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 Harvey Fort
Nov 22, 2025
Ronald "Ron" Harvey Fort, 85, of Louisburg, Kansas, (formerly of West Line, MO) passed away peacefully on Saturday, November 22, 2025, at KC Hospice House in Kansas City, Missouri. Funeral services were held on Saturday, November 29, 2025, at the West Line Christian Church. Following the service, Ron was laid to rest in Glenwild Cemetery in Cleveland, MO....
Mary Lou Bricker
Nov 21, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Mary Lou Bricker, 86, of Pleasant Hill, Missouri, who left this world peacefully on Friday, November 21, 2025, at Pleasant Hill Health & Rehab in Pleasant Hill, MO. Funeral services were held at the Atkinson Funeral Home in Harrisonville, MO, on Tuesday, November 25, 2025. Interment in...
Ramona Marie Simmons
Nov 19, 2025
Ramona "Mona" Marie Simmons, beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully at her home in Raymore, Missouri, on Wednesday, November 19, 2025, at the age of 71. F uneral Services took place on Saturday, November 22, 2025, at the Atkinson Funeral Home in Harrisonville, MO. Interment in Orient Cemetery, Harrisonville, MO. In...
Timothy Carl Crippen
Nov 15, 2025
Timothy Carl Crippen, 64, of Kansas City, Missouri, passed away on Saturday, November 15, 2025, at The Oxford Grand Assisted Living & Memory Care in Kansas City. A Rosary was held Wednesday, November 19, 2025, at 9:00 AM followed by a Memorial Mass at 9:30 AM at St. Andrew the Apostle in Gladstone, MO. Funeral services were held...
George E Poulignot, Jr.
Nov 13, 2025
George E Poulignot Jr., 76, of Harrisonville, Missouri, passed away on Thursday, November 13, 2025 at Crown Care Center in Harrisonville. Per his wishes, no services are scheduled at this time.
Rebecca S. Cameron
Nov 11, 2025
Rebecca Sue Cameron, 76, of Harrisonville, Missouri, passed away on Tuesday, November 11, 2025, at the Kansas City Hospice House in Kansas City, MO. Per her wishes, no services are scheduled.
Becky, as she was affectionately known, was born on May 5, 1949, in Kansas City, MO, to Joseph A. and LaVerne (Allen) Shepherd....
Merrilee June Mickelson
Nov 9, 2025
With deep love and gratitude, we honor the life of Merrilee June Mickelson, who passed peacefully on November 9, 2025, at the remarkable age of 100. Merrilee's life was a tapestry of devotion to her family, unwavering kindness, and a quiet resilience that guided her through a century of change, growth, and meaningful experiences. A funeral service was...
Amanda "Mandy" Naomi Wigginton
Nov 8, 2025
Amanda "Mandy" Naomi Wigginton, 66, of Kingsville, Missouri, passed away on Saturday, November 8, 2025, at her home. A funeral service was held on Friday, November 14, 2025, at the Elm Spring Baptist Church in Kingsville, MO, Interment in Orient Cemetery, Harrisonville, MO.
Mandy was born on May 23, 1959, in Tampa, Florida, to...
Doris Ann Call
Nov 6, 2025
Doris Ann Call, 78, of Urich, Missouri, passed away on Thursday, November 6, 2025, at St. Luke's Hospice House in Kansas City, MO. A memorial visitation was held on Wednesday, November 12, 2025 at the Atkinson Funeral Home in Harrisonville, MO. Memorial contributions are suggested to the American Cancer Society.
Doris was born on...
Robert Milton Lyon
Nov 5, 2025
Robert "Bob" Milton Lyon, 72, of West Line, Missouri, passed away on Wednesday, November 5, 2025, at KC Hospice House in Kansas City, MO. A funeral service was held on Wednesday, November 12, 2025, at the Atkinson Funeral Home in Harrisonville, MO, Interment at Glenwild Cemetery in West Line, MO. Friends and family gathering was held, after the...
Ricky Dale Wright
Nov 4, 2025
Ricky Dale Wright, 62, of Peculiar, Missouri, departed this life on Tuesday, November 4, 2025, at his home with his family by his side. A Celebration of Life will be held on Friday, Nov. 14, 2025 from 8pm to 10pm at The Lumber Co Event Space, 109 E Broadway, Peculiar, MO 64078. Bring your favorite beverage for the...
Linda Lee Wheeler
Nov 4, 2025
Linda Lee Wheeler, 91, of Leawood, Kansas, formerly of Harrisonville, Missouri, died peacefully at Newport House on November 4, 2025.
Born February 17, 1934, in Cooper County, MO, she was the daughter of John David and Huldah Mae (Hurt) Heinrich. Linda grew up in Pilot Grove and graduated from Boonville High School in 1952....
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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...
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