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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.

Kathlynn "Katie" Elizabeth Elliott

Kathlynn "Katie" Elizabeth Elliott

Jun 2, 2024

Kathlynn "Katie" Elizabeth Elliott, 59, of Harrisonville, Missouri, peacefully departed this life on Sunday, June 2, 2024, at KC Hospice House in Kansas City, MO. Memorial services were held at the Atkinson Funeral Home in Harrisonville on Thursday, June 13, 2024.  Memorial contributions are suggested to Hope Haven in Harrisonville, MO.

Katie was born...

Alan Wayne Harris

Alan Wayne Harris

May 31, 2024

Alan W. Harris, 60, of Grandview, Missouri, passed away Friday, May 31, 2024 at Research Medical Center in Kansas City, MO. A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date.

Alan was born on March 14, 1964 in Kansas City, MO, a son of John and Cathryn Ann (Carter) Harris III. He...

June Katherine Brookshire

June Katherine Brookshire

May 30, 2024

June Katherine Brookshire, 93, of Harrisonville, MO, passed away on Thursday, May 30, 2024, at her son's home in Independence, MO. Funeral services were held on June 4, 2024, at Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church in Harrisonville, MO.  Inurnment will take place at Orient Cemetery at a later date.

June was born on...

Ronald Wayne Wood

Ronald Wayne Wood

May 24, 2024

Ronald Wayne Wood, 83, of Harrisonville, MO, passed away on Friday, May 24, 2024 at Golden Years Center for Rehab and Healthcare in Harrisonville, MO. No services scheduled at this time.

Cleo Marie Wills

Cleo Marie Wills

May 14, 2024

Cleo Marie Wills, 97, of Harrisonville, MO, passed away on Tuesday, May 14, 2024 at Research Medical Center in Kansas City, MO. Family inurnment was held Tuesday, May 28, 2024 at the Freeman Cemetery in Freeman, MO.

Cleo was born on May 25, 1926, in Freeman, MO, a daughter of Bryan and Mary (Rinker)...

Joyce Merlyne Estep

Joyce Merlyne Estep

May 12, 2024

Joyce Merlyne (Petry) Estep, 84, of Peculiar, MO, passed away May 12, 2024 at her home in Peculiar. The service to celebrate her life was held on Thursday, May 16, 2024, at the Harrisonville Church Of The Nazarene. The service  was conducted by Joyce's children: Dr. Eddie Estep, Rev. Kim Duey, Rev. Scott Estep, and Dr. Steve Estep...

Raymond Lee Priest, Sr.

Raymond Lee Priest, Sr.

May 12, 2024

Raymond Lee Priest, Sr., 75, currently of Harrisonville, MO, passed away on Sunday, May 12, 2024 at Cass Regional Medical Center in Harrisonville, MO. No services are scheduled at this time.

Richard Edgar Greer

Richard Edgar Greer

May 11, 2024

Richard Edgar Greer, 76, of Archie, MO, went to be with the Lord on Saturday, May 11, 2024, at his son Jim's home surrounded by family. A graveside service was held on Saturday, May 18, 2024, at Crescent Hill Cemetery in Adrian, MO.

Richard was born on February 22, 1948, in Orrick, MO, to...

Deborah "Debbie" Lynn Gregg

Deborah "Debbie" Lynn Gregg

May 10, 2024

Deborah Lynn "Debbie" Gregg, 63, Harrisonville, Missouri, passed away on Friday, May 10, 2024 at her home. A Celebration of Life Service will be held at a later date.

Debbie was born January 23, 1961 in Baytown, Texas, a daughter of Travis W. and Claudia (Enderli) Gary.  She had lived in Texas until moving...

Mary Caroline Stucky

Mary Caroline Stucky

May 3, 2024

Mary Caroline Stucky, 81, of Raymore, Missouri, passed away on Friday May 3, 2024 at Research Medical Center in Kansas City, MO. Cremation. No services are scheduled. Memorial contributions may be made to the American German Shepherd Rescue Association, ( www.agsra.org ).

Mary was born June 24, 1942 to John and Martha (Justice) Tregellas...

Michael Shane Sidebottom

Michael Shane Sidebottom

May 2, 2024

Michael Shane Sidebottom, 48, of Harrisonville, Missouri, passed away Thursday, May 2, 2024. A Memorial Service was held  Saturday, May 18, 2024, at the Atkinson Funeral Home in Harrisonville.

Michael was born September 11, 1975 in Harrisonville, Missouri, a son of Charles Allen and Vera Jeanne (Tieman) Sidebottom. He was a lifelong Harrisonville resident....

Carol Prettyman

Carol Prettyman

May 1, 2024

Carol Prettyman, 85, of Harrisonville, Missouri, passed away on Wednesday, May 1, 2024 at St. Luke's South Hospital in Overland Park, Kansas. Memorial services were held at the Harrisonville United Methodist Church on Saturday, May 11, 2024. .

Carol was born on October 28, 1938, to Tom Brown (TB) and Clara Belle (Bybee) Prettyman...

Michelle Dione Van Horn

Michelle Dione Van Horn

Apr 28, 2024

Michelle Dione Van Horn, 51, of Raymore, MO, passed away on Sunday, April 28, 2024 at Belton Regional Medical Center in Belton, MO. Memorial services were held on Friday, May 3, 2024 at the First Baptist Church of Peculiar in Peculiar, MO.

Michelle was born July 6, 1972 to Herbert and Lou Ella (Gary)...

Jonathan Johnson

Jonathan Johnson

Apr 24, 2024

Jonathan Johnson, 72, of  Grandview,  Missouri,  passed away peacefully on Wednesday, April 24, 2024 at his daughter's home in Archie, Missouri. Cremation, with no services scheduled at this time. A complete obituary will be posted when it becomes available.

Herbert Bond Ferguson

Herbert Bond Ferguson

Apr 21, 2024

Herbert Bond Ferguson, Jr, 78, of Harrisonville, Missouri, passed away on Sunday, April 21, 2024 at KU Medical Center. Funeral services were held on Friday, April 26, 2024 at the Atkinson Funeral Home in Harrisonville, MO.  Inurnment will be at a later date in Orient Cemetery in Harrisonville, MO. Memorial contributions may be made to the family. ...

Michael Todd Banker

Michael Todd Banker

Apr 19, 2024

Michael Todd Banker, 60, of Harrisonville, MO, passed away on Friday, April 19, 2024, at Research Medical Center in Kansas City, MO. A Celebration of Todd's life was held at  the Atkinson Funeral Home in Harrisonville on April 26, 2024. Memorial contributions are suggested to the family to help with funeral expenses.

Todd was...

David William Moses

David William Moses

Apr 19, 2024

David William Moses, 62, of Peculiar, MO, passed away on Friday, April 19, 2024 at Cass Regional Medical Center in Harrisonville, MO. The family will have a Celebration of Life at a later date.

David was born in Kansas City, MO, on August 15, 1961, to Donald and Wilma Laverne (Adams) Moses. David was...

Timothy Bruce Goodfield

Timothy Bruce Goodfield

Apr 18, 2024

Timothy Bruce Goodfield, known to his loved ones as Tim, 48, of Belton, MO, passed away on Thursday, April 18, 2024 at Golden Years Center for Rehab and Healthcare in Harrisonville, MO. His family would like to thank the nursing staff at Golden Years for their compassion and dedication during his time there as both an employee and...

Richard L. Mcgowen

Richard L. Mcgowen

Apr 13, 2024

Richard L. "Dick" McGowen, 82, of Harrisonville, Missouri, passed away Saturday, April 13, 2024 at Delmar Gardens of Lenexa in Lenexa, Kansas. Funeral services were held  on Monday, April 22, 2024, at the Atkinson Funeral Home in Harrisonville, MO. Burial, with military honors, will follow services in Orient Cemetery, Harrisonville. Memorial contributions may be made to the Harrisonville...

Earlene Troby

Earlene Troby

Apr 11, 2024

Earlene Troby, 78, of Harrisonville, Missouri, passed away on Thursday, April 11, 2024 at Research Medical Center in Kansas City, Missouri. A Celebration of Life was held  Saturday, April 20, 2024 at the Atkinson Funeral Home in Harrisonville. Memorial contributions may be made to the Harrisonville Dog Park and may be sent to the Atkinson Funeral Home, 600...

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