Obituaries

Donna Conley

Donna Conley

May 17, 2025

Donna Rae Conley, 90, of Kansas City, Missouri went to be with the Lord on May 17, 2025, surrounded by her loved ones.

Donna devoted her life to caring for her family. She loved to cook, sew, go camping and reading the bible. She had a great love for all animals, but her deepest love was for Dan, her childhood horse.

Donna...

Harriet Louise De Gerald

Harriet Louise De Gerald

May 17, 2025



H. Louise De Gerald, age 90, passed away May 17, 2025. 

An extended obituary will appear soon.



 

Carla Lynn Oberfoell

Carla Lynn Oberfoell

May 14, 2025

Carla Lynn Oberfoell (Sedgwick), 60, of Liberty, MO, beloved mother to three beautiful daughters, passed away of salivary gland cancer at North Care Hospice House on May 14th, 2025, surrounded by loving family and friends.

She was born on December 16th, 1964, in Independence, MO to Jim and Lola Sedgwick. Carla attended Liberty High School, class of 1983, before entering the...

Richard A. Vance

Richard A. Vance

May 13, 2025

We bid farewell to my father, Richard A. Vance, who departed from this world on May 13th at the age of 83. A pillar of strength and a beacon of Love, his absence leaves a void in our hearts. To commemorate his remarkable life and the memories we cherish, a service will be held at Park Lawn Funeral Home May...

Kurtis Steven Beyer, Sr.

Kurtis Steven Beyer, Sr.

May 12, 2025

Kurtis Steven Beyer, Sr., 66, of Lee’s Summit, MO passed away peacefully on Monday, May 12, 2025, at home. He was born on November 29, 1958, in Kansas City, MO. Kurtis was preceded in death by his wife, Cindy Beyer, his son, Steven Beyer, Jr., his father, John Hern Beyer and his mother, Ila Jean Beyer.

He is survived by his...

Jeffrey Ernest Rider

Jeffrey Ernest Rider

May 12, 2025

In loving memory of Jeffrey Rider.

Jeffrey Ernest Rider (71) passed away in the quiet of his home, surrounded by his family, after a year-long battle with cancer on May 12, 2025..

Jeff was born in Kansas City, KS to Ernest Vincent (“EV” or “Ernie”) Rider & Lois Rider who preceded him in death. Jeff is survived by his wife, Dianne Rider,...

Mary McFarland

Mary McFarland

May 12, 2025

Mary Ann McFarland passed away peacefully at home on May 12, 2025 at the age of 75. Born in Salt Lake City, she joined the Army and met her husband while stationed in Germany before settling in Kansas City.

Known for her generosity and willingness to help, Mary will be dearly missed.

She is survived by her husband, Michael, of 54 years,...

Ronald "Ronnie" Strutton

Ronald "Ronnie" Strutton

May 8, 2025

Ronald “Ronnie” Lee Strutton, 75 , Kansas City died May 8, 2025 at Liberty Hospital.

Ronnie was born October 18, 1949 in Kansas City Missouri. The son of Faril and Pansy Lucille Neil Strutton. As a young man Ronnie work laying asphalt in the metro area. In 1982 he and his wife Carol opened the Brass and Glass Shoppe in Kansas...

Noreen J. James

Noreen J. James

May 8, 2025

Noreen J. James

August 30, 1936 – May 8, 2025

Lee’s Summit, Missouri – Noreen Joan James passed away peacefully in her sleep on May 8, 2025 at University Health Long-Term Care in Lee’s Summit, Missouri. She is survived by her son Thomas James (Kathy) of Gladstone, Missouri; daughter Diana James of Lee’s Summit, Missouri; grandchildren Laura James of Kissimmee, Florida; Phaedra...

Donald Dennis Perry Sr.

Donald Dennis Perry Sr.

May 6, 2025

Donald Dennis Perry, 85, of Independence, Missouri, passed away peacefully on May 6, 2025. He was born on July 20, 1939, in Kansas City, Missouri.

Donald served his country with honor in the United States Army and continued his dedication to public service through a 20-year career with the U.S. Postal Service. He was known for his steady presence, strong work...

Pastor Lindy Reed

Pastor Lindy Reed

May 6, 2025

Dr. Lindell Gordon Reed, affectionately known as "Lindy", was called home to be with the Lord on May 6, 2025, leaving behind a legacy of unwavering faith, compassionate leadership, and profound love for his family and community.

Born on November 13, 1960, Lindy dedicated his life to serving others through his ministry. As the esteemed pastor of Grace Baptist Church in...

Monte Lynn Moore

Monte Lynn Moore

May 5, 2025

Monte Lynn Moore, known to many as ONSTER, was a man of diverse passions and relationships, embracing the roles of devoted father, grandfather, brother, uncle, great uncle, and friend. As a steadfast supporter of the Chiefs and Royals, Monte exemplified a selfless nature, always ready to provide assistance

without expectation of reward. His affinity for the outdoors was showcased through his...

Ella Mae Barr-Jones

Ella Mae Barr-Jones

May 4, 2025

Ella Mae Barr-Jones, age 94, passed into the arms of her Savior on May 4, 2025. Ella was born on January 20, 1931, in Dixon, Missouri to Joseph Lige and Mary Elizabeth Helms. Ella married Lourence S. Barr, a handsome Navy Sailor, on July 20, 1946. They moved to Kansas City where they started their life together. Ella’s sparkling personality...

Raymond Leon Sanders

Raymond Leon Sanders

May 4, 2025

Raymond "ray" Leon Sanders, born on May 18, 1941, in Aurora, Missouri to Albert and Wilma Sanders, passed away on May 4, 2025, in Liberty, Missouri. He grew up in Gladstone, Missouri. Ray grew up in Marionville, Missouri. At the young age of 17, Ray joined the Army, dedicating twenty years of service to his country and retiring with the...

Marilyn J Burasco

Marilyn J Burasco

May 4, 2025





Marilyn Joyce (Weld) Burasco, 86, of Lee’s Summit, MO, passed away peacefully on May 4, 2025, at home surrounded by her loving family.

Marilyn was born on November 25, 1938, in Kansas City, MO. She met her husband, Bob, in high school, and they were married for 68 years. As a devoted stay-at-home mom, Marilyn had the opportunity to be actively...

Carrie Lynn (Stark) Nicholson

Carrie Lynn (Stark) Nicholson

May 3, 2025

Carrie Lynn (Stark) Nicholson, 52, of Appleton City, MO, passed away peacefully on May 3, 2025. Carrie was born on Sept 14, 1972 in Kansas City, MO to Charles Michael ‘Mike’ Stark and Pamela Ann Stark. She welcomed her treasured daughter Baleigh Kay Ann Noble with Ronald Noble in May 2000. In April 2006 she fell in love with Arthur...

Ronnie D. Morris

Ronnie D. Morris

May 2, 2025





Mr. Ronnie D. Morris, age 70, transitioned to be with the Lord on May 2, 2025. Services will be Saturday, May 10, 2025, at 12 Noon, at New Generation Christian Center, 9601 Blue Ridge Blvd, Kansas City, MO 64134.

Ronnie D. Morris was born on December 15, 1954, in Kansas City, Missouri, to Phillip and Bessie Morris. A proud graduate of...

John Lee Melton

John Lee Melton

May 1, 2025

John Lee Melton , 82 was born on July 31, 1942, in Stotesbury, West Virginia to John Joseph Melton and Virginia Melton. Both his parents and his wife, Kay Melton proceeded him in death.

John And Kay were married in 1959 and made Kansas City, Missouri their home where they raised two children, John, David Melton and Lisa K Melton.

His professional...

Mary Frieda Morris

Mary Frieda Morris

May 1, 2025



Mary F Morris, age 92, of Grandview, MO, passed away on Thursday, May 1, 2025, at Belton Regional Medical Center. She worked in multiple industries during her lifetime. Early on, she was a waitress, then joined the printing industry at National Bill of Sales as a typesetter, where she met and married her first husband. After they were married, she...

Sherri Rogers

Sherri Rogers

May 1, 2025

Sheryl Rae (Dowell) Rogers, 66, of Raymore, MO and former longtime Lee’s Summit resident, passed peacefully on May 1, 2025, following a brief battle with pancreatic cancer. She was surrounded by her loving family and the caring staff at Kansas City Hospice House.

Sherri was born February 22, 1959, in Kansas City, MO, the second of three children of Otha A....