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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.

Carolyn Irene Unnewehr

Carolyn Irene Unnewehr

Oct 31, 2025

Carolyn Irene Unnewehr, 80, of Harrisonville, Missouri, peacefully passed away on Friday, October 31, 2025, at Crown Care Rehab and Health in Harrisonville, MO. Funeral services were held at the Atkinson Funeral Home in Harrisonville on Friday, November 7, 2025, followed by interment at Freeman Cemetery in Freeman, MO. Memorial contributions are suggestion to the Missouri Conservation Department,...

Marlin Henry Sexton

Marlin Henry Sexton

Oct 27, 2025

Marlin Henry Sexton, 83, of Peculiar, Missouri, passed away on Monday, October 27, 2025 at Menorah Medical Center in Overland Park, Kansas. A memorial service, with military honors, was held  on Thursday, October 30, 2025, at the Atkinson Funeral Home in Harrisonville, MO. Memorial contributions are suggested to the Real Life Assembly Building Fund in Peculiar, MO. ...

William Joseph Dugger

William Joseph Dugger

Oct 27, 2025

William Joseph Dugger, 82, of Kansas City, MO, passed away on Monday, October 27, 2025, at St. Luke's East. A graveside service was held on Tuesday, November 04, 2025, at Crescent Hill Cemetery in Adrian, MO.

William was born on March 30, 1943. He is the son of Coy Joy Dugger and Elsie Mayree...

Peggy Lee Linder

Peggy Lee Linder

Oct 26, 2025

Peggy L. Linder, 91, of Freeman, Missouri, passed away peacefully on Sunday, October 26, 2025 at Golden Years in Harrisonville, MO. Funeral services were held Thursday, October 30, 2025, at the Atkinson Funeral Home in Harrisonville. Burial  in the Freeman Cemetery in Freeman, MO. Memorial contributions may be made to St. Croix Hospice.

Peggy...

Elizabeth Ann Heckman

Elizabeth Ann Heckman

Oct 24, 2025

Elizabeth Ann Heckman, 73, of Harrisonville, Missouri, passed away on Friday, October 24, 2025 at the Olathe Hospice House in Olathe, Kansas. A full obituary will be posted when it becomes available.

Sharyl Elaine Riley

Sharyl Elaine Riley

Oct 23, 2025

Sharyl Elaine Riley, 74, of Adrian, MO, passed away on Thursday, October 23, 2025, at St. Luke's Hospital. A Celebration of Life will be held, Saturday, November 22, 2025, from 3-6 PM at the Adrian United Methodist Church in Adrian, MO.

Sharyl Elaine Riley was born August 12, 1951, to John Roland Burkman and...

Ernest "Ernie" Marble

Ernest "Ernie" Marble

Oct 23, 2025

Ernest "Ernie" Marble, 72, of Harrisonville, Missouri, passed away on Thursday, October 23, 2025, at Cass Regional Medical Center in Harrisonville. A celebration of life will be held at 3:00PM, Saturday, November 8, 2025, at the Dolan-West Dolan Fire Station, 8012 West 8th, Freeman, MO.

Ernie was born on August 24, 1953, in Harrisonville,...

Sharon Nadine Ford

Sharon Nadine Ford

Oct 22, 2025

Sharon N. Ford, 82, of Archie, Missouri, passed away on Wednesday, October 22, 2025 at her home in Archie. Funeral services were held on Monday, October 27, 2025, at the Atkinson Funeral Home in Harrisonville, MO. Burial in Crescent Hill Cemetery, Adrian, MO. Sharon was a huge Royals and Chiefs fan, so Royals and Chiefs gear was suggested...

John Rollin Hiser

John Rollin Hiser

Oct 21, 2025

John Rollin Hiser passed away on Tuesday, October 21, 2025. Per his wishes, no services are scheduled.

John was born on April 30, 1943, in Gassville, AR, to Wilburn and Magnolia (Davenport) Hiser. He grew up in Archie, MO, and graduated from Archie High School in 1961. John was a decorated veteran of the...

Jaxon Ray Bechtel

Jaxon Ray Bechtel

Oct 20, 2025

It is with profound sadness that we announce the untimely passing of Jaxon Ray Bechtel, age 18, of Harrisonville, Missouri, who left this world on Monday, October 20, 2025, as a result of a tragic accident. Family and friends gathered for a Blue & White Celebration to honor Jaxon's life at the Harrisonville High School Stadium on Saturday,...

Michael Wayne Hilliard

Michael Wayne Hilliard

Oct 17, 2025

Michael Wayne Hilliard, 64, of Kansas City, Missouri, passed away peacefully on Friday, October 17, 2025, at his home. A memorial visitation was held on Tuesday, October 21, 2025, at  the Atkinson Funeral Home in Harrisonville, MO.

Born on June 14, 1961, in Lake Charles, Louisiana, to Henry and Shirley (Moon) Hilliard, Michael lived...

Kevin Dean Curtright

Kevin Dean Curtright

Oct 14, 2025

Kevin Dean Curtright, 67, of Merriam, Kansas, passed away on Tuesday, October 14, 2025, in his sleep at home in Merriam, KS. Graveside services will be held on Saturday, November 1, 2025, at 11:00 AM at Crescent Hill Cemetery, 14458 NW County Rd, 1001, Adrian, MO. Memorial contributions can be made to Catholic Charities.

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Jackie "Jack" Plummer Day

Jackie "Jack" Plummer Day

Oct 14, 2025

Jackie "Jack" Plummer Day, 85, of Olathe, Kansas, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, October 14, 2025. His wishes were to be cremated, no services scheduled at this time. Inurnment will take place in Olathe Memorial Cemetery.

Jack was born on August 26, 1940, in Celt, Missouri, to Daniel and Edith (Wilson) Day. He grew...

Gary "Doug" Douglas Knox

Gary "Doug" Douglas Knox

Oct 10, 2025

Gary Douglas Knox, 62, or just Doug, as he was known to friends and family, passed away on Friday, October 10, 2025, after a courageous battle against cancer. As per his request, cremation with no services scheduled at this time; but, the family asks that you honor him in the method of your choice. Donations may be made...

Cynthia "Cindy" Ann Mark

Cynthia "Cindy" Ann Mark

Oct 9, 2025

Cynthia "Cindy" Ann Mark, 60, of Harrisonville, Missouri, passed away on Thursday, October 9, 2025, at Crown Care Center in Harrisonville, MO. A Celebration of Life visitation was held  Monday, October 20, 2025, at the Atkinson Funeral Home in Harrisonville.

Born on May 25, 1965, in Harrisonville, MO, Cindy was the daughter of Ronald...

David Thomas Rediske

David Thomas Rediske

Oct 9, 2025

David Thomas Rediske, 64, of Kansas City, Missouri, passed away peacefully on Thursday, October 9, 2025, at Christian Hospital in St. Louis, MO. A Memorial Visitation was held on Saturday, November 1, 2025, at the Atkinson Funeral Home in Harrisonville, MO.

Born on February 23, 1961, in Waverly, Iowa, David was the son of...

Lenora Maxine Downey

Lenora Maxine Downey

Oct 6, 2025

Lenora 'Maxine' Downey, 94, of Kansas City, Missouri, passed away on Monday, October 6, 2025, at Galway Homes in Kansas City, MO. A graveside service was held on Thursday, October 9, 2025,  at Crescent Hill Cemetery in Adrian, MO. Memorial contributions can be made to Galway Homes.

Maxine was born on January 27, 1931,...

Billy Jack Hughes

Billy Jack Hughes

Oct 4, 2025

Billy "Bill" J. Hughes, 87,  Harrisonville, Missouri, passed away on Saturday, October 4, 2025, at Kansas City Hospice House in Kansas City, MO. A memorial service, with military honors, was held on Wednesday, October 8, 2025, at the Atkinson Funeral Home in Harrisonville. Contributions are suggested to the Kansas City Hospice House.

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Harold Dean Day

Harold Dean Day

Oct 3, 2025

Harold Dean Day was born on Thanksgiving Day, November 27, 1930, in Austin, Missouri, the 6th child of Melvin Cyrus Day and Edna Orilla Lancaster Day. Upon arrival, he was greeted by older sisters, Marie, Goldie, and Anna May, and big brothers, Aubrey and Bobby. Like so many others who made their way farming, Harold had a big...

Gunner Gordon Lee

Gunner Gordon Lee

Oct 2, 2025

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Gunner Gordon Lee, who left this world too soon at the young age of 20 on Thursday, October 2, 2025, due to a tragic accident in Platte County, Missouri. Friends and family were invited to celebrate Gunner's vibrant spirit at a visitation at  the Atkinson Funeral Home...

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