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.
Clora Fae Jones
Jan 25, 2019
Clora "Fae" Jones 69, Harrisonville, MO died Friday, January 25, 2019 at Research Medical Center in Kansas City, MO. A memorial service was held Wednesday, January 30, 2019 at the Atkinson Funeral Home in Harrisonville.
Fae was born July 19, 1949 in Stella, MO, a daughter of Thurman and Ethel (Shockley) Goodnight. She was a lifelong Cass...
Robert "Bob" Lyle O'Neall
Jan 22, 2019
Robert "Bob" Lyle O'Neall, 89, Peculiar, MO, died Tuesday, January 22, 2019 at John Knox Village House in Lee's Summit, MO. Memorial services were held Friday, January 25 at the First Baptist Church in Peculiar.
Bob was born October 31, 1929 in Murray, IA, the son of Peter J. and Cora Lorraine (McCarty) O'Neall. He married Judy...
Beverly (Lochner) J. Tarpenning
Jan 21, 2019
Beverly (Lochner) Tarpenning, 82, Raymore, MO, died Monday, January 21, 2019 at Redwood of Raymore in Raymore. Services to be held at a later date.
Beverly was born March 16, 1936 in Welda, KS, the daughter of Clifford and Effie (Cromwell) Gaunt. She had lived in Belton, MO before moving to Raymore. She was a homemaker.
...Charles Wayne Riley
Jan 21, 2019
Charles Wayne Riley, 70, Gunn City, MO, died Monday, January 21, 2019 at home. No services scheduled at this time.
Charles was born November 27, 1948 in Clinton, MO, the son of Clarence W. and Eula Jean (Stoneking) Riley. He married Roberta Ilene Hix on August 13, 1982 in Clinton. Charles had lived in Clinton before moving...
Dr. Robert L. Wheeler
Jan 20, 2019
Dr. Robert L. Wheeler, 89, died Sunday, January 20, 2019 at Waveny Park House in Overland Park, KS. Memorial services were held Saturday, February 23, 2019 at the Atkinson Funeral Home in Harrisonville, MO. Memorial contributions may be made to American Cancer Society or to ASPCA.
Dr. Wheeler was born March 12, 1929 in Detroit, MI, the...
Karen Burgin
Jan 10, 2019
Karen Burgin, 72, Harrisonville, MO, died Thursday, January 10, 2019, at Crown Care Center in Harrisonville. Graveside services were held Monday, January 14, 2019 at Orient Cemetery in Harrisonville.
Karen was born September 23, 1946 in Bloomfield, KY, a daughter of James Mitchell and Juanita Amos. She was a graduate of Bloomfield High School and attended Watterson...
Margaret Elizabeth Smith
Jan 8, 2019
Margaret Elizabeth Smith, 103, Harrisonville, Missouri died Tuesday, January 8, 2019 in Harrisonville. Funeral services were held Friday, January 11, 2019 at the Atkinson Funeral Home in Harrisonville. Burial in Orient Cemetery, Harrisonville. The family suggests contributions to the American Heart Association.
Margaret was born March 20, 1915, in Jasper, MO, a daughter of Frederick and Alta...
Norma Gene Smith
Jan 6, 2019
Norma Gene Smith, 55, East Lynne, MO, died Sunday, January 6, 2019 at Research Medical Center in Kansas City, MO. A Celebration of Life was held Thursday, January 10, 2019 at the Atkinson Funeral Home in Harrisonville, MO.
Norma was born October 27, 1963 in Festus, MO, a daughter of...
Kenton Eiffert
Jan 6, 2019
Kenton Eiffert died Sunday, January 6, 2019. Services were held January 9, 2019. Donations may be made to the ALS Association, St. Louis Regional Chapter (alsa.org)
Kenton was born in Harrisonville, Missouri on October 5, 1957, to Leon and Beverly Eiffert, joining sisters Debbie and Lee Anne. Living on Bird Street, he loved the neighborhood kids and...
Shirley Jean Crook
Jan 5, 2019
Shirley Jean Crook, 79, Adrian, MO, died Saturday, January 5, 2019 at Adrian Manor in Adrian. Graveside services were held at Carpenter Cemetery in Chilhowee, MO. Memorial contributions may be made to Serenity Care Hospice.
Shirley was born February 14, 1939 in Leeton, MO, a daughter of Clarence and Sylvia (Current) Stewart. She married Robert Leroy Crook...
Doris Mae Graef
Jan 5, 2019
Doris Mae Graef, 82, Harrisonville, MO, died Saturday, January 5, 2019 in Harrisonville, due to a car accident. Funeral services were held Saturday, January 12, 2019 at the Atkinson Funeral Home in Harrisonville. Burial will be held at Norris Cemetery in Hartwell, MO.
Doris was born May 8, 1936 in Hartwell, MO, a daughter of Walphia and...
Betty Lucille Street
Jan 4, 2019
Betty L. Street, 96, Harrisonville, Missouri passed away Friday, January 4, 2019 at Medicalodge of Butler, Butler, MO. Funeral services were held Tuesday, January 8, 2019 at the Atkinson Funeral Home in Harrisonville. Burial will follow in Oakland Cemetery, Harrisonville.
Betty was born December 2, 1922 in Warrensburg, MO. a daughter of William Eugene and Lucille Beatrice...
Rosie Lee Laforte
Jan 3, 2019
Rosie Lee LaForte, 85, Adrian, Missouri passed away Thursday, January 3, 2019 at Adrian Manor in Adrian, MO. Funeral services were held Tuesday, January 8, 2019 at the Atkinson Funeral Home in Adrian. Burial in Crescent Hill Cemetery, Adrian.
Rosie Lee and Ruby May were born January 29, 1933 in Adrian, MO, two of five children of...
Lucy Virginia Justice
Jan 2, 2019
Lucy Virginia Justice, 93, Adrian, MO, died Wednesday, January 2, 2019 at Adrian Manor in Adrian. The family received friends Monday, January 7, 2019 at the Atkinson Funeral Home in Archie. Burial in Crescent Hill Cemetery, Adrian, MO. The family requests memorial contributions be made to Crossroads Hospice.
Lucy was born November 19, 1925 in Dayton, MO,...
Doris Ann Danforth
Jan 1, 2019
Doris Ann Danforth, 82, Harrisonville, MO, died Tuesday, January 1, 2019 at Crown Care Center in Harrisonville. Funeral services were held Monday, January 7, 2019 at the Atkinson Funeral Home in Harrisonville. Burial in Orient Cemetery, Harrisonville. Memorial contributions may be made to St. Jude Children's Hospital.
Doris was born October 31, 1936 in Archie, MO, a...
Sharon Lee Wallace
Dec 31, 2018
Sharon Lee (Harper) Wallace, 76, Smithville, MO, formerly of Harrisonville, MO, died Monday, December 31, 2018 at Smithville Living Center in Smithville, MO. A Celebration of Life was held at 11:00 a.m. Saturday, January 26, 2019 at the Pleasant Valley Baptist Church, 1600 MO-291, Liberty, MO 64068. The family suggests everyone wear bright colors due to Sharon's love of...
Lena Marie Sollars Cross
Dec 31, 2018
Lena Sollars Cross, 81, Appleton City, MO, formerly of Adrian, MO, died Monday, December 31, 2018, at her home surrounded by family. Funeral services were held Friday, January 4, 2019, at the Atkinson Funeral Home in Adrian with burial in Crescent Hill Cemetery, Adrian. Memorial contributions may be made to the Ellett Memorial Hospital Foundation of Appleton City or...
Thomas Matthew Timme
Dec 29, 2018
Thomas Matthew Timme, 59, Harrisonville, MO, passed away Saturday, December 29, 2018, at his home. Funeral services were held Friday, January 4, 2019 at the Atkinson Funeral Home in Harrisonville. Contributions to Pancreatic Cancer Action Network. Matt was born February 7, 1959 in Harrisonville, the son of William and Esther (Brabble) Timme. He grew up in the Harrisonville area...
Karen Denise Miller
Dec 29, 2018
Karen Denise (Knox) Miller departed this life on December 29, 2018, surrounded by her loving family. Funeral services were held Saturday, January 5, 2019 at the Atkinson Funeral Home in Harrisonville. Burial in Pleasant Hill Cemetery, Pleasant Hill, MO. Memorial contributions may be made to the Pleasant Hill United Methodist Church Memorial Fund.
Karen was born August...
Karen F. Aman
Dec 28, 2018
Karen F. Aman, 79, Harrisonville, Missouri died December 28, 2018 in Harrisonville. No services are scheduled at this time.
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