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.
Elbie Allen Ball
Nov 3, 2021
Elbie Allen Ball, 88, Archie, MO, passed away Wednesday, November 3, 2021 at Cass Regional Medical Center in Harrisonville, MO. A memorial visitation was held Monday, November 8, 2021 at the Atkinson Funeral Home in Harrisonville.
Elbie was born April 5, 1933 in Osceola, MO, a son of Willie Collins and Bessie Ball. He...
Andrew "Andy" Mahlon Kinzinger, Iii
Nov 1, 2021
Andrew "Andy" Mahlon Kinzinger, III, 46, Harrisonville, MO, passed away Monday, November 1, 2021 at St. Luke's of Kansas City in Kansas City, MO. No services are scheduled.
Andy was born May 8, 1975 in West Chester, PA, a son of Andrew Mahon and Avida Mae (Ross) Kinzinger, Jr. Andy was a 1993 graduate...
Forest "Lyle" Osburn
Nov 1, 2021
Forest "Lyle" Osburn, 90, of Harrisonvillle, MO, passed away Monday, November 1, 2021 at the Kansas City Hospice House in Kansas City, MO. Memorial services, with military honors, were held Friday, November 12, 2021 at the Atkinson Funeral Home in Harrisonville, MO. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Legion Post 42, Harrisonville, MO.
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Maxine "Max" Hackler
Oct 31, 2021
Alice Maxine "Max" Hackler, 89, of Drexel, Missouri, was restored to health when she was called home to Heaven on Sunday, October 31, 2021. Funeral services were held Saturday, November 6, 2021 at the Atkinson Funeral Home in Harrisonville, MO. Burial in the Everett Cemetery, Archie, MO. Contributions may be made to the Everett Cemetery, Drexel School Foundation,...
Joselynn Breannah Leach
Oct 31, 2021
Joselynn Breannah Leach, 21, Raytown, MO, passed away Sunday, October 31, 2021 at Research Medical Center in Kansas City, MO. A memorial service was held Thursday, November 4, 2021 at the Atkinson Funeral Home in Harrisonville, MO.
Joselynn was born August 22, 2000 in Ft. Campbell, Kentucky, a daughter of Stephen Jonathan Leach and...
Lemul Junior Riley
Oct 31, 2021
Lemul "Junior" Riley, 72, Adrian, MO, departed this earth Sunday, October 31, 2021, in his home with his beloved wife of 50 years. A Celebration of Life will be held at 2:00 p.m. Saturday, November 13, 2021 at the First Baptist Church Fellowship Hall in Adrian, (auxiliary building next to church). In lieu of flowers, the family asks...
Barry Andrew Beall
Oct 30, 2021
Barry Andrew Beall, 63, passed away on Saturday, October 30 th , 2021. A visitation was held November 6 th , 2021 at the Atkinson Funeral Home, Harrisonville, MO. A Celebration of Life will be held in the Summer of 2022. Memorial donations, in lieu of flowers, are suggested to MusiCares, www.musicares.org/donations .
Barry...
Joyce Arlene Runyon
Oct 29, 2021
Joyce A. Runyon, 85, Adrian, Missouri, passed away Friday October 29, 2021 at her home. Funeral Services were Thursday, November 4, 2021 at the Atkinson Funeral Home in Harrisonville, MO. Burial at the Belton Cemetery in Belton, MO.
Joyce was born December 10, 1935 in Stilwell, KS, a daughter of Alva and Fannie Grace...
James "Jimmy" Stanley Leister
Oct 24, 2021
James "Jimmy" Leister, 57, of Amsterdam, Missouri, passed away on Sunday, October 24, 2021 at the Butler Center Nursing and Rehab in Butler, MO. A Masonic service was held on Monday, November 1, 2021 at the Atkinson Funeral Home in Adrian, MO, with a memorial service after. Memorial contributions may be made to the family.
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Kevin Dean Weeks
Oct 23, 2021
Kevin Dean Weeks, 59, Peculiar, MO, passed away Saturday, October 23, 2021 at his home in Peculiar. Funeral services were held October 29, 2021 at the Atkinson Funeral Home in Adrian, MO. Burial in Crescent Hill Cemetery in Adrian.
Kevin was born November 21, 1961 in Kansas City, MO, a son of Danny R....
Donna Sue Kendrick
Oct 23, 2021
Donna Sue Kendrick, 81, Archie, MO, passed away Saturday, October 23, 2021 at Wellsville Retirement Community in Wellsville, KS. Funeral services were held October 28, 2021 at the Atkinson Funeral Home in Harrisonville, MO. Burial in Crescent Hill Cemetery in Adrian, MO. Memorial contributions may be made to the Harrisonville Animal Shelter.
Donna Sue...
Mildred B. Roth
Oct 20, 2021
Mildred B. Roth, 102, a longtime resident of rural Harrisonville, Missouri, passed away on Wednesday, October 20, 2021 at Golden Years in Harrisonville. Memorial services were held Wednesday, October 27, 2021 at the Atkinson Funeral Home in Harrisonville. Memorial contributions may be made to the First Christian Church, Harrisonville.
Mildred was born September 30,...
Ruth Ann Cordell
Oct 20, 2021
Ruth Ann (Emery) Cordell, 71, Clinton, MO, passed away Wednesday, October 20, 2021 at her home in Clinton. No services are scheduled at this time.
Ruth Ann was born November 23, 1949 in Iowa City, IA, a daughter of Virgil O. and Darlene M. (Camp) Emery. She married John Wayne Cordell, Sr. on October...
Betty Jean Smith
Oct 18, 2021
Betty Jean Smith, 91, Adrian, MO, passed away Monday, October 18, 2021 at her home in Adrian. Funeral services were held Friday, October 22, 2021 at the Atkinson Funeral Home in Adrian, MO. Burial in Crescent Hill Cemetery, Adrian. Memorial contributions may be made to Harmony Mission DAR Leta Wagy Scholarship Fund.
Betty Jean...
Anna Marie Good
Oct 15, 2021
A nna Marie Good, 84, Pleasant Hill, MO, passed away Friday, October 15, 2021 at Carnegie Village in Belton, MO. No services are scheduled. Memorial contributions may be made to St. Croix Hospice or St. Jude Children's Research Hospital.
Anna was born August 13, 1937 at home in...
Robert Arlin Vaughn
Oct 13, 2021
Robert Arlin Vaughn, 86, Adrian, MO, went to be with his Lord and Savior on Wednesday, October 13, 2021 at the Medicalodge of Butler in Butler, MO, surrounded by his daughters. Funeral services were held Wednesday, October 20, 2021 at the Atkinson Funeral Home in Adrian, MO. Burial in Crescent Hill Cemetery, Adrian, MO. Memorial contributions may be...
Carol "Susie" Sue Price
Oct 11, 2021
Carol Sue "Susie" (Bailey) Price, 82, Pleasant Hill, MO, passed away Monday, October 11, 2021 at her home. Graveside services were held Monday, October 18, 2021 at the Orient Cemetery in Harrisonville MO. The family suggests memorial contributions be made to the Missouri Association of State Troopers Emergency Relief Society "The Masters" themastersmo.org .
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John Leroy Edmiston
Oct 10, 2021
John Leroy Edmiston, 82, Adrian, MO, passed away Sunday, October 10, 2021 at the Medicalodge of Butler in Butler, MO. Funeral services were held Thursday, October 14, 2021 at the Adrian Optimist Building in Adrian, MO. Burial in Crescent Hill Cemetery, Adrian. Memorial contributions may be made to the Adrian Optimist Club.
John was...
Keith Eric Kunkelman
Oct 10, 2021
Keith Eric Kunkelman, 61, Adrian, MO, passed away Sunday, October 10, 2021 at KU Medical Center in Kansas City, KS. Memorial services were held Saturday, October 16, 2021 at the Atkinson Funeral Home in Adrian. Memorial contributions may be made to Wounded Warriors.
Keith was born July 1, 1960 in Kansas City, MO, a...
Linda Ruth Long
Oct 10, 2021
Linda Ruth (Miller) Long, 73, of Harrisonville, Missouri, passed away Sunday, October 10, 2021 peacefully with her family by her side. Funeral services were held Saturday, October 16, 2021 at the Atkinson Funeral Home in Harrisonville. Burial in Orient Cemetery, Harrisonville, MO.
Linda was born to parents Paul V. and Alva Marie Miller on...
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