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.
Michelle Lyn Blackston
Feb 28, 2025
Michelle Lyn Blackston, 60, of Pleasant Hill, Missouri, passed away Friday, February 28, 2025, at Belton Regional Medical Center in Belton, MO. Graveside services were held on Thursday, March 6, 2025, at the Orient Cemetery in Harrisonville, MO. The family suggests memorial contributions be made to the Missouri Association of State Troopers Emergency Relief Society "The Masters" themastersmo.org....
Thelma Jewel Frazier
Feb 25, 2025
Thelma Jewel Frazier, 81, of Archie, Missouri, passed away Tuesday, February 25, 2025 at Belton Regional Medical Center in Belton, MO. A visitation was held on Monday, March 3, 2025 at the Atkinson Funeral Home in Harrisonville, MO, followed by a graveside at Crescent Hill Cemetery in Adrian, MO.
Thelma was born May 18,...
Michael Wesley Williams
Feb 25, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Michael Wesley Williams, 81, who left this world on Tuesday, February 25, 2025 at Menorah Medical Center. Per his wishes, no services will be held at this time.
Randolph Stephen Flint
Feb 18, 2025
Randolph "Randy" Stephen Flint, a beloved father, brother, and friend, passed away on Tuesday, February 18, 2025, at the age of 75. Born on June 28, 1949, in Killeen, Texas, to Robert Clark and Doris Laverne (Joy) Flint, Randy grew up with a sense of adventure and dedication, values that would later define his life and service. ...
Paul Richard Miller
Feb 17, 2025
Paul Richard "Dick" Miller, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, great-great-grandfather, and friend, passed away peacefully at his home, surrounded by loved ones, on Monday, February 17, 2025, at the age of 89. A memorial service celebrating Paul's life was held on Wednesday, February 26, 2025, at the Atkinson Funeral Home in Harrisonville, MO. Memorial contributions are suggested...
Sandy Parrott
Feb 15, 2025
Sandra Louise "Sandy" Parrott, 62, of Pleasant Hill, Missouri, passed away peacefully on February 15, 2025, at Menorah Medical Center in Overland Park, Kansas. A funeral service was held on Thursday, February 20, 2025, at the Church of the Nazarene in Harrisonville, Missouri. Interment at Wills Cemetery in Peculiar, MO. Memorial contributions are suggested to the Pleasant Hill...
Orville Dean Todd
Feb 11, 2025
Orville Dean Todd, 78, of Peculiar, Missouri, passed away on Tuesday, February 11, 2025, at his home surrounded by his family. Funeral services were held on Monday, February 17, 2025 at Atkinson Funeral Home in Harrisonville, MO. Interment will be in the Duncan Cemetery in Kingsville, MO. Memorial contributions may be made to the Duncan Cemetery Association. ...
Michael Allen Greer
Feb 10, 2025
Michael Allen Greer, 59, of Adrian, Missouri, passed away on Monday, February 10, 2025, in Kansas City, MO. Celebration of Life was held on Saturday, April 5, 2025, from 12:00-2:00 PM at the Downey Carriage House in Adrian, MO.
Michael was born on April 6, 1965, to Robert Greer and Betty (York) Greer in...
Martha Jean Tabb
Feb 8, 2025
Martha Jean (Farr) Tabb, 81, of Harrisonville, Missouri, passed away peacefully at home, with her family present on Saturday, February 8, 2025. Funeral services were held on Friday, February 14, 2025, at the Atkinson Funeral Home in Harrisonville, MO. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Jerry Tabb Memorial Scholarship Trust. ...
Shirley Ingram Dunkin
Feb 7, 2025
Shirley Ingram Dunkin, 88, of Kansas City, Missouri, passed away on Friday, February 7, 2025, at the Villages of Jackson Creek in Independence, MO. She was born March 31, 1936 in Independence, MO, a daughter of Richard and Alice (Adolfae) James.
Shirley lived most of her life in Independence, except for a few years...
Rodney Lee Newkirk Ii
Feb 4, 2025
Rodney Lee Newkirk II, 48, of Harrisonville, Missouri, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend, departed this world peacefully on Tuesday, February 4, 2025, at his home. A Memorial Visitation was held on Saturday, February 8, 2025, at the Atkinson Funeral Home in Harrisonville.
Born in Kansas City, MO, Rodney was the cherished...
Douglas Lloyd Cox
Feb 4, 2025
Douglas Lloyd Cox, a beloved husband, father, and cherished Grampy, passed away peacefully on February 4, 2025, at the age of 63. In honor of Doug's life and the love he radiated, memorial services will be held at a later date.
Born on November 11, 1961, in Lawrence, Kansas, Doug was the son of...
Martha "Annie" Ann Dyke
Feb 3, 2025
Martha "Annie" Ann Dyke, a beloved sister, aunt, and friend, quietly departed this world on Monday, February 3, 2025, at the age of 89, at Kansas City Hospice House in Kansas City, MO. A Celebration of Life for Annie will be held on Sunday, February 16, 2025, from 2:00 - 4:00 PM at the Gamber Community Center in...
Leon Clayton Bohrer
Feb 3, 2025
Leon Clayton Bohrer, 68, of Freeman, Missouri passed away on Monday, February 3, 2025 at his home in Freeman. A Celebration of Life honoring Leon will be held on Saturday, February 15, 2025, beginning at 2:00 PM at the Freeman Community Building, where family and friends will gather to share memories.
Leon was born...
Teresa "Terry" Lee Bluel
Feb 2, 2025
Teresa "Terry" Lee Bluel, 78, of Grandview, Missouri, passed away on Sunday, February 2, 2025 at Overland Park Regional Medical Center in Overland Park, Kansas. Memorial services were held at the Atkinson Funeral Home in Harrisonville, Missouri on Saturday, February 8, 2025. Memorial donations should be made to the National Kidney Foundation at www.kidney.org in Teresa's memory. ...
Bernadette "Berni" Marie Hill
Jan 31, 2025
Bernadette "Berni" Marie Hill, 67, of Adrian, Missouri, passed away on Friday, January 31, 2025, at her home. A celebration of life will be held on February 15th, 2025, at Adrian Christian Church from 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM.
Berni was born on March 11, 1957, to Clayton and Geraldine (Walsh) Calder in Seattle,...
Rolande Marcella Raines
Jan 29, 2025
Rolande Marcella Raines, 84, of Peculiar, MO, passed away on Wednesday, January 29, 2025 at her home. A Celebration of Life was held on Saturday, April 5, 2025 at 11:00 am at First Baptist Church in Peculiar, MO.
Rolande M. Piffault was born on December 31, 1940, in Cheaumont, France, to Bernard and Bernadette...
Connie M. Morgan
Jan 23, 2025
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Connie Morgan, 91, of Freeman, Mo on Thursday, January 23, 2025. Funeral services were held on Monday, January 27, 2025 at the Atkinson Funeral Home in Harrisonville, MO. Interment in Freeman Cemetery, Freeman, MO.
Connie was born on January 10, 1934, to William...
John Newton Spangler
Jan 20, 2025
It is with profound sadness that we share the passing of our beloved father, John Newton Spangler, who left this world on Monday, January 20, 2025 at Meadow View Nursing & Rehab in Harrisonville, Missouri. A Celebration of Life was held on Saturday, January 25, 2025, at the Atkinson Funeral Home in Harrisonville, MO....
Kevin Dale Skeens
Jan 19, 2025
Kevin D Skeens, 60, of Peculiar, Missouri, passed away peacefully on Sunday, January 19, 2025, at CenterPoint Medical Center, in Independence, MO. A Celebration of Life visitation, with a Masonic Service, was held held on Thursday, January 23, 2025, at the Atkinson Funeral Home in Harrisonville, MO. In lieu of flowers family prefers you send a donation to...
Subscribe
Subscribe to receive an email when we add new obituaries to our website. You may unsubscribe at any time.
A Year of Grief Support
Sign up for one year of weekly grief messages designed to provide strength and comfort during this challenging time.

