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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.

Jeffrey Wayne Bosler

Jeffrey Wayne Bosler

Aug 26, 2024

Jeffrey W. "Boz" Bosler, 60, of Eagle Rock, MO (formerly of Humboldt, KS; and Chanute, KS) left this earth to be with his Heavenly Father on Monday, August 26, 2024 after a short but aggressive battle with pneumonia. Cremation has taken place.

A public Casting Ceremony for Boz will be held Saturday, September 14,...

Thelma Cleo Six

Thelma Cleo Six

Aug 25, 2024

Thelma Cleo Six, 91, of Adrian, MO, went to her heavenly home on Sunday, August 25, 2024 in Overland Park, KS. Funeral services were held on Wednesday, August 28, 2024 at the Atkinson Funeral Home in Adrian, MO, followed by a burial at Crescent Hill Cemetery in Adrian, MO.  In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made...

Carol Kay Schrock

Carol Kay Schrock

Aug 22, 2024

Carol Kay Schrock, 87, of Harrisonville, Missouri, passed away on Thursday, August 22, 2024 at Crown Care Health and Rehab in Harrisonville, MO. Funeral services were held on Thursday, August 29, 2024 at the Harrisonville Community Church in Harrisonville, MO, with burial at Clearfork Cemetery in Garden City, MO. Memorial contributions may be made to Kinder Kastle. ...

Doris Mae Heckadon

Doris Mae Heckadon

Aug 17, 2024

Doris M. Heckadon, 96, of Adrian, Missouri, passed away peacefully at her home on Saturday, August 17, 2024. Funeral services were held  Friday, August 23, 2024, at the Atkinson Funeral Home in Adrian, MO. Burial at the Virginia Cemetery in Virginia, MO.  Memorial contributions may be made to the Virginia Cemetery or Heartland Hospice. Doris Mae...

Michael David Spear

Michael David Spear

Aug 16, 2024

Michael David Spear, 47, of Freeman, MO, passed away on Friday, August 16, 2024 in Freeman, MO. A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date.

Michael was born on March 26, 1977, in Wichita, KS, the son of David and Sheila (Buhrle) Spear. A dedicated construction worker, Michael's labor was a...

Brian Michael Spear

Brian Michael Spear

Aug 16, 2024

Brian Michael Spear, 27, of Freeman, MO, tragically passed away on Friday, August 16, 2024 at Cass Regional Medical Center in Harrisonville, MO. A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date.

Brian was born on June 10, 1997, the son of Michael and Patricia (Wilbanks) Spear. He was a man of...

Lela Marie Lusby

Lela Marie Lusby

Aug 6, 2024

Lela Marie Lusby, 65, passed away on Tuesday, August 6, 2024 at Centerpoint Medical Center in Independence, Missouri. A Memorial Visitation in celebration of Lela's life was held  on Friday, August 16, 2024 at the Atkinson Funeral Home in Harrisonville, MO.

Lela was born on February 1, 1959 in Harrisonville, MO, the daughter of...

Perry L. Sanders

Perry L. Sanders

Aug 5, 2024

Perry L. Sanders, 91, of Peculiar, Missouri, passed away peacefully at his home on Monday, August 5, 2024. Funeral services were held Friday, August 9, 2024 at the First Baptist Church in Peculiar, MO, with burial  in Wills Cemetery in Peculiar, MO.  Memorial contributions may be made to the Freeman Baptist Church, Freeman, MO.

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John Leslie Anderson

John Leslie Anderson

Jul 31, 2024

John Leslie Anderson, 63, of Butler, MO, passed away on July 31, 2024, at his residence in Butler, MO. A graveside service was held at Orient Cemetery in Harrisonville, MO on Friday, August 9, 2024. John was born on July 22, 1961, in Harrisonville, MO. He was a lifelong resident of Butler, MO. Throughout his life,...

Berry Leighton Dennis

Berry Leighton Dennis

Jul 24, 2024

Berry Leighton Dennis, 71, of Adrian, MO went to be with Jesus on Wednesday, July 24, 2024, at his home. A Memorial Service was held on Wednesday, July 31, 2024 at the Adrian Christian Church in Adrian Missouri. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to Adrian Christian Church or the South Prairie Railroad (WMATMA). ...

Hilton Edward Hodges

Hilton Edward Hodges

Jul 23, 2024

Hilton Edward Hodges, 86, of Lee's Summit, MO, passed away on Tuesday, July 23, 2024 at his home with his family by his side. A Memorial Service was held on Friday, July 26, 2024 at the Atkinson Funeral Home in Harrisonville, MO. Memorial contributions are suggested to St. Jude Children's Hospital.

Hilton was born...

Robert Lawrence Thiry

Robert Lawrence Thiry

Jul 21, 2024

Robert "Bob" Lawrence Thiry, 69, of Harrisonville, Missouri, passed away on Sunday, July 21, 2024, at KU Medical Center in Kansas City, Kansas. A memorial service will be held in Fostoria, Ohio at St Wendelin Church on August 31, 2024 at 10:30 AM. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to St. Wendelin Catholic Church of Fostoria,...

Tommy Dean Baldwin

Tommy Dean Baldwin

Jul 19, 2024

Tommy D. Baldwin, 70, of Lee's Summit, Missouri, passed away peacefully at his home on Friday, July 19, 2024 surrounded by his family. Memorial services were held  on Saturday, July 27, 2024 at the Atkinson Funeral Home in Harrisonville, MO. Contributions may be made to Good Shepherd Hospice  510 East Gay Street, Warrensburg, MO 64093.

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Richard Charles Holmes

Richard Charles Holmes

Jul 17, 2024

Richard Charles Holmes, 61, of Kansas City, Missouri, passed away on July 17, 2024, at the age of 61. Memorial services to celebrate Richard's life were held at the Atkinson Funeral Home in Harrisonville on July 24, 2024. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be made to American Lung Association.

Richard was born...

George Steven Clark

George Steven Clark

Jul 13, 2024

George Steven Clark, 72, of Harrisonville, Missouri, passed away on Saturday, July 13, 2024 at Cass Regional Medical Center in Harrisonville. Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday, August 3, 2024 from 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM at the VFW in Harrisonville, MO. Military honors will take place at 1:30 PM. All are welcome to attend. ...

Donna Kay Phares

Donna Kay Phares

Jul 12, 2024

Donna Kay Phares, 70, of Harrisonville, Missouri, passed away on Friday, July 12, 2024 at Kansas City Hospice House in Kansas City, Missouri. Graveside services were held at Tuesday, July 23, 2024 at Oakland Cemetery in Harrisonville.

Donna was born July 27, 1953 in Harrisonville, the daughter of John Francis and Dora Darlene (Peterson)...

Joe Allen West

Joe Allen West

Jul 11, 2024

Joe Allen West, 77, of Galena, Missouri, passed away on Thursday, July 11, 2024 at his home. A Private Burial was held Sunday, July 14, 2024 at Crescent Hill Cemetery in Adrian, Missouri.

Joe was born February 19, 1947 to Eva Jean (Grady) Everett in Kansas City, MO but was raised by his grandparents,...

Joyce Sandra Hitch

Joyce Sandra Hitch

Jul 10, 2024

Joyce Sandra Hitch, 83, of Harrisonville, Missouri, passed away on Wednesday, July 10, 2024 at Crown Care Rehab and Healthcare Center in Harrisonville. Funeral services were held  Monday, July 15, 2024 at the Atkinson Funeral Home in Harrisonville.    Interment at the Longview Cemetery in Kansas City, MO.

Joyce was born August 6, 1940 in...

Diane Marie Noble

Diane Marie Noble

Jul 10, 2024

Diane M. Noble, 68, of Harrisonville, Missouri, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, July 10, 2024 at her home. A Celebration of Life Visitation was held  on Wednesday, July 17, 2024 at the Atkinson Funeral Home in Harrisonville.

Diane was born December 12, 1955 in Harrisonville, MO, a daughter of Robert Scott and Connie Irene...

Dale Smith

Dale Smith

Jul 6, 2024

Dale Smith, 89, of Adrian, Missouri, passed away on Saturday, July 6, 2024, at Olathe Hospice House in Olathe, Kansas. Funeral services were held at the Atkinson Funeral Home in Adrian, Missouri on Saturday, July 13, 2024. Interment in the Crescent Hill Cemetery in Adrian, Missouri. Memorial contributions may be made to Kamp Keirsey or Missourians on Mission....

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