Kyle Troutman

Kyle Troutman

Patti Ann Lowe

Patti Ann Lowe, age 61, passed away peacefully at home on Tuesday, December 3, 2024 in Liberty, Missouri. Patti was born on February 8, 1963 in Memphis, Tennessee to Hollis Ray and Shirley Lowe.

Kyle Troutman: Jail time

Last Wednesday, I spent some unexpected time in jail. Following a ribbon cutting to officially celebrate the newly constructed Barry County Sheriff’s Office and jail on Old Exeter Road, attendees were invited to tour the facility.

Christmas cheer spread at annual event

Jace Johnson, 4, of Cassville, receives a kiss on the head from Santa Claus while being held by Josi Rose, of Cassville. Santa was available for photos and to hear Christmas wishes at the Cassville Community Christmas Celebration on Friday. Kyle Troutman/ktroutman@cassville-democrat.com

JC Henry

JC Henry, 92, of Washburn, Mo., passed away at home surrounded by family on Saturday, December 7, 2024. He was born to Reams and Ruby Jane (Brake) Henry on August 3, 1932, on OK Ridge in Washburn, who preceded him in death.

Randy Crane: Doubts and faith

“Then Peter got down out of the boat, walked on the water and came toward Jesus. But when he saw the wind, he was afraid and, beginning to sink, cried out, ‘Lord, save me!’ Immediately Jesus reached out his hand and caught him.

News Briefs, Dec. 11

The Cassville United Methodist Church, located at 601 Gravel St., will host a Christmas Card to Cassville event on Sunday at 6 p.m., beginning with an evening of Christmas music and a cookie reception. A Christmas Eve Candle-Light Service will also be held at 6:30 p.m.