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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.

Maxine "Max" Hackler

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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...

Arthur "Frank" Franklin Gorsage

Arthur "Frank" Franklin Gorsage

Oct 4, 2021

Arthur "Frank" Franklin Gorsage, 68, Freeman, MO, passed away Monday, October 4, 2021 at Cass Regional Medical Center in Harrisonville, MO.  Funeral services were held  Monday, October 11, 2021 at the Atkinson Funeral Home in Harrisonville.   Burial   in Freeman Cemetery, Freeman, MO.

Frank was born October 27, 1952 in Kansas City, MO to Calvin...

Elnora "Ann" Weeks

Elnora "Ann" Weeks

Sep 29, 2021

Elnora "Ann" Weeks, 80, Butler, MO, passed away Wednesday, September 29, 2021 at Bates County Memorial Hospital in Butler, MO. Funeral services were held  Saturday, October 2, 2021 at the Adrian Christian Church in Adrian, MO.  Burial  in Virginia Cemetery, Virginia, MO. Memorial contributions may be made to Show-Me Christian Youth Home or Adrian Christian Church.

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Bobbie Jean Bohannon

Bobbie Jean Bohannon

Sep 29, 2021

Bobbie Jean Bohannon, 98, of Harrisonville, Missouri passed away on Wednesday, September 29, 2021 at St. Luke's East Hospital in Lee's Summit, Missouri. Funeral services were held Saturday, October 9, 2021 at the the Atkinson Funeral Home in Harrisonville, MO.  Interment  in the Urich Cemetery, Urich, Missouri. Memorial contributions are suggested to St. Jude...

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