July 2023
Riding into a second century
Not many people live to see 100 years old, and when Wheaton resident Floyd Hughes hit the mark on July 19, he knew the best way to celebrate — riding his bike through town. Starting at his home by the Methodist Church, which he joined with his wife more than 70 years ago, Hughes and more than 50 family and friends rode a few blocks down East Santee Street, across to Main and back around to his home.
Trout Tales, July 26
Happy belated birthday to the oldest man in Wheaton, Mr. Floyd Hughes, who turned 100 on July 19. Floyd was gracious enough to invite me into his home to talk to him before his community bike ride, even letting me pull him away from that night’s episode of Wheel of Fortune! The ride was not set to begin until 7 p.m., but that didn’t stop Floyd from sitting on his bike in the final 10 minutes, revving up and ready to go. At 100 now, the great-great-grandpa took his time to enjoy the moment, clocking in at about 1.23 miles per hour as he passed the train depot on Main.
Celebrate Recovery: Where are they now?
Holly Rivera, of Cassville, first told her story of recovery in July 2021. She represented the seventh step to recovery, which is to ask God to remove all of one’s shortcomings.
Kyle Troutman: Explainer on release of video, report
Gatekeeping news in small communities and as a public figure is a heavy weight, and this week it was mine to bear. A story in today’s edition describes an incident occurring in the Barry County jail on April 1, 2022, involving a deputy and an inmate.
New coach hired with 37 years experience
New Purdy Volleyball Coach Barry Wheeler has been coaching for nearly four decades at the club, high school and collegiate levels, and after retirement and a short stint at Amazon, he found his way to the Lady Eagles’ gym.
Preston Allen “Pat” Patterson, Sr.
Preston Allen “Pat” Patterson, Sr., age 90, of Billings, Missouri passed away Tuesday, July 18, 2023, at his home.
June Evelyn Brandt
June Evelyn Brandt, 93, of Monett, MO, went to her heavenly home on Wednesday, July 19, 2023 peacefully at home surrounded by her family. She was born February 26, 1930 in Exeter, MO, the first of five children born to Joe and Ethel Warren.
Martin Eugene Heston
Services were held Saturday, July 22, 2023, at Fohn Funeral Home in Cassville. Brother Henry Long conducted the services.
James Aaron “Jay” Luney
James Aaron “Jay” Luney, 47, of Rogersville, Mo. passed away Tuesday, July 18, 2023, at his home.
Adella Jane Horner
Adella Jane Horner, age 90, of Cassville, Missouri, passed away on Sunday, July 16, 2023, at Circle of Life Hospice in Bentonville, Arkansas. Adella, daughter of Willie and Mabel (Webb) Gowen, was born on July 17, 1933, in Seligman. When she was born, the doctor proclaimed she was the prettiest baby he had ever seen. She was a lifetime resident of Barry County, and attended school in Washburn where she was the Salutatorian of the 1951 graduating class. Following graduation, Adella went to work in Cassville for Royle Ellis as a legal secretary.
