Bates County News

Friday, September 12, 2025

James Pelkey, age 79, of Denison, Texas (formerly of Butler)

James Pelkey, age 79, of Denison, Texas, formerly of Butler, MO, passed away Wednesday, January 1, 2025 at his residence. Graveside service with Inurnment will be 2 p.m. Friday, September 19, 2025 at Oak Hill Cemetery with Military honors. Arrangements under the direction of the Schowengerdt Funeral Chapel, Butler.

James is survived by nieces and grandchildren.





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