June 2025

Year in Photos — Wildcats soccer
Publisher’s note: Throughout the summer, the Cassville Democrat will feature the best unprinted photos from each team photographed during the 2024-2025 athletics seasons. — KT

Ramaeker, Holenda awarded Shelter scholarships
The Shelter Insurance Foundation recently awarded a pair of $1,500 scholarships to Elly Ramaeker, a graduate of Cassville High School, and Sarah Holenda, a graduate of Wheaton High School.
Purdy farmer runner-up in 2024 National Corn Yield Contest
Purdy Farmer Naaman Cullers earned a National Second Place award in the 2024 National Corn Growers Association National Corn Yield Contest with a yield of 364 bushels per acre.

Vincents enjoy ruby anniversary
In November of 1984, Matt Vincent of Bristow, Okla., asked Dorinda Hendrix, of Tulsa, Okla., for her hand in marriage.

Homans celebrate 40 years
Pastors Paul Homan and wife Susan Homan are celebrating their 40th wedding anniversary on June 8.

Francis Charles (Hank) Mathis
Francis Charles (Hank) Mathis, 97, of Butterfield, Mo., passed away May 28, 2025, at his home with his family by his side.

Billy Van “Bill” Granger
Billy Van “Bill” Granger, 73, of Purdy, Mo., passed away Tuesday, May 27, 2025 at his home.

Glen Garrett
Glen Garrett, 93, passed away peacefully in his home on May 26, 2025, surrounded by his family.
Clara M. Ely
Clara M. Ely, 88, of Seneca, Mo., passed away Saturday, May 17, 2025 at Seneca House in Seneca, Mo.

Kirby Allen Eagan
Kirby Allen Eagan, age 59, of Washburn, Mo., passed away peacefully at his home Saturday, May 24, 2025.