Monthly Archive

Merritt Clinton (Doc) Irwin, age 99 of Hume, Missouri died Monday, January 11, 2010 at Nevada Regional Medical Center in Nevada. He was born June 13, 1910 to William and Berlie Maria Hanon Irwin in Vernon County, Missouri.

Cremation memorial services were held 2 p.m. Saturday, January 16, 2010 at the Hume Unitd Methodist Church in Hume, Missouri with Larry Berry and Pastor Don Rice officiating. Inurnment to follow at later date.

Mary Louise Herrick-Keith, age 65 of Kansas City, Missouri died Sunday, January 10, 2010 at Center Point Hospital in Independence, Missouri. She was born April 7, 1944 to Max Bernard and Mary Elizabeth Loehr Herrick in Topeka, Kansas.

Funeral services were held 2 p.m. Friday, January 15, 2010 at Schowengerdt Funeral Chapel in Butler, Missouri with Rev. Bob Maffit officiating. Burial in Myers Cemetery, Appleton City, Missouri. Contributions to BCMH Auxiliary Scholarship Fund.

Benjamin W. Gunter, age 5 months, of Warrensburg, Missouri, infant son of David and Sarah (Meade) Gunter, passed away Monday, January 18, 2010 at Western Missouri Medical Center.

Funeral services were held Saturday, January 23, 2010, 2:00 p.m. at Sweeney-Phillips & Holden Funeral Home in Warrensburg. Mr. Paul Jones officiated. Cremation followed the service.

Memorial contributions are suggested to Benjamin W. Gunter Memorial Fund payable to David and Sarah Gunter and may be left at the funeral home.

Senior Tuff Wimberly and Junior Cara Stark were crowned last Friday as the 2010 Adrian High School Courtwarming King and Queen. Tuff is the son of Shane and Amy Wimberly. Cara is the daughter of Darrin and Tammy Stark.

Presenting the crowns were senior basketball captains Keenan Morrow and Olivia Case. Crown carrier was Drew Burris and flower girl was Jocelyn Reynolds.

Tiger Cubs from Pack 238 came to the Adrian Journal on Thursday, January 14 to earn a requirement for their Tiger Cub badge. Front row: Trevor Newport. Back row, left to right: Kellen Preston and Tony Scaletty.

The Chamber of Commerce held a “$1,000 Chamber Bucks Drawing”. The community was eligible to enter for a chance to win. Two $500 Chamber Bucks were drawn. For the entries in boxes around town, Curtis Reynolds (middle) presents Ronald Eastwood, Sr. (left) with his winnings. For online entries, Curtis Reynolds presents winner Tabitha Lacy with her Chamber Bucks.

Yoss Thriftway has resurrected a blast from the store’s past. As the Adrian Journal goes to press, a 1,065 pound Mammoth Wheel of Henning’s Gourmet Wisconsin Mild Cheddar Cheese is on display at Thriftway, just as a huge block was on display in the 1950’s. Owner Kip Yoss invites everyone to stop by for free samples until the block is gone.

With only three hot ball numbers, the 62nd number to pop up during bingo at the Adrian Optimist Building on Monday was the last hot ball in the hopper. The last hot ball proved to be lucky number as the $2,800 jackpot was a 3-way split between three winners.

Bingo winners are pictured, left to right: Carol Hadley, David Tenholder and JoAnn Westendorff.

The Adrian R-III School District benefits every day from the dedicated energies and countless hours devoted by the seven members of its Board of Education. These public servants are elected by local constituents and do not receive compensation for their tireless efforts.

In a blowout game last week, the Lady Blackhawks crushed Barstow, 60 – 33.  This victory brings their record to 7 wins and 1 loss on the season.  Coach Nathan Dingman said:  “We came out as a team ready to play.  Our defense is what made Barstow work.”  And the stats back that up as the girls only allowed two Barstow points in the first quarter.

The Adrian Blackhawks played a hard fought match-up against the Barstow Knights on January 12.  In the end, their level of play led them to a final score of 50-49, boosting their record to an impressive 8-0.  Coach James Wheeler expressed:  “I thought all of our players stepped up.  We were able to sustain an early push from Barstow.  I thought our guys kept their composure and executed the game plan.”

The Adrian Varsity Wrestling team defeated Pembroke Hill last Tuesday, 66-18. On Saturday they competed in the Warsaw Tournament. The Blackhawks placed 3rd overall. In his first year of Adrian wrestling, Head Coach Ryan Campbell shares his thoughts about the tournament. “There were a lot of our district opponents at the Warsaw Tournament. There was a good showing. Some wrestlers still have some work to do to achieve individual goals, but as a team we are doing okay. The progress is coming along.”

Mr. and Mrs. Michael R. Jenkins, Kansas City, MO, are proud to announce the birth of a son, Robert Mason, on November 28, 2009. Maternal grandparents are James and Linda Buchholz of Houston, MO. Paternal grandfather is Karl M. Jenkins, Rich Hill, MO. Paternal great-grandparents are W. K. and Earlene Jenkins, Adrian, MO.

Adrian R-III courtwarming is this Friday, January 15, 2010. This year’s theme is “Super Heroes.” The Queen and King candidates have been announced. The royalty will be crowned between the girls and boys varsity basketball games. A dance is immediately following the games until midnight.

By SHARON KIESEL

This past Sunday, January 10, the Adrian Fire Department received a tone out at 1:38 a.m. regarding a flue fire at a residence off Route AA on County Road 5001. The report including that the fire was already in the attic of the residence.

Between the 8+ inches of snow that covered the grounds of Adrian and the record cold temperatures and wind chill, R-III students stayed home from school and citizens ventured out only if necessary since Christmas Eve. Some people needed to get out but were snowed in and were forced to stay home. On Friday and Saturday, January 8 and 9, a wind chill warning was issued by the National Weather Service. Actual temperatures were in the single digits with wind chill readings of 10 to 20 below zero.

By ANNA LEE JAMES

Thirty-eight donors braved the extreme cold and ice and showed up to donate blood Tuesday, January 5 at the Adrian Optimist Building. Thirty-seven good units of blood was collected and two were deferred for minor medical reasons. All in all it was a good day.

The next bloodmobile will be March 9, 2010 and hopefully we will have temperatures above freezing and beginning to see green grass instead of ice. Mark you calendars now and I will see you there.

The Adrian Chamber of Commerce held its annual meeting Thursday night, January 7 at Wimfield’s on Main. Due to the weather only 10 people braved the cold and snow to attend. At the meeting, the Chamber held elections for the 2010 board members.

Pictured at the top, left to right: Kip Yoss, board member; Phillip Oates, treasurer; Linda Oldfield, secretary; Lori Haskins, president; and Dale Bishop, board member. Board members not pictured: Kay DePriest and Cindy Warner.

Your Adrian Library has just added a new series to our rental books.  The five books making up the Chronicle of the Kings (by Lynn Austin) are historical religious fiction and are ready for check out.  An Amazon reader reviewer indicated that the books bring the Old Testament, Joshua, Hezekiah and others to life and are entertaining, inspirational and educational.  A local reader reported that she thoroughly enjoyed the books and found herself leafing through her Bible to read further about these wonderfully developed biblical figures.

The Adrian Bank recently made a donation to the Western Missouri Antique Tractor & Machinery Association. Duane Craig, Secretary of WMAT&MA accepts a donation from Adrian Bank Vice President Lori Haskins.

The Adrian Blackhawks’ boys and girls teams hosted the El Dorado Springs Bulldogs on Tuesday, January 5 to begin the 2010 portion of the season. Despite the inclement weather and no school, the game was played and a good crowd was in attendance.

The Lady Blackhawks began the evening by posting a 59 to 32 win over the Lady Bulldogs. Their record stands at 6 and 1. Coach Dingman said, “We got off to a slow start in the first quarter, but we hit our stride. We shot the ball really well and played great defense.”

Monte Lynn Lawrence, 50, of Adrian, MO, joined the Lord on Sunday, January 17, 2010 in Adrian, MO. Funeral services were held Wednesday, January 20, 2010 at the Atkinson Chapel in Adrian, officiated by Rev. Paul E. Burhart, Adrian Christian Church. Music by Kathleen Stephens, organist.

Burial was in Crescent Hill Cemetery, Adrian. Memorial contributions may be made to the Adrian Athletic Booster Club, c/o Atkinson Funeral Home, P.O. Box 325, Adrian, MO 64720.

Mishie Lou Wigger, age 77 of Butler, Missouri died Saturday, January 9, 2010 in Butler. She was born July 12, 1932 to Emmett Hayden and Clara May Porter Crain in Montevallo, Missouri.

Funeral services were held 10 a.m. Tuesday, January 12, 2010 at Schowengerdt Funeral Chapel in Butler, Missouri with Rev. Lynn Snapp officiating. Burial in Virgil Cemetery, Virgil City, Missouri. Contributions to Immanuel Baptist Church.

LaTonya Lynn Smith, age 29 of Butler, Missouri died January 1, 2010 in Butler. She was born September 5, 1980 to Rick Adams and Carla Deanne Cooper in Butler.

Funeral services were 1 p.m. Wednesday, January 6, 2010 at the Schowengerdt Funeral Chapel in Butler, Missouri with Elder Ravon Rainey officiating. Burial was in Oak Hill Cemetery, Butler, Missouri. Contributions to Schowengerdt Funeral Chapel for funeral expenses or Children’s Fund.

David Ryan Bukaty, age 24 of Butler, Missouri died Saturday, January 2, 2010 as a result of an auto accident. He was born August 22, 1985 to Phillip Ray and Judy Elaine Cary Bukaty in Independence, Missouri.

Funeral Mass was 2 p.m. Thursday, January 7, 2010 at St. Patrick Catholic Church in Butler, Missouri with Father John Bolderson officiating. Burial was in Oak Hill Cemetery, Butler. Contributions are suggested to the family.

Carl Edward Adams, age 25 of Butler, Missouri died January 1, 2010 in Butler. He was born October 13, 1984 to Rick Adams and Carla Deanne Cooper in Butler.

Funeral services were 1 p.m. Wednesday, January 6, 2010 at the Schowengerdt Funeral Chapel in Butler, Missouri with Elder Ravon Rainey officiating. Burial, Oak Hill Cemetery, Butler, Missouri. Contributions to Schowengerdt Funeral Chapel for funeral expenses or Children’s Fund.

Skyler Kariker and Trevor Gregg have been selected for the All-State Football Team. Kariker is first team wide receiver and Gregg is second team defense.

Right: Trevor Gregg, Adrian vs. Greenfield

Far right: Skyler Kariker, Adrian vs. Tipton

By PAUL BURHART

Twelve years after they decided to go their separate ways, Adrian Christian Church and Cornerstone Christian Church have reunited. The leaders of Cornerstone made a generous offer on behalf of their congregation to sell their property to Adrian Christian Church for the amount still owed in order to expedite the reunification. The offer also included that the reuniting would take place under the name, constitution and leadership of Adrian Christian Church.

By KELSI KERSHNER

When the holidays draw near, it seems like we start thinking about gifts. Except for many times it’s our own list of gifts that we seem to start making out and thinking about. We tend to forget about what the season is truly about. It’s supposed to be about giving back, not just receiving.

The winter weather seems to have no end in sight as the forecast is calling for more snow at press time. Right is a snowman built by Kip, Susan, Aaron, Ian and Jim Yoss. Far right is a “mountain” of snow in the parking lot behind the Adrian Journal.

The Adrian Bank made generous donations to three worthy groups this week. Right: Vice President Lori Haskins presents a check to Fire Chief Gary Dizney for the Adrian Fire Department. Middle: Ruth Ann Ferguson accepts a donation for the Adrian Community Library from Lori. Far right: Lori presents Julie Stevens with a check for the Adrian Food Pantry.

Russie Lea Larrison, age 79 of Butler, Missouri died Friday, January 1, 2010 at Willow Lane Nursing Center in Butler. She was born October 14, 1930 to Austin Robert and Frances Elizabeth Bear Sears in Worland, Missouri.

Funeral services were 2 p.m. Monday, January 4, 2010 at the Schowengerdt Funeral Chapel in Butler with Brother Ron Dunlap officiating. Burial was in Oak Hill Cemetery, Butler. Contributions may be made to Alzheimer’s Association or American Cancer Society.

Edna Mae Shaver, age 93 of San Antonio, Texas formerly of Butler, Missouri died Monday, December 28, 2009 in San Antonio. She was born December 13, 1916 to Claude Leroy and Flossie Iva Hutchison Nickerson in Conrad, Iowa.

Funeral services were 11 a.m. Saturday, January 2, 2010 at the Schowengerdt Funeral Chapel in Butler, Missouri with Rev. Billy Moore officiating. Interment was in the Oak Hill Cemetery, Butler, Missouri. Arrangements were under the direction of the Schowengerdt Funeral Chapel Butler, Missouri.

George Earl James of Urich was born November 28, 1950, the youngest of seven children to Willie and Bertha (Ruby) James at Wetzel Hospital in Clinton. After the loss of his parents at an early age, he was raised by his eldest brother and wife, Robert and Anna Lee James. He departed this life on Monday, December 14, 2009, at his home near Urich at the age of 59 years and 16 days.

Cremation. A celebration of life service was held Tuesday, December 29 at the Dickey Funeral Home, Garden City. The family suggests memorial contributions may be made to the Missouri Veterans Home, Warrensburg.

Ethel Marie Hilborn, age 83 of Butler, Missouri died Tuesday, December 22, 2009 at Bates County Memorial Hospital in Butler. She was born June 9, 1926 to Andrew Wesley and Ida Adams McMillian in Mission Hills, Kansas.

Cremation memorial services will be 11 a.m. Saturday, January 9, 2009 at the Schowengerdt Funeral Chapel in Butler, Missouri with Pastor Dave Gayman officiating. In lieu of flowers, contributions to Community Food Pantry.

Bertha Maxine Hockett, age 81 of Adrian, Missouri died Sunday, December 27, 2009 at Bates County Memorial Hospital in Butler. She was born May 1, 1928 to Harlow Acklin and Mary Catherine Lacy Tipton in Merwin, Missouri.

Funeral services were held 1 p.m. Thursday, December 31, 2009 at Schowengerdt Funeral Chapel in Butler, Missouri with Pastor J.C. Beckner officiating. Interment was in the Crescent Hill Cemetery, Adrian, Missouri. Contributions may be made to the Adrian First Baptist Church or American Cancer Society.