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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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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...

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