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.
Ronald B. Porter
Nov 9, 2024
Ronald B. Porter, 62, of Garden City, Missouri passed away Saturday, November 9, 2024 at the Kansas City Hospice House in Kansas City, MO. A memorial service was held on Friday, November 29, 2024 at Atkinson Funeral Home in Harrisonville, MO.
Ron was born October 23, 1962 in Independence, MO, a son of Orville...
Glenda Lee Ritter
Nov 6, 2024
Glenda L. Ritter, 72, of Harrisonville, Missouri, passed away on Wednesday, November 6, 2024, at Research Medical Center in Kansas City, MO. A Memorial Visitation was held on Saturday, November 16, 2024 at the Atkinson Funeral Home in Harrisonville, MO.
Glenda was born August 2, 1952 in Independence, MO, a daughter of Robert Paul...
Shawn Eugene Linder
Nov 4, 2024
Shawn Eugene Linder, 69, of Garden City, Missouri, passed away on November 4, 2024, at Research Medical Center in Kansas City, MO. Visitation to honor Shawn's life was held on Wednesday, November 13, 2024, at the Atkinson Funeral Home in Harrisonville. Inurnment will take place at Wills Cemetery in Peculiar, MO, at a later date.
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Paul William Bock
Nov 2, 2024
Paul William Bock, 58, of Adrian, Missouri, passed away on November 2, 2024 in Adrian, MO. A Celebration of Life was held at the Adrian City Park on Friday, November 08, 2024.
Paul was born on March 27, 1966, to Gordon William Bock and Shirley Mae (Grotten) Bock in Kansas City, MO. He attended...
Charles Walter Howe
Nov 2, 2024
Charles "Charlie" Walter Howe, 80, of Harrisonville, Missouri, passed away peacefully on Saturday, November 2, 2024 at Golden Years in Harrisonville, MO. Funeral Services were held on Friday, November 8, 2024, at the Atkinson Funeral Home in Harrisonville, MO.
Charlie was born in Amoret, MO, on August 5, 1944, to Minor Lee and Lucille...
Sharla Ann Diamond
Oct 31, 2024
Sharla A. Diamond, 74, of Peculiar, Missouri, passed away Thursday, October 31, 2024 at her home. Per Sharla's wishes, she will be cremated and there will be no services. Special thanks to Kerr Brunell and Home Instead Healthcare, and heartfelt thanks to CeeCee, who provided love and care for Sharla.
Sharla was born September...
Joyce N. (Farr) Hart
Oct 28, 2024
Joyce N. (Farr) Hart, 90, of Harrisonville, MO, passed away peacefully on October 28, 2024, at her home surrounded by her loving family. A Memorial Visitation was held at the Atkinson Funeral Home in Harrisonville on November 4, 2024. Memorial contributions are suggested to Alzheimer's Association.
Joyce was born on July 22, 1934, in...
Charles Thomas Ferguson
Oct 18, 2024
Charles "Tom" Thomas Ferguson, 51, of Harrisonville, MO, passed away on Friday, October 18, 2024, at Research Medical Center in Kansas City, MO, surrounded by the love of family and friends. A Celebration of Life, with military honors, was held on Friday, October 25, 2024, at the Atkinson Funeral Home in Harrisonville, MO. For those inclined, memorial contributions...
Darra Mae Simpson
Oct 17, 2024
Darra Mae Simpson, 84, of Harrisonville, MO, a beloved mother, sister, grandma, and great-grandma, passed away peacefully on October 17, 2024 at Kansas City Hospice House in Kansas City, MO. No services are scheduled at this time.
Darra was born on May 25, 1940, in Eldora, IA, the daughter of Darrell and Maxine (Smith)...
Anja Maria Maginn
Oct 11, 2024
Anja Maria Maginn, 54, of Garden City, Missouri, passed away on Friday, October 11, 2024 at her home in Garden City.
Anja was born October 20, 1969 in Oberhaid, Germany, a daughter of Werner and Ingeborg (Eichorn) Rödig. She obtained a Green Card and moved to the United States in 2006. Anja was united...
Edward Jay Tervol Jr.
Oct 10, 2024
Edward Jay Tervol, Jr., 71, of Harrisonville, MO, passed away on Thursday, October 10, 2024 at KU Medical Center. A Memorial Visitation was held on Thursday, October 17, 2024, at the Atkinson Funeral Home in Harrisonville, MO. Memorial contributions may be made to Harvesters or St. Jude Children's Hospital.
Ed was born on October...
Martha Lou Bridges
Oct 10, 2024
Martha Lou Bridges, 93, of Adrian, MO, passed away on Thursday, October 10, 2024, at Butler Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing in Butler, MO. Funeral services were held on Wednesday, October 16, 2024, at the Atkinson Funeral Home in Adrian, MO. Interment in Crescent Hill Cemetery in Adrian, MO. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made...
Virginia Yocum Kreisel
Oct 9, 2024
Virginia Fae (Yocum) Kreisel, 89, of Raymore, MO, passed away Wednesday, October 9, 2024 at Research Medical Center in Kansas City, MO. A Memorial Service was held Monday, October 21, 2024 at the Atkinson Funeral Home in Harrisonville, MO. Memorial contributions may be made to Wills Cemetery, Peculiar, MO.
Virginia was born March 3,...
William Louis Shoopman
Oct 7, 2024
William "Bill" Louis Shoopman, 67, passed away on Monday, October 7, 2024, at his home. Funeral services were held Saturday, October 12, 2024 at the Atkinson Funeral Home in Harrisonville, MO. Graveside services were held on Sunday, October 13, 2024 at the Spring Garden Cemetery in Eugene, MO.
Bill was...
Douglas M. Archer
Oct 7, 2024
Douglas M. Archer, 86, of Archie, MO, passed away on Monday, October 7, 2024 at Baptist Homes of Adrian in Adrian, MO. Memorial services were held on Thursday, October 10, 2024 at the Atkinson Funeral Home in Harrisonville, MO. Memorial contributions are suggested to Children's Mercy.
Douglas was born on July 7, 1938, to...
Roberta Jean Knox
Oct 4, 2024
Roberta Jean Knox, 91, of Belton, MO, passed away on Friday, October 4, 2024, at Beautiful Savior Nursing Home in Belton, MO. Graveside services were held on Thursday, October 17, 2024 at Oakland Cemetery in Harrisonville, MO.
Roberta was born on July 23, 1933, in El Dorado Springs, MO, the daughter of Eugene and...
Roy Glenn Estes
Oct 4, 2024
Roy Glenn Estes, 85, of Adrian, MO, passed away on Friday, October 4, 2024, at his home. Funeral services were held on Friday, October 11, 2024, at the Atkinson Funeral Home in Adrian, MO. Interment in the Crescent Hill Cemetery, Adrian, MO. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions can be made to VFW Post 1935, Lt. Garrison VFW...
Glennie Lee Carmichael
Sep 28, 2024
Glennie L. Carmichael, 85, of Harrisonville, Missouri, passed away Saturday, September 28, 2024 at Belton Regional Medical Center in Belton, MO. Funeral services were held on Wednesday, October 2, 2024 at the Atkinson Funeral Home in Harrisonville, MO. Burial in Orient Cemetery, Harrisonville. Memorial contributions may be made to Wayside Waifs.
Glennie was born...
Mary Lea Ritter
Sep 26, 2024
Mary Lea (Brown) Ritter, 85, of Adrian, MO, died on Thursday, September 26, 2024, at NorthCare Hospice House. Funeral services were held at the Adrian First Baptist Church on Tuesday, October 1, 2024. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to Kansas City Hospice and Palliative Care.
Mary was born in Tecumseh,...
E. W. "Elmo" Adams
Sep 23, 2024
E. W. "Elmo" Adams, 85, of Peculiar, MO, passed away on Monday, September 23, 2024 at Crown Care Center in Harrisonville, MO. Graveside services were held on Monday, September 30, 2024 at the Peculiar Cemetery in Peculiar, MO.
Elmo was born May 13,1939 to James and Bessie (Bilyeu) Adams. He was born and raised...
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