obituaries
Recent obituaries in Bates and Cass County, MO.
The obituaries in the Bates and Cass Counties reflect the region's diverse population, featuring individuals from a variety of ethnic, religious, and cultural backgrounds. Some were pioneers in their fields, while others dedicated their lives to community service or philanthropy. Their stories serve as a reminder of the richness and complexity Bates and Cass County, MO history and identity.
Denis James Wilson
Dec 22, 2024
Denis James Wilson, 61, of Harrisonville, Missouri, passed away unexpectedly, yet peacefully, on Sunday, December 22, 2024 at his home with his son, TJ, and daughter-in-law, Jessica, by his side. No formal services will be held at this time. The family plans to honor Denis's memory with a Celebration of Life at a later date and will share...
Virginia Mae Rusow
Dec 22, 2024
Virginia Mae Rusow, 77, passed away on Sunday, December 22, 2024, at Appleton City Manor in Appleton City, Missouri. A Memorial Service were held on Saturday, January 4, 2025, at the Atkinson Funeral Home in Adrian, MO.
Virginia was born on July 28, 1947, to Barry Jackson "Jack" Monteer and Ethel M. Vansel in...
Shirley Ann Howell
Dec 21, 2024
Shirley A. Howell, 88, of Harrisonville, Missouri, passed away Saturday, December 21, 2024 at her home in Harrisonville surrounded by family and friends. Funeral services were held on Friday, December 27, 2024 at the Harrisonville United Methodist Church. Interment at the Fairview Cemetery in Bedford, Iowa. Memorial contributions may be made to the Harrisonville United Methodist Church. ...
Calvin Lee Gorsage, Jr.
Dec 11, 2024
Calvin Lee Gorsage Jr., 73, of Archie, Missouri, passed away on Wednesday, December 11, 2024 at Belton Regional Medical Center in Belton, MO. Funeral services were held on Monday, December 16, 2024 at the Atkinson Funeral Home in Harrisonville, MO. Interment in the Freeman Cemetery, Freeman, MO. Memorial contributions are suggested to Freeman Cemetery in Calvin's name. ...
Jackie Levi Webb
Dec 9, 2024
Jackie "Jack" Levi Webb, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend, passed away at Cass Regional Medical Center in Harrisonville, MO, on December 9, 2024, at the age of 78. Born on September 3, 1946, in Mount Pleasant, Arkansas, the son of Orgel and Sarah (Hiland) Webb. Jack found joy in many aspects of life, but none compared...
Miles Eaglehawk Humbird
Dec 7, 2024
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Miles Eaglehawk Humbird, a cherished son, brother, and friend, who left us far too soon on December 7, 2024, at the age of 18. Born on September 28, 2006, in Pennington County, South Dakota, Miles was adopted by the Humbird family at the age of two and warmly welcomed into...
Virginia Irene Paul
Dec 7, 2024
Virginia Irene Paul, 79, of Harrisonville, Missouri, passed away peacefully on Saturday, December 7, 2024 at the Kansas City Hospice House in Kansas City, MO. She was born August 18, 1945 in Sedalia, Missouri, a daughter of Joseph Milton and Margaret Francis (White) Lewis. She spent her early years in Sedalia, and was a 1963 graduate of Smith-Cotton...
Joan Aliene Moeller
Dec 6, 2024
Joan A. Moeller, a loving mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, teacher, and cherished member of her church and community, passed away peacefully on December 6, 2024 at the age of 89. Known for her unique sense of humor and warm heart, Joan left an indelible mark on everyone lucky enough to cross her path.
Services were...
Roberta "Robyn" Lynn Burger
Dec 6, 2024
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of our beloved Robyn Burger, who peacefully left us on December 6, 2024, at her home. Robyn's life was a testament to her deep passion for people, her dedication to law enforcement, and her unwavering love for her family.
Robyn was born on June 1, 1965, in...
Glenda Kay Dill
Dec 4, 2024
Glenda K. Dill, 72, of Kansas City, MO, passed away on Wednesday, December 4, 2024 at KU Medical Center in Kansas City, Kansas. A Memorial Visitation was held on Friday, December 13, 2024 at the Atkinson Funeral Home in Harrisonville, MO.
Glenda was born June 27, 1952 in Fontana, Kansas, a daughter of Ira...
Donald Ray Hayes
Dec 4, 2024
Donald Ray Hayes, 76, of Harrisonville, Missouri, passed away Wednesday, December 4, 2024 at his home following an illness. Graveside services were held on Saturday, December 7, 2024 at Orient Cemetery in Harrisonville, MO.
Don was born August 1, 1948 in Joplin, MO, a son of George and Betty Faye (Dye) Hayes. Don grew...
Jerry Dale Moore
Dec 2, 2024
Jerry D. Moore, 66, of Freeman, Missouri, passed away on Monday, December 2, 2024 at Cass Regional Medical Center in Harrisonville, MO. Jerry was born June 19, 1958 in Kansas City, MO, a son of Clifford and Dorothy (Ogle) Moore.
Jerry graduated from Van Horn High School in Kansas City, MO. He had lived...
June Alberta Talley
Dec 2, 2024
June Alberta Talley, 86, of Adrian, Missouri, passed away on Monday, December 2, 2024 at her home. There will be a private family inurnment at Crescent Hill Cemetery in Adrian, MO.
June was born July 19, 1938 to Bryan Lacy and Jessie Heckadon at home in Passaic, Missouri. She grew up and went to...
Velma Louise Mccoy
Nov 30, 2024
Velma L. McCoy, 88, of Harrisonville, Missouri, passed away Saturday, November 30, 2024 at Mercy Hospital in Springfield, MO. A Memorial Service was held Saturday, December 21, 2024 at the Atkinson Funeral Home in Harrisonville, MO.
Velma was born May 22, 1936 in Independence, MO, a daughter of Dean Lee and Thelma (Smith) Fishback....
Alvin "Butch" Floyd Kagarice
Nov 30, 2024
Alvin "Butch" Kagarice, 76, of Stockton, Missouri, passed away on Saturday, November 30, 2024 at his home in Stockton, MO. A memorial service will be held at a later date.
Alvin was born December 12, 1947 in Gunn City, MO, a son of William Floyd and Dora Pauline (Poil) Kagarice. Alvin attended school in...
Delmar Otis Morriss
Nov 28, 2024
Delmar Otis Morriss, 88, of Garden City, Missouri, passed away on Thursday, November 28, 2024 at his home. Funeral services were held on Wednesday, December 4, 2024 at the Atkinson Funeral Home in Harrisonville, MO. Interment at Orient Cemetery in Harrisonville, MO.
Delmar was born on August 4, 1936, in Nodaway County, MO, growing...
Harvey Lee Newton
Nov 27, 2024
Harvey L. Newton, 69, of Belton, Missouri, passed away on Wednesday, November 27, 2024 with his daughters by his side in Grain Valley, MO. Harvey was born November 19, 1955 in Ft. Belvoir, Virginia, a son of Aubrey and Mildred (Lee) Newton.
As a child in a military family, Harvey was fortunate to have...
Shirley Mae Crawford
Nov 26, 2024
Shirley Mae Crawford, 94, of Lee's Summit, Missouri, passed away on Tuesday, November 26, 2024 at Lee's Summit Place in Lee's Summit. Shirley was born on November 2, 1930 in Pontiac, Michigan, a daughter of Homer and Selma (Rasmussen) Smith.
Shirley graduated from Michigan State Normal College (now Eastern Michigan University) in Ann Arbor...
John E. Brelsford
Nov 25, 2024
John E. Brelsford, 76, of Harrisonville, MO, passed away peacefully on Monday, November 25, 2024 at his home. Funeral services were held on Monday, December 2, 2024 at the Atkinson Funeral Home in Harrisonville, MO. Interment, with military honors, at Orient Cemetery in Harrisonville, MO.
John was born in Kansas City, MO, on August...
Richard "Rick" E. Boatwright
Nov 25, 2024
Richard "Rick" Eugene Boatwright, 82, Harrisonville, MO, passed away peacefully on Monday, November 25, 2024 at his home with family by his side. Funeral services were held on Tuesday, December 3, 2024 at the Atkinson Funeral Home in Harrisonville, MO. Interment at Crescent Hill Cemetery in Adrian, MO. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations are suggested to the...
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