Obituaries

Feb 11, 2026

Frederick Maurice Hubbard was born August 22nd of 1978 and passed away on February 11th, 2026. He was loved dearly by many and will be missed deeply. 

Feb 14, 2026

Kenneth Gregorie was a witty, intelligent, loving man. He was born in Kansas City, Mo on August 23rd. 1968 to James Gregorie and Roxie Grimes. He passed in his home in Blue Springs, Mo surrounded by family on February 14th, 2026 of Liver cancer after surviving two previous cases. He survived colon cancer and then liver cancer before it was...

Feb 14, 2026

Feb 13, 2026

Danny Lewis Owen, born July 31, 1934, in Princeton, Missouri passed away peacefully February 13, 2026 leaving behind a legacy of faith, family, service and community.

Danny grew up on a farm near Princeton, Missouri where he enjoyed hunting and fishing and was a lifeguard at the community pool. After graduation from Ravanna high school in 1952, he spent two adventurous...

Feb 12, 2026

Loretta M. Yates, a cherished mother, and beloved member of the community, passed away on February 12, 2026, at the age of 85. Born on November 27, 1940, Loretta lived a life rich in love, commitment, and service, leaving an indelible mark on all who knew her.

For nearly 40 years, Loretta served as a judge on the election board, demonstrating...

Feb 11, 2026

Michael Terry Drowns from Kansas City, Missouri passed away on February 11, 2026, at the age of 85.

Michael was preceded in death by his wife of 56 years, Linda Drowns. He is survived by his 3 children, grandchildren, and great grandchildren, including Holly (Drowns) Ridge (husband Jerry; children Jerry III, Hayden, and Hailey), Michelle (Drowns) Allmon (husband Adam; sons Zane...

Feb 8, 2026

Gloria Anne Gossett, age 87, passed on at Valley Manor Center in Excelsior Springs Missouri following a short illness.

Gloria was the third of four children and first daughter born on March 13, 1938, in Kansas City Missouri. Her parents were Bernice (Davidson) Puls and Fred Puls. Her early years were spent in Kansas City before her family moved to Liberty...

Feb 7, 2026

Feb 6, 2026

Marjorie “Sue” Miller, 88, of Appleton City, Missouri passed away February 6, 2026. She was born February 18, 1937, in Kansas City, Missouri, the youngest of eight, to Ralph and Mildred Potter.

Sue attended Southeast High School in Kansas City, Missouri and worked as a supervisor in manufacturing and pharmaceuticals and retired as office manager at the family business in 2011.

Sue...

Feb 5, 2026

Jo Anna Moore, 77, of Kansas City, MO, passed peacefully on February 5, 2026, surrounded by all the love she spent a lifetime giving so freely to others

Jo Anna was born on July 28, 1948, to Joseph and Leila Snider of Braymer, MO

Jo Anna was a woman with a deep and steady faith. Her love for God guided the way...

Feb 5, 2026

Carey H. Weinel, Jr., 75, of Lees Summit, Missouri, passed away February 5, 2026 at home surrounded by his family. He was born in Colorado Springs, CO to the late Carey and Kathleen Weinel, Sr. A devoted husband, father, papa, great-papa, brother and uncle. Carey lived a life defined by hard work, laughter, and love for those around him.

Carey grew...

Feb 5, 2026

Stephen “Steve” Ray Hook, a beloved father, grandfather and friend passed away February 5, 2026.

Born on May 25, 1957 in Kansas City, Steve was the only child of Ray Crews Hook and Janet “Kay” (Hurst). He was raised in Liberty by his mother Kay and grandmother, Eleanor Hurst.

Steve’s career as a Liberty Missouri Fire Fighter spanned more than two decades....

Feb 3, 2026

Shirley Dene Van Deusen, daughter of Wilber Cecil Davis and Mary Delta Davis, was born on June 13, 1928, and passed away on February 3, 2026.

On October 8, 1948, she married Kenneth LaVaughn Van Deusen, a Church of Christ minister. Together they shared a life rooted in faith, service, and devotion to family. Shirley’s faith and beliefs were central to...

Feb 3, 2026

Sonny Rue, of Independence, Missouri, passed away on February 3, 2026, at St. Luke’s East Hospital following a short illness. He was born on March 10, 1936, in Kansas City, Kansas, to Oris and Edna (Odell) Rue, the youngest of three children. A lifelong resident of the Kansas City metropolitan area, Sonny worked for Hansen Dental Lab in Mission, Kansas,...

Feb 2, 2026

Sandra K. Morey, age 84, of Blue Springs, Missouri, passed away peacefully at her home on Monday, February 2, surrounded by her loving family.

Born on March 15, 1941, in Kansas City, Kansas, Sandra was the daughter of E.G. and Gladys McEntire. She was also a beloved sister to John McEntire and his wife, Loretta.

Sandra was the devoted wife of the...

Feb 2, 2026

Geraldine June Bailey Age 92

Geraldine (Jerry) June Bailey, 92, of Oak Grove, MO, passed away peacefully on February 2, 2026,

Born on September 6, 1933, in Nashville Tennessee, to the late Thurman Edens and Gladys

Sue Street, Jerry was an only child and spent most of her life in Kansas City.

Jerry enjoyed her career with the IRS and sold Avon for many...

Feb 2, 2026

Frank D. Brown, 69, of Blue Springs, Missouri passed away at home on Monday, February 2, 2026. He was born in Kansas City, Missouri to the late Raymond D. and Twila (Hillsman) Brown on August 31, 1956.

He is survived by his wife Michelle, of 51 years sons Frank (Jessica) Jr., Raymond (Kasey), and Michael Brown, 5 grandchildren: Lauren, Alexander, Brayden,...

Feb 2, 2026

Clark Lynn Hulbert, 80, of Belton, Missouri, entered into rest with Jesus on February 2, 2026.

Clark took his first breath on March 14, 1945, in Corpus Christi, Texas, where his dad was stationed in the Navy during the latter days of World War II. He was the eldest of five children born to Carroll and Inez Hulbert. His siblings are...

Feb 2, 2026

Norma Jeanne (McMillian) Baucom, born November 30, 1939, in Kansas City, Missouri, passed away at home in Independence, Missouri. She was 86 years old.

A lifelong resident of the Kansas City area, Norma‘s journey began in the heart of Kansas City and remained rooted in the area she loved. She graduated from Northeast High School in 1957, where she met her...

Feb 1, 2026

Jean Carolyn (Thomlinson) Pearson, age 83, died peacefully surrounded by family on February 1, 2026. Jean was born on June 15, 1942, in Springfield, Missouri. Her father died when Jean was two years old. Her mother worked two jobs to provide for Jean and her two brothers, and Jean took on many household responsibilities at a young age. She married...