Claude "Bryon" Baggerly
Jul 9, 2026
Claude “Bryon” Baggerly departed this earthly life on July 9, 2026 at the age of 68 to be with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ.
Bryon was born on July 1, 1958, to Claude and Betty Baggerly in Kansas City, Mo. He grew up in Liberty, Missouri and graduated from Liberty High School in 1977.
Bryon ran his own small lawn service,...
Woody Herman Hersey Jr.
Jul 8, 2026
Woody Herman Hersey Jr. 52, of Kansas City, Missouri, passed away on July 8, 2026. He was born September 9, 1973 to Delores (Clark) Wemimo and the late Woody Herman Hersey Sr.
He had a long career in law enforcement in the Kansas City metro area, including several years with the Johnson County Community College Police department.
Visitation will be Tuesday, July...
Norma Rowland
Jul 4, 2026
Norma Rowland Obituary
Norma Rowland passed away peacefully on July 4, 2026, at the age of 94.
Norma was a talented athlete whose accomplishments included being named to the 1955 AAU Women’s All-American Basketball Team. Her competitive spirit, determination, and strength remained defining qualities throughout her life. She was also an avid sports fan of the Kansas City Chiefs, proudly holding season...
Norma Louise Petway
Jul 4, 2026
Norma Louise (Harper) Petway was born October 6, 1944, in Baltimore, Maryland to Louis Thomas Harper, Sr. and Florence Eva Woodson.
She graduated from Edmonson High School in Baltimore, Maryland in 1962. In high school, she served on the student council and was a member of the basketball and track teams. She also participated in reading competitions and book clubs.
She was...
Alpha Jean House
Jul 3, 2026
Alpha Jean House was born March 27, 1946, to the union of George and Josephine Martin. She was the second of 3 girls born to this union.
Alpha was a lifelong resident of Independence, MO. She graduated from William Chrisman High School in 1964. She later married Melvin M. House, who preceded her in death. Alpha and Melvin had one daughter.
Alpha...
Rhodanne Marie Schiller
Jul 2, 2026
Rhodanne Marie Schiller, 85 died peacefully at home on July 2, 2026. Rhodanne was born on August 14, 1940, in Kansas City, MO to William Wilder Haskins and Grace Alena Haskins. Rhodanne graduated from Reseda High School in 1957. Later graduating from University of Kansas, with a master’s degree in early childhood education. Rhodanne married James Ray Schiller in February...
Hubert Donald Altis
Jul 2, 2026
Hubert Donald Altis was born on December 6, 1933, at the farm home 4 miles North of Cabool, Missouri on a cold, snowy morning. The family moved to Kansas City, Missouri in 1942, then to Los Angeles, California, back to Kansas City, back to Cabool, then to Mountain Grove, Missouri where Hubert graduated from high school. After high school, in...
Terrence Eskridge
Jul 1, 2026
Terrence Clay Eskridge was born on May 24, 1956 in Hayti, Missouri to Willie James and Ella Beatrice Eskridge. His father preceded him in death.
Terrence was the second of five children and grew up surrounded by the love and energy of a large family. In 1961, his parents moved the family from Hayti, Missouri and settled in Kansas City, Missouri.
Terrence...
Patrick "Pat" A. Jobes
Jun 28, 2026
Patrick “Pat” Albert Jobes passed away peacefully at his Independence, Missouri home on June 28, 2026, surrounded by his loved ones. He was born August 7, 1940, to William Elmo and Lillie Mae (Hendricks) Jobes, Sr. in Moundsville, West Virginia. His family moved to the Greater Kansas City area when he was six years old.
He was preceded in death by...
William (Billy) Wade Hartman
Jun 28, 2026
William (Billy) Wade Hartman passed away peacefully at home on June 28th, 2026. Billy was born July 4th, 1947, to Bill and Betty Hartman. He graduated from Grandview High School and attended a few years of college. He was known for his quiet kind heart. Billy was a very intelligent gentle man who was always there to help his family....
Mary Lou McCoy
Jun 25, 2026
With profound sadness and loving remembrance, we announce the passing of Mary Lou McCoy, who departed this life on June 25, 2026, at the age of 88. Born on February 22, 1938, Mary Lou’s journey was one marked by resilience, generosity, and the kind of warmth that leaves an indelible mark on every heart she touched.
Mary Lou began her professional...
Curtis Walther
Jun 24, 2026
Curtis (Curt) Vernon Walther of Kansas City, Missouri passed away on June 24, 2026. Curt was born in Linton, North Dakota on July 2, 1936 to Martin and Alvina Walther and grew up on a farm outside Linton. As with many farm kids, Curt was instilled with a strong work ethic early in his life. He was also raised with...
Anita Mae Bentley
Jun 24, 2026
With heavy hearts and profound admiration, we announce the peaceful passing of Anita M. Bentley (Hazell), who departed this world on June 24, 2026, in the gentle embrace of sleep. Born on May 21, 1934, in Booneville, Missouri, Anita's journey spanned 92 remarkable years, each filled with love, laughter, and an unyielding spirit that touched the hearts of all who...
Emma Rae Zimmerman
Jun 23, 2026
Emma Rae (Ayers) Zimmerman, 84, peacefully passed away on June 23, 2026, with her beloved sons by her side.
Emma was born on August 15, 1941, in Newton, Kansas, to Charles Frederick Ayers and Eunice Gladwyn Wise. She graduated from Newton High School in 1959 and carried throughout her life the values of hard work, kindness, and devotion to family that...
Donald "Don" G. Chapin
Jun 23, 2026
Donald “Don” G. Chapin, 90, of Mosby MO, passed away surrounded by his loving family on June 23rd, 2026. He was born to the late John and Fern Chapin on September 02, 1935.
Donald was kind, caring, and understanding. He loved his families and was always there to support and encourage them.
In his younger days, he loved riding motorcycles, racing, and...
Marian Wideman
Jun 22, 2026
Marian Wideman, 93, died peacefully on June 22, 2026. Marian was born on July 7, 1932, in Rush Tower, (Jefferson County) Missouri to Milton and Gertrude (Windes) Kiepe. She attended a one-room schoolhouse in Rush Tower for eight years before graduating from Festus High School in 1950.
Marian grew up on the family farm where she split her time between playing...
Donna Mae Eskew
Jun 22, 2026
Donna Mae Eskew was born August 30, 1946, Omaha, NE to Ervin and Mildred (Girmus) Odvody. She was raised on a farm near Milligan, NE where she developed a strong work ethic and close ties to her community. Donna attended Milligan public school, where she played the cornet and trombone in the band, participated in sports, was a cheerleader, and...
David E. Beck, III
Jun 19, 2026
In loving memory of David Beck lll, a cherished son, devoted father, and a beloved brother, uncle, nephew, cousin and friend. We announce his untimely passing on June 19, 2026, at the young age of 29.
Born on April 17, 1997, in Kansas City, Missouri, David's life, though cut short, was filled with love, laughter, and family. His ability to spread...
Leo O. Olsen III
Jun 18, 2026
Leo O. Olsen III, 84, of Kansas City, Missouri passed away on June 18, 2026.
He was born in St. Joseph, Missouri on October 16, 1941. He was preceded in death by his parents, Leo O. Olsen Jr. and Violette J. (Morris) Olsen, his wife, Deanna, sisters, Lillian, Lelia, and Lavonne, and his son, Shawn.
Leo proudly served in the United States...
Charles Steven "Steve" Bosley
Jun 18, 2026
Charles Steven “Steve” Bosley, 65, of Birmingham, Missouri, entered into the presence of our Savior, Jesus Christ, on June 18, 2026, at North Care Hospice House at North Kansas City Hospital.
Steve was born on September 25, 1960, at North Kansas City Hospital to Charles Edward Bosley and Helen Francine Bosley (Peppers). In a remarkable full-circle moment, Steve’s life began and...
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