Obituaries

Michael J. O'Hare

Michael J. O'Hare

Oct 23, 2023

Michael J. O’Hare, 60, of Liberty, Missouri died Monday, October 23, 2023.  Mike was born on January 3, 1963 in Kansas City, Missouri, the son of Robert and Donna O’Hare. Mike grew up in Liberty where he graduated from high school, then went on to receive his Bachelor’s degree in Business Management from William Jewell College.

 

On November 25,...

Mary Ann "Marianne" Melena

Mary Ann "Marianne" Melena

Oct 23, 2023

Marianne Theresa Melena, 88, passed away peacefully on October 23, 2023, in Kansas City, MO. She was a much-loved daughter, wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and friend.Visitation and Rosary will be held at Coronation of Our Lady Catholic Church, 13000 Benington Avenue, Grandview, MO on Friday, October 27th, 2023 at 10am.Mass of Christian Burial will be at 11am.Interment will follow at...

Paul David Van Nostran

Paul David Van Nostran

Oct 21, 2023

 

In Loving Memory of Paul David Van Nostran

01/30/1931- 10/21/2023

 

We mourn the loss of a remarkable individual, Paul David Van Nostran who peacefully left this world on October 21, 2023, at Benton House of   Staley Hills, Kansas City, Missouri.  Paul was a dedicated golfer, a true artist on the fairways, and a cherished member of the community. ...

Keith Orlando Blanks

Keith Orlando Blanks

Oct 19, 2023

Keith Orlando Blanks, 66, of Kansas City, Missouri, passed away on Thursday, October 19, 2023 at Ignite Medical Resort in Kansas City, Kansas. Funeral services are scheduled for 2:00 PM on Friday, October 27, 2023 at Park Lawn Funeral Home, 8251 Hillcrest Road, Kansas City, Missouri 64138. Burial will follow in Memorial Park Cemetery in Kansas City, Missouri.

Keith Orlando...

Lawrence Vaughn, Jr.

Lawrence Vaughn, Jr.

Oct 18, 2023

Lawrence Vaughn, Jr., 77, passed away October 18, 2023.  

Lawrence Vaughn, Jr. was born in Omaha, Nebraska on August 28, 1946 to Lawrence Vaughn, Sr. and Dorian Johnny Wise. Larry grew up with three sisters and one brother. Larry’s father, mother, two sisters and brother preceded him in death.

Larry attended Wayne High School and he was a straight...

Mary R. Bates

Mary R. Bates

Oct 16, 2023

Mary R. Bates, 97, passed away October 16, 2023.  Visitation will be 9AM, with services to follow at 10AM, Tuesday, October 24 at Hickman Mills Community Christ Church, 5809 E. Red Bridge Rd., Kansas City, Missouri; burial in Floral Hills Cemetery.

Deanna Lee Olsen

Deanna Lee Olsen

Oct 16, 2023

Deanna Lee Olsen, 76, passed away peacefully on October 16, 2023.  Deanna was born April 5, 1947 in Kansas City, Missouri.  

Deanna was preceded in death by her father John Tosspon and his wife Gayle, her mother Shirley Laquet, sister Becky Tosspon, brother Eddie Tosspon and son Patrick Creed.

Survivors include her husband Leo Olsen; daughter Carolyn Hunter and...

Benton B. "Ben" Holt

Benton B. "Ben" Holt

Oct 15, 2023

Benton Bert Holt, Junior went to be with the Lord on October 15, 2023.  He spent his final days at home surrounded by the family he loved and his loving wife of 57 years, Kathryn Holt.  

Ben was born on August 7, 1947 in Kansas City, MO.  He graduated from Northeast (Kansas City) High School in 1965.  He then...

Jerry J. White

Jerry J. White

Oct 14, 2023

Jerry J. White, 81, passed away October 14, 2023.  

Jerry and his wife Donna shared six children, Steve, Sherry, Judy, Jerry, Tammy, and Cindy, fourteen grandchildren, and a multitude of great-grandchildren. Jerry was active in his community and served as an elected official for Lakeside Village. In January 2009, Jerry co-founded a free Family Care Clinic to serve community...

Thomas Brasfield

Thomas Brasfield

Oct 10, 2023

Born in Kansas City, Missouri to the parents of William and Marian Brasfield on February 21, 1939, Tom had three younger brothers: David Brasfield (Deceased), Michael Brasfield (Mesa, AZ) and Scott Brasfield (San Francisco, CA).  They grew up in Missouri and spent a lot of time at the Lake of the Ozarks camping and enjoying water sports.  Tom married Betty...

David Anthony Carboneau

David Anthony Carboneau

Oct 9, 2023



          David Anthony Carboneau, 66, of the Kansas City Northland, passed away October 9, 2023, at his home.

          Dave was born May 6, 1957, at Chateaudun AFB, France, the eldest of four children of Ralph Wallace and Ann Elizabeth (McCloskey) Carboneau.  Along with his parents, Dave was preceded in death by his wife, Tracy Lane (Choate) Carboneau, and...

Richard L. McNeal

Richard L. McNeal

Oct 9, 2023

Richard L. McNeal, 67, passed away October 9, 2023.  Visitation will be 1-2PM, Monday, October 16 at Park Lawn Funeral Home, 8251 Hillcrest Rd., Kansas City, Missouri; graveside services to follow at 2PM at Memorial Park Cemetery.

Eugene E. McCracken

Eugene E. McCracken

Oct 8, 2023

Eugene E. McCracken, 91, passed away October 8, 2023.  Eugene was born February 24, 1932 in Kansas City, Missouri to Efton and Evelyn (Riley) McCracken.  He served in the United States Air Force during the Korean conflict.  Eugene is survived by his loving wife MaryAnn, one sister, 4 children, 9 grandchildren, great grandchildren and great great grandchildren.  He was preceded...

JoAnn Strother

JoAnn Strother

Oct 7, 2023

In Memoriam: Joann Strother (July 6, 1936 - October 7, 2023) It is with heavy hearts that we bid farewell to a remarkable soul, Joann Strother, who peacefully departed from this world on October 7, 2023. Born in Kansas City, Missouri, Joann's life was a testament to the power of compassion and the impact one person can have on their...

Melvia Lois (Webb) Williams

Melvia Lois (Webb) Williams

Oct 6, 2023

 

          Melvia Lois (Webb) Williams, 89, of Liberty, MO, passed away October 6, 2023.

           Melvia was born April 27, 1934, in Happy, TX, the youngest of six children of Tillman and Thelma (Robertson) Webb.  She was united in marriage to Kenneth Lee Williams in 1960, and they were blessed with three children, Kenne Dean, Cindy, and Edward.  Along...

Ethelinda Garcia

Ethelinda Garcia

Oct 5, 2023

Ethelinda Garcia, 93, passed away October 5, 2023.  

It is with sweet sorrow that we announce that Ethelinda (Ethel) Hernandez Garcia, age 93, peacefully entered the presence of her Lord and Savior on October 5, 2023. Visitation will be 5:30-7:30PM, Tuesday, October 10 at Park Lawn Funeral Home, 8251 Hillcrest Rd., Kansas City, Missouri.  Funeral services will be 11AM, Wednesday,...

Buddy J. Collins

Buddy J. Collins

Oct 4, 2023

Buddy J. Collins, 78, passed away October 4, 2023.  Buddy was born January 20, 1945 in Buckeye, Arizona to George and Marie (Williams) Collins.  He served in the United States Army during Vietnam (1968-1969) and in the Army National Guard Reserves (1977-1979).  Buddy retired after working as a Custodian of Park Hill High School, a Truck Driver of Oil Rigs...

Patricia Ann Stockdale

Patricia Ann Stockdale

Oct 3, 2023

Patricia Ann Stockdale, affectionately known as "Pat," has left us to join the big wrestling ring in the sky on October 3, 2023, at the age of 87. She was a force to be reckoned with, born on May 15, 1936, in Leavenworth, KS, and she certainly made her mark.

Patricia was a one-of-a-kind soul, a delightful mix of passion,...

Jimmie Miller, Jr.

Jimmie Miller, Jr.

Oct 2, 2023

Jimmie Miller, Jr., (RMCS US Navy Ret.),73, of the Kansas City Northland, passed peacefully at home on October 2, 2023.

​Jimmie was born April 4, 1950, in Spartanburg, SC, the eldest of four children of Jimmie and Virginia Lee (Fowler) Miller. He was united in marriage to Paula Jeanne Atienza on April 23, 1994.  Along with his parents, Jimmie was preceded in death...

Janice D. King

Janice D. King

Sep 30, 2023

Janice D. King, 76, passed away at Kansas City Hospice House on September 30, 2023 after a two year long battle with cancer.  Janice was born March 1, 1947 in Kansas City, Missouri to John and Eleanor (Santache) Stasi.  She was a graduate of St. Mary's High School class of 1965.  Janice moved to Shawnee, Kansas in 1978 where she...