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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.

William "Bill" Charles Thomas

William "Bill" Charles Thomas

Jan 22, 2021

William "Bill" Charles Thomas, 76, Harrisonville, MO, passed away Friday, January 22, 2021 at Research Medical Center in Kansas City, MO.  Services to be held at a later date.

Bill was born July 9, 1944 in Kansas City, MO, a son of Powell Byron and Mary Elizabeth (Hogan) Thomas.  He had lived in Kansas...

William Alan Grimsley

William Alan Grimsley

Jan 22, 2021

William "Alan" Grimsley, 73, Adrian, MO, passed away Friday, January 22, 2021 at his home surrounded by his family. A memorial visitation was held Tuesday, January 26, 2021 at the Atkinson Funeral Home in Adrian with military honors.   Memorial contributions may be made to Heartland Hospice Care of Butler, Missouri.

Alan was born April...

Eric David James

Eric David James

Jan 21, 2021

Eric David James, 60, of Kansas City, Missouri, went to be with his Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ on Thursday, January 21, 2021 with his wife by his side.  Memorial services celebrating his life were held  Saturday, January 30, 2021 at the Crest Bible Church, 8715 W 49th Terr, Merriam, KS 66203.

Eric was...

Leonard "Lenny" Eugene Lukenbill

Leonard "Lenny" Eugene Lukenbill

Jan 20, 2021

Leonard "Lenny" Eugene Lukenbill, 61, Harrisonville, MO, passed away Wednesday, January 20, 2021 at Golden Years Care Center in Harrisonville, MO.  A private family Celebration of Life will be held at a later date.

Lenny was born March 18, 1959 in Howe, Michigan, a son of Leonard Orville and Alice Mae (Carriger) Lukenbill.  Lenny...

Walter George Heid, Jr.

Walter George Heid, Jr.

Jan 20, 2021

Walter G. Heid, Jr. passed away peacefully January 20, 2021 under the gracious care of Kansas City Hospice House.

Walter was born on August 2, 1932, on a Pleasant Hill, Missouri, farm. He was the son of Alice Elizabeth (Lewis) and Walter G. Heid, Sr. Walter grew up in Pleasant Hill until 1941 and...

Carl E. Osborn

Carl E. Osborn

Jan 20, 2021

Carl E. Osborn, 82, of Archie, MO, passed away Wednesday, January 20, 2021, at his home in Archie.  Funeral services were held  Friday, January 22, 2021 at the Atkinson Funeral Home in Harrisonville, MO.   Burial  in Crescent Hill Cemetery in Adrian, MO. Memorial contributions may be made to Heartland Hospice or Alzheimer's Association.

Carl...

Anthony "Tony" H. Thomas

Anthony "Tony" H. Thomas

Jan 16, 2021

Anthony "Tony" H. Thomas, 77, of Peculiar, MO, passed away peacefully Saturday, January 16, 2021 at his home in Peculiar.  Funeral services were held Tuesday, January 19, 2021 at the Atkinson Funeral Home in Harrisonville.  Burial  in Wills Cemetery in Peculiar.  Contributions may be made to Lewy Body Dementia Association.

Tony was born April...

Peggy Jean Duncan

Peggy Jean Duncan

Jan 16, 2021

Peggy Jean (Hunt) Duncan, 93, Harrisonville, MO, passed away Saturday, January 16, 2021 at Beautiful Savior Home in Belton, MO.  Funeral services were held  Wednesday, January 20, 2021 at the Atkinson Funeral Home in Harrisonville.  Private burial in Orient Cemetery.  In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Harrisonville Animal Shelter.

Peggy...

Linda Frances Roberts

Linda Frances Roberts

Jan 14, 2021

Linda Frances Roberts, 72, of Urbana, Missouri passed away on Thursday, January 14, 2021 at Big Spring Care Center in Humansville, Missouri.  Linda's funeral arrangements: Cremation and a Celebration of Life.

Linda was born on July 16, 1948, the daughter of Kenneth R. Judd and Mildred F. Allred. Linda was united in life and...

Velma Lucille Redwine

Velma Lucille Redwine

Jan 11, 2021

Velma Lucille Redwine, 93, Raymore, MO, passed away Monday, January 11, 2021 at Crown Care Center in Harrisonville, MO.  Graveside services were held  Saturday, January 16, 2021 at the Raymore Cemetery in Raymore.  Memorial contributions may be made to Raymore Lions Club.

Velma was born January 1, 1928 in Kingsville, MO, the youngest daughter...

Donald L. Sutcliffe

Donald L. Sutcliffe

Jan 8, 2021

Don L. Sutcliffe, 76, of Freeman, Missouri passed away Friday, January 8, 2021 at his home in Freeman. Graveside services were held  Wednesday, January 13, 2021 at the Freeman Cemetery, Freeman, MO.  Contributions may be made to the Freeman Baptist Church.

Don was born September 27, 1944 in FT. Scott, Kansas, a son of...

John Lester Wolfe

John Lester Wolfe

Jan 4, 2021

John Lester Wolfe, 65, Adrian, MO, passed away Monday, January 4, 2021 at his home.  Memorial services were held Friday, January 8, 2021 at the Adrian United Methodist Church.

John was born on October 1, 1955 in Butler, Missouri, the eldest son of Joseph Vernon and Isabelle (Gressett) Wolfe.  He had one sister, Debbie...

Barbara Ann Ratcliff

Barbara Ann Ratcliff

Jan 2, 2021

Barbara Ann Ratcliff, 85, of Drexel, MO, passed away on January 2, 2021 at Shawnee Parc in Overland Park, KS after a two-year+ battle with cancer.  A funeral service was held on Saturday, January 23, 2021 at Atkinson Funeral Home in Harrisonville, MO.  Graveside services and burial at the Houstonia Cemetery, Houstonia, MO.

Barbara...

Rosemary M. Fritts

Rosemary M. Fritts

Jan 1, 2021

Rosemary M. Wilson Fritts passed away January 1, 2021 at Adrian Manor Nursing Home at the age of 92.  Private family graveside services were held January 8, 2021.  In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to the Adrian Christian Church, where she has worshipped for many years.

Rosemary was born December 15, 1928,...

Donna Sue Mathes

Donna Sue Mathes

Dec 30, 2020

Donna Sue Mathes, 78, Harrisonville, MO, passed away Wednesday, December 30, 2020 at Cass Regional Medical Center in Harrisonville.  Funeral services were held Monday, January 4, 2021 at the Atkinson Funeral Home in Harrisonville.  Burial in Orient Cemetery, Harrisonville.  Memorial contributions may be made to Visiting Nurse Association, 2009 Plaza Drive, Harrisonville, MO 64701.

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Miriam Elizabeth Burhart

Miriam Elizabeth Burhart

Dec 30, 2020

Miriam Elizabeth (Fuller) Burhart, 87, Adrian, MO, passed on to her eternal reward Wednesday, December 30, 2020 at Foxwood Springs in Raymore, MO.   Graveside services were held Tuesday, January 5, 2021 in Crescent Hill Cemetery, Adrian.   The family requests any contributions, in honor of Miriam's life, be designated to the American Red Cross or the National Kidney Foundation....

Johnny James Paul

Johnny James Paul

Dec 28, 2020

Johnny James Paul, 88, Harrisonville, MO, passed away Monday, December 28, 2020 at the Kansas City Hospice House in Kansas City, MO.  No services are scheduled at this time.  A complete obituary will be posted when information is available.

Calvin David Evans

Calvin David Evans

Dec 28, 2020

Calvin David "Cal" Evans, 83, Kansas City, MO, formerly of Harrisonville, MO, passed away of pneumonia due to Covid-19 on Monday, December 28, 2020 at the VA Medical Center in Kansas City, MO.  Cremation with services at a later date.

Cal was born May 25, 1937 in Kansas City, MO, a son of Robert...

Lloyd Alfred Lawrence, Sr.

Lloyd Alfred Lawrence, Sr.

Dec 27, 2020

Lloyd Alfred Lawrence, Sr., 79, Adrian, MO, passed away Sunday, December 27, 2020 at Adrian Manor in Adrian, MO.  Family services will be held at a later date in Bevier, MO.

Lloyd was born December 21, 1941 in Bevier, MO, a son of John and Elsie Mildred (Riley) Lawrence.

Mary Ellen Bradley

Mary Ellen Bradley

Dec 25, 2020

Mary Ellen Bradley, 82, of Cleveland, Missouri, passed away peacefully Friday, December 25, 2020 at Overland Park Regional Medical Center in Overland Park, Kansas.  Funeral services were held  on Wednesday, December 30, 2020 at the Atkinson Funeral Home in Harrisonville, Missouri, with burial in the Freeman Cemetery, Freeman, MO.   Memorial contributions may be made to Faith Baptist Church,...

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