Obituary - Clyde Gafford

Clyde David Gafford age 68 of Nevada, Missouri departed this life Saturday, April 18, 2026 at Research Medical Center, Kansas City, Missouri. 

Cremation with a private family service.  

A complete obituary will be posted once that information becomes available, courtesy Dickey Funeral Home.

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Obituary - Larry Eugene Cahow

Larry Eugene Cahow, 68, of Harrisonville, Missouri, passed away on Sunday, April 19, 2026, at Research Medical Center. Per his wishes, no services are scheduled at this time. Larry will be inurned at Chapel Hill Memorial Gardens at a later date.

A complete obituary will be posted when it is available, courtesy Atkinson Funeral Home.


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Obituary - Mark Lindsey

Mark Lindsey's wishes were to be cremated and remembered with fond memories. A private celebration of life will be held at a later date. Arrangements under the direction of the Schowengerdt Funeral Chapel and Crematory (660-679-6555) in Butler, Missouri. Online condolences www.schowengerdtchapel.com.

Mark Alan Lindsey, age 68 of Adrian, Missouri died Sunday, April 19, 2026 at Medicalodge in Butler, Missouri. He was born November 2, 1957 to Ronald Lloyd and Lydia Elizabeth Billings Lindsey in Independence, Missouri.

Mark is survived by his wife, Lynn Lindsey of Adrian, Missouri; two sons, Brian Cook and wife Carrie of Olathe, Kansas and Michael Reisinger and wife Kristi of Creighton, Missouri; two grandchildren, Garrett and Grace Reisinger; three brothers, Steve Lindsey of Peculiar, Missouri, Anthony Lindsey of Warsaw, Missouri and Bill Lamb of Bates City, Missouri; one sister, Lynda Sanders of Bates City, Missouri; and two nieces, Christina Fisher and husband Aaron of Harrisonville, Missouri and Maeghan Yount and husband Jake of Overland Park, Kansas. Mark was preceded in death by his parents; two brothers, Richard Lamb and Donald Lamb; one sister, Lydia Mcgenney; and in-laws, Bruce Sanders, Robin Lamb and Grace Lindsey.

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Hume Senior Spotlight: Kaylee Shryer

We’re proud to recognize Kaylee Shryer for her accomplishments and exciting next chapter! Kaylee has signed with Cottey College’s competitive cheer program and plans to pursue a degree in Early Childhood Education. After graduation, she hopes to become a preschool teacher, building on her passion to support learning in young minds.

During her time in high school, Kaylee has been actively involved in a wide range of activities, including FTA, FCCLA, FBLA, Science Olympiad, Scholar Bowl, School Play, Softball, Hornet Tank, Active Minds and Cheer. She takes pride in all she has accomplished over the past four years and is excited to take the next step toward her future.

Congratulations, Kaylee! We can’t wait to see all you achieve.

Courtesy Hume rooted College and Career Advising

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Adrian man held on four charges related to sex with minor child

According to documents filed this week with the Bates County Circuit Court, 25 year old Christian Ladean Claessen of Adrian, Mo. is now in custody and being held on four counts of alleged sexual contact with a child under the age of 12. The charges stem from events that took place in the years of 2025 and 2026 in Bates County:

1. Sodomy Or Attempted Sodomy - 1st Degree - Victim Is Less Than 12 Years Old { Felony Unclassified RSMo: 566.060 }

2. Sodomy Or Attempted Sodomy - 1st Degree - Victim Is Less Than 12 Years Old { Felony Unclassified RSMo: 566.060 }

3. Sexual Trafficking of a Child - 1st Degree - Child Under 14 Years of Age { Felony Unclassified RSMo: 566.210 }

4. Furnish Pornographic Material Or Attempt To Furnish To A Minor { Misdemeanor A RSMo: 573.040 } 

On April 20, 2026, the defendant entered a plea of not guilty in the Bates County Circuit Court. At this time Claessen is without an attorney and a counsel status hearing is scheduled for May 6th at 9 am.

Claessen is being held in the Bates County Jail on a $100,000 cash only bond.

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Montrose welcomes new school board members

Montrose Schools would like to extend our sincere gratitude to our outgoing school board members, Karl Monard and Rick Kalwei, for their years of dedicated service and commitment to our school. Their leadership and support have made a lasting impact on our students, staff, and community.

At the same time, we are excited to welcome our new school board members, Karen Lasswell and Jason Breshears. We look forward to the perspective, energy, and leadership they will bring as we continue to move our school forward.

Thank you to all for your dedication to Montrose School!

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Don LeNeve receives Mayoral proclamation

Today, Butler Mayor Jim Henry presented a proclamation to long time Butler businessman Don LeNeve, honoring  him for 70 years of operation as LeNeve's TV & Appliance

The proclamation reads as follows:

Whereas, Don LeNeve, with his wife JoAnn, established LeNeve's TV & Appliance in 1956 as a startup for home appliance sales and accessories and has been an integral part of the growth of Butler, Missouri; and

Whereas, Don LeNeve has provided generations of families with the appliances that have been a part of many homes in Butler, Missouri and surrounding areas and has kept life running with the dependable service that stood behind every sale; and

Whereas, for seven decades, Don LeNeve has demonstrated extraordinary resilience, adapting to changing times while maintaining his reputation for quality, integrity, and innovation; and

Whereas, this milestone represents seventy years of job creation, community support, and economic contribution to the City of Butler; and

Whereas, the success of LeNeve's TV & Appliance is a direct reflection of the dedication of Don LeNeve and family, his employees, and the loyalty of his valued customers;

NOW, therefore, I, Mayor James W. Henry, do hereby proclaim April 21 as Don LeNeve Platinum Anniversary Day in the City of Butler, and congratulate him and his entire team on 70 years of business excellence. Respectfully submitted and approved, on this 21st day of April, 2026.

Signed,

James W. Henry, Mayor

Attested by:

Gayle Alexander, City Clerk

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Bates County Old Settlers Day coming June 20th

Calling all local historical societies and towns that would like to have a table representing their area at the new old settlers day on June 20, Bates County courthouse lawn. Contact the museum 660-679-0134 or director@batescountymuseum.org

Adrian Area Historical Society

Papinville Historical Association


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