Obituaries

Jul 4, 2024

Amidst the celebration of our Nation’s Independence Day, the world lost a beacon of grace and creativity as Donna Elaine Root passed away unexpectedly, but peacefully at her home in Liberty, Missouri. Born on July 25, 1935, in the heart of Liberty, she graced this world with her presence for 88 years before departing on July 4, 2024.

Donna's life was...

Jul 4, 2024

Dorothy (Dot) Eason Duke Hardacker of Blue Spring, Mo. went home to be with the LORD, Thursday, July 4th , 2024. Her funeral service will be at the Gathering Baptist church in Blue Springs, Mo.. Wednesday July 10 th . Visitation will be at 10:00am with funeral to follow at 11:00 am, with the Rev. Nate Jones officiating. Corey Ward,...

Jul 2, 2024

Dr. Jeanne Marie Seberg Johnson of Liberty died on July 2, 2024, at home with family by her side.

Jeanne was born April 4, 1934 in Chicago, Ill., the only child of Roy and Helen (Anderson) Seberg. She married David Busch Johnson on March 17, 1956 and together they raised three sons, Andy (Liz), Mark (Karen), and Pete (Vickie). First among...

Jul 1, 2024

Alan Bruce Snyder was known for his dedication to his family and career passed away at his home in Liberty, Missouri on July 1, 2024 at age 71. He was born on January 19, 1953, to Howard and Jane Snyder in Middletown, Pennsylvania. 

Alan lived a life full of adventure. After graduating from Smithsburg High School in 1970 where he excelled...

Jun 30, 2024

Lyle L. CaseSeptember 18, 1949 — June 30, 2024 Independence, MissouriLyle L. Case, 74, passed away June 30, 2024. Lyle was born September 18, 1949 in Decatur, Nebraska to Francis and Wilma (Taylor) Case. In 1970, he married Jeanne A. Johnson and they have celebrated 54 years of marriage. He worked at the Blue Ridge Mobile Home Park for over 30...

Jun 29, 2024

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Toni Marie Rice, a remarkable and selfless woman with so much love to give to those around her. Toni was 52 years old when her courageous and long battle of health came to an end on June 29th, 2024.

Toni was born on October 19th, 1971, in Hayward, California. She...

Jun 29, 2024

Esther Ruth Forsbeck passed away peacefully on June 29, 2024, at the age of 82.

Esther was born on January 8, 1942 in Memphis, Tennessee to Edwin and Beatrice (Kirby) Roswell. Esther grew up with two older brothers, Charles and Edwin and a younger sister, Beatrice. The Roswell family eventually moved to West Long Branch, New Jersey because of the father...

Jun 28, 2024

Clarice Terrell was born on August 24,1943 in Kansas City, MO to Clarence and Julia Davis. 

She attended Central High School and went on to obtain her cosmetology license in 1987 from Paris Beauty College. However, her proudest accomplishment was obtaining her GED in 2015 while caring for children.

Those who knew Clarice knows she lived life to the fullest. She never...

Jun 27, 2024

Jimmie Maurice Williams, age 90, passed away June 27, 2024, at his home in Leander, Texas. Jimmie was born on August 1st, 1933, in Valley Mills, Texas, to Jimmie Judson Williams and Vera Mae Hargus Williams. 

Upon graduating from Baylor University in 1955, Jim began a 31-year career as a pilot in the United States Air Force, and married his wife,...

Jun 26, 2024

Jun 25, 2024

Barbara Jean Baker, 89, Liberty, MO passed away June 25, 2024 at Liberty Hospital.  Memorial Services will be 6:00pm Monday, July 01, 2024 at St. Stephen Lutheran Church (205 N. Forest Ave, Liberty, MO 64068) Visitation will be from 5-6pm prior to the service.  In lieu of flowers the family suggest memorial contributions in Barbara's memory be given to St....

Jun 25, 2024

Marcella Lorine Perkins, 47, of Independence, MO passed away on June 25th, 2024 after a tortuous battle with cancer.Marcella was born in Kansas City, MO on December 22, 1976.She is survived by numerous family and friends including two brothers, Phillip and Bruce Pugh. Marcella had an immense, deep love for her family and friends that helped her through the battle...

Jun 25, 2024

Betty Lou Elliott, a dedicated homemaker and pillar of strength, passed away on June 25, 2024, leaving behind a legacy of love and resilience. She was born on July 15, 1930 in Wichita, Kansas. Affectionately known as Momma, Betty was a strong and independent woman who devoted her life to raising four hard-headed boys with unwavering determination.

 Betty's life centered around...

Jun 22, 2024

Vernon L. Hilliard 81, left this world on June 22, 2024. He was born to Vernon Hilliard and Velma (Cramer) Hilliard on June 5, 1943, in Kansas City MO. He attended Central High School and then East High School and graduated in 1961. While in school, he met Susan Pope, the love of his life and they were married on...