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.
Lois Maxine Morris
Nov 17, 2023
Lois Maxine Morris, 90, Peculiar, Missouri, passed away Friday, November 17, 2023 at Cass Regional Medical Center in Harrisonville, MO. Funeral services were held on Tuesday, November 21, 2023 at the Atkinson Funeral Home in Harrisonville, Missouri. Burial in Wills Cemetery, Peculiar, MO.
Lois was born April 15, 1933 in Freeman, MO, a daughter...
Karen Kay King
Nov 16, 2023
Karen Kay King, 75, of Adrian, MO, passed away on Thursday, November 16, 2023 at Medicalodge of Butler surrounded by her family. A Memorial Visitation was held on Saturday, November 25, 2023 at the Atkinson Funeral Home in Adrian, MO. Memorial contributions may be made to St. Croix Hospice. Karen was born August 26,...
Mary Anne Green
Nov 12, 2023
Mary Anne Green, 69, of Adrian, Missouri, passed away on November 12, 2023 at Kansas City Hospice House in Kansas City, MO. A graveside service was held on Friday, November 17, 2023 at Crescent Hill Cemetery in Adrian, MO. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that contributions be made to the charity or church of their choice....
Lawrence "Ron" Richardson
Nov 9, 2023
Lawrence "Ron" Richardson, Sr., 82, of Harrisonville, Missouri, passed away on Thursday, November 9, 2023 at St. Luke's Hospice House in Kansas City, MO, knowing he was greatly loved. Funeral services were held on Monday, November 13, 2023 at the Atkinson Funeral Home in Harrisonville, MO. Interment, with military honors, followed in Leavenworth National Cemetery, Leavenworth, KS. ...
Robert Elden Mcgowen
Nov 1, 2023
Robert "Bob" Elden McGowen, 83, of Harrisonville, MO, passed away on Wednesday, November 1, 2023 at his home. Masonic services and funeral services were held Monday, November 6, 2023 at the Atkinson Funeral Home in Harrisonville, MO, Interment in Wills Cemetery, Peculiar, MO.
Bob was born March 8, 1940 to Willard Robert and Lela...
Trueman H. Hight
Nov 1, 2023
In Loving Memory of Trueman Hight
Trueman, a cherished man whose presence touched the hearts of many, has passed away at the age of 90. He left this world on November 1, 2023, surrounded by family and friends who will forever hold him close in their hearts. A Celebration of Trueman's life was held...
Sammy Calvin Peek
Oct 30, 2023
Sammy "Sam" Calvin Peek, 80, of Adrian, MO, passed away on Monday, October 30, 2023 at his home. Funeral services were held on Wednesday, November 8, 2023 at the Atkinson Funeral Home in Harrisonville, MO. Burial in Freeman Cemetery, Freeman, Missouri.
Sam was born on February 21, 1943 to Albert Levi and Naomi M....
Charlotte Ann Hon
Oct 29, 2023
Charlotte Ann Hon, 89, of Excelsior Springs, Missouri, formerly of Harrisonville, MO, passed away on Sunday, October 29, 2023 at Aspire Senior Living in Excelsior Springs, MO. Funeral services were held at the Atkinson Funeral Home in Harrisonville on Saturday, November 4, 2023. Burial in Orient Cemetery, Harrisonville. Memorial contributions may be made to The Shriners Hospitals for...
Timothy Alan Phifer
Oct 24, 2023
Timothy Alan Phifer, 73, of Freeman, MO, passed away on Tuesday, October 24, 2023 at his home. Memorial services were held on Saturday, October 28, 2023 at Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church in Harrisonville, MO.
Tim was born October 21, 1950 to Paul Eugene and Thelma Ann (Orten) Phifer in Benkelman, NE. He...
Janelle Ilene Ryals
Oct 23, 2023
Janelle Ilene Ryals, 75, of Peculiar, MO, passed away on Monday, October 23, 2023 at her home. Private graveside services were held on Thursday, October 26, 2023 at Staley Mound Cemetery in Pleasant Hill, MO.
Janelle was born August 30, 1948 to Jerome Thomas and Estella Kathleen (Stoner) Jarboe in Mount Vernon, MO. She...
Howard Gibson, Jr.
Oct 23, 2023
Howard Gibson, Jr., aged 71, passed away on October 23, 2023, in Kansas City, MO. The celebration of Howard's life took place during funeral services on Monday, October 30, 2023, at the Atkinson Funeral Home in Harrisonville, MO. Interment, with military honors, in Everett Cemetery, Archie, MO.
Howard was born on May 23, 1952,...
Chris Zurn
Oct 22, 2023
Chris Zurn, 44, of Adrian, Missouri, passed away on Sunday, October 22, 2023 at his home. Funeral services were held on Saturday, October 28, 2023 at the Atkinson Funeral Home in Adrian, MO. Interment followed in the Crescent Hill Cemetery in Adrian, MO. Memorial contributions may be made to Adrian Fire Department.
Chris grew...
Sonny Raymond Wiseman
Oct 22, 2023
Loyd "Sonny" Raymond Wiseman, 94, of Harrisonville, Missouri, passed away Sunday, October 22, 2023 surrounded by his family. Masonic and funeral services were held on Friday, October 27, 2023 at the Atkinson Funeral Home in Harrisonville, followed by interment, with military honors, in Wills Cemetery in Peculiar, MO. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the...
Jeanie Stephens
Oct 20, 2023
Jeanie "Grams" Stephens, 63, of Adrian, Missouri, passed away Friday, October 20, 2023 at her home. Memorial services were held on October 29, 2023 at the Adrian High School in Adrian, MO. Memorial contributions may be made to any of the following in Jeanie's name: Adrian Christian Church, Adrian Rural Fire Department, or Bates County Industries.
...Alice May Bollinger
Oct 11, 2023
Alice May Bollinger, 81, of Harrisonville, MO passed away on Wednesday, October 11, 2023 at her home. No services scheduled at this time. Inurnment was held Tuesday, October17, 2023 at the Peculiar Cemetery in Peculiar, MO.
Alice was born on January 19, 1942 to William and Bertha (Todd) Ridenour in Harrisonville, MO. She graduated...
Shirley Mae Gregory
Oct 9, 2023
Shirley M. Gregory, 86, passed away Monday, October 9, 2023 at Good Samaritan Society in Olathe, Kansas. She was born December 27, 1936 in Mansfield, Arkansas, daughter of Donald and Eloise (Pearce) Chumley. She spent her early years in Mansfield and was a graduate of Mansfield High School.
Shirley was united in marriage to...
Tracy Allan Kissick
Oct 7, 2023
Tracy Allan Kissick, 49, of East Lynne, MO, passed away on Saturday, October 7, 2023 at his home. Funeral service were held on Saturday, October 14, 2023 at the Atkinson Funeral Home in Harrisonville, MO.
Tracy was born July 17, 1974 to Larry Kissick, Sr. and Bridgett (Hanceross) Kissick in Saint Joseph, MO, where...
Fred Lee Young
Oct 5, 2023
Fred L. Young, 78, Harrisonville, MO, passed away Thursday, October 5, 2023 at the family farm in rural Howard County, Missouri. Funeral services were held Monday, October 9, 2023 at the Atkinson Funeral Home in Harrisonville. Burial in Orient Cemetery, Harrisonville. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Heart Association.
Fred was born...
Mary Hanneman
Oct 4, 2023
Mary M. Hanneman, 96, of Belton, MO, formerly of Freeman, MO, passed away Wednesday, October 4, 2023 at Carnegie Village in Belton, MO. Graveside services were held on Wednesday, October 11, 2023 at the Freeman Cemetery in Freeman, MO. Memorial contributions may be made to the Alzheimer's Association.
Mary was born December 16, 1926...
Diane Louise Hopkins
Oct 2, 2023
Diane Louise Hopkins, 82, of Adrian, MO, passed away on Monday, October 2, 2023 at Medicalodge of Butler in Butler, MO. A graveside service was held on Friday, October 6, 2023 at the Hume Cemetery in Hume, MO. Memorial contributions may be made to Hume Cemetery or Promedica Hospice of Butler, MO.
Diane was...
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