Monthly Archive

The Adrian Optimist Club is preparing for the annual Adrian Independence Day Celebration to take place on Saturday, July 4. There will be plenty of activities for everyone.

The full day of family fun begins at 10:30 a.m. with the popular and patriotic parade down Main Street that eventually ends at the Adrian City Park where food, fun and the major activities will take place.

Betty Ann Bailey, President of the Adrian Lions Club, presented Cecil DePriest with the Lions of the Year award on Monday, June 22.

The 2009-2010 Lions Club officers were installed on Monday, June 22 by Tom Rayfield of Belton, Incoming District Governor of 26M-5. Front row, left to right: Eleanor Stutzman, Secretary; Lila Gunn, Assistant Treasurer; Ken Newsome, President; Kyla Pierce, Lion Tamer; and Sue Miller, 2nd Year Director. Back row, left to right: Tom Rayfield; Derek Pierce, 2nd Vice President; Betty Ann Bailey, Immediate Past President; Don Trinkle, 2nd Year Director; Tom Stutzman, 1st Vice President.

The American Red Cross Bloodmobile will be in Adrian, Tuesday, July 14, from 1pm to 6pm at the Adrian Optimist Building.
They are having a Student Promotional “Make a Donation on Your Vacation.” Following are rules and regulations:

The Adrian Chamber of Commerce’s featured business for June is Studio 201 Salon and Tanning Shop. The business, located at 201 South Old 71 Highway, has been at that location since it opened in February of this year. It was formerly Harla’s Hair and Tan on Main Street.

Arnie & Martha Drendel of Leeton, MO are pleased to announce the engagement of their daughter Kristin Drendel to William Engelhardt, son of Steve & Elaine Engelhardt of Ballard, MO. Kristin graduated from UCM in 2004. She is now a teacher and coach at Leeton R-10. Will graduated from State Fair Community College in 2001. He is now at Hartzlers Equipment Company. They are planning a September wedding on the family farm in Ballard.

“CNA’s (Certified Nursing Assistants) are the “backbone” of our industry” stated Adrian Manor Administrator Fredrickson, “And to them our sincere gratitude is truly extended.” They were recognized last week at our facility with a variety of fun-filled events not the least of which a flowing chocolate fondue fountain was provided by Dina Fredrickson on Wednesday, June 17th. CMT’s (Certified Medication Technicians) and RA’s (Restorative Aides) have also been and/or still are C.N.As.

The Adrian Manor Bake Sale held on June 20, 2009 at Adrian Manor was a huge success raising approximately $1,600.00 total to be applied to the purchase of patio furniture for the residents. Pictured are the judges, Thelma Six, Anna Lee James, Carol Gregg and Dollie Benz. Appreciation goes to all who donated and participated, making this quickly planned event a success. Also appreciation to the brave volunteers who had the difficult task of judging the pie contest.

Adrian Summer School students have completed the third week of “Under the Sea.” Pictured are the winners for Week 3.

Right: Kindergarten through 2nd grade Summer school prize winners were: Row 1 - Hayley Dwyer, Breanna Durbin, Bailey Greer, Madison Gray, Daniel Shatto, Lucas Rowe, Jordyn Bays, Evy Keating, Dayton Moreno, Kendal Wimsatt, Luke Guss. Row 2 - Jessica Dwyer, Jessie Murray, Cindy Rusow, Mary Wood, Mayci Cunningham, Micah Meade, Abbie Johnson, Kyler Six, Ryan Glaser, Emma Ferguson, Kellen Preston, David Dwyer.

Over 1100 FFA members from 110 Missouri High Schools had the opportunity to learn how to become effective leaders at the 65th annual Missouri FFA State Leadership Camp. This year’s six weekly camping sessions were held between June 1st and July 10th.
Nine members of the Adrian FFA Chapter attended camp the week of June 15th through the 19th. They participated in activities such as trapshooting, disking, water skiing, and leadership workshops.

85 high school juniors participated in Missouri’s forty-sixth annual Missouri Electric Youth Tour to Washington, D.C. June 12-18. Local delegates were (from left to right): Brandy White and Tyler Britt, both from Adrian. They were sponsored by Osage Valley Electric Cooperative, Butler.

On June 12, 13, and 14 the Youth Hunter Education Challenge (YHEC) state contest took place at the United Sportsman’s Club in Jefferson City, MO. Conrad Walley (back row, far right) Shoots with the Pioneer Gun Club of Holden, MO. And his team placed second in the Jr. Division. Shooting events for YHEC are Black powder rifle, 22, rifle, archery and shotgun. Brain games events are hunter responsibility, Orienteering, wildlife ID and hunter safety trail. Individually Conrad tied for first in black powder, received third place in 22 rifle and was sixth overall in the Jr. Division.

Right: Severe storms roared through Adrian and Drexel late Monday night causing extensive tree and property damage. A large portion of the Kansas City area was affected by high winds and hail. The storm was responsible for power outages, wind damage and flooding concerns for Adrian and the surrounding communities. In Drexel, reports of buildings, downed power lines, and uprooted trees were prevalent. Basic services such as power, and telephone were interrupted. Emergency response crews were proactively checking elderly and homes where the worst damage had occured.

Adrian City Council members cut the ribbon to kickoff the celebration of a new and improved water system in Adrian.

Right: Mark Griffith, Public Works Director, gave tours of the new water plant. Pictured is Adrian Manor Administrator Doug Fredrickson (right), who listens to an explanation from Mark (left) about the high service pumps that pump water for the in-town water towers.

By SHARON KIESEL

The Western Missouri Antique Tractor and Machinery Association members are busy at Frontier Village, preparing for their 31st Annual Steam and Gas Engine Show, to be held Friday June 26 through Sunday June 28.
Here are just few things to expect with this popular event (read the Adrian Journal for complete details):
*International Harvester and Farmall tractors and related implements and equipment as well as the Cub Cadet garden tractors and other garden tractors;
*Miniature horse pull and Kids Pedal Tractor Pull;

The Adrian Lions Club presented a check for $2,000 to help advance the construction of the heliport for Life Flight landings. Lion member Steve Oldfield, left, made the presentation to Jack Wagner, right.

In honor of the 50th Wedding Anniversary of Charles J. Olson & Virginia Gish Olson, their children and grandchildren request the pleasure of your company at a reception on Sunday, June 28 from 2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. at Heart of Life, First Baptist Church, 96 Old 7 Hwy, Garden City, Missouri.

Mr. & Mrs. Delbert Wright celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary on the May 23, 2009. A reception was held in their honor on May 31st, 2009 at the Adrian Optimist Club Center. They appreciate all who attended and made this day memorable.

Five residents at the Adrian Manor celebrated their birthdays this month. Pictured left to right: Jewell Gillogly, Callie Bartholomew, Anne Lister and Maxine Ritter. Not pictured: Mary Davis.

Debbie Moles was the lucky winner of the Computers 4-U jelly bean guessing contest. Debbie won an Alpha-400 Notebook laptop. She guessed a total of 845 jelly beans. The actual number was 869. Presenting her prize is owner Dale Bishop.

Summer School students have completed the second week of “Under the Sea.” Pictured are the winners for Week 2.

Right: Prize winners for middle school were: Seated, Jimmy McDonald, Tori Adams, Jeremy Dryden, Ryland Howard, and Tracy Helms. Standing - Kaili McCarl, Katelyn Pugh, Brenton Greer, Matthew Wright, Hayley Underwood, Justin McDonald, Lydia Reynolds, Trevor Sanders, Kelsey Zismer, and Nick McCoy.
Far right: High school prize winners were: Ashlee Smith, Jon Guss, Alix McKinney, Jesse Adams, Brittany Davis, Chase Congdon, and Steven Craig.

Summer School students have completed the second week of “Under the Sea.” Pictured are the winners for Week 2.

Right: Kindergarten through Second Grade prize winners were: Front row, seated - Grant Stacey, Jayce Bunch, Jade Parks, Brenna Blackburn, Avery Bruto, Carrie Fenton. Back row (standing) Emma Trotter, Morgan Reid, Ashlyn Foster, Eli Keating, Brandi Krogsdale, Trevor Thompson, Micah Meade, Cambden Hraygil, and Gradey Gregg.

By SHARON KIESEL

Wednesday June 10, the Adrian R-3, Drivers Education students took their studies outside to observe real world situations in driving a vehicle. The students and Mr. Abrams, their teacher, went to the intersection at Old 71 Highway and Missouri 18 Highway, to observe when, if and how drivers proceeded through the intersection and if the rules of proper right of way were obeyed.

The Adrian Lions Club held their annual Kids Fishing Day last Saturday at Harley Martens’ pond. Right: Several kids enjoyed the day of fishing along with their parents. Middle: Cameron Tallman looks on as his little brother Quade gets ready to reel in his catch. At far right: The Adrian Lions Club provided hot dogs, chips and drinks for all those attending.

A 7-On-7 tournament, sponsored by Adrian, was held at Archie last Saturday. Schools participating were Adrian, Archie, Appleton City, Cass Midway and Rich Hill. Adrian went 4-0 to win the tournament.

Monday, June 15th 20 scouts from Adrian Boy Scout Troop 238 left for H. Roe Bartle Scout Reservation in Osecola , MO. The scouts’ families will have the opportunity to visit them this coming Sunday, June 21st on visitors Sunday. This is an annual event for the Troop.

Ethel Marie Young, 89, Adrian, MO, died Friday, June 12, 2009 at Adrian Manor in Adrian, MO. Ethel was born February 19, 1920 in Fontana, KS, the daughter of George Henry and Kate May (Moore) Brocker. She was a 1937 graduate of Fontana High School. She was so happy to attend her 70th class reunion in May 2007.
Funeral services were held 1:00 p.m. Monday, June 15, 2009 at the Atkinson Chapel, Adrian, Missouri. Rev. Bob Maffitt, Adrian United Methodist Church officiated. Interment was in Miami County Memorial Gardens, Paola, KS.

Masyn Michael Brian Lile, age 2 of Butler, Missouri died Sunday, June 14, 2009 at Bates County Memorial Hospital in Butler. He was born June 6, 2007 to Derek Keith and Lyssa Nicole Thompson Lile in Nevada, Missouri.
Funeral services were 10 a.m. Thursday, June 18, 2009 at Schowengerdt Funeral Chapel in Butler, Missouri with Pastor Lawrence Wilson officiating. Burial, Fairview Cemetery, Butler, Missouri.
Contributions to the family.

Opal Viola Venable, age 98 of Butler, Missouri died Monday, June 15, 2009 at Medicalodge Nursing Home in Butler. She was born February 9, 1911 to George Neal and Mary Jane Cox Keggereis in Butler.
Funeral services were 2 p.m. Wednesday, June 17, 2009 at Schowengerdt Funeral Chapel in Butler, Missouri with Brother Bill Perkey officiating. Burial, Crescent Hill Cemetery, Adrian, Missouri.Contributions, Double Branch Christian Church or American Diabetes Association.

Virginia Ferguson, age 82, of Adrian, Missouri, died Wednesday, June 17, 2009 at Adrian Manor Health and Rehabilitation Center in Adrian, Missouri. Virginia, one of five children, was born April 20, 1927 in Kansas City, MO, the daughter of Lloyd E. and Ethel A. (FIsher) Ackerley.
Funeral services were held Monday, June 22, 2009 at the Atkinson Chapel, Adrian, Missouri. Rev. Bob Maffitt, First United Methodist Church, officiated. Interment was in the Crescent Hill Cemetery, Adrian, Missouri.

Gerald “Jerry” Dwain Strauch, age 79 of Roach, Missouri died Wednesday, June 17, 2009 at Parkside Manor in Columbia, Missouri. He was born June 29,1929 to Herman Ivon Sr. and Velda Adeline Chandler Strauch in Lincoln,Nebraska.
Funeral services were 11 a.m. Monday, June 22, 2009, February 13, 2009 at Schowengerdt Funeral Chapel in Butler, Missouri with Diane Allison officiating. Burial, Oak Hill Cemetery, Butler. Contributions, American Heart Association or Charity of Choice.

Former Adrian resident Constance “Connie” H. Senseman, 74, Hugoton, Kansas, died Tuesday, May 19, 2009 in Haskell County, Kansas as a result of an automobile accident. Connie was born April 18, 1935 in Kansas City, Missouri to Arthur and Ella Burruss.
A memorial service for Connie was held on Saturday, May 23, 2009 at the Hugoton United Methodist Church in Hugoton, Kansas. Reverend Harry Cross presided over the service.

Edna Mae “Eddie” Walker, age 91 of Ozark, Missouri passed away Friday, June 19, 2009 at Riverside Manor in Ozark. She was born March 31, 1918 to Robert Lee and Maggie Conard Everett in Butler, Missouri.
Funeral services were 1 p.m. Tuesday, June 23, 2009 at Schowengerdt Funeral Chapel in Butler, Missouri with Rev. Chad Mattingly officiating. Burial was in Oak Hill Cemetery, Butler. Contributions, Nixa Christian Church.

On Sunday June 7, 2009, the new Adrian Elks Lodge was formally instituted as an organization. Elks dignitaries from the Joplin Lodge conducted the initiation ceremony and local officers were installed. The new lodge is now Adrian Lodge 2864 and has just under 100 members from Adrian, Butler and Ballard.
As a non-profit service organization, the Elks are dedicated to many good causes, from the Hoops program to youth scholarships and to helping soldiers overseas and veterans here at home and in the VA hospitals.

This Huey helicopter #66-00970 was on display at the Bates County Museum on Saturday, May 30, when Vietnam veterans were honored during a special program. The Huey completed a total of 3,482 combat mission hours on hundreds of flights and transported thousands of assault troops into and out of “hot LZ”, providing fire cover and delivering supplies.

(photo by Dale Bradley)

The Victory Assembly of God Church has a new addition. Saturday, June 6, in a span of about three hours, a crew installed a new steeple and cross on the building’s roof top.
Robert Lovelace, a World War II veteran, died December 7, 2005 at the age of 82. He loved the Lord and that love is manifested in the cross and the spire atop the church building. One of his sons, Mark, did all the leg work to make the family’s donation to their church a reality, but the whole family was involved.

Thanks to the wonderful volunteers and their sponsors, it was another successful Miles For Meals event. On Sunday, June 7, walkers were out and about picking up trash around Adrian in support of this program. Pictured are the walkers who represented numerous folks and, in turn, many others will benefit from their efforts. Front row: Zoey Lemon and Destiny Perkins. Second row, left to right: Judy Ball, Brendin White, Nathan Chamberlain, Wendy Perkins, Shelly White, Isabelle Wolfe and Teresa Morrow.

Pictured right: R-III summer school students recently completed their first week of “Under the Sea.” Prize winners for kindergarten - 5th grade were: Front row, left to right: Zoey Lemon, Harley Loper, CJ Hatton and Jence Griffith. Second row, left to right: Jake Burns, Josh Patnoe, Grant Stacey, Ryan Patterson, Baxter Lowe and Maly Sears. Third row, left to right: Karley Reynolds, Elijah Lindsay, Caleb Douty, Katelyn Garland, Bryan Boatwright, Arlie Jessup and Joey Patnoe.

Brett and Stacey Barbarick, of Peculiar, MO, are pleased to announce the birth of their first son, Brock Steven Barbarick. Brock was born on April 21, 2009 weighing 7 lbs. and 4 ozs. He was 21 inches long. Grandparents are Steve and Teresa Smith of Adrian, Bobbye Barbarick of Raymore, and Paul and Cindy Barbarick of Raymore. Great grandparents are Lavaun Clifton and Betty Smith, of Adrian, Dean and Marge Dalton of St. Charles, and Luke and Edna Barbarick of Pleasant Hill.

D’Angelo Austin Frazier was born May 5, 2009 at Naval Air Station Sigonella in Sicily, Italy. He was 6 lbs. and 19 inches long.
Proud parents are Deborah and Derrick Frazier. Grandparents are Joseph and Joanah Ibilola of San Diego, CA and Susan and Harold James and Benny Gillis, Adrian, MO. Great grandparents are Ruth Frazier and Bonnie Lacy, Adrian.

Mary Zellmer, Art Zellmer and Ann Taylor (pictured left to right) were recognized for 50 years of dedicated service for the Missouri Order of Eastern Star in a special ceremony on Thursday, May 7, 2009. In addition to their 50 Year Pins, the Officers of Crescent Hill Chapter #127 presented certificates of appreciation and a floral program to these three devoted members. Art and Mary’s son David and daughter Debbie assisted in the pinning as did Ann’s son Tom and daughters Julie, Sandee and Vickie.

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It was “A Time 2 Dance” on Sunday, May 31 when the Dance Craze held its annual dance recital at Butler High School. Dancers performed solos, small and large group routines, and an all dance company finale. Congratulations to Jenny and Jeremy Welcher and the Dance Craze recital team for making this year’s show memorable for the dancers and their families.

Gene DeLozier, age 80 of Butler, Missouri died Thursday, June 4, 2009 at Willow Lane Nursing Center in Butler. He was born October 27, 1928 to Robert Aura and Blanche Marie Emogene Luther DeLozier in Deepwater, Missouri.
Memorial services were 10 a.m. Tuesday, June 9, 2009 at Schowengerdt Funeral Chapel in Butler, Missouri with Rev. Dick Pierson officiating. Inurnment, Oak Hill Cemetery, Butler. In lieu of flowers, contributions to Meals on Wheels or Bates County Elks Lodge.

Virginia Lee Green, age 80, of Adrian, MO, died Tuesday, June 2, 2009. Virginia was born May 1, 1929, the daughter of Arthur Glenn and Grace Agnea (Godsey) Robb, in La Harpe, Kansas, the only daughter of nine children.
Graveside services were held Monday, June 8, 2009, 2:00 p.m. at the Crescent Hill Cemetery, Adrian, Missouri. Rev. Bob Maffitt, First United Methodist Church, Adrian, officiated. Interment was in the Crescent Hill Cemetery, Adrian.

Marion Cecil Briscoe, age 69 of Rich Hill, Missouri died Monday, June 1, 2009 at St. Joseph Health Center in Kansas City, Missouri. He was born March 2, 1940 to Charley and Ethel Prudence Blevins Briscoe in Foster, Missouri.
Graveside services were 10:30 a.m. Friday, June 5, 2009 at Woodfin Cemetery in Foster, Missouri with Brother Bill Perkey officiating. Contributions, Woodfin Cemetery.

By MICHELE BURRIS

Take a step outside of your day-to-day life for a moment, and let your imagination begin. Imagine if your body couldn’t regulate its own temperature. Imagine if your hair couldn’t grow like others and you had no eyebrows. Imagine if you were four years old and your joints hurt so much that you couldn’t take a walk with your family. Imagine for a moment that you have Ectodermal Dysplasias.

Far right: The top 10% of the 2009 Adrian High School graduating class received the George Washington Carver Award. They are pictured left to right: Brittany Clark, Kyle Knuth, Tyler Ricketts and Chris Wainwright.

Right: Graduates who maintain a 3.5 grade point average and score in the 85th percentile on a standardized test earn the President’s Education Award. This year’s winners are (left to right): Ethan Cumpton, Kyle Knuth, Chris Wainwright and Henry Wendleton.

Far right: Adrian Bank Vice President Cary Six (far left) presented nine Adrian High School graduates with $250 scholarships each from Adrian Bank. The AHS 2009 recipients include (left to right): Donna Umstattd, Lareesa Bagby, Chris Wainwright, Henry Wendleton, Marshall Hunholz, Ethan Cumpton, Austin Schmidt, Tyler Tolle and Kaitlin Hendrich.

Far right: The Adrian Optimist Club awarded one graduate with the Bob James Memorial Scholarship ($1,000) and four graduates with $500 scholarships. Pictured left to right: Presenter Cary Six and recipients Chris Wainwright, Chris Schaller, Henry Wendleton, Kyle Knuth and Tyler Ricketts.

Right: Patti Bruto, Treasurer of the Adrian Lions Club presented three deserving graduates with $1,000 scholarships each during the AHS senior awards assembly. This year’s recipients are pictured left to right: Patti Bruto, Kaitlin Hendrick, Chris Wainwright and Henry Wendleton.

Far right: This year’s recipient of the Betty Rugg Memorial Scholarship is Austin Schmidt. This award was presented at Austin’s graduation reception on May 23. Austin will be attending Fort Scott Community College in the fall where he will major in Farm/Ranch Management. Austin’s award was presented by Tracy Rugg. The Rugg family wishes Austin the best and “Go get ‘em, buddy!”

Far right: One $500 scholarship and two $250 scholarships were awarded the three graduates by David Hubbard of Grand River H Fencing scholarships. The 2009 recipients are pictured left to right: Josh Hubbard, 2003 AHS graduate and scholarship presenter Kyla (Hubbard) Pierce, Austin Schmidt and Chris Schaller.

By SHARON KIESEL

The volunteer firefighters have had a lot of additional training classes involving several agencies, including both the Adrian and Butler Fire Departments, the Butler and Adrian Police, the Bates County Sheriff’s Office and the Bates County EMS ambulance crew.
All the participants followed a scenario devised by Adrian Fire Chief Gary Dizney and a member of the Butler Fire Department, Jason Bennett.

By SHARON KIESEL

Construction of the new heliport is progressing when the cement for the pad and sidewalk was poured late last week (pictured right). Lighting and paint are in the next phases of the construction plan.
The heliport is a joint effort by the Adrian Optimist Club, the Adrian Lions Club, and the Adrian Volunteer Fire Department, along with help from the community. The purpose of the project is to provide better emergency services for the area.

The Adrian Optimist Club sponsored its annual bike rodeo for kids pre-K to 6th grade. About 25 bike riders (pictured right) learned about bicycle safety from the Adrian Police Department, and they were given safety flags and helmets from the Optimists. Optimist Club members inspected their bikes and adjusted or tightened bike parts as needed. The kids received two bicycle tires courtesy of Scott Ford and their names were entered into a drawing for a new bike from the Optimist Club.

On Saturday, May 30, Garrett Huntsman and 10 scouts built wheelchair accessible ramps for Adrian Senior Housing. The construction of the ramps was coordinated by Garrett, who chose this project for his Eagle Scout Leadership Project. Pictured in the front row, left to right: Project Coordinator Garrett Huntsman, Tannor Thomas, Nick Engelhardt, Justin Deems, Chance Gregory and Landon Elmer. Back row, left to right: Travis Dawn, Zach Doty, Caleb Huntsman, James Wood and Adult Supervisor Gerald Shaffer. Not pictured: Michael Durbin.

The Kidz Zone Learning Center held preschool graduation on Tuesday, May 12 at the Adrian United Methodist Church. Twenty-two preschoolers graduated and will be attending kindergarten in the fall. Congratulations and thanks for a great first year at the Kidz Zone!

Bailey Renee Shaw was born May 20, 2009 at 11:33 p.m. (6:33 p.m. Oahu time). She weighed 7lbs. 3 ozs.
Parents are Jason and Norma Shaw. Paternal grandparents are Dwayne and Karen Shaw; maternal grandmother is Maria Arellano of Winters California.
Jason is stationed at Schofield Barracks on the island of Oahu.

Casey Osborne and Randelle Ragan of Adrian, MO are proud to announce the birth of their daughter; Heidi Lynn Osborne. Heidi arrived May 17, 2009 at 4:42 am at St. Joseph Medical Center. She weighed 6 lbs. 15 oz. and was 19 1/2 inches long.
Proud grandparents are Jim and Billie Osborne and Aaron and Lynn Bennett. Heidi was also welcomed by her uncles: Logan, Brohde and Opossum; and her Aunt Chelsea.

Tucker Patrick Essenpries announces the marriage of his parents, Brenna Danie’l Peel and Ryan Patrick Essenpries. They were married Friday, May 22, 2009. Parents are Renee Peel, Joyce McGlade and Doug Essenpries. A reception will be held at the home of Renee Peel Saturday, June 27. Friends and family are invited.

As this event approaches this Sunday, June 7 (2 p.m.-4 p.m.), we want to give thanks to the many faithful volunteers who serve each day. And we are grateful to the nine-week rotation of drivers who are most valuable for the success of this program delivery as there have been 4,367 meals delivered to Adrian in the past year!
We welcome walkers of any age to help “pick-up” around Adrian and then finish with a pork burger picnic. A $35 donation equals a t-shirt and sponsor sheets are available in the Houston Plaza Clubhouse at 125 S. Houston or call 816-297-4203.

A five generation picture was taken last weekend at a first birthday party for Carly Bockes. Pictured are: Back - Renay Bockes, Kay Jones. Front - Bob Huff, great great grandpa Frank Simpson and Carly Bockes.

Crescent Hill Masonic Lodge #368 at Adrian, Mo. held an open meeting on Thursday night May 28th for the purpose of presenting Brother Jack Rabourn a pin for 50 years of service. Brother Rabourn’s wife Beverly was present as well as his children, grandchildern and great grandchildren with a total of 14.
District Deputy Grand Master and Lodge Secretary Brother Larry White read Jack’s Masonic Record, which included being Master of the Lodge in 1965 - 66. Brother Art Zelmer presented Jack with his pin (pictured) and Dustin Rabourn pinned it on his grandfather.

The Adrian Ministerial Alliance sponsored its first annual spring celebration on Saturday, May 30 at Frontier Village. At no cost to the public, the Alliance served food for everyone and brought in inflatables for the kids. Four bands performed for the crowd: a Southern Gospel group, Friends of the King and Crimson in Flood. A community worship service concluded the celebration. Pictured are celebration attendees, who are enjoying the gospel music and the hot dogs. More than 200 people attended this first-time event.

Adrian Elks Lodge No. 2864 held their 1st annual Gun Show at the Bates County Fair Grounds Friday, May 29 through Sunday, May 31. Visitors at the show had lots of guns, ammo, accessories and knives of all kinds, including custom crafted blades. The ladies of the lodge provided breakfast, lunch, and snacks.

The family of Harry Kinker recently donated funds to the Adrian Optimist Club, of which he was a longtime member. The Optimist Club used the funds to purchase these benches for the Optimist Community Building in Harry’s memory.
The new benches were installed on Thursday, May 28, 2009. Harry Kinker passed way in a vehicle accident on December 2, 2008.

Nina Mae (Corwine) Hockett, 75, Adrian, MO, passed away Friday, May 29, 2009 at Adrian Manor Health and Rehabilitation Center in Adrian. Graveside services were held Tuesday, June 2, 2009, 2:00 p.m. at Scott Cemetery in Amterdam, MO. Rev. Ray Burhart, Adrian Christian Church, Adrian, officiated. Interment was in Scott Cemetery, Amsterdam.

Brian Lee Kelley, age 47 of Belton, Missouri died Wednesday, May 20, 2009 at Research Medical Center in Kansas City, Missouri. He was born October 30, 1961 to Donald Lee Kelley and Sharon Lee Ducate in Kansas City.
Funeral services were 11 a.m. Saturday, May 23, 2009 at Rock Brook Church in Belton, Missouri with Pastor Kenny Baum officiating. Burial, Belton Cemetery, Belton, Missouri.

Charles “Chuck” Wayne Skaggs, age 55 of Gladstone, Missouri died Sunday, May 31, 2009 at North Kansas City Hospital in North Kansas City, Missouri.
Funeral services were 7 p.m. Wednesday, June 3, 2009 at Schowengerdt Funeral Chapel in Butler, Missouri with Brother Bill Perkey officiating. Cremation to follow services. Inurnment, Oak Hill Cemetery, Butler, Missouri Contributions, Charity of Choice.

James Richard “Ricky” Clark, age 52 of Belton, Missouri died Friday, May 22, 2009 at University of Kansas Hospital in Kansas City, Kansas. He was born January 21, 1957 to Lee Archie and Patsy Ruth Reichart Clark in Palacios, Texas.
Funeral services were 2 p.m. Tuesday, May 26, 2009 at the Schowengerdt Funeral Chapel in Butler, Missouri with Robert Clark officiating. Cremation to follow services. Inurnment at later date, Appleton City Cemetery, Appleton City, Missouri. Contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society.