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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.

Garold Woodard Whitehead

Garold Woodard Whitehead

Jan 23, 2013

Garold Woodard Whitehead, 94, Adrian, Missouri, died Wednesday, January 23, 2013 at Cass Regional Medical Center in Harrisonville, Missouri. Funeral services will be held at 1:00 pm Monday, January 28 at Altona Baptist Church in Altona, Missouri. (No visitation). Burial will be in Crescent Hill Cemetery, Adrian. Memorial contributions may be made to the church. Garold was born April 13,...

Lloyd C. Brown

Lloyd C. Brown

Jan 18, 2013

On Feb 14, 1964, Lloyd married Nancy Sue Patton, the love and passion of his life. Lloyd and Nancy loved to camp, fish, travel, laugh, and party together. They enjoyed time together with family and close friends. Lloyd C. Brown, 78, of Harrisonville passed away January 18, 2013. Visitation will be Monday, January 21 at Atkinson Funeral Home in Harrisonville...

Florence Fay Wilkinson

Florence Fay Wilkinson

Jan 17, 2013

Florence Fay Wilkinson, 80, Lone Jack, Missouri, died Thursday, January 17, 2013 at her home. Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m. Saturday, January 19 at the Atkinson Funeral Home in Harrisonville, Missouri with visitation from 9:30-10:30. Burial was in Lone Jack Cemetery. Donations may be made to Lone Jack Cemetery. Florence was born February 18, 1932 in Archie,...

Audrey Gail Marshall

Audrey Gail Marshall

Jan 15, 2013

Audrey Gail (Barrett) Marshall, 88, formerly of Tempe, AZ, died January 15, 2013 at Cass Regional Medical Center in Harrisonville, Missouri. Private family services will be held at a later date. (Cremation). Audrey was born August 11, 1924 in Courtland, KS, the daughter of Wilbur "W. J." and Ora (Greenwood) Barrett. She held two master degrees, one in Library Science...

Patricia "Pattie" Louise Reece

Patricia "Pattie" Louise Reece

Jan 14, 2013

Patricia "Pattie" Louise Reece, 78, Harrisonville, Missouri, died Monday, January 14, 2013 at Cass Regional Medical Center in Harrisonville. Graveside services will be held at 11:30 a.m. Friday, January 18, 2013 at the Orient Cemetery in Harrisonville. More information will be posted when available.

Jennifer Lee Middaugh

Jennifer Lee Middaugh

Jan 13, 2013

Jennifer Lee Middaugh, 63, Harrisonville, Missouri went home to Jesus Sunday, January 13, 2013 at Research Medical Center in Kansas City, Missouri, surrounded by family. Funeral services will be held at 10:00 a.m. Thursday, January 17 at the Atkinson Funeral Home in Harrisonville. Visitation will be from 6:00-8:00 p.m. Wednesday at the Atkinson Funeral Home. Burial will be in Parker...

Judith "Judy" Ann Cotton

Judith "Judy" Ann Cotton

Jan 10, 2013

Judith "Judy" (Grammy) Ann Cotton, 75, Harrisonville, Missouri, died Thursday, January 10, 2013 at Golden Years Care Center in Harrisonville. Memorial services will be held at 3:00 p.m. Saturday, January 12, 2013 at the Atkinson Funeral Home in Harrisonville with visitation from 2:00-3:00 p.m. Contributions may be made to the family. Judy was born January 23, 1937 in Kansas City,...

John "Randy" Randall Vinson

John "Randy" Randall Vinson

Jan 9, 2013

John Randall "Randy" Vinson, 59, Peculiar, Missouri, died Wednesday, January 9, 2013 at his home. Memorial services will be held at 2:00 p.m. Sunday, January 13 at the Atkinson Funeral Home in Harrisonville with visitation from 1:00-2:00.

Donald Eugene Van Black

Donald Eugene Van Black

Jan 9, 2013

Donald "Don" Eugene Van Black, 77 of Freeman, Missouri, died Wednesday, January 9, 2013 at Parkview Health Care Facility in Bolivar, Missouri. Funeral services will be held at 10:00 a.m. Saturday, January 12, 2013 at the Atkinson Funeral Home in Harrisonville, Missouri with visitation from 9:30-10:00 a.m. Burial will follow in the Pleasant Ridge Cemetery in Harrisonville. Memorial contributions may...

Clyde L. Horstman, Jr.

Clyde L. Horstman, Jr.

Jan 9, 2013

Clyde L. Horstman, Jr., 94, Raymore, Missouri, died Wednesday, January 9, 2013 at The Rehabilitation Center of Raymore in Raymore, Missouri. No services are scheduled. Mr. Horstman donated his body to science. Mr. Horstman was born July 20, 1918 in Kansas City, Missouri, the son of Clyde and Ada Mae (Lyon) Horstman. He was a WWII Navy veteran. He was...

Nancy Lea Jones

Nancy Lea Jones

Jan 8, 2013

Nancy Lea Jones, 60, Harrisonville, Missouri, died Tuesday, January 8, 2013 at her home. A memorial gathering will be held from 1:00-2:30 p.m. Saturday, January 19 at the Atkinson Funeral Home in Harrisonville. (Cremation). Memorial contributions may be made to Heartland Hospice. Nancy was born October 26, 1952 in Kansas City, Missouri, the daughter of Max and Beverly (Chaffin) Haldiman....

Dr. A. R. "Rod" May, Iii

Dr. A. R. "Rod" May, Iii

Jan 7, 2013

Dr. A. R. "Rod" May, III, 59, Pleasant Hill, Missouri, died Monday, January 7, 2013 at Cass Regional Medical Center in Harrisonville, Missouri. No services are scheduled. (Cremation). Dr. May was born June 8, 1953 in Independence, Missouri, the son of the late Capt. A. R. May, Jr. and June (Henderson) May, Harrisonville. He grew up in Independence, Missouri and...

Roger Levi Helphrey

Roger Levi Helphrey

Jan 6, 2013

Roger Levi Helphrey, 68, lost his more than three year battle with lung cancer and dementia on January 6, 2013. He passed peacefully at his home in Adrian, Missouri, surrounded by his family. Visitation will be from 6:00-8:00 p.m. Thursday, January 10, 2013 at the Atkinson Chapel in Adrian. The family also invites friends and family to a Celebration of...

Doris Ann Hocker

Doris Ann Hocker

Jan 5, 2013

Doris Ann Hocker, 72, Edwardsville, Kansas, formerly of Peculiar, Missouri, died Saturday, January 5, 2013. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. Friday, January 11, 2013 at the Atkinson Funeral Home in Harrisonville with visitation from 10:00-11:00. Burial will be in Peculiar Cemetery in Peculiar, Missouri. Doris was born August 21, 1940 in Harrisonville, Missouri, the daughter of Clarence...

Frances Wilda Smith

Frances Wilda Smith

Jan 2, 2013

Frances Wilda Smith, 80, Adrian, Missouri died Wednesday, January 2, 2013 at Adrian Manor Nursing Home in Adrian. A memorial/visitation will be held from 6:30-8:00 p.m. Tuesday, January 8 at the Atkinson Funeral Home in Adrian. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that contributions be made to Heartland Hospice or the Adrian Christian Church. Frances was born February 15,...

Diana L. Diamond Watskey

Diana L. Diamond Watskey

Dec 26, 2012

Diana Lee Diamond Watskey, 48, Belton, Missouri, died Wednesday, December 26, 2012 at Beautiful Savior Nursing Home in Belton. Funeral services will be held at 3:00 p.m. Saturday, January 5, 2013 at the Church of Christ (Temple Lot), 200 South River Blvd., Independence, Missouri. Visitation will be from 1:30-3:00 p.m. Saturday at the church. Burial will be in West Union...

Marvin Arthur Walker

Marvin Arthur Walker

Dec 26, 2012

Marvin Arthur Walker, 88, Harrisonville, Missouri, died Wednesday, December 26, 2012 at Golden Years Care Center in Harrisonville. Memorial services are pending with private family inurnment in the Missouri State Veterans Cemetery in Springfield, Missouri. Marvin was born April 9, 1924 in Waldron, Arkansas, the son of Gee and Vaudie Mae (Owens) Walker. He married Betty Jo Walker on November...

Marsha G. Hawkins

Marsha G. Hawkins

Dec 22, 2012

Marsha Gayle Hawkins, 62, Adrian, Missouri, died Saturday, December 22, 2012 at Research Medical Center in Kansas City, Missouri. Funeral services will be held 2:00pm Friday, December 28, 2012 at the Optimist Building in Adrian, Missouri. The family will receive friends 6:00-8:00pm Thursday, December 27, 2012 at the Optimist Building in Adrian. Burial will be in Crescent Hill Cemetery, Adrian,...

Medrith V. Hook

Medrith V. Hook

Dec 19, 2012

Medrith V. Hook, 81, Belton, Missouri, died Wednesday, December 19, 2012 at St. Joseph Medical Center in Kansas City, Missouri. Graveside services will be held at 3:30 p.m. Friday, December 21, 2012 at the Peculiar Cemetery in Peculiar, Missouri. (No visitation).

Roxanne Myrtle Helene Boatwright

Roxanne Myrtle Helene Boatwright

Dec 19, 2012

Roxanne Myrtle Helene Boatwright, 65, Adrian, Missouri, died Wednesday, December 19, 2012 at her home. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. Saturday, December 22 at the Atkinson Funeral Home in Adrian with visitation from 10:00-11:00 a.m. Burial will be in Crescent Hill Cemetery in Adrian. Roxanne was born July 17, 1947 in Dodge City, Kansas, the daughter of...

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