Obituaries

Jan 28, 2022

Ralph L Ireland, 97, of Raytown, MO, passed away January 28, 2022 at Cedarhurst Senior Living of Blue Springs. Ralph was born September 30, 1924 at home in Claycomo, MO to Victor and Minnie Ireland and was a lifelong Kansas City area resident. Immediately after graduation from East High School, Ralph joined the Army Air Corp (name changed to Air...

Jan 28, 2022

Helen Elizabeth (Beth) Austin, 68, of Kansas City, MO, passed away January 28, 2022, at North Kansas City Hospital after a brief unexpected illness.

Beth was born September 1, 1953, in Kansas City, MO, the daughter of Schuyler and LaVera Mack.

Beth graduated from Shawnee Mission South High School in 1972, and received her bachelors and MBA from Park College...

Jan 26, 2022

Helen Baker Renfrow Hardy

Helen died on January 26, 2022 at Saint Luke’s Hospital in Overland Park, Kansas at the age of 93 after a brief illness with Covid-19. She was born in Boonville, North Carolina to Thomas Bryant Baker and Zetta Viola Ray on November 30, 1928.

Helen attended public schools in Boonville, then attended Appalachian State Teachers College...

Jan 25, 2022

Steven Lee Sebright, 72, of Lathrop, MO, passed away January 25, 2022, at Liberty Hospital with loved ones at his side.

Steve was born December 3, 1949, in St. Louis, MO. He was united in marriage to Ann Elizabeth Herring on January 24, 1970.

Steve's career as a Millwright included the Carpenters' Union from 1967-1982, Ford Motor Company in Hazelwood,...

Jan 25, 2022

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Lawrence Edward Ballenger, Jr., 91, of Kearney, MO, passed away January 25, 2022, at Liberty Health and Wellness in Liberty.

Larry was born March 12, 1930, in Kansas City, MO, the eldest of two children of Lawrence Edward Sr. and Oral Virginia (Heckenliable) Ballenger. Along with his parents, Larry was preceded in death by his sister, Barbara...

Jan 25, 2022

Paul Richard Howerton, II, 63, of Independence, MO, went to be with Jesus on January 25, 2022.

Paul was born January 10, 1959, in Independence, MO, the third of five children of Frank and Sigrid Howerton. His sister, Lesa Loos preceded him in death. He graduated from Fort Osage High School, Class of 1977, and later received his Bachelor of...

Jan 24, 2022

Vivian Marie Boren, age 71, passed away January 24, 2022. She was born in Borger, Texas to Gordon and Marcia Tietz on October 5, 1950.

She married William “Bill” Boren on June 6, 1970, and together they raised 4 children.

Vivian served alongside her husband for over four decades in a variety of ministries. Her ministry influence was felt at...

Jan 23, 2022

Delty Jahn Winfrey, II, 55, a lifelong Liberty resident, passed away January 23, 2022, at Liberty Hospital.

Delty was born November 26, 1966, in Kansas City, MO, and graduated from Liberty High School in 1985. He was the elder of two sons of Delty Jahn Winfrey, a native of Carrollton, MO, and Marilyn Ethel (Morris) Winfrey from Bogard, MO. Delty...

Jan 23, 2022

Harold L. Henderson, 89, passed away January 23, 2022.

He is survived by his children: Reg Jones, Sr., Barbara Church, Danny Henderson, Marilyn Brindley and Reg Jones, Jr.; eight grandchildren, eighteen great grandchildren and eight great great grandchildren.

Visitation will be 1PM, with services to follow at 2PM, Saturday, January 29 at Park Lawn Funeral Home, 8251 Hillcrest Rd., Kansas...

Jan 23, 2022

Alice Marie (Muessig) Flanigan, 98, a longtime Liberty resident, joined her husband Bill and other loved ones in her heavenly home on January 23, 2022. She passed peacefully at her home in Liberty with loved ones at her side.

Alice was born September 29, 1923, near Pilot Grove, MO, the second of five children of John Joseph and Augusta (Diehl)...

Jan 23, 2022

Lynn A. Dykes, 72, devoted wife, mother, sister, grandmother and great grandmother, passed away January 23, 2022, surrounded by family.

Lynn was born September 3, 1949, in Springfield, MO. She married the love of her life, Lyle Dykes on June 28, 1980. They resided in Kansas City and loved to travel and sightsee. Lynn worked in the X-ray business for...

Jan 23, 2022

Jan 22, 2022

Brett Lloyd Fuller, 49, of Kingsville, Missouri, was surrounded by loved ones when he passed January 22, 2022. Born December 23, 1972, Brett graduated from Grandview High and Lincoln Tech, earning his degree in automotive mechanics. He began his career at Cox Air in Belton, where he spent 26 years as a Sheet Metal Mechanic and member of Local 2...

Jan 22, 2022

Christine Iona Harless, 82, passed away January 22, 2022. Christine was born April 1, 1939 in Kansas City, Missouri. She graduated from Center High School in 1957. Christine worked for Clairol and Hodgen Powder Company until retirement. She loved going to dinners with the girls from high school, enjoyed painting, spending time with her grandkids and going to the lake...

Jan 21, 2022

Margaret Mae Riley of Raytown, Mo. passed peacefully on Friday, Jan. 21st, 2022. She joins her heavenly family and beloved husband Robert E. Riley. They will celebrate their 75th Wedding Anniversary in heaven. Margaret was born in Brunswick, Missouri on July 20th, 1926 to Vernon Masters and Freda (Kolas) Masters. She graduated from Manual High School in Kansas City during...

Jan 20, 2022

Percy Robinson Sr. entered this world on December 11, 1930 in Canton, MS to the union of Alberta and Maggie Robinson. He was one of 13 children. He was preceded in death by his wife Restee Robinson, both parents and 7 siblings: Walter Robinson, Herbie Robinson, Calvin Robinson, Versie Rogers, Frank Robinson, Chester Lee Robinson and Leander Robinson.

Percy grew...

Jan 20, 2022

Rhonda Kay (Cashatt) Elliott, 66, passed peacefully at home in Excelsior Springs on January 20, 2022, with loved ones at her side.

Rhonda was born January 25, 1955, in Kansas City, MO, the fifth of eight children of Charles and Mamie (Keith) Cashatt. She grew up in Liberty, MO and graduated from Liberty High School.

Rhonda was a member of...

Jan 19, 2022

Denise Roxanne (Hixon) Kneer, 66, of Kearney, MO, passed away January 19, 2022, at Liberty Hospital.

Denise was born December 17, 1955, in Davenport, Iowa, the daughter of Gerald Justin and Darlene Burnette (Hazen) Hixon. She graduated from Richwoods High School in Peoria, IL. Denise moved to Kearney in 2013 and worked for Kearney Animal Clinic.

Denise leaves her children,...

Jan 19, 2022

William “Bill” Joseph Williams, 63, passed away January 19, 2022. William was born June 1, 1958 in Kansas City, Missouri to Champ Williams and Alice (Salyer) Williams. He was preceded in death by his parents. Survivors include his wife Mary Williams; children: Tina, Desiree, Tara, Daniel, John and Alice; grandchildren: Cheryl, Dallas, Bryce, Jordan, Brianna, Kaylee, Stormy, Danielle, Dominic, Yasmin,...

Jan 19, 2022

Verdean Ellen (Sexton) Chapman, 82, a longtime Liberty resident, went to be with the Lord on January 19, 2022, at Liberty Hospital, with loved ones at her side.

Verdean was born September 3, 1939, in Albany, MO, the youngest of four children of B.H. and Berneice (Jeffries) Sexton. Along with her parents, Verdean was preceded in death by three brothers,...