Obituaries

Aug 16, 2025

Aug 14, 2025

Susan ArMinta Hunt Marcum, Lee's Summit, MO, rejoined her beloved husband, Daniel, on Thursday, August 14, 2025, at home surrounded by family.

She was born April 9, 1943, in Kansas City, MO, the cherished daughter of Harold and Wilma Barnett Hunt. She married the love of her life, Daniel W. Marcum, Sr., on December 19, 1964, at Holmeswood Baptist Church.

Susan was...

Aug 13, 2025

Pamela was a beautiful soul whose life touched everyone she came in contact with: gracious, kind, caring and always serving others - her family, friends and “foreigners” she encountered wherever we lived. Pamela Ellen Loveland, age 67 of Independence, MO; died on August 13, 2025 at home (and finally at CenterPoint Medical Center) following several cardiac arrests.

Pamela was born in...

Aug 12, 2025

Terry Sullivan, 65, of Kansas City, Missouri, died peacefully at home August 12, 2025, after a long battle with cancer. He went to heaven surrounded by his mother, his sister and brother-in-law, and the wonderful hospice nurse who cared for him.

Terry Wayne Sullivan was born on August 13, 1959, in Kansas City, Missouri to William and Barbara(Lewis)Sullivan, joining his big...

Aug 10, 2025

Jack G. Hickman Jr., age 70, of Independence, Missouri, passed away unexpectedly in Bentonville, Arkansas, on August 10, 2025.

Born in Kansas City, Missouri, to Wanda Jean (Bedell) Hickman and Jack G. Hickman Sr., Jack graduated from East High School, before his family moved to Grain Valley, Missouri. He spent the remainder of his life in Independence, Missouri, where he worked...

Aug 10, 2025

Colonel Donald F. Martin, USAF (Ret.)

 November 28, 1935 –August 10, 2025

Donald F. Martin’s journey began on November 28, 1935, in San Francisco, California, born to Fred and Harriet Martin (Howells). His childhood unfolded in the small but spirited town of Kilgore, Texas. A place brimming with oil-field grit, piney woods adventure, and friends who would shape his humble, kind demeanor...

Aug 9, 2025

Imogene Pansy Goss, 94, of Kansas City, Missouri, passed away peacefully at home with her family on August 9, 2025. Imogene was born in McAlester, Oklahoma, on January 18, 1931, to Dallas Franklin Lee and Clara Maude (Jones) Lee.

Imogene maintained her grace, kindness, compassion, and deep love for her family and friends until the end. She always expressed deep gratitude...

Aug 7, 2025

Kathleen May Shanks, age 88, of Gladstone, passed away August 7, 2025.

Kathleen was born June 17, 1937, in Kansas City, Kansas, to Joseph and Dorothy Shelby. She was a devoted mother who worked as a line worker at Daisy for more than 20 years before the company closed and later at Walmart in Gladstone for 12 years. Kathleen and her...

Aug 6, 2025

When Michael Allen McNally passed away on August 6, 2025, the music faded, the bass line dropped and the world got a hell of a lot less fun. Larger than life, it wasn’t just his six-foot-five frame that filled a room, it was his presence, his energy and the way he made everyone feel part of the show.

Born October 25,...

Aug 4, 2025

Kathleen Louise Howell, 69, of Kansas City, Missouri, passed away August 4, 2025. She was born June 26, 1956, a daughter of the late Howard and Katie Howell. 

Kathleen was preceded in death by her parents and maternal grandparents, Jim and Melissa Aldridge and paternal grandfather, Howard Howell Sr. (who nicknamed her LuLu). She is survived by her daughter Kristina Escott...

Aug 2, 2025

Aug 1, 2025

Carol Jean (DeHart) Robey, age 88, of Kansas City, Missouri, passed away on August 1, 2025, surrounded by her loving family.

Carol was born on June 12, 1937, in Weatherby, Missouri. Carol was the daughter of Leslie Eugene DeHart and Vera Lucille (Washam) DeHart, sister to Vera Louise (DeHart) Lindsay. After grade school Carol and her family moved to Liberty MO...

Jul 31, 2025

Clarence Tracy Jr., 73, of Liberty, Missouri, passed away peacefully at his home on July 31, 2025 surrounded by his loving family.

He was born on July 19, 1952, in Liberty, Missouri, and was a graduate of Richmond High School, Class of 1970. Clarence married his High School Sweetheart and love of his life Marsha Hendrix June 25, 1971.

He was drafted...

Jul 29, 2025

Janice Lee Sloan, 100, passed away peacefully in her sleep on Tuesday, July 29th, 2025. Graveside services will be held at 12:00 p.m. on Saturday, September 6, at Park Lawn Funeral Home, 8251 Hillcrest Rd., Kansas City, MO, 64138.



One of five children, Janice was born on July 13, 1925, in Des Moines, Iowa, to Gustavus Vasa and Hattie Mae Johnson....

Jul 29, 2025

In Loving Memory of John H Rodabaugh 1940– 2025 It is with profound sadness and heavy hearts that we announce the passing of John H Rodabaugh, age 85, on July 29, 2025. John passed away peacefully, surrounded by family and loved ones, leaving behind a legacy of dedication, strength, and an unwavering love for music. 

Born on 4/11/1940 in Bronaugh, Missouri....

Jul 28, 2025

Geraldine R. Bomar passed away peacefully on July 28, 2025, at the age of 100. Geraldine, Geri to those who knew her, was born in Milwaukee, Wisconsin and lived in the Kansas City area most of her adult life. She was preceded in death by her parents, her brother and her sister. She is survived by her children: Patricia Sprague...

Jul 27, 2025

Louise Katherine Watson, 86, Kansas City Northland and formerly of LaSalle, IL and Malden, MO. Passed away peacefully July 27, 2025 with her loved ones at her side.

Louise was born July 23, 1939 in St. Mary’s Hospital, LaSalle, Illinois. The daughter of Russell R. and Mabel A. (Rutkowski) Stiffel. Louise grew up in LaSalle and attended the Oglesby – Washington...

Jul 24, 2025

Merle D. Masters, age 96, of Holt, Missouri, passed away peacefully on July 24, 2025.

Visitation will begin at 10:00 AM, followed by a service celebrating Merle’s life at 11:00 AM, on Thursday, July 31, at Northern Hills Baptist Church, Highway 33 at 180th Street, Holt, MO 64048. Merle will then be taken in procession for a burial at Glenridge Cemetery,...

Jul 21, 2025

Gregory A. Goul was born on July 27, 1958, in Topeka, Kansas to William W. and Patsy J. Goul. He is preceded in death by both parents and two brothers: Jeffery Goul and Dale Goul.

Gregory lived in the Kansas City aera most of his life. He worked for the Dazey Products Company. They were an American home appliance manufacturer, specializing...

Jul 20, 2025

Etta Wyvonne Wilson Pipes Marshall, fondly known to her friends and family as “Huny,” passed into her Heavenly home on July 20, 2025.

Etta was born January 3, 1944, on a farm near New Boston (Macon County), Missouri, the youngest of four children of Orley Adron Wilson and Jewell Lucinda (Tallman) Wilson. She is preceded in death by her parents, brother...