Obituaries

Feb 28, 2025

Billy Joe Shewmaker was born April 27, 1934, in Lee’s Summit, Missouri to Hubert and Molly Shewmaker. He was preceded in death by his parents, wife Bertha, son Michael, daughter Sandra, great-granddaughter Belle Thach, brother Gene, and sisters Wilma, Betty Lou, Susie, and Darlene.

 Not long after his birth, the family relocated to Pleasant Hill, Missouri, where he attended school. In...

Feb 26, 2025

Joshua "Drake" Drake, 39, died peacefully on February 26, 2025. Josh was born on December 13th, 1985 in Gravette, Arkansas to Robert and Rae Lynne Drake. He graduated from McDonald County High School in 2004 and went on to attend Pitt State University in Pittsburg, Kansas. Josh met Katelyn in 2007 and together they had Lilly (16) in 2008. Josh...

Feb 23, 2025

Stanley Eugene Donnell, age 96, of Liberty, Missouri, passed away on February 23, 2025. He was born on September 3, 1928, in Taft, California, to Roy Everett and Nellie Faith Smart Donnell. Lovingly described as gruff, a man with a hard exterior but was a teddy bear.

Stanley grew up in Windsor, Missouri, the youngest of five. He lost his father...

Feb 23, 2025

Ann C. Witzl Martin, 72, peacefully passed away in the arms of her children on Sunday, February 23, 2025, in Liberty, MO. 

Ann was born on January 10, 1953, in St. Louis, MO, to her loving parents, Dorothy and Harry Witzl. She was the middle of three children, growing up with a built-in best friend in her sister, Joan. Ann graduated...

Feb 23, 2025

Kenneth Wayne Emery, age 72, of Kansas City, Missouri, passed away January 23, 2025.

Private family services.

Feb 21, 2025

Julia (Julie) Anne (Moniz) Boissonneau, age 82, died peacefully on February 21, 2025, in her home. Julie was born on  October 17, 1942, in Fall River Massachusetts to Joseph Moniz and Rosaria (Costa) Moniz. She met and married Gerard R. Boissonneau on May 8, 1965, and remained in Fall River until 1968 when they moved to Plymouth, Massachusetts. 

While in Plymouth...

Feb 20, 2025

Melanie Beaulieu, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully on February 20, 2025, at the age of 57, surrounded by her loved ones after a courageous battle with lung cancer. She was born on July 26, 1967, in Smithville, MO to Elizabeth Anne Yates Salisbury. Melanie’s life was a tapestry woven with love, resilience, and joy. 

Melanie attended...

Feb 18, 2025

Anthony "Tony" Moreno Sr. passed away peacefully on February 18, 2025, leaving behind a legacy of love, service, and unwavering faith. Born on April 17, 1937, to John Moreno and Dolores Zacarias. 

In 1955, he proudly enlisted in the U.S. Marine Corps, where he trained as a heavy equipment operator, embodying the dedication and resilience that would define his life. As...

Feb 17, 2025

Roena Belle Jennings, daughter of Ancil and Nadine Starnes Williams, was born on March 5, 1938, in Manford, Oklahoma. She peacefully entered her eternal home on February 17, 2025, in Liberty, Missouri, at the age of 86.Raised in Kansas City, Missouri, Roena dedicated her life to Christ at the age of 10. A graduate of East High School, she carried...

Feb 15, 2025

Feb 14, 2025

Angelo “Butch” Giangrosso, age 79, residing in Independence, MO passed away Friday, February 14, 2025.

Angelo was born on June 1, 1945, in Indianapolis, Indiana. Angelo grew up in the northeast part of Kansas City, MO and went to Northeast High School. After school Angelo spent 4 years in the Army as a mechanic.

At the age of 24 he married Paulette...

Feb 11, 2025

Shirley A. Wanstreet was born October 21, 1936, in Salem, West Virginia, to Ivan and Catherine (Daniels) Wanstreet. She departed this life at the age of eighty-eight on February 11, 2025, while at Life Care Center in Grandview, Missouri.

In 1954, she graduated from Northeast High School in Kansas City, Missouri, and began working as a switchboard operator for AT&T.

Shirley married...

Feb 10, 2025

Jacqueline "Jacki" Hinderks, (77) of Liberty Missouri went to be with the Lord surrounded by her dearest loved ones, on February 10,2025, after a lengthy battle with Renal Disease. 

 Jacki was born in South Bend, Indiana, on the 21rst day of September 1947, to Russel and Anna Parks. She was the 5th of seven children. After graduating from Southside High School...

Feb 9, 2025

 

Kenneth R. “Dick” Wright, 83, passed away peacefully at his home on February 9, 2025, surrounded by his loving family.

 Visitation will be from 1:00 to 2:00 on Tuesday, February 18, at Park Lawn Northland Chapel (1640 N. MO 291 Hwy, Liberty, MO 64068). A memorial service will follow at 2:00. Afterwards, inurnment will follow at Glenridge Cemetery in Liberty, Missouri....

Feb 9, 2025

Services for Maxine M. Kellam will be held Friday, February 21, 2025, at Park Lawn Chapel. Visitation will begin at 12:30pm, followed by funeral services at 1:30pm. Burial in Green Lawn Cemetery.

Feb 8, 2025

With profound sadness, we announce the passing of Danny "Deac" Henderson, a beloved husband, father, brother and uncle, passed away February 8, 2025, unexpectedly. He was born on April 29, 1947, to Paul and Virginia Henderson.

Dan leaves behind a loving family who will forever cherish his memory. His devoted wife Debbie of 48 years; beloved daughter Crystal Henderson (Frank); loving...

Feb 8, 2025

Jaunita Freeman of Lee’s Summit, Missouri, passed away on Saturday, February 8, 2025, just one day after her 89th birthday.

Jaunita was born on February 7, 1936, in Oakland, Arkansas, near Mountain Home. She was the daughter of Guy and Myrtle (Fox) Sisney and had two older sisters, Wilma (Brown) and Joyce (Jenkins); two younger brothers, Delmo and Freddie; and a...

Feb 8, 2025

SUNRISE         ~          SUNSET

March 18, 1972              February 8, 2025

Stephanie Elizabeth Trice, age 52, of Grandview, MO, passed away February 8, 2025.

Viewing will be held at 10am Saturday, February 22, 2025, at Second Missionary Baptist Church at 5111 Harry S. Truman Dr., Grandview, MO, 64030. Funeral services will...

Feb 6, 2025

In Loving Memory of Bobby Joe Balentine

[1949] – [2025]

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Bobby Balentine, who left us on February 6th at the age of 75.

Early Life

Born June 12th in Marshall, Arkansas, Bobby was the beloved child of Merol Balentine and Ermadean (Harris) Dudziak. From a young age, Bob exhibited a natural love of...

Feb 5, 2025

With profound sadness, we announce the passing of Alfred “Al” Dale Hopkins Jr. on February 5, 2025, at the age of 92. A devoted family man, skilled locksmith, and deeply spiritual soul, Al’s presence brought wisdom, kindness, and unwavering faith to all who knew him.

Born on October 26, 1932, Al dedicated his life to his craft as a locksmith, helping...