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.
Anna Lou Nicholls
Apr 1, 2025
Anna Lou Nicholls, 94, of Harrisonville, MO, passed away on Tuesday, April 1, 2025 at Cass Regional Medical Center in Harrisonville, MO. Funeral services were held on Monday, April 21, 2025 at the Atkinson Funeral Home in Harrisonville, MO. Interment in Orient Cemetery, Harrisonville, MO. Memorial contributions are suggested to Community of Christ Church in Harrisonville.
...Joann L. Mitchell
Mar 28, 2025
JoAnn Mitchell, 83, of Cleveland, Missouri, passed away peacefully Friday, March 28, 2025, surrounded by her family, at the Louisburg Healthcare and Rehab Center in Louisburg, Kansas. She was born September 7, 1941 in Kansas City, MO, a daughter of James B. and Anna Louise (Lutz) Chaffin. She had lived in the Cleveland area most of her life....
James Edward Seals
Mar 22, 2025
James Edward Seals, 56, of Harrisonville, Missouri, formerly of Omaha, NE, passed away on Saturday, March 22, 2025 at Golden Years Nursing Home & Rehab in Harrisonville, MO. Services will be held at a later date in Omaha, NE.
Jason Scott Kunkelman
Mar 21, 2025
Jason Scott Kunkelman, 48, of Adrian, Missouri passed away on Friday, March 21, 2025 at Centerpoint Medical Center in Independence, Missouri.
Jason was born July 20, 1976 in Kansas City Missouri and was the eldest of 2 children that Larry Kunkelman and Bonnie (Scott) Kunkelman raised. He grew up and attended Adrian High School...
Lorna Fay Eisel
Mar 21, 2025
Lorna Fay Eisel, 92, of Pleasant Hill, Missouri, passed away Friday, March 21, 2025 at St. Luke's Hospital in Lee's Summit, MO. Funeral services were held on March 26, 2025 at the Atkinson Funeral Home in Harrisonville, MO. Interment followed in Orient Cemetery in Harrisonville. The family suggests memorial contributions to the Amazing Grace Lutheran Church in Pleasant...
Patricia "Pati" Joanne Bowes
Mar 21, 2025
Patricia "Pati" Joanne (Hillman) Bowes, 74, of Peculiar, Missouri, passed away in her home on Friday, March 21, 2025 surrounded by her children and grandchildren. Per her request, no services will be held. For those wishing to pay respects, her headstone can be found at Glenwild Cemetery in Cleveland, MO. In lieu of flowers, we ask that you...
Billie Sue Ritchey
Mar 21, 2025
Billie Sue Ritchey, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away peacefully at the age of 54 on March 21, 2025, at the KC Hospice House, surrounded by her loving husband and children. Born on April 13, 1970, in Kansas City, Missouri, Billie brought light and warmth to all those around her with her kind and nurturing...
Mary F. Parker
Mar 20, 2025
Mary Frances Parker, 89, of Harrisonville, Missouri, departed this life at Research Medical Center in Kansas City, Missouri on March 20, 2025, surrounded by the love of her family. A memorial graveside service was held at Wills Cemetery in Peculiar, MO on Friday, March 28. The family suggests memorial contributions to the Shepherd's Staff Food Pantry.
...Paula Marie Wood
Mar 16, 2025
Paula Marie Wood, 66, of Lee's Summit, Missouri, departed this world on Sunday, March 16, 2025, at Lee's Summit Medical Center in Lee's Summit, MO. She was a beloved mother, sister, grandmother, and friend whose spirit will be cherished by those who knew her. She wanted a party, so please join us for a Celebration of Life open...
Steven Lee Barnard, Sr.
Mar 14, 2025
Steven Lee Barnard Sr., a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend, passed away peacefully on Friday, March 14, 2025, at the age of 68, at his home surrounded by family. A celebration of Steven's life was held on Saturday, March 22, 2025, at the Atkinson Funeral Home in Harrisonville, MO. Memorial contributions are suggested to American Cancer Society....
Lesa A. Gorman
Mar 14, 2025
Lesa Arlene Gorman, 66, of Freeman, Missouri, passed away on Friday, March 14, 2025, at Mosaic Life Care Hospital in St. Joseph, MO. Funeral services were held on Thursday, March 20, 2025 at the Atkinson Funeral Home in Harrisonville, MO. Inurnment at Freeman Cemetery at a later date.
Born on April 17, 1958, in...
James Andrew Phillips
Mar 14, 2025
James Andrew Phillips, 60, of Kansas City, Missouri, passed away on Friday morning, March 14, 2025, surrounded by his loving family. A service celebrating James's life was held on Tuesday, March 18, 2025 at Atkinson Funeral Home in Harrisonville, MO.
James was born on June 12, 1964. He was a painter by trade and...
Susan Lynne Mitchell
Mar 13, 2025
Susan Lynne Mitchell, 72, of Peculiar, MO, passed away on Thursday, March 13, 2025 at her home. Private interment will take place at Peculiar Cemetery in Peculiar, MO. A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date.
A complete obituary will be posted when it is available.
Edgar Alan Houchen
Mar 12, 2025
Edgar "Ed" Alan Houchen, 84, of Archie, Missouri, left this world peacefully on Wednesday, March 12, 2025, at KC Hospice House in Kansas City, MO. Funeral services were held on Saturday, March 15, 2025, at the Atkinson Funeral Home in Harrisonville, MO. Interment in Crescent Hill Cemetery, Adrian, Missouri. Memorial donations are suggested to KC Hospice house in...
Teddy Lee Pruden
Mar 12, 2025
Teddy "Ted" Lee Pruden Jr., 74, of Gonzales, Texas, passed away on Wednesday, March 12, 2025. A visitation was held Friday, March 21, 2025 at the Atkinson Funeral Home in Adrian, Missouri with a graveside and interment at the Crescent Hill Cemetery in Adrian,MO.
Ted was born January 20, 1951, to Teddy Lee Pruden...
Gary Lee Nevils
Mar 11, 2025
Gary Lee Nevils, 71, of Harrisonville, Missouri, passed away on Tuesday, March 11, 2025 at his home. He affected the lives of everyone he knew and will be very deeply missed. There will be no services but please remember him within your hearts because that is the celebration he deserves.
Gary was born the...
Luann Kay Noss
Mar 10, 2025
Luann Kay Noss, 70, of Amsterdam, Missouri, formerly of Phoenix, AZ, passed away on Monday, March 10, 2025, at her home. Luann was born January 6, 1955, to James Swenson and Alice Chandler in Minnesota. She married Thomas W. Noss in Phoenix, AZ. They soon moved to Idaho Falls, Idaho, for Thomas's work. She...
Charles "Rick" Richard Moody
Mar 5, 2025
Charles "Rick" Richard Moody, a cherished husband, father, grandfather, and friend, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, March 5, 2025, at his home, at the age of 77. A memorial service was held on Friday, March 14, 2025, at the Atkinson Funeral Home in Harrisonville, where family and friends gathered to honor and remember this extraordinary man. Inurnment at...
Earl Daniel Brown
Mar 5, 2025
Earl Daniel "Danny" Brown, 72, of Harrisonville, Missouri, departed from this world on Wednesday, March 5, 2025 at Cass Regional Medical Center in Harrisonville, MO. Family and friends gathered for a Celebration of Life on Saturday, March 22, 2025 at VFW #4409 in Harrisonville.
Born in Oak Grove, MO, and raised in Lee's Summit,...
John Robert Davis
Mar 1, 2025
John Robert Davis, affectionately known as "Lil John" to friends and family, left this world on Saturday, March 1, 2025, at the age of 70. A visitation to honor John's life and memory was held at the Atkinson Funeral Home in Harrisonville, MO, on Thursday, March 13, 2025.
Born on February 20, 1955, in...
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