, spending winters in Texas and traveling around to square dancing competitions with friends. Harold passed from Louise's life in November of 2006.

Louise resided the remainder of her years in Laurie, MO near family and friends still enjoying square dancing and travel until moving into the Rock Island Retirement Village in Eldon, MO in March of 2021.

Preceding Louise in death were her parents, husband and father of her children, Bob Allinson and husband Harold Bailey.

Survivors include her sons Richard Darren Allinson (Alice), Curtis Craig Allinson (Connie); her grandchildren Samantha Allinson Dunn (Matt), Trevor Allinson (Letizia),

Paige Allinson Wells (Brian), Kyle Allinson (Kayla) and Kristen Allinson Quintana (Tommy); 12 great-grandchildren; a brother-in-law Gerald Allinson and numerous nieces and nephews.

A private family service will be held at the Appleton City Cemetery at interment, with no visitation or viewing.

Tentative Graveside Service is scheduled for Monday, July 8, 2024 at 11:00 a.m. at Appleton City Cemetery in Appleton City, Missouri.