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Park Lawn Funeral Home offers a comprehensive list of obituaries in the Kansas City and Liberty areas. We choose to celebrate life in death and remember our deceased loved ones with love and happiness. Please take a moment to view current obituaries and leave your memories for all to enjoy.

Farley, Corey G.
May 8, 1986 — April 15, 2021
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Corey Gene Farley passed away on April 15, 2021 at his home in Kansas City, MO at the young age of 34. Corey is survived by his parents JoAnne & Gene, brother Craig, nephew Rye, niece Adalyn, sister-in-law Emily, grandmother Janet Farley, aunts, uncles, cousins and many family friends. Corey was proceded in death by […]

Clark, Mary Louise
October 15, 1924 — April 15, 2021
Service: April 18, 2021
Mary Louise Clark, 96, died peacefully on April 15, 2021 at Our Lady of Mercy County Home. Loving family members were singing hymns at her bedside when she passed away. Mary Lou was born October 15, 1924, in Green, Kansas, the eldest of three children of Harry and Ethel (Rundle) Eibert. She graduated from high […]

Barker, Robert E.
February 21, 1938 — April 14, 2021
Service: April 19, 2021
Robert E. Barker passed away in peace of a brain tumor on Wednesday April 14, 2021 at the age of 83. Bob was born in Kansas City, Missouri to Robert and Loretta Barker on February 21, 1938. He attended Central High School in Kansas City before proudly serving his country in the United States Navy. […]

Keenan, Louise
June 24, 1929 — April 11, 2021
Service: April 24, 2021
Louise Keenan, 91, passed away April 11, 2021. Visitation 9AM, service 10:30AM, Saturday, April 24 at Park Lawn Funeral Home, 8251 Hillcrest Rd., Kansas City, Missouri; burial in Green Lawn Cemetery.

Dalton, Susan E.
February 3, 1962 — April 8, 2021
Service: April 14, 2021
Susan Elizabeth Dalton, 59, passed away April 8, 2021. Susan is survived by her husband H. Mike Wait; parents Bill and Bea Brown; brother Steve Brown (Kathy); stepson Danny Wait; and granddaughter Luna June Wait. A memorial visitation will be 6-8PM, Wednesday, April 14 at Park Lawn Funeral Home, 8251 Hillcrest Rd. Donations may be […]

Searcy, Lloyd W.
October 6, 1927 — April 6, 2021
Service: April 10, 2021
Lloyd Wilson Searcy was born on October 6, 1927 on a farm near Kearney, Missouri. His parents were Wilson Searcy and Laura Elizabeth (Bettie) Tapp. They moved to a farm east of Liberty, Missouri. Lloyd attended eight grades at one-room Carroll School. He graduated from Liberty High School, was drafted and served in the army […]

O’Connor, Judith A.
March 31, 1939 — April 3, 2021
Service: April 17, 2021
Judith Anne (Jarolim) O’Connor, 82, passed away April 3, 2021. Judy was born in Garfield County, Oklahoma to Emil and Ethel (Roach) Jarolim. She was preceded in death by her parents, brother and son Timothy. Judy is survived by her husband David, of Lee’s Summit, son Stephen (Pam), Kevin and sister Jean Shouse of Joplin […]

Ellison, Kurt D.
October 15, 1962 — April 4, 2021
Service: April 9, 2021
Kurt David Ellison, 58, of Kearney, MO, passed away peacefully on April 4, 2021, at Liberty Hospital with family at his side. His death followed a struggle with Myotonic Dystrophy. Kurt was born October 15, 1962, in Kansas City, MO, the eldest of four children of Glen and Mary (McGinnis) Ellison. He spent most of […]

Moyer, Yewell A.
January 3, 1929 — April 2, 2021
Service: April 10, 2021
Yewell Albert Moyer, 92, of Kearney, MO, entered his Heavenly Home on April 2, 2021. He passed away peacefully with loved ones at his side. Yewell was born January 3, 1929, in Holcomb, MO, the eighth of eleven children of Albert and Nellie (Smith) Moyer. He served as a Medic in the US Army, stationed […]

Maloy, Mary Jane
December 2, 1925 — March 30, 2021
Service: April 7, 2021
Mary Jane Maloy, 95, of Warsaw, MO, formerly of Liberty area, died March 30, 2021 in Warsaw. Mary Jane was born December 2, 1925, in Duluth, MN. to Henry and Rose Coons. Survivors: sons, Alvin Maloy of Sedalia, MO and Gary Maloy (Reta); two grandchildren, David William Maloy and Heather Lee Beck, both of Kansas […]

Galetti, John Robert
February 16, 1963 — March 28, 2021
Service: April 14, 2021
John Robert Galetti, born February 16, 1963 and passed away March 28, 2021. He is preceded in death by his father, Pat Vincent Galetti and brother David Galetti. He is survived by daughter Rose Galetti, mother Barbara (Wyckoff) Catalano, brothers Michael (Vicki) Galetti, Daniel (Marla) Galetti, James (Lynn) Galetti, Mark Galetti, Tommy Galetti and sister […]

Gilbert, Ernie R.
December 3, 1947 — March 27, 2021
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Ernie Ray Gilbert, 74, of Independence, MO, entered into rest on March 27, 2021. Graveside military honors and burial will be at Leavenworth National Cemetery. Ernie was preceded in death by his parents, Cleo and Lucy Mae Gilbert. He is survived by his sister, Linda Smith; niece, Lisa Smith; nephew, Matthew Smith (Claudia), great nephews, […]

Grantham, Pauletta D.
July 10, 1950 — March 28, 2021
Service: April 7, 2021
Pauletta Diane Grantham, 70, born July 10, 1950 passed away on March 28, 2021 after a brave battle with Alzheimer’s Disease. Pauletta was the oldest of six children born to Fred J. Duncan and Shirley Gulick Duncan. Pauletta graduated from Lee’s Summit High School. She lived her entire adult life in Independence, Missouri, where she […]

Newport, Richard A.
April 3, 1941 — March 30, 2021
Service: April 7, 2021
Richard Allen Newport, 79, of Lee’s Summit, MO, passed away March 30, 2021 at St. Luke’s Plaza Hospital. Dick was born April 3, 1941, in Independence, MO, the youngest of three sons of Noble Earl and Mary Lorene (Hubbard) Newport. Dick grew up in Independence, MO, and graduated from William Chrisman High School in 1960. […]

Block, Larry L.
July 29, 1942 — March 29, 2021
Service: April 6, 2021
Pastor Larry LeRoy Block, 78, of Excelsior Springs, MO, gained Heaven on March 29, 2021. Larry was born July 29, 1942, in Des Moines, IA, the second of four children of Gust and Vernita (Ackerman) Block. His parents and younger brother Jim preceded him in death. Larry was saved at age five, baptized in the […]

Vandenberg, Sr., William James
September 13, 1918 — March 29, 2021
Service: April 6, 2021
William James Vandenberg, Sr., 102, passed away March 29, 2021. Bill was born, raised, and lived his entire life in Kansas City. He graduated from Shawnee Mission Rural High School in 1936 and worked his entire career in the railroad industry as a ticket agent at the Union Station. He was very active in the […]

Williams, Jr., Roger Lee
March 13, 1962 — March 26, 2021
Service: April 5, 2021
Roger was called home Friday morning, March 26, 2021 at KC Hospice and Palliative Care Center. He was born March 13, 1962 in Kansas City, MO to parents Roger Lee Williams, Sr. and Helen M. Williams. He grew up here and graduated from BW Shepherd School in May of 1983. During his time at BW […]

Alexander, Lillian I.
March 24, 1927 — March 27, 2021
Service: April 6, 2021
“An eclipse has come over our lives. Our hearts will never shine as bright or be as full again but the love in our hearts just keeps growing and never dies.” – Quote from our YiaYia (Florence Alexander) On Saturday, March 27, 2021, our mother, Lillian Alexander, age 94, went home to be with her Lord […]

Noma, Roseland I.
June 29, 1948 — March 27, 2021
Service: April 1, 2021
Roseland “Rose” Irene Youngblood Noma, passed peacefully on March 27, 2021. Born June 29, 1948, Rose was a lifelong resident of the Kansas City area, and has been living in Blue Springs for the last three years. She worked for the Social Security Administration for 42 years. Preceded in death by mother, Mary Hafner and […]

Herbison, Sharon K.
June 28, 1943 — March 28, 2021
Service: March 31, 2021
On March 28th, 2021, Sharon K. Scribner Herbison got her heavenly wings and went to join her parents and sisters who preceded her in death. Born June 28th in Kansas City MO, she attended Faxon Elementary, Westport High School and East High School. Sharon was an amazing Wife, Mother (Marmie), Sister, Aunt, Grandmother (Nanny) Cousin […]

Sanders, Cheryl Anne
July 26, 1958 — March 25, 2021
Service: March 31, 2021
Cheryl Anne (Duckworth) Sanders, 62, of Liberty, MO, joined her Lord and Savior in Heaven on March 25, 2021. She passed peacefully at home with family at her side. Cheryl was born July 26, 1958, in Independence, MO, the youngest of three children of Edward Duckworth, Sr. and Edith (Whitaker) Duckworth. Her father preceded her […]

Overton, Walter N.
March 21, 1930 — March 24, 2021
Service: April 1, 2021
Deacon Walter N. Overton, born March 21, 1930, departed this life on March 24, 2021 with his loving wife and friends close at his bedside. Born in Prairie Home, Missouri, he was the first born to William W. Overton and Eola Coleman, and was the only child born to this union. Deacon Overton was raised […]

Newsom, Vicki L.
March 31, 1956 — March 23, 2021
Service: April 2, 2021
Vicki L. Newsom, 64, passed away March 23, 2021. Memorial services will be 10AM, Friday, April 2 at Park Lawn Funeral Home, 8251 Hillcrest Rd., Kansas City, Missouri; burial in Green Lawn Cemetery.

Hampton, Hugh Donald
September 12, 1932 — March 23, 2021
Service: March 26, 2021
Hugh Donald Hampton, 88, passed away March 23, 2021. Hugh was born September 12, 1932 to Arnold and Berneice (Potter) Hampton. He was preceded in death by his parents, wife Shirley Hampton, and siblings Roger Hampton, June Renkemeyer, and Goldie Murray. He leaves behind his sister Dorothy Fern Croy, sons Ricky Hampton, Ronnie Hampton, and […]

Naylor, Jr., James L.
June 28, 1934 — March 17, 2021
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James Lamont Naylor, Jr., 86, died peacefully at his home in Lee’s Summit, MO on March 17, 2021, after a yearlong battle with cancer. Jim, “Terry” to family, was born on June 28, 1934 to James Lamont Naylor Sr. and LeClercq Miller Naylor in Ridgefield, NJ. He was the eldest of their three children. Jim […]

Behning, Frances H.
September 11, 1937 — March 22, 2021
Service: March 25, 2021
Frances Harriet Behning, 83, passed away March 22, 2021. Graveside services will be 1PM, Thursday, March 25 at Memorial Park Cemetery, 8251 Hillcrest Rd., Kansas City, Missouri.

Harrold, Thelma C.
September 18, 1922 — March 22, 2021
Service: March 25, 2021
Thelma Claudine Hickman Harrold was born on September 18, 1922 and departed this world on March 22, 2021 at 98 years old. She is the sixth of seven children to Elgin Merle Hickman and Lorana Chapman Hickman. They lived on a farm south of Ridgeway, Missouri, in Harrison County. I have heard my grandmother, Lorana […]

Moraites, Kenneth Louis
October 3, 1962 — March 19, 2021
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Kenneth Louis Moraites, 58, of Liberty, MO, passed away March 19, 2021, at home with family at his side. Ken was born October 3, 1962, in Denver, Colorado, the only child of Kenneth Lionel and Dorothy Ann (Challis) Moraites. He grew up in the Denver area where he graduated from Thornton High School in Thornton, […]

Hanlon, Lawrence W.
January 27, 1937 — March 16, 2021
Service: March 27, 2021
Lawrence William “Larry” Hanlon, 84, of Liberty, MO, passed away peacefully on March 16, 2021, surrounded by his loving family. Larry was born January 27, 1937, in St. Louis, MO, and lived in Turney and Cameron before moving to Liberty in 1987. He served in the US Army, receiving honorable discharge in 1957 and later […]

Carpenter, Ruth L.
July 14, 1925 — March 18, 2021
Service: March 24, 2021
Ruth Louise Carpenter age 95, born July 14, 1925 passed away peacefully March 18, 2021. Ruth was born in Topeka, KS, to Myrtle and Everett Long. She spent the biggest part of her life working as a waitress in the Kansas City area. Restaurants included Allens Drive In, the Y Drive In, and Dr. Peppers. […]

Thorp, Phyllis L.
May 24, 1933 — March 17, 2021
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Phyllis Lee (Boyle) Thorp, “Mimi”, was born May 24, 1933 in Lathrop, Missouri. She was the youngest of twelve children born to William and Bessie Boyle. Phyllis loved her large family and growing up in a rural community on a farm. She cherished her Lathrop friend connections all her life. Her first marriage to James […]

Corwin, Doris Rosalie
September 4, 1933 — March 15, 2021
Service: March 24, 2021
Doris Rosalie (Butcher) Corwin, 87, of the Kansas City Northland, passed away March 15, 2021. She was born September 4, 1933, in Osceola, MO, one of four children of Blaine James and Ruby Mae (Nichols) Butcher. Rosalie was united in marriage to Ercel Monroe Corwin on November 21, 1952. They were together 66 years until […]

Ehrhardt, Ronald L.
August 1, 1933 — March 17, 2021
Service: March 20, 2021
Ronald L. Ehrhardt, 87, passed away March 17, 2021. Ronald was born and raised in Kansas City, MO on August 1, 1933 to Richard and Lillian Ehrhardt. He served in the United States Army for five years and was stationed at Fort Leavenworth. He served for five years and was honorably discharged. Ronald then began […]

Martin, Paul G.
August 18, 1952 — March 4, 2021
Service: April 2, 2021
Paul Martin, 68 of Kansas City, MO passed away March 4, 2021. He was born August 18, 1952 in Kansas City, MO. He graduated from Shawnee Mission West high school. He was a retired sergeant in the Army National Guard. He retired from Bendix-Allied Signal-Honeywell after over thirty years as a machinist. Paul was an […]

Farnsworth, Kelly Lynn
December 17, 1961 — March 12, 2021
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Kelly Lynn Farnsworth, 59, of Humansville, Missouri, passed away Friday, March 12, 2021, with her family by her side, in Kansas City, Missouri. Memorial services will be private. Kelly was born Sunday, December 17, 1961, to Margaret “Alice” Clemens and Melvin D. Gross, in Kansas City, Missouri. She graduated from Blue Valley High School in […]

Hodges, Corene
March 15, 1929 — March 12, 2021
Service: March 15, 2021
In Loving Memory of CORENE HODGES March 15, 1929 – March 12, 2021 Corene was born on March 15, 1929 in Vidette, Arkansas, the daughter of Edward and Doxie (Shrable) Cotter. She was born premature, weighing less than 3 pounds. Her parents placed her in a shoe box lined with sheep wool and placed her […]

McManaman, Annabell
August 10, 1951 — March 10, 2021
Service: March 17, 2021
Annabell McManaman, 69, passed away March 10, 2021. Graveside services will be 1:30PM, Wednesday, March 17 at Mt. Washington Cemetery, Independence, Missouri.

Taylor, George L.
December 1, 1945 — March 8, 2021
Service: March 16, 2021
George L. Taylor, 75, passed away March 8, 2021. George was born December 1, 1945 in Birmingham, Alabama to John and Hilda Cureton. He was preceded in death by his brother Marston Taylor and son Eric Taylor. Survivors include his wife of 56 years, Carol Taylor and his son Brett Taylor. Graveside services will be […]

McDonald, Virgil D.
December 20, 1934 — March 8, 2021
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Virgil Dwaine McDonald, 86, of Claycomo, and formerly of Ravanna, MO, passed away March 8, 2021, with loved ones at his side. Dwaine was born December 20, 1934, in Pollock, MO, the eldest of two children of Virgil and Beulah (Houston) McDonald. He served in Germany in the US Army. Dwaine farmed and operated a […]

McNeill, Lola
June 5, 1926 — March 7, 2021
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On Sunday, March 7, 2021, Lola June Wallis McNeill, who loved without judgment, passed away at the age of 94 years. Lola was born on June 5, 1926, in the home on Folsom in St. Louis, Missouri, to Harry Solon Wallis and Lillie Mae Williams Wallis. A graduate of Roosevelt High School in June 1944, […]

Lindsay, Mary “Claudine”
September 20, 1939 — March 5, 2021
Service: March 12, 2021
MARY “CLAUDINE” LINDSAY Mary “Claudine” Lindsay, 81, of Carbondale, Kansas, passed away Friday, March 5, 2021, at Winter Meadow Homes of Carbondale. A visitation will be held from 11 AM-12:30 PM, Friday, March 12, 2021, at Park Lawn Funeral Home, 8251 Hillcrest Road, Kansas City, Missouri. Graveside services will follow in Memorial Park Cemetery, Kansas […]

Londre, Tilda L.
May 22, 1966 — March 8, 2021
Service: March 16, 2021
Tilda Lorraine (Lewis) Londre, 54, of Kansas City, MO passed on March 8, 2021. Visitation 6-8 pm on March 15 at Park Lawn Funeral Home (8251 Hillcrest Road, Kansas City, MO 64138), masks are required. Funeral 2 pm on March 16 at Memorial Park (8251 Hillcrest Road, Kansas City, MO 64138). Everyone is welcome for […]

Sampson, Edward L.
March 31, 1929 — March 4, 2021
Service: March 16, 2021
Edward Louis Sampson, 91, of Kansas City, MO, departed this earth on March 4, 2021. While he is no longer with us in body, he lives on in each one of us through our memories. Homegoing services were held Tuesday, March 16, 2021 at Park Lawn Funeral Home, 8251 Hillcrest Rd., Kansas City, MO. Interment […]

Ware, Claudia F.
March 6, 1921 — March 8, 2021
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Claudia Ware, 100, of Overland Park, Kansas, passed away on March 8, 2021. A family graveside service will be held by Park Lawn Funeral Home, 8251 Hillcrest Rd., Kansas City, Missouri on Monday, March 15 at 1PM at Memorial Park Cemetery. Claudia was born in Kansas City, Missouri on March 6, 1921. She graduated from […]

Chapman, Betty J.
September 26, 1933 — March 8, 2021
Service: March 12, 2021
Betty J. Chapman, 87, passed away March 8, 2021. Visitation will be 1-2PM, with services following at 2PM, Friday, March 12 at Park Lawn Funeral Home, 8251 Hillcrest Rd., Kansas City, MO; burial in Memorial Park Cemetery.

Merriman, Terry Lee
April 18, 1962 — March 6, 2021
Service: March 31, 2021
Terry Lee Merriman, 58, passed away March 6, 2021. Visitation will be 9-10:30AM, followed by services at 10:30AM, Wednesday, March 31 at Park Lawn Funeral Home, 8251 Hillcrest Rd., Kansas City, MO; burial in Green Lawn Cemetery.

Cox, Patricia “Pat”
October 12, 1927 — March 4, 2021
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Patricia (“Pat”) Lou Gabriel Cox passed away March 4, 2021, after 93 good years of living this life. She is survived by her children; Pamela, Steven, Christopher, Martin, Jennifer, along with 8 grandchildren, and 7 great grandchildren. Born in Independence, MO, she loved and excelled in school; especially speech, debate, and drama, winning several state […]

Anthony, Donald E.
October 10, 1928 — December 18, 2020
Service: March 11, 2021
Donald Edward Anthony, age 92, Kingsville, MO was born October 10, 1928 and passed away December 18, 2020. Graveside service at Green Lawn Cemetery, Thursday, March 11, 2021 at 2:00 pm. He was preceded in death by his father, James Brown Anthony; mother, Pricey (Handley) Anthony; sister and brother-in-law, Beverly and Joseph Booher; daughter, Penny […]

Bledsoe, Wilma Lois Roberts
December 24, 1936 — March 4, 2021
Service: June 12, 2021
Wilma Lois Roberts Bledsoe, 84, of Liberty, MO, passed away March 4, 2021. With the sunrise on that morning, our mom began her heavenly journey to rejoin our dad in the great beyond. Wilma was born in Versailles, MO on December 24, 1936. She was married to Richard Bledsoe on September 9, 1955. Wilma worked […]

McAdams, Donna M.
June 19, 1937 — February 22, 2021
Service: March 20, 2021
Services may be viewed at https://vimeo.com/518725076/ef25be4dbb Donna Marilyn McAdams, 83 of Laurie, Missouri, passed away peacefully at her home on February 22, 2021. She was born June 19th, 1937 to Inez Edith (Anderson) Warren and Floyd (Red) Otis Warren in Kansas City, MO. Mom married the love of her life, Donald Paul McAdams on June 2, […]

Morgan, George A.
April 18, 1936 — March 4, 2021
Service: March 10, 2021
George Allen Morgan, 84, a lifelong Liberty and Kearney resident, passed away peacefully in the night on March 4, 2021, at his home. George was born April 18, 1936, in Liberty, MO, the youngest of four children of Charles and Ardis (Barrington) Morgan. He served in the US Navy in the Pacific theater from 1954 […]

Schroeder, Gerald J.
November 24, 1937 — March 2, 2021
Service: March 12, 2021
Gerald (Jerry) Schroeder age 83, of Kansas City, Missouri passed away peacefully on March 2nd, 2021 at St. Joseph Medical Center in Kansas City Missouri. A funeral mass will be held at St. John Francis Regis at 10 am on Friday, March 12th, with burial services immediately following at Forest Hill / Calvary Cemetery. The […]

Smith, Clifford M.
January 29, 1962 — March 1, 2021
Service: March 10, 2021
Clifford Smith passed away suddenly and unexpectedly on Monday, March 1, 2021 in Overland Park, Kansas from natural causes. Clifford was born January 29, 1962 in Kansas City, Missouri. He graduated from Center High School and from DeVry University. Soon after, he moved to Texas where he worked at Intermedics, Inc. on pacemakers and played […]

Scrivener, Oliver E.
February 19, 1928 — March 3, 2021
Service: March 8, 2021
Oliver E. Scrivener, 93, passed away March 3, 2021. Ollie is survived by 2 brothers, 1 daughter, and 1 step-daughter: Otha Scrivener, Orlin Scrivener, Terri McMurry, Leisa Dawson. He was married to Margery from 1949-1978. They had 3 children: Tami, Terri, and Tim. He has 8 grandchildren that he loved to the moon and back. […]

Goins, Robert E. “Bob”
July 9, 1953 — March 2, 2021
Service: March 8, 2021
Robert Earl Goins, 67, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, March 2, 2021, at his home in Independence, MO, with family at his side. Bob was born July 9, 1953, in Kansas City, MO, the son of George “Bert” Goins, Sr. and Bessie Mae Clark Goins. Along with his parents, Bob was preceded in death by […]

Sparks, Reece O.
April 1, 1942 — February 28, 2021
Service: March 6, 2021
Reece Olney Sparks “Sparky”, 78, a longtime Liberty resident, passed away February 28, 2021 in Liberty. Reece was born April 1, 1942, in Eldon, MO, the eldest of four children of Reece Edward and Claudine (Wright) Sparks. He grew up in Eldon and graduated from high school there. Reece received his Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees […]

Mulvaney, Teresa M.
February 10, 1953 — February 28, 2021
Service: March 7, 2021
Teresa Marie Mulvaney, 68, of Liberty, Missouri went home to be with her Savior on February 28th, 2021 surrounded by her loving husband, daughter and son. She was born on February 10, 1953 at Research Hospital in Kansas City, Missouri to Bill and Juanita Weber. She grew up in Liberty where she went to Liberty […]

Butler, Douglas Lee
May 28, 1968 — February 27, 2021
Service: March 10, 2021
Douglas Lee Butler, 52, passed away February 27, 2021 at his home in Kansas City, Missouri. Doug was born May 28, 1968 in Wichita, Kansas. He served in the United States Army during the Gulf War. Doug loved his country, cars, dirt bikes, mixed martial arts and guns. He was an amazing artist that loved […]

Winston, Sr., Thomas A.
April 4, 1918 — February 27, 2021
Service: March 9, 2021
Born April 4, 1918 in Vance, Mississippi to Peggy and Percy Winston. He passed away at home in Kansas City, Missouri on February 27, 2021 at the tender age of 102. Thomas was the youngest of 6 children and the last to join his parents and siblings in death. Thomas attended schools in Clarksdale, Mississippi […]

Nafus, Nancy Jean
April 19, 1942 — March 1, 2021
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Nancy Jean Nafus, 78, passed away March 1, 2021. Private services with burial in Memorial Park Cemetery.

Crouse, Pauline (Tamburello)
February 5, 1944 — February 27, 2021
Service: March 5, 2021
Pauline Mary (Tamburello) Crouse, 77, a longtime Liberty resident, passed away unexpectedly on February 27, 2021. Pauline was born February 5, 1944, in Kansas City, MO, one of nine children of Charles and Mary (Lombardo) Tamburello. She grew up in Northeast Kansas City and graduated from Glennon High School. Pauline was united in marriage to […]

McCamis, Earl C.
March 12, 1924 — February 28, 2021
Service: March 10, 2021
Earl C. McCamis, 96, passed away peacefully in his home February 28, 2021 surrounded by loved ones. Earl was originally from Plattsburg, MO but has resided in Kansas City, MO for most of his adult life. He was the youngest of 4 siblings, who all preceded him in death. Survived by his wife, Jeanette, 5 […]

Hall, Timothy John
July 15, 1958 — February 23, 2021
Service: March 7, 2021
Timothy John Hall, 62, of Liberty, MO, passed away unexpectedly on February 23, 2021, while on a GM work assignment in Arlington, TX. Tim was born July 15, 1958, in Dayton, Ohio, the second of four children of John and Mary MacFarlane Hall. Tim attended Centerville High School where he graduated in 1976. Tim played […]

Merrell, Helen E.
January 25, 1927 — February 25, 2021
Service: March 2, 2021
Helen Elizabeth (Treece) Merrell, 94, a longtime Liberty resident, passed away February 25, 2021, at her home with family at her side. Helen was born January 25, 1927, in Sweet Springs, MO, the daughter of Leroy Joseph and Nellie Lee (Gregg) Treece. She was married to Raymond Merrell on Easter Sunday, April 21, 1946, in […]

Lee, Hallie Rattler
September 25, 1932 — February 16, 2021
Service: March 8, 2021
Hallie Rattler Lee, 88, passed away February 16, 2021. Visitation will be 9:30-11AM, Monday, March 8 at Park Lawn Funeral Home, 8251 Hillcrest Rd.; private burial in Memorial Park Cemetery.

Flebbe, LaVera R.
November 21, 1923 — February 23, 2021
Service: March 6, 2021
LaVera Ruth Damkroger Flebbe, 97, passed away on February 23, 2021 in Lee’s Summit, Missouri of natural causes. LaVera was born at the family home in rural DeWitt, Nebraska on November 21, 1923 to Emma Kracke and Herman Damkroger. She was baptized and confirmed in the Lutheran faith at Trinity Lutheran Church in DeWitt. LaVera […]

Lombardi, Martha D.
October 29, 1945 — February 23, 2021
Service: March 5, 2021
Martha D. Lombardi, 75, passed away February 23, 2021. Visitation 12PM, services 1PM, Friday, March 5 at Park Lawn Funeral Home, 8251 Hillcrest Rd.; burial in Memorial Park Cemetery.

McConnell, Jeffrey R.
December 4, 1980 — February 21, 2021
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Jeffrey Ryan McConnell (Jeff), 40, passed away in Polo, Missouri on February 21, 2021 after a hard-fought illness. Jeff was born in Kansas City, Kansas on December 4, 1980. He is survived by his daughter Alexzandria McConnell, mother Donna Hoeschele, stepfather Tim Hoeschele, father Bob McConnell and stepmother Kathy McConnell. His siblings are Jenny McConnell, […]

Bate, Jerlene
March 31, 1947 — February 5, 2021
Service: March 2, 2021
Proverbs 31 speaks of a virtuous woman. That was the portrait of Jeri. Jerlene was born March 31, 1947 to Cortez Boykin and Mary Field in Shreveport, Louisiana. She was one of three children. She was united in marriage to Stephen Bate in 1987, later choosing to renew their vows on Valentine’s Day. Although having […]

Seely, Eleanor “Susi”
May 12, 1942 — February 22, 2021
Service: February 28, 2021
Eleanor Sue “Susi” Seely, 78, a longtime Liberty resident, passed peacefully on February 22, 2021, with her husband Harvey at her side. She resided in the loving care of the staff of Pleasant Valley Manor for the past 18 months. Susi was born May 12, 1942, in Lawson, MO, to Ralph and Eileen (Hunt) Holt. […]

Blanks, Yolanda
May 26, 1959 — February 18, 2021
Service: March 6, 2021
Yolanda Blanks, 61, passed away February 18, 2021. Visitation will be 9-10:30AM, services at 10:30AM, Saturday, March 6 at Park Lawn Funeral Home, 8251 Hillcrest Rd.; burial in Green Lawn Cemetery.

Fontana, Thomas “Tom” F.
February 22, 1948 — February 17, 2021
Service: February 27, 2021
Thomas “Tom” F. Fontana passed away Feb. 17, 2021, at the age of 72. Tom was born Feb. 22, 1948, in Kansas City, Missouri to Frank and Margaret (Scimeca) Fontana and lived there his entire life. At the age of 16 he earned his private pilots license. He graduated from Rockhurst High School, Class of […]

McDonald, Ronald Ray
July 11, 1942 — February 21, 2021
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Ronald Ray McDonald, 78, of Kansas City, MO, passed away February 21, 2021, at his home. Ron was born July 11, 1942, in Bigelow, KS, the eldest of three sons of Homer Duane and Evelyn Eileene (Skillin) McDonald. Along with his parents, Ron was preceded in death by his wife, Judy McDonald. Ron’s 60-plus year […]

Buford, Blake Scott
July 2, 2002 — February 17, 2021
Service: February 26, 2021
Blake Scott Buford passed away suddenly on Wednesday, February 17, 2021. He was born on July 2, 2002 in Kansas City, MO. Blake was a 2020 graduate of Lafayette County C-1 High School in Higginsville, MO. He was currently a student at Johnson County Community College and he had planned to transfer to the University […]

Goodall, Laney L.
February 1, 1964 — February 13, 2021
Service: February 27, 2021
Laney Lynn (Cooper) Goodall departed this life Saturday February 13, 2021 in the comfort of her home in Kansas City, Missouri surrounded by her family. She was born February 1, 1964 to Billy Dean Cooper and Elnora Vialena (Creamer) Murray in Onawa, IA. Laney was saved and baptized in Christ while living in Santa Cruz, […]

Wingo, Thelma Caroline
September 12, 1931 — February 20, 2021
Service: February 25, 2021
THELMA CAROLINE WINGO Thelma Caroline Wingo, 89, passed away Saturday, February 20th at home with family. Visitation will begin at 11:00 am with funeral services starting at 12:00 pm Thursday, February 25th at LifeConnection Church, 3883 Blue Ridge Blvd, Independence, MO 64052. Burial will follow in Mt. Washington Cemetery, Independence, MO. Thelma’s family […]

Shearer, Charles “Pete”
August 2, 1929 — February 18, 2021
Service: February 23, 2021
Charles Lloyd Shearer, 91, a longtime Liberty resident, passed away February 18, 2021, at his home. He was born August 2, 1929, in rural Clinton County, MO. He served in the US Army during the Korean war. Pete’s career with General Motors at Fairfax spanned 35+ years before he retired in 1985. He was a […]

Patten, II, Eugene H.
May 11, 1963 — February 17, 2021
Service: February 27, 2021
Eugene Harley Patten, II “Gene”, 57, of Lee’s Summit, MO, and formerly of Kearney, MO, passed away February 17, 2021, at St. Luke’s Hospice House with family at his side. Gene was born May 11, 1963, in Glendale, California the eldest of four children of Eugene H. and Helen (Benassi) Patten. He grew up in […]

Krausse, Jr., Lewis B.
April 25, 1943 — February 16, 2021
Service: February 24, 2021
***Please click here to be taken to livestream link: Lewis B. Krausse, Jr. of Holt, Missouri passed away on February 16th, 2021 from complications following a lengthy battle with cancer. Lew was born on April 25th, 1943 in Media, Pennsylvania. His love of sports began at the age of 8 years old. Lew was an […]

Smith, Frances L.
February 5, 1934 — February 17, 2021
Service: February 23, 2021
Frances L. (Glass) Smith, 87, passed away February 17, 2021. Frances was born February 5, 1934 in Kansas City, MO to Earnest and Eda Glass. She graduated from Raytown High School and attended Kansas City Junior College. Frances retired as a Kansas City Municipal Court Clerk after 20 years of service. She was preceded in […]

Studer, Leonard A.
December 28, 1930 — February 11, 2021
Service: February 19, 2021
*Please scroll to the bottom of the page for Zoom link, to view service stream* Leonard A. Studer (aged 90 years), son of Herman and Maude (Glawe) Studer was born in rural Corwith, Iowa on December 28, 1930. He passed from this life on Thursday, February 11, 2021 at his son’s home in Camus, Washington […]

Craft, Melvin “Mel” Lyle
March 19, 1936 — February 10, 2021
Service: February 27, 2021
Melvin “Mel” Lyle Craft, 84, a resident of Independence, Missouri passed away at Centerpoint Medical Center on February 10, 2021 with family at his side. He was born on March 19, 1936 to Fred and Martina (Perry) Craft in Sault Ste Marie, MI. Mel was a handy man by trade. He could build or fix […]

Keck, Mary E.
January 11, 1931 — February 13, 2021
Service: February 20, 2021
Mary Elizabeth Keck, of Lee’s Summit, MO, passed away peacefully on February 13, 2021, surrounded by her family at the age of 90. She was born January 11, 1931, in Foster, MO to Edward and Bernice (Lambertson) Long. Mary married her “Forever Love” Bill Keck on February 22, 1947. They celebrated 71 years devoted to […]

Couch, Irene D.
November 14, 1923 — February 6, 2021
Service: June 5, 2021
Irene Davis Couch, 97, of Liberty, MO, passed away February 6, 2021. Irene was born November 14, 1923, in Camden Point, MO to Joy S. and Desda Hull Davis. Along with her parents, Irene was preceded in death by her sister, Dorothy Davis Yates. Irene received her BS in Home Economics from the University of […]

Thomas, Wynonia L. (Spurgeon)
November 29, 1944 — February 12, 2021
Service: February 21, 2021
Wynonia L. (Spurgeon) Thomas, 76, passed away February 12, 2021, at home in Liberty, MO with her children at her side. Wynonia was born November 29, 1944, in Gallatin, MO, the third of four children of William George Spurgeon and Bonnie Nichols. Along with her parents, Wynonia was preceded in death by her husband, Larry […]

Clark, Candy A.
April 1, 1961 — February 10, 2021
Service: February 20, 2021
Candy A. Clark, age 59 passed away peacefully Wednesday, February 10, 2021. She was born April 1, 1961 in Dubuque, Iowa to Donald and Jane (Hess) Pettinger. Candy is survived by her mother, Jane Pettinger, Kansas City, MO, daughter Kristy Clark and grandson Noah, Gladstone, MO. Her brothers Randy (Nyla) Pettinger, Ave Maria, FL, Rick […]

Conner, Alvin E.
September 13, 1928 — February 10, 2021
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Alvin Edward Conner, of Greenwood Missouri passed away on February 10, 2021, at his home. He was born on September 13, 1928, to Theodore and Hazel Conner in Kansas City, Missouri. He joined the US Navy in 1945 and proudly served until 1948. On June 1, 1952, he married Roberta Conner, the love of his […]

Van Slyke, Lola P.
October 15, 1932 — February 9, 2021
Service: February 21, 2021
Lola Pauline Van Slyke (October 15, 1932 – February 9, 2021) Visitation at Park Lawn Northland Chapel in Liberty, Missouri Sunday, February 21, 2021 from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. Lola Pauline Erickson Van Slyke was born on October 15, 1932 on her grandparents’ farm near Amsterdam, MO to Clarence and Celeta (Halfert) Erickson. […]

Gattenby, Virginia A.
July 9, 1928 — February 9, 2021
Service: February 20, 2021
Virginia Arlene Bohl Gattenby was born on July 9, 1928 in Lincoln, KS to John Bohl and Zeta Hillen Bohl. She grew up with her beloved brother, Norman. On August 10, 1946, she married Robert Lemuel Gattenby. To this union, they had 5 boys, John, Richard, Gerry, Gary, and Jeff. They lived in Kansas City, […]

Max, Meredith R.
May 4, 1921 — February 8, 2021
Service: February 16, 2021
Meredith was born in Atchison, Ks. She worked as secretary for Missouri Pacific Railroad for many years. She married John Max in 1958. They moved to Wichita, KS, in 1990 where Meredith held many volunteer positions. In her last years she resided at Sedgwick Plaza. Meredith is survived by her stepdaughter, Rosemarie Wagner, 4 grandchildren, […]

Wilson, Garnett B.
February 3, 1919 — February 6, 2021
Service: February 18, 2021
Garnett B. Hancock Wilson was born in Lexington, Missouri to William Austin, and Allie (Freeman) Hancock. When Garnett was 3 ½ years of age, her biological mother died. She was raised in a loving Christian home by her father, step-mother and grandmother. In 1936, she graduated from Douglas High School in Lexington, Missouri. She attended […]

Whittaker, Zachary M.
November 1, 1992 — February 6, 2021
Service: February 11, 2021
Zachary Mitchell Whittaker, 28, of Liberty, MO, passed away February 6, 2021. Zach was born November 1, 1992, in Sleepy Hollow, NY, the second of three children of Gregg and Annette (Stevens) Whittaker. Zach and his sisters Katie and Hannah were great friends in all things. The family moved to Liberty in 1999. Zach was […]

Brooks, Arlindell
June 19, 1952 — February 8, 2021
Service: February 17, 2021
Arlindell “Lindell” Brooks, 68, was born on June 19, 1952, at Kansas University Hospital in Kansas City, Kansas, to Olivia Griffin and Arlindell Brooks. Lindell was preceded in death by his father, Arlindell Brooks and step-father, Jack Charles Griffin. Lindell is the oldest of six children and the oldest Brook’s grandchild. Lindell attended Central Senior […]

Couch, Jeanne M.
September 13, 1963 — February 6, 2021
Service: February 13, 2021
Jeanne Marie (Jacobson) Couch, 57, of the Kansas City Northland, was called home by her Lord on February 6, 2021 at St. Luke’s Plaza Hospital. Jeanne was born September 13, 1963, in Kansas City, MO, the youngest of three children of Harold Clifford and Lola Mae (Knipp) Jacobson. Jeanne was a 1981 graduate of Raytown […]

Holmes, David E.
March 1, 1975 — February 3, 2021
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David Eugene Holmes, 45, of Excelsior Springs, MO, passed away February 3, 2021, at his home. David was born March 1, 1975, in Jonesboro, Arkansas, the eldest of two sons of Russell W. and Debra A. (Metcalf) Holmes. He graduated in 1994 from Judson High School in Converse, Texas, where he played football and ran […]

Williams, William Craig
November 10, 1954 — February 6, 2021
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William Craig Williams, 66, formerly of Independence, MO, passed away February 6, 2021 at his sister’s home in Liberty, MO with family at his side. Craig was born November 10, 1954, in Independence, MO. He was a graduate of Winnetonka High School and later served in the US Army in Germany, receiving honorable discharge on […]

Quick, Charles R.
January 5, 1954 — February 3, 2021
Service: February 12, 2021
Charles R. Quick, 67, passed away February 3, 2021. Memorial services will be 10AM, Friday, February 12 at Park Lawn Funeral Home, 8251 Hillcrest Rd.

Swager, Jack T.
September 22, 1927 — January 23, 2021
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Jack T. Swager 93, of Lee’s Summit, Missouri, formally of Blue Springs, MO, passed away January 23, 2021. There will be a private memorial service with private inurnment in Memorial Park Cemetery. Jack was born on September 22, 1927 to C.C. Ted Swager and Evelyn McReynolds Swager in Kansas City, MO. Jack was a 1945 […]

Coen, Samuel Lee
July 14, 1929 — February 1, 2021
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Samuel Lee Coen, 91, of Harrisonville, MO, passed away February 1, 2021, at his home. Sam was born July 14, 1929, in a corn field near Reading, KS, the son of James E. Coen and Mae Alice (Johns) Coen. He served his country aboard the USS Antietam at the conclusion of WWII, receiving honorable discharge […]

Buzick, Teofila “Fay”
March 15, 1937 — January 31, 2021
Service: February 6, 2021
Teofila “Fay” Buzick passed away peacefully on January 31, 2021 at 83 years young. God received an angel that day. Fay was a devout Catholic and attended Mass every day. She loved to cook, sew, go to garage sales and play bingo. She loved being with family if just for dinner, or an event with […]

Norris, Lucretia Ann
March 5, 1932 — February 1, 2021
Service: February 6, 2021
Lucretia Ann Norris, 88, passed away February 1, 2021. Graveside services will be 2PM, Saturday, February 6 at Glenridge Cemetery, Liberty, MO.

Williams, Jimmie J.
January 9, 1935 — February 1, 2021
Service: February 8, 2021
Jimmie J. Williams, 86, passed away February 1, 2021. Visitation 12PM, service 1PM, Monday, February 8 at Park Lawn, 8251 Hillcrest Rd.; burial in Memorial Park Cemetery.

Hedrick, Drew M.
December 27, 2002 — January 30, 2021
Service: February 11, 2021
Drew Marcusen Hedrick, 18, a lifelong resident of Liberty, passed away unexpectedly on January 30, 2021, at Liberty Hospital. Drew was born December 27, 2002, in Liberty, MO, the youngest of three children of Bridget Kathleen (O’Brien) Hedrick and Mark Andrew Hedrick. He grew up in Liberty, attending Lewis and Clark Elementary and Heritage Middle […]

Thompson, Marvin
November 4, 1924 — January 31, 2021
Service: February 3, 2021
We celebrate the life of Marvin Thompson, faithful and loving husband, father, grandfather and great grandfather, who departed this life on January 31, 2021. Marvin was born November 4, 1924 on a farm near California, Missouri to Archie and Katie Thompson. He married Rose Garnett on January 10, 1948 in Warrensburg, MO. While he attended […]

Gibson, M. Joann
July 9, 1938 — January 29, 2021
Service: February 4, 2021
M. Joann Gibson, 82, passed away January 29, 2021. Joann was preceded in death by her parents Adolph and Evelyn Hulen, her husband Jerry and son Thomas. Survivors include her daughter Deborah Borgmeyer, son Kevin Gibson, son Keith Gibson and five grandchildren. Visitation 12PM, service 1PM, Thursday, February 4 at Park Lawn, 8251 Hillcrest Rd.; […]

Davis, Gary Lee
October 12, 1943 — January 31, 2021
Service: February 5, 2021
Gary Lee Davis, 77, of Smithville, MO, passed away peacefully at home on January 31, 2021, with family at his side. Gary was born October 12, 1943, in Kansas City, MO. He graduated from Park Hill High School in 1961, where he excelled and lettered in football, basketball, track and baseball. He was united in […]

Ostrander, Marietta K.
October 13, 1934 — January 29, 2021
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Marietta Kay (Fulton) Ostrander, 86, of Smithville, MO, passed away January 29, 2021, at NorthCare Hospice House with loved ones at her side. Kay was born October 13, 1934, in Gallatin, MO, one of seven children of Carl and Nora Marie (Hacker) Fulton. She was a retired bus driver for the Park Hill School District […]

Franck, Alleen F.
February 12, 1928 — January 31, 2021
Service: February 5, 2021
Alleen Florence Long Franck, 92, passed away January 31, 2021. Alleen was born February 12, 1928, in Drexel, MO. to McKinley and Florence Campbell Long. After graduating from Drexel High School she attended Ottawa University where she majored in Music Education. Alleen married Rev. George E. Franck on August 31, 1947 at First Baptist Church […]

Douglas, Karen Kay
August 24, 1948 — January 28, 2021
Service: February 3, 2021
Karen Kay Douglas, 72, of Kansas City, MO passed away on January 28, 2021 after a 7 year battle with lung cancer. Visitation will be from 12 – 1 pm on Wednesday, February 3 at Park Lawn Funeral Home on 83rd and Hillcrest in Kansas City. A funeral service will follow at 1 pm. A […]

Urbanski, James A.
January 3, 1955 — January 22, 2021
Service: February 13, 2021
James Alexander Urbanski, 66, originally of South River, NJ, passed away at his home in Liberty, MO on January 22, 2021. He began his career at Ford Motor Company in Edison, NJ and was later transferred to Kansas City, MO, where he worked over 30 years with the company. He is preceded in death by […]

York, Betty Ann
May 4, 1950 — January 26, 2021
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Betty Ann York, 70, of the Kansas City Northland, passed away January 26, 2021, at North Kansas City Hospital. Betty was born May 4, 1950, in Kansas City, MO, the daughter of Dorvel Murphy and Thelma Love Murphy. She was a graduate of North Kansas City High School. Betty retired from Station (now Ameristar) Casino. […]

Oberfoell, Leo “Mike”
August 23, 1931 — January 27, 2021
Service: February 6, 2021
Leo Thomas “Mike” Oberfoell, 89, a 53-year resident of Liberty, passed away January 27, 2021, at Liberty Hospital. Mike was born August 23, 1931, in Epworth, Iowa, one of eight children of Leroy and Marie (Sweeney) Oberfoell. Mike worked many years in the lumber industry, including for Wickes Lumber in Mosby, Diamond Lumber in Lenexa, […]

Holler, Joann M.
October 23, 1935 — January 27, 2021
Service: February 2, 2021
Joann Marie Honeycutt was born on October 23rd, 1935 and grew up in the East Bottoms of Kansas City, Missouri where she met Homer Holler at age 12 who would become her husband and lifetime companion at age 17, therefore giving her the name of Joann Marie Holler. They would go on to have 4 […]

King, Opal M.
March 9, 1933 — January 22, 2021
Service: February 4, 2021
Opal was born to Jobie and Rosie Bell Slaughter on March 9, 1933 in Waco, Texas. Opal graduated from Moore High in 1952 and studied to be a licensed practical nurse at Paul Quinn College in Waco, Texas. She married Joseph Oscar King in 1955 at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Eddie Robinson. They […]

Carter, John F.
November 24, 1932 — January 26, 2021
Service: February 5, 2021
John Franklin Carter went to be with the Lord on January 26, 2021. He was born November 24, 1932 in Parthenon, Arkansas. He leaves behind his beloved wife of 64 years, Georgann; three children Steve (Christina), LaDonna (Jeff), James (Richie); five grandchildren Annamarie, Stephen, Adam, Ryan and Jeremy; and thirteen great grandchildren. John’s heart was […]

Stiles, Betty J.
September 25, 1929 — January 24, 2021
Service: February 1, 2021
Betty J. Stiles, 91, passed away January 24, 2021. Services will be 1PM, Monday, February 1 at Park Lawn, 8251 Hillcrest Rd.; burial in Memorial Park Cemetery.

Simien, Sr., Hilary
February 19, 1940 — January 21, 2021
Service: January 29, 2021
Hilary Simien, Sr. was born February 19, 1940 in Opelousas, Louisiana to the late Francois Simien, Sr. and Mary Simien. He was the youngest of seven brothers. Three of whom preceded him in death were Joseph Simien, Sr., Francois “Frank” Simien, Jr, and Rufus Simien. Also preceding him in death were his stepmother, Melinda Simien, […]

Pritchard, Janet L.
September 5, 1967 — January 17, 2021
Service: January 30, 2021
Janet Lynn Pritchard passed away Sunday, January 17, 2021. She is survived by her 3 sons, John Pritchard, his wife Lisa, four (4) grandchildren, Eve, Hayden, Ivy and Isaac and one great grandchild, Amethyst;. Brandon Pritchard and five (5) grandchildren, Damian, Paula, Marissa, Brandon Jr. and Kimberly; Richard Fisher, his wife Angela and three (3) […]

Weber, Bessie P.
January 9, 1920 — January 25, 2021
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Bessie Pearl Weber, 101, slipped away from us at her home on Monday, January 25, 2021 from COVID-19 related illnesses. Bessie was born in Centerview, MO January 9, 1920. She was a member of First Baptist Church of Independence. Bessie was a CNA at St. Mary’s Hospital of Kansas City, MO until her retirement in […]

Wagner, Michael “Waggy”
November 22, 1952 — January 20, 2021
Service: January 30, 2021
Michael Wagner “Waggy” passed away peacefully at home on January 20th, 2021. He was born November 22nd, 1952 in Lompoc, CA to Norvell and Coeita (Wheeler) Wagner. Michael’s love for life and his beautiful spirit brightened every room he entered. He will be fondly remembered for his captivating smile and generosity of heart. Michael loved […]

Cooper, Katharine Lunn
July 6, 1922 — January 21, 2021
Service: January 30, 2021
Katharine Lunn Cooper, 98, was born on July 6, 1922 in Rosedale, Kansas. She was the eighth of 13 children. Both parents, each of her siblings, her spouse of 55 years, Emanuel Cooper Sr., her oldest daughter Katharine C. Jolly, her youngest son Keith Cooper and her great granddaughter Skylar Solomon have all preceded her […]

Wood, Karen Elaine
June 17, 1959 — January 21, 2021
Service: January 28, 2021
KAREN ELAINE WOOD Karen Elaine Wood, 61, passed away Jan. 21, 2021 at Kansas City Hospice House, Kansas City, MO. Visitation will be at 12:00 noon, followed by funeral services at 1:00 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 28, 2021 at Park Lawn Funeral Home, 8251 Hillcrest Rd, Kansas City, MO. Burial will be in […]

Moormann, Doris M.
June 20, 1930 — January 20, 2021
Service: January 26, 2021
Doris Marie (Hopper) Moormann was born June 20, 1930, to Nellie Mae Hopper and Vernon B. Hopper. Doris joined her loved ones in Heaven on January 20, 2021, which was her father’s 116th birthday. Doris had two brothers who she loved dearly: Auther Stanley “Sonny” Hopper and her baby brother Dean W. Hopper. Both brothers […]

Adams, Jude Marie
September 23, 1936 — January 21, 2021
Service: January 26, 2021
Jude Marie Adams, 84, of the Kansas City Northland, passed away January 21, 2021 at her home, surrounded by family. Visitation will be held from 6-8 pm Tuesday, January 26, at Park Lawn Northland Chapel, I-35 at State Route 291, Liberty, MO. Her funeral service will be held at 2:00 pm Wednesday, January 27, at […]

Ganaden, Patricia A.
March 3, 1940 — January 21, 2021
Service: January 23, 2021
Patricia Ann Ganaden of Kansas City, MO, died January 21, 2021 at the age of 80. Patricia is survived by three children, Teri Young (Gary), Richard Burge, Jr. and Cindy Brittain (Steve), daughter-in-law, Donna Burge, and sisters Dorothy Green and Georgia McWilliams. She is predeceased by her husband, Paul Ganaden, parents, George and Mildred Moseley, […]

Beatty, Raymond L.
June 4, 1929 — January 20, 2021
Service: January 27, 2021
Raymond Lee Beatty, 91, of Lee’s Summit, Missouri passed away Wednesday, January 20, 2021. Raymond was born on June 4, 1929 in Cockrell, Missouri the only child to Leonard Lee Beatty and Eunice Ethel (Eagleson) Beatty. He began school in 1935 at Hazel Dell School where he graduated from 8th grade in 1943. He then […]

Moormann, Doris M.
June 20, 1930 — January 20, 2021
Service: January 26, 2021
Doris M. Moormann, 90, passed away January 20, 2021. Visitation 1230PM, services 1PM, Tuesday, January 26 at Park Lawn, 8251 Hillcrest Rd.; burial in Memorial Park Cemetery.

Slanczka, Richard “Ric” J.
April 6, 1956 — January 16, 2021
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Richard “Ric” Joseph Slanczka, 64, of Liberty, MO, passed away unexpectedly on January 16, 2021. Ric was born April 6, 1956, in Elyria, Ohio, the younger of two children of Anthony Joseph and Selma (Naylor) Slanczka. He grew up in Elyria, Ohio and graduated from Elyria Catholic High School. He received his Bachelor of Fine […]

Jesse, Terry W.
June 30, 1966 — January 20, 2021
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Terry Wayne Jesse, 54, of Kearney, MO, passed away January 20, 2021, at Liberty Hospital. Terry was born June 30, 1966, in Kansas City, MO, the son of Louis Jesse and Ruby Embree Jesse (now Dillon). He graduated from Excelsior Springs High School. Terry worked as an Engineer in Computer Drafting. He served as an […]

Crandall, Glenda Kay (Murphy)
December 8, 1950 — January 13, 2021
Service: January 23, 2021
Glenda Kay (Murphy) Crandall, 70, passed away Jan. 13, 2021 in Mesa, Ariz. with family at her side. She was born Dec. 8, 1950, in Leavenworth, Kan., the daughter of Marvin and Bessie (Poole) Murphy. She graduated from Park Hill High School in 1968 and on Oct. 30, 1969, she married John Dale Crandall in […]

Jones, Constance L. “Connie”
August 21, 1937 — January 16, 2021
Service: January 23, 2021
Lee’s Summit, Missouri – Connie Jones, 83, went to be with the Lord Saturday morning surrounded by her loving son and daughter, who were blessed to be by her side. Connie was born August 21, 1937 in Ottawa, Ontario Canada to Romeo and Marguerite Larocque. She was schooled in both French and English, skipped a grade, […]

Brown, James L.
December 24, 1936 — January 20, 2021
Service: January 26, 2021
James Leonard Brown, 84, of the Kansas City Northland, passed away January 20, 2021, at Rosewood of Independence, MO. Jim was born December 24, 1936, in Salina, KS, the only child of Leonard R. and Amelia Mary (Halbleib) Brown. He was united in marriage to Virginia “Ginny” Kneib on October 19, 1963. Jim served in […]

Williams, Leoda N.
October 15, 1918 — January 18, 2021
Service: January 26, 2021
Leoda N. Williams, 102, passed away January 18, 2021. Visitation 9AM-1030AM, Tuesday, January 26 at Park Lawn, 8251 Hillcrest Rd.; burial to follow in Forest Hill Cemetery.

Pittman, Velma Mae
July 5, 1925 — January 18, 2021
Service: January 31, 2021
Velma Mae Pittman was called into God’s loving arms on January 18th, 2021 at the Good Samaritan Society nursing home in Olathe Kansas. She was born on July 5th, 1925 to Clarence and Orvaline Harvey and was a lifelong Kansas City area resident. She was preceded in death by her loving husband Gerald Pittman, son […]

Mullies, Melba J. Young
March 15, 1932 — January 14, 2021
Service: January 21, 2021
Melba J Young Mullies, passed away on January 14th 2021 Melba was born March 15th 1932 to Theodore Schumacher and Hulda Cordis Schumacher. As a child she grew up in Alma Missouri out on April 15th 1954 she married Virgil Ora young Jr. They were married for 50-plus years until his passing December 21st 2003. […]

Glenn, Frances V.
April 6, 1923 — January 15, 2021
Service: January 20, 2021
Frances Virginia Glenn, 97, of Kansas City, passed away peacefully on January 15, 2021 surrounded by family. She was born April 6, 1923 to Joseph and Teresa (Falcone) Grego. Frances grew up in the Northeast area and graduated from Northeast High School and Kansas City Business College. Following her graduation, she worked as a secretary […]

Guess, LaBerta J.
May 15, 1940 — January 13, 2021
Service: January 23, 2021
LaBerta June Guess, 80, of the Kansas City Northland, passed away January 13, 2021, at St. Luke’s Plaza Hospital. LaBerta was born May 15, 1940, in Picher, Oklahoma and lived in this area most of her life. She worked as an office manager for Lift Truck Sales in Kansas City. LaBerta was preceded in death […]

Houk, Paul W.
September 6, 1931 — January 11, 2021
Service: January 15, 2021
Paul Warren Houk, age 89, passed away January 11, 2021 in Kansas City, Missouri. Paul was born on September 6, 1931 in Centertown, Missouri, to John T. Houk and Margaret Cochran Houk. He attended schools in Cahoun, Missouri and Windsor, Missouri and enlisted into the Navy on May 19, 1950. He served during the Korean […]

Wheeler, Billy E. “Bill”
September 22, 1927 — January 14, 2021
Service: January 18, 2021
Billy Eugene “Bill” Wheeler, 93, passed away January 14, 2021. Bill was born September 22, 1927 to Claude D. Wheeler and Anna Grace (Hopkins) Wheeler at their homestead farm in the community of Black Oak, Missouri. He was a 1945 graduate and class president of Braymer High School. Near the end of World War II, […]

Schaefer, Reta M.
February 12, 1931 — January 6, 2021
Service: January 14, 2021
Reta M. Schaefer, 89, passed away January 6, 2021. Private services and burial in Memorial Park Cemetery.

Forsbeck, Gary L.
June 17, 1935 — January 8, 2021
Service: January 16, 2021
Gary Leon Forsbeck passed away peacefully surrounded by family, on January 8, 2021, at the age of 85. Gary was born June 17, 1935 in Gotham, Kansas to Ansel and Ruffina (Haarberg) Forsbeck. He attended school in Imperial, Nebraska graduating from Chase County High School in 1953. After completing one year of studies at University […]

Skivers, Barbara L.
July 9, 1937 — January 4, 2021
Service: January 11, 2021
Barbara Louella Lang Skivers, age 83, passed away Monday, January 04, 2021 in Lexington, MO. She was born July 09, 1937 in Kansas City, MO, and was the last living child (of thirteen) of George Victor and Emma (Bowman) Lang. Barbara married William (Bill) Skivers on September 26, 1953. He preceded her in death on […]

Schnitz, Roberta
September 24, 1937 — January 3, 2021
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Roberta Schnitz, 83, passed away January 3, 2021. Private services and burial in Memorial Park Cemetery.

Stone, Ladonna Sue
May 7, 1937 — December 31, 2020
Service: January 10, 2021
Sue Stone was born on May 7, 1937 in Carrollton, Missouri. The daughter of Samantha A. Trusty and Homer A. Bartlett, who preceded her in death along with her grandson, Michael Maybrier. She entered into rest on December 31, 2020 in Kansas City, Missouri at the age of 83. She leaves many loved ones behind […]

Cole, Patrica J.
March 17, 1933 — January 6, 2021
Service: January 13, 2021
On March 17th, 1933 Patricia Jean McClement (known to family and friends as Pat), was born to Jeanne Isabel and William Hugh McClement in Independence, MO. As a child, Pat’s father worked for the Missouri Highway Department and had to relocate about every eight months, resulting in her attending 21 different schools by the time […]

Cowick, Randy Matthew
September 9, 1963 — December 29, 2020
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The sudden loss of Randy Matthew Cowick, 57, of Shawnee, KS, has left a hole in the lives of so many. He passed away in the morning hours of December 29th at Advent Shawnee Mission Hospital. Born on September 9, 1963 in Kansas City, MO, Randy was a lover of music, Jayhawk basketball, the Kansas […]

Cowick, John Douglas “Doug”
October 30, 1941 — January 3, 2021
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John Douglas Cowick, (Doug) 79, passed away from complications with COVID-19 on January 3, 2021 at Advent Hospital in Shawnee, KS. His son, Randy Cowick, passed away from COVID-19 just five days prior, and for those who know Doug and Randy, you know that those two are enjoying each other’s company once again and carrying […]

Crowley, Olene
November 20, 1917 — December 28, 2020
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Olene Crowley quietly passed away December 28, 2020 at The Groves Retirement Village in Independence, Missouri at the age of 103. It was probably the first time in her life that she did anything quietly. She had lived her life with a fire in her soul and in her actions. On December 30th the family […]

Dorsey, Emily B.
May 3, 1988 — December 31, 2020
Service: January 7, 2021
Emily Barrette (Miller) Dorsey, 32, a lifelong Liberty resident, passed away unexpectedly on December 31, 2020. Emily was born May 3, 1988, in Kansas City, MO, the daughter of Randall Wayne and Tamara Barrette (Davis) Miller. She was a graduate of Liberty High School. Emily was a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of […]

Smith, John H.
October 22, 1949 — January 3, 2021
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John Harrison Smith, 71, passed away January 3, 2021. John was born October 22, 1949 in Kansas City, KS to Harry and Rose Mary Smith. He was preceded in death by his parents and sister Marie. Survivors include son Corey Shenefield; son James Helm; daughter Connie Smith; daughter Jamie Smith; daughter Kandi Pace; brothers: Edward […]

Stevens, Herbert W.
May 7, 1916 — December 24, 2020
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Herbert Walter Stevens, age 104, died peacefully on December 24, 2020. Herb was born May 7, 1916, in Sedalia, MO. to Henry and May (O’Bannon) Stevens. He attended elementary school at Lone Elm (rural elementary / 5 miles south of LaMont, MO, and Benton Elementary in KCMO for 7th grade; Central Jr and Sr and […]

Stevens, Carmen L.
April 8, 1923 — December 20, 2020
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Carmen Louise (Cellier) Martin Stevens, age 97, died peacefully on December 20, 2020. She was born on April 8, 1923, in Osage City, Kansas, to Henry and Louise (Vialle) Cellier. She was preceded in death by her parents, her brothers, Eugene and Jules Cellier, her sisters, Marie (Runyan) and Eleanor Cellier, her first husband, Russell Martin, […]

Smith, Fred
January 12, 1925 — December 29, 2020
Service: January 4, 2021
On January 12th, 1925, Fred (or Clarence as he was initially known) was born to George and Ruth Dunfee Williams in St. Joe, MO. But it was his adoptive parents, Joe and Iva Smith, who molded and helped him to become one of the funniest, most genuine, kindest, gentle, and most respectful men to all […]

Puff, Delores “Adair”
July 28, 1924 — December 30, 2020
Service: January 5, 2021
Delores “Adair” Puff Delores “Adair” Puff, 96, passed away peacefully December 30, 2020. Adair was born in Cardin, Oklahoma on July 28, 1924, to Charles and Myrtle Henderson. When 3 years old, she moved to the Kansas City area with her mother, while her father looked for work in Colorado. Adair attended Manual High School […]

Cain, Merlyn Mae (Reicheneker)
February 3, 1923 — December 30, 2020
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Merlyn Mae (Reicheneker) Cain, 97, of Olathe, Kansas, passed away Wednesday, December 30, 2020. Due to COVID-19, private graveside services will be held at Memorial Park Cemetery, Kansas City, Missouri. Merlyn is preceded in death by her husband, Robert L. Cain, Jr. (1979). She is survived by her children Robert R. Cain and wife Sheila, […]

Grantham, Joe
April 30, 1942 — December 20, 2020
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Joe Ray Grantham, 78 of Independence, MO, born April 30, 1942 in Kansas City, MO, passed away at home on December 20, 2020, returning to the loving arms of his Heavenly Father. He was the son of Joe H. Grantham and Lula Margarite Brooks Grantham, formerly of Walnut Grove, MO. Joe was a tool […]

Hensley, Sandra Kay (Lindsey)
March 10, 1940 — December 25, 2020
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Sandra Kay (Lindsey) Hensley 1940 – 2020 Sandra Kay (Lindsey) Hensley, 80, of Liberty, MO, died Friday, December 25, 2020 at Seasons Memory Care in Kansas City, MO. Sandra Kay Lindsey, daughter of Nathan and Geneva (Snipes) Lindsey, was born on March 10, 1940 in Washington Center, MO, the oldest of three children. She attended […]

Tezon Jr., John Charles
October 16, 1949 — December 26, 2020
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**Extended obituary coming soon** John Charles Tezon, Jr., 71, of KCMO and recently, Paris, MO., passed from this life into the next on Saturday, December 26, 2020, in Columbia, MO. At his side were his beloved wife and best friend of 35 years, Robin, and their children. John’s wishes were cremation. Services celebrating John’s […]

Cantrell, Cheryl L.
September 29, 1946 — December 27, 2020
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Cheryl “Girlfriend” Lynn Cantrell, age 74, of Kansas City, KS, passed away December 27, 2020, in her home. Cheryl is survived by her husband and soul mate of 46 years, John T. Cantrell III; children and their spouses: Angela & Tracy Jones and Thomas & Christina Fortner; 5 grandchildren: John T. Fortner, Al’Xandrya Fortner, Gunnar […]

Bryant, Bonita
May 25, 1931 — December 27, 2020
Service: January 2, 2021
**Please scroll to the end of the obituary text for service live-stream link** Bonita “Bonnie” Lea (Valentine) Bryant was born at 1838 Pacific, Kansas City, Kansas, on May 25, 1931. Bonnie passed on December 27, 2020, in her home after a brief illness. She leaves behind her five children: Deborah Arnette of Plano, TX, David […]

Maxey, Carol Fay
September 30, 1946 — December 24, 2020
Service: December 30, 2020
Carol Fay Maxey, age 74, passed away December 24, 2020. Visitation will be held at Park Lawn Funeral Home from 5-7PM, Wednesday, Dec 30, 2020. The funeral home address is 8251 Hillcrest Rd, Kansas City, MO 64138. Enter at Gate 1. Due to current pandemic restrictions, Graveside Services will be held in the spring at […]

Geisinger, Robert P.
August 19, 1933 — December 26, 2020
Service: December 30, 2020
Robert P. Geisinger, 87, passed away very peacefully in the home on December 26, 2020. He is survived by a son and daughter-in-law, a daughter and son-in-law, two granddaughters, two grandsons, two great granddaughters, one great grandson, and two sisters. He is preceded in death by an older sister and a younger brother. Visitation will […]

Schick, Delores
February 2, 1930 — December 25, 2020
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Delores M. Schick, 90, of Versailles, MO, died peacefully Friday December 25, 2020 at the Laurie Care Center in Laurie, MO with her loving husband of 72 years at her bedside. She was born February 2, 1930 in Grain Valley, MO. Delores was the oldest child of the late Leroy and Myrtle (Johnston) Perdue. She […]

Untrif, Stephen
December 27, 1936 — December 26, 2020
Service: January 2, 2021
~ Please scroll to the bottom of Mr. Untrif’s obituary for the funeral service live-stream link ~ It is with great sadness that the family of Stephen “Steve” Untrif announce his passing on December 26, 2020 at the age of 83, following a valiant fight with cerebrovascular disease. Steve will be remembered lovingly by Beverly, […]

Lusher, Leo Frank
November 3, 1929 — December 25, 2020
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Leo Frank Lusher passed on December 25, 2020 in his home in Kansas City, Missouri. Frank Lusher was born November 3, 1929 in Pueblo, Colorado to Leo Claude and Gladys Ella Anne (Peery) Lusher. He was preceded in death by his parents, his older sister Lois Claytor and his older brother Mason Lusher. He was […]

Kimmel, Charles Roger
February 13, 1933 — December 24, 2020
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Charles Roger Kimmel, 87, of the Kansas City Northland and formerly of the Warsaw, MO area, passed away December 24, 2020 at The Benton House of Tiffany Springs. Roger was born February 13, 1933, in Sheldon, Iowa, the son of Paul and Mildred (Perkins) Kimmel. He served in the U.S. Army during the Korean War […]

Jones, Lawrence Chester
March 2, 1960 — December 22, 2020
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Lawrence Chester “L.C.” Jones, 60, a lifelong Liberty resident, passed away December 22, 2020, at Redwood of Carmel Hills in Independence, MO. L.C. was born March 2, 1960, in Liberty, MO, the son of George Rozelle Jones, Sr. and Dorothy Marie (Smith) Jones. He attended school in Liberty, was a baptized member of the First […]

Hyland, Ernestine “Tina”
October 4, 1927 — December 22, 2020
Service: December 30, 2020
On an unusually warm and sunny 22nd day of December, 2020, as the earth ushered in the solstice promise of longer days and increasing light, and the Heavens continued their proclamation of the most beautiful of all seasons, the strongest woman I know decided that this year she wanted to spend Christmas with her mother […]

Olson, Allan C.
August 27, 1945 — December 19, 2020
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Allan Claude Olson, 75, passed away on December 19, 2020 at home surrounded by his loving family. Allan was born on August 27, 1945 in Council Bluffs, Iowa to Claude Leonard Olson and Kathryn Ahart Olson. Allan graduated from Abraham Lincoln High School (Council Bluffs, IA) in 1963 and graduated from Omaha University (Omaha, NE) […]

Geabhart, Donna Corrine
August 17, 1934 — December 20, 2020
Service: December 28, 2020
Donna Corrine Geabhart was born on August 17th, 1934 in Kansas City, Missouri. She passed from this life on Sunday, December 20, 2020 in Memphis, Tennessee. A Celebration of life service will be held Monday, December 28 at Blue Ridge Baptist Church located at 9320 E. 35th Street Independence, Missouri. Visitation will be at 10:00am […]

Foster, Barbara Lou
August 7, 1938 — December 19, 2020
Service: December 22, 2020
Barbara Lou Foster, 82, Independence, MO passed away Saturday, December 19, 2020. Private Family Services and burial in Memorial Park Cemetery on Tuesday, December 22, 2020. A Celebration of Barbara’s Life will be held at a later time. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in memory of Barbara Foster to the Alzheimers […]

Berry, Allen Dale
July 8, 1957 — December 18, 2020
Service: December 23, 2020
Allen “Dale” Berry, 63, of Pleasant Valley, MO, passed away December 18th, 2020, after a courageous battle with COVID. Dale was born July 8th, 1957, in Independence, MO, to Eddie Berry and Wanda Crockett. He was a member of the Army National Guard from 1975 until he was honorably discharged in 1981. He retired from […]

Palmay, Richard Edward
February 14, 1964 — December 5, 2020
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Richard E. Palmay, former Kansas City firefighter and long-time Kansas City resident, passed away from a self-inflicted gunshot wound, Saturday, December 5, 2020. He had struggled with his demons for many years. Richard was born in Houston, TX and moved to Kansas City, Missouri at age 2, where he spent the remainder of his life. […]

Evans, Ernesteen B.
February 18, 1928 — December 18, 2020
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Ernesteen Beneta Evans, 92, went home to be with the Lord, in the comfort of her home, after a brief illness, on Friday, December 18, 2020. She was born on February 18, 1928 in Granite City, Illinois to the late Ernest and Georgia Adelaide “Addie” Hughes, and was the fourth of five daughters. Ernesteen “Ernie” […]

Howery, Kevan S.
April 9, 1955 — December 16, 2020
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Kevan Sears Howery, 65, of the Kansas City Northland, passed away December 16, 2020 at home with family at his side. Kevan was born April 9, 1955, in Kansas City, MO, the youngest of five children. He was preceded in death by his father, William Harold Howery; mother, Donna Lucille (Welch) Howery; sister, Marguerite D. […]

Young, Dana R.
October 31, 1969 — November 6, 2020
Service: December 18, 2020
Dana R. Young was born October 31, 1969 in Kansas City, Missouri and passed away November 6, 2020 in Liberty, Missouri. Dana was preceded in death by her parents, Dale and Lydia, her sister Carmen (Heard) and brother Daniel. She is survived by sister, Marian (Thomas), twin brother, Dale, and sister Rebecca (McMurry). Dana’s contagious […]

Bly, Vivian B.
January 19, 1934 — December 16, 2020
Service: December 21, 2020
Vivian B. Bly, 86, passed away December 16, 2020. Vivian was born January 19, 1934 in Caneyville, KY to Herman and Edith Cummings. She was preceded in death by her husband Everett, daughter Shirley, daughter Debbie, son Mark and stepson Alan. Survivors include her son Steve, daughter Karen, son Chuck, son David and stepdaughter Sheila; […]

Pettus, Wiley J.
November 13, 1923 — December 15, 2020
Service: December 23, 2020
Reverend Wiley J. Pettus was born on November 13, 1923 in Muldrow, Oklahoma to the late Moses Pettus and Vannetta McClendon-McKinney. He was preceded in death by his beloved wife: Dorothy Pettus, parents: Moses Pettus and Vannetta McClendon-McKinney, siblings: Mary Carter, Eugene Pettus and Billie Pettus, son-in- law: Johnny C. Tillman, step-daughters: Willie Louise O’Riley […]

Clagett, Sharon Sue
December 8, 1950 — December 13, 2020
Service: December 18, 2020
Sharon Sue (Stevens) Clagett passed away on December 13, 2020, at the age of 70. She was born December 8, 1950, in Kansas City, Missouri, the daughter of Verlin Raymond Stevens and Myra Sue (Comstock) Stevens. Sharon grew up in Kansas City, Missouri, and graduated from Westport High School in 1968. Upon graduation, she married […]

Smith, Conrad
November 4, 1934 — December 11, 2020
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On Friday, December 11, 2020, Conrad Smith, loving husband and father of four children, passed away at the age of 86. He is preceded in death by his wife Carole, parents Paul and Leora Smith, and brother Craig. He is survived by sister Linda, his four children Stephanie Smith, Jennifer (Michael) Short, Brian (Molly) Smith, and […]

Harmon, Frank Anthony
May 15, 1935 — December 13, 2020
Service: December 19, 2020
Frank Anthony Harmon, 85, of the Kansas City Northland, went to be with his Savior on December 13, 2020, at Liberty Hospital, with his wife of 62 years at his side. Frank was born May 15, 1935, in Urbana, MO, one of 12 children of George Olen and Mary Mae (Taylor) Harmon. He served in […]

Gordon, James J. “Joe”
April 25, 1945 — December 13, 2020
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James Joseph “Joe” Gordon, 75, of Excelsior Springs, MO, and formerly of Ceres, CA, passed away December 13, 2020, at St. Joseph Medical Center in Kansas City due to complications from COVID. Joe was born April 25, 1945, in Horton, KS, the eldest of four children of James Harris and Juanita Cynthia (Brooks) Gordon. He […]

Smith, William Hadley
July 29, 1939 — December 11, 2020
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William Hadley “Bill” Smith, 81, of Riverside, MO, passed away unexpectedly on December 11, 2020. Bill was born July 29, 1939, in Archie, MO, the youngest of three sons of William Henry and Janetta Ruth (Chenoweth) Smith. His parents preceded him in death. Bill worked many years as a truck driver and Teamster member, and […]

Curry, Betty Jean
March 23, 1944 — December 10, 2020
Service: January 9, 2021
Betty “Jean” Curry, 76, of the Kansas City Northland and formerly of Raymore, MO, passed peacefully on December 10, 2020, at Anthology of Burlington Creek with loved ones at her side. Jean was born March 23, 1944, in Lenoir City, TN, one of four children of Pat and Mary (Newberry) Lowe. Along with her parents, […]

Arnold, Johnny Wray
June 26, 1942 — December 10, 2020
Service: December 17, 2020
Johnny “Wray” Arnold, 78, of Liberty, MO, passed peacefully on December 10, 2020, with his four children and other family members by his side. Wray was born June 26, 1942, in Bunceton, MO, the fourth of nine children of John Walter and Laura Frances (Williams) Arnold. He was a Crane Operator and member of Operating […]

DeMonbrun, Marjorie Fay
June 25, 1942 — December 5, 2020
Service: December 19, 2020
Marjorie (Margie) DeMonbrun went to be with her Lord and Savior on December 5th, 2020. A Visitation and Celebration of Life service will be held Saturday, December 19th at Word of Grace Fellowship, 11950 East 350 Highway, Raytown, MO 64138. Visitation will begin at 10:00 am and the Celebration of Life service will begin at […]

Ford, Donalea Lynn
January 6, 1958 — December 9, 2020
Service: December 16, 2020
Donalea Lynn (France) Ford, 62, of the Kansas City Northland, passed peacefully on December 9, 2020, at NorthCare Hospice House with loved ones at her side. Donalea was born January 6, 1958, in Kansas City, MO, the third of four children of Harold Gene and Marcia Eileen (Wells) France. Along with her parents, Donalea was […]

Rupp, III, John Christopher
November 22, 1959 — December 8, 2020
Service: December 16, 2020
John Christopher “Chris” Rupp, III, 61, of Liberty, MO, peacefully joined his Lord and Savior on December 8, 2020. He was surrounded by his loving family at K.U. Medical Center in Kansas City, KS. Chris was born November 22, 1959, in Chillicothe, MO, the eldest of three children of John C. Rupp, Jr. and Dolores […]

Ballmer, Daniel Lloyd
December 14, 1955 — December 9, 2020
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Daniel Lloyd Ballmer passed away December 9, 2020 surrounded by family. Daniel Ballmer was born to Gladys Henderson and Delmer Lloyd Ballmer on December 14, 1955. He met his wife Diana at Funhouse Pizza on February 26, 1977 where it was love at first sight. They married September 2, 1977. Daniel leaves behind his wife […]

Ewing, Debra Ann “Debbie”
April 3, 1969 — December 8, 2020
Service: December 13, 2020
Debra Ann “Debbie” Ewing, 51, passed away unexpectedly on December 8, 2020, at her home in Claycomo, MO. Debbie was born April 3, 1969, in North Kansas City, MO, the youngest of eight children of Wilbur Glenn and LaDonna Mae (McLean) Ewing. Along with her parents, Debbie was preceded in death by a brother, Dale […]

Woodward, Henry E. “Woody”
July 16, 1934 — December 8, 2020
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Henry E. “Woody” Woodward, Command Sergeant Major US Army Ret, 86, of Jackson, TN, and formerly of the Kansas City Northland, passed away Dec. 8, 2020. A full obituary will be published and memorial service at Ararat Shrine Temple will be announced when we can gather safely.

Tuthill, Gloria Jane
September 4, 1928 — December 6, 2020
Service: December 10, 2020
On Sunday, December 6, 2020, Gloria Jane Tuthill, loving sister and aunt, died at the age of 92 in Lee’s Summit, MO. Gloria was born on September 4, 1928, to Joseph and Frances Bogdan Tuthill at Honesdale, PA. Gloria attended the Triple Cities College in Binghamton, NY. Her greatest love was music. She had a […]

Miller, Wanda J.
May 2, 1966 — December 3, 2020
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Wanda J. Miller, 54 of Kansas City, MO passed away December 3, 2020 at her home. Interment at a later date in Cravens Cemetery in Camden, Missouri. Wanda was born May 2, 1966 in Kansas City and had lived in this area all of her life. She is survived by her husband Richard and son […]

McCormick, Marthan
September 9, 1936 — December 4, 2020
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Marthan McCormick, 84, passed away December 4, 2020. Private services with burial in Memorial Park Cemetery.

Gosney, Jr., George C.
December 25, 1942 — December 6, 2020
Service: December 9, 2020
George C. Gosney, Jr., 77, passed away December 6, 2020. Private family services with burial in Green Lawn Cemetery, Kansas City, MO.

Mezzacasa, Rev. Joseph Howard
April 23, 1926 — December 3, 2020
Service: December 11, 2020
Joseph Mezzacasa, 94, born in Kansas City, Missouri, went to be with His Lord and Savior December 3, 2020. Joe completed the 11th grade at Wheatland High School in Wheatland, Missouri, before enlisting and serving in the United States Army, in which during that time he became a veteran of WWII and received an honorable […]

Turner, Richard “Rick” David
June 16, 1954 — December 3, 2020
Service: December 11, 2020
Richard David Turner “Rick”, age 66, left this earth for a much better place to be with his Heavenly Father on December 3, 2020 in Kansas City, Missouri. His greatest accomplishment was his family. Rick lived for his family and always put them ahead of himself. He was a selfless, loving husband, father, and pawpaw. […]

Adcock, Kathryn M.
July 24, 1919 — December 5, 2020
Service: December 15, 2020
Kathryn Mae Adcock went to be with the Lord on December 5, 2020 at 7:30 p.m.. She was 101 years old, born on July 24, 1919 in Kansas City, Missouri. Her parents were Wallace Elwood Bell and Ethyl Bell. Her siblings were Ella Louise Englehart, Ethyl Mae “Snookie” Shane, Wallace E. “Buddy” Bell, and Mary […]

Beebe, Allison Carol (Germer)
April 8, 1989 — December 4, 2020
Service: December 10, 2020
Allison Carol (Germer) Beebe, 31, of the Kansas City Northland, passed away unexpectedly on December 4, 2020 at Liberty Hospital with family at her side. Allison was born April 8, 1989, in Memphis, TN, the third of four children of David and Carol (Mitchell) Germer. Allison graduated from Bellevue West High School in Bellevue, NE, […]

Neth, Mildred J.
June 13, 1929 — December 3, 2020
Service: December 8, 2020
Mildred J. (Wilkerson) Neth, 91, Liberty, MO, passed away on Thursday, December 3, 2020. Mildred was a beloved mother, grandmother, great grandmother, sister, aunt and friend to all. Mildred was born June 13, 1929, in Kearney, MO, to Winn and Mary D Wilkerson. She graduated from Kearney High School and attended the University of Missouri. […]

Johnston, George Patrick Leroy
March 1, 1964 — December 2, 2020
Service: December 8, 2020
George Patrick Leroy Johnston, 56, beloved brother, husband, father, uncle and grandfather was called home to be with the lord on December 2, 2020. George was a graduate of Hickman Mills High School. He worked for many years in the automotive industry at Ace Auto Fabric as an auto upholsterer and sun roof installer, he […]

Vanderpool, Sharyn Rose
February 17, 1945 — December 2, 2020
Service: December 10, 2020
Sharyn Rose (Faulkner) Vanderpool, 75, of Warsaw, Missouri, gained her wings on December 2nd, 2020 due to complications from the massive stroke she suffered in August 2020. Sharyn was born in Independence, Missouri, to Seeta Joyce (Williams) and Archie Ball Faulkner. She has two older sisters: Avis Geraldean (Faulkner) Watkins (Deceased) and Gloria Joyce (Faulkner) […]

Mayberry, Ozell
August 31, 1943 — December 1, 2020
Service: December 11, 2020
Ozell Mayberry, 77, passed away December 1, 2020. Visitation 10AM, service 11AM, Friday, December 11 at Olive Branch Missionary Baptist Church, 915 E. 59th St., Kansas City, MO; private burial in Green Lawn Cemetery.

Day, LeRoy E.
December 2, 1926 — December 1, 2020
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LeRoy Earl Day, 93, passed away December 1, 2020. Private family services with burial in Green Lawn Cemetery.

Krasovec, Mike
September 5, 1947 — November 29, 2020
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Mike Krasovec, 73, of Lake Tapawingo, passed away Nov. 29, 2020 from pancreatic cancer. His wishes were to be buried at Memorial Park Cemetery with no formal service. A memorial reception will be held at the Sheet Metal Workers Local 2 hall post-Covid. Mike was preceded by his sister Judy, and parents Art Krasovec and […]

Winfield, Patricia C.
September 10, 1943 — November 28, 2020
Service: December 6, 2020
Patricia C. Winfield, age 77, affectionately known as ‘Jo’ left this earthly realm on the eve of November 28th, 2020. She transitioned peacefully at home surrounded by her children. She always provided support and love for everyone and enjoyed life to the fullest while enjoying her hobbies of skilled sewing, crafting & bowling. She worked […]

Soto, Alexander DeVann
October 7, 1998 — November 27, 2020
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On Friday, November 27, 2020, Alex Soto, loving son, brother, dog dad and friend to many, passed away at the age of 22. He was survived by his father, Danny, mother, Tracy, sister, Olivia, brother, Salvador, grandparents, aunts, uncles, and cousins. Alex was born on October 7, 1998 in North Kansas City, Missouri to Danny […]

McGaugh, Billie Joe
March 16, 1934 — November 28, 2020
Service: December 5, 2020
Billie Joe McGaugh, 86, of the Kansas City Northland, passed away November 28, 2020, at North Kansas City Hospital. Bill was born March 16, 1934, in Fayetteville, Arkansas, the youngest of three children of Harvey and Lillie (Sullivan) McGaugh. He was united in marriage to Corbetta “Sally” Gaskins on June 14, 1953. Along with his […]

Routh, Alene Marie
March 14, 1933 — November 30, 2020
Service: December 5, 2020
Our Loving Wife, Mother, Grandmother, and Friend Alene Marie Routh, 87, a longtime Belton resident, joined her Lord and Savior in Heaven on November 30, 2020, surrounded by family. Graveside services will be 1PM, Saturday, December 5 at Mt. Ayr Cemetery, Altamont, MO. Marie was born March 14, 1933, in Gallatin, MO. She was the […]

Wyrick, Marjorie L.
May 25, 1935 — November 26, 2020
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Marjorie “Marge” Lou (Welch) Wyrick, of Kansas City, Missouri (formerly of Gladstone, MO, Rogers, AR, Joplin, MO, Independence, MO, Blue Springs, MO, Nevada, MO and Aurora, MO), died Thursday, November 26, 2020 at Wexford Place Assisted Living Memory Care in Kansas City, Missouri. She was born on May 25, 1935, in Aurora, MO, the youngest […]

Kidwell, Dwaine Cooper
September 14, 1934 — November 27, 2020
Service: December 3, 2020
Dwaine Cooper Kidwell. Born September 14,1934 in Versailles, Missouri. Went to spend eternity with our Lord and Savior on November 27, 2020 at the age of 86 years old with his wife and daughter at his side. He is survived by his wife Eleanor (Payne) Kidwell, daughter Debra ( Kidwell) Oldham, son-in-law Carl Oldham, and […]

Klingbeil, Ruth
December 11, 1929 — November 25, 2020
Service: December 4, 2020
Ruth Klingbeil, 90, beloved daughter, wife, mother and grandmother passed away on November 25, 2020. She was born to Harold and Jeanne Cable on December 11, 1929. She was preceded in death by her husband, Jay Klingbeil and her daughter Sharna Campana. She is survived by her daughters Ilana Nugent of Raymore and Monya Davenport […]

Brinkoetter, Shirley Jean
July 4, 1932 — November 27, 2020
Service: December 3, 2020
Shirley Jean Brinkoetter, age 88, of Independence, MO, went to be with the Lord on Friday, November 27, 2020. Shirley passed away peacefully at her home surrounded by family both in person and in heart. Funeral services will follow a visitation on Thursday, December 3rd, 2020, at Messiah Lutheran Church, 613 S. Main, Independence, MO; […]

Johnson, Mildred “Millie”
April 2, 1923 — November 23, 2020
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Our family lost a loving mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, aunt, and special friend when Mildred Maxine “Millie” Johnson, 97, died Monday, November 23, 2020. Millie had a great sense of humor, laughed a lot, liked people and loved life. She was extremely generous, always helping others but reluctant to receive assistance or gifts. She was tough, […]

Leer, Nancy Ann
February 7, 1953 — November 26, 2020
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Nancy Ann Leer of Kansas City, MO, passed away November 26, 2020. Nancy was born on February 27, 1953, to Lee and Alice Hughes. After high school graduation in 1971, Nancy pursued her passion and obtained her cosmetology license. Nancy was a loving wife, sister, mother and grandmother. She enjoyed every moment with her family. […]

Stroud, Robert E.
April 3, 1931 — November 21, 2020
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Robert E. Stroud, 89, of Mission Hills, Kansas, passed away peacefully on November 21, 2020 with his family and chaplain by his side. Robert was born April 3, 1931 in Granite City, Illinois. He proudly served his country in the Air Force in the early 1950s, where he played basketball and was player-manager of his […]

Hoops, Robert Michael
November 12, 1944 — November 25, 2020
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Robert Michael “Mike” Hoops, age 76, passed away November 25, 2020, with Kathie by his side. Memorial services will be scheduled at a later date. Mike was born November 12, 1944, in Kansas City, MO to Robert and Georgia (Welch) Hoops. He was a graduate of Shawnee Mission East High School. He attended Washburn University […]

Collins, Buddy Wayne
January 1, 1941 — November 22, 2020
Service: November 28, 2020
Buddy W. Collins, age 79, passed away November 22, 2020. Visitation will be held 10:00am, Saturday Nov. 28, 2020, at First Baptist Church of Lees Summitt, 2 NE Douglas Street, Lees Summit, MO 64063, with an 11am memorial service to follow. Buddy was born January 1, 1941, in Warrensburg, MO. He received his master’s […]

Marsh, Jerry D.
June 6, 1937 — November 20, 2020
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Jerry D. Marsh, age 83, of Kansas City, Kansas, died November 20, 2020, at his residence. A memorial service is planned for late Spring of 2021 due to current pandemic restrictions. Memorial tributes may be directed to American Heart Association. Flowers and cards may be sent to the family home address. Jerry was born June […]

Buzzan Jr., Murrel W.
May 31, 1947 — November 21, 2020
Service: December 1, 2020
Murrel William “Buzz” Buzzan, Jr., 73, of Branson West, MO, and formerly of the Kansas City Northland, passed away November 21, 2020, at Cox Medical Center South in Springfield, MO. Buzz was born May 31, 1947 in Helena, Arkansas, one of three children of Murrel William and Margaret (Wilson) Buzzan. His parents preceded him in […]

Wiggins, Donald W.
March 1, 1937 — November 20, 2020
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Donald Wayne Wiggins, 83, a longtime Liberty resident, passed away November 20, 2020, at Addington Place at Shoal Creek, with his wife of 64 years, Belva, at his side. Don was born March 1, 1937, in Mercer, MO, the fourth of ten children of Ray Wiggins and Amber Evans Wiggins. He was united in marriage […]

Moss, Tammy
August 1, 1963 — November 20, 2020
Service: November 27, 2020
Tamara Jean Snyder Moss, 57, of Kingston, MO, passed away November 20, 2020, at Shirkey’s of Richmond, MO. Tammy was born August 1, 1963, in North Kansas City, MO. Survivors include her daughters, Crystal Benwire (Michael) and Mary Beth Purcell (Mike); 11 grandchildren, 10 great grandchildren; mother, Ann Reppert; father, Karle Snyder (Mary K); siblings, […]

Hill, Charles Richard
January 23, 1940 — November 20, 2020
Service: November 24, 2020
Charles Richard Hill, 80, of Kansas City, MO, passed away November 20, 2020, at his home. Charlie was born January 23, 1940, in Wakenda, MO, the third son of Glen and Emma Lee Hill. He grew up in Wakenda and attended school there and in Carrollton, MO. He served in the US Army from 1958 […]

Vaughn, Rebecca J.
April 6, 1940 — November 20, 2020
Service: November 24, 2020
Rebecca (Becky) J. Vaughn went to be with her Lord and Savior on November 20, 2020. Private funeral services will be held Tuesday, November 24 th at the Park Lawn Chapel; Burial in Green Lawn Cemetery. In lieu, of flowers the family requests donations to the Women’s Ministries (WMs) at Calvary Assembly of God, 9320 […]

Raley, Terry
March 30, 1964 — November 19, 2020
Service: November 28, 2020
Terry Raley, 56, passed away peacefully on November 19, 2020, at home with family surrounding him. Terry was born March 30, 1964 in Bad Cannstatt (Berlin), Germany. He met his loving wife Lisa in 1991 and they were united in marriage on August 31, 1995. Lisa and Terry were best friends, often seen teasing each […]

DeWees, Rev. Jack M.
January 21, 1950 — November 19, 2020
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Jack Milton DeWees, Jr. was born into life on January 21st, 1950 and he was born into Eternal Life on November 19th, 2020. Jack was born in Portland, Oregon. He spent his many adolescent years in the St. Louis Area. A graduate of Maplewood High School, Jack went on to college at William Jewell College […]

McConnell, Darlene A.
June 2, 1935 — November 18, 2020
Service: November 24, 2020
Darlene Ann McConnell, 85, of Kansas City, Mo., was called Home to be with her Lord and Savior on Wednesday, November 18, 2020. She was born June 2, 1935, in Kansas City, Mo. She was preceded in death by her loving husband Bob McConnell, son Scott Nantz, daughter Jacqueline Shoemaker, brother, Fred Borchers, and grandson […]

Pugh, Alice M.
December 6, 1933 — November 19, 2020
Service: November 24, 2020
Alice M. Pugh, 86, passed away November 19, 2020. Visitation 10AM, services 11AM, Tuesday, November 24 at Cornerstone Church, 301 SE AA Hwy., Blue Springs, MO; burial in Green Lawn Cemetery. Alice was preceded in death by her husband Robert A. Pugh and her son Brian Pugh. Survivors include her daughter Sherrie Lindsey and her […]

Snyder, Marsha J.
September 7, 1941 — November 18, 2020
Service: November 23, 2020
Marsha Jeanne (Arni) Snyder of Kansas City, Missouri, passed away at Garden Terrace on Nov. 18, 2020, after a long battle with Alzheimer’s. Daughter of Marcella and Hugo Arni, Marsha spent most of her life helping others as a nurse at Children’s Mercy Hospital, where she trained incoming nurses in the ICU. Born Sept. 7, […]

Middleton, Clarice Y.
March 4, 1961 — November 19, 2020
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Clarice Y. Middleton, 59, passed away November 19, 2020. Private burial in Memorial Park Cemetery.

Martin, Patricia Ann
September 10, 1938 — November 17, 2020
Service: November 25, 2020
Patricia Ann (Williams) Martin, 82, of the Kansas City Northland, passed away November 17, 2020 at Lindenwood Village in Gladstone. Pat was born September 10, 1938, in Cleveland Ohio, the younger of two children of John Henry and Anne Mary (Broderick) Williams. She was united in marriage to Robert William “Bob” Martin on March 7, […]

Blankenship, Nora Allene
October 15, 1944 — November 14, 2020
Service: November 21, 2020
Nora Allene Blankenship, 76, of Lawson, MO, passed away peacefully on November 14, 2020, with loved ones at her side. She spent her final months at her sister Sharon’s home in Peculiar, MO. Nora was born in Independence, MO, on October 15, 1944, the middle daughter of Elmetta “Louise” (Williams) Ingalls and Irvin Franklin Ingalls. […]

Elston, Ethel M.
September 13, 1924 — November 16, 2020
Service: November 19, 2020
Ethel Marie (Robertson) Elston was born on September 13, 1924, to Henry and Mable Robertson, in Hatfield Missouri. She was the oldest of four children: Ethel, Elmer, Mary, and James. All but James have preceded her in death. She married Keith Duane Elston in Davis City, Iowa on October 2, 1942. They were married for […]

Spencer, Billie Louise
January 10, 1937 — November 14, 2020
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Billie entered into the arms of our Lord on November 14th, 2020 at 11:57 a.m. during the playing of Elvis’s “Amazing Grace” surrounded by those who loved her. Billie was 83 years old. Billie L. Spencer, “Billie Lou Lou,” was born in Kansas City, Missouri on January 10th, 1937. She was the first child born […]

Hayes, Kenneth E.
December 9, 1935 — November 15, 2020
Service: November 19, 2020
Kenneth Everett Hayes, 84, of Liberty, MO, passed away November 15, 2020, at Excelsior Springs Nursing and Rehab. Visitation will be held from10:30-11:30 am Thursday, November 19, at Park Lawn Northland Chapel, I-35 at State Route 291, Liberty, MO. Graveside services will follow at noon at Glenridge Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested […]

Swanson, Janet E.
November 19, 1941 — November 13, 2020
Service: November 20, 2020
Janet Ellen Swanson, 78, died peacefully in her home surrounded by her family Friday, November 13, 2020 at 9:06 PM. With God by her side, Janet fought lung cancer for 4+ years with courage, faith and strength. Even though the battle was long and often hard, she always had a smile and an encouraging word […]

Walker, Linda R.
September 30, 1937 — November 14, 2020
Service: November 18, 2020
Linda Ruth (Stanton) Walker, 83, a longtime resident of Excelsior Springs, passed away November 14, 2020 at Excelsior Springs Nursing and Rehab. Linda was born September 30, 1937, in Kansas City, MO, one of ten children of Harry J. and Fern Goldie (Tunnel) Stanton. She was united in marriage to Robert Franklin Walker on February […]

Gladieux, James “Jimmy” Edward
March 26, 1949 — November 12, 2020
Service: November 17, 2020
James Edward “Jimmy” Gladieux, 71, of Lee’s Summit, passed away unexpectedly on November 12, 2020 at St. Joseph Medical Center, following complications from diabetes and kidney failure. Jimmy was born March 26, 1949, in Chillicothe, MO, the eldest of five children of Edward Gladieux and Jane Ellen (Williams) Gladieux. His family moved to Kansas City, […]

White, Gileann Renee
February 22, 1961 — November 9, 2020
Service: November 18, 2020
Gileann Renee White, age 59, passed away November 9th, 2020 after a courageous battle with cancer. She was born February 22nd, 1961, to Derral and Patricia Weber in Kansas City, Missouri. Gileann attended Raytown High School and graduated with her Bachelor’s degree from Avila University. She was a Chiefette for the Kansas City Chiefs for […]

Whiteman, Edna M.
July 9, 1921 — November 10, 2020
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Edna May (Brewer) Whiteman, 99, of Liberty, MO, passed away at home on November 10, 2020. Edna was born July 9, 1921, in Pleasant Hill, MO, one of five children of James T. and Dora May (Parker) Brewer. She was united in marriage to Edward W. Whiteman on May 27, 1948, and following his graduation […]

Carignan, Jr., Martin K.
April 4, 1937 — November 11, 2020
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Martin K. Carignan, Jr., 83, of Prairie Village, KS, passed away November 11, 2020. He was born April 4, 1937, in St. Charles, MO. He retired from CertainTeed, following a career that spanned 51 years. Martin was a member of Roger E. Sherman Masonic Lodge, the Scottish Rite bodies and Ararat Shrine Temple. At Ararat, […]

Dunn, Virginia “Ginger”
June 30, 1968 — November 1, 2020
Service: November 19, 2020
Virginia Lee Marcum Dunn, “Ginger”, 52, of Parkville, passed away unexpectedly on November 1, 2020, at St. Luke’s Plaza Hospital with loved ones at her side. Ginger was born June 30, 1968, at St. Luke’s Hospital in Kansas City, MO, the eldest of two children of Jack A. and LaMoine (Oyer) Marcum. Her father preceded […]

Johnson, Virginia Lea McKeever
November 18, 1940 — November 7, 2020
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Virginia Lea McKeever Johnson, 79, Lee’s Summit, MO, departed this life for the next on Saturday, November 7, 2020, at John Knox Village Care Center. A celebration of her life will be held at a later date, when we can gather safely and unimpeded with the people who loved her, the people she loved. Preceded […]

Tank, Mattie M.
May 18, 1937 — November 8, 2020
Service: November 21, 2020
Mattie Mae Tank, age 83, of Grandview, MO, passed away on Sunday, November 8, 2020. Mattie was born in Monticello, Arkansas on May 18, 1937 to Matthew and Ossie Vincent. She was a part of a large and loving family. Mattie attended Drew High Training School. She was very active in all school activities and […]

Sherman, Marva J.
March 24, 1943 — November 8, 2020
Service: November 16, 2020
Marva Jean (Crawford) Sherman, 77, passed peacefully from this life and went home to join the rest of her family in eternal peace and happiness on Sunday November 8, 2020. Marva Sherman, was born March 24, 1943 in Kansas City, Missouri. She later moved to Tulsa, Oklahoma where she attended school in the Oklahoma School […]

Kellerman, Kelvin Lee
June 25, 1954 — November 7, 2020
Service: November 13, 2020
Kelvin Lee Kellerman, 66, of Lone Jack, Missouri, passed away on Saturday, October 7, 2020, from complications of COVID-19. Kelvin was born on June 25, 1954, at home in Cameron, Missouri. He was employed for nearly 50 years at Land Specialties in Raytown, Missouri, as a machinist. He enjoyed traveling, maintaining his 40 acres, Royals […]

Watson, Marvin E.
January 17, 1933 — November 8, 2020
Service: November 17, 2020
Marvin E. Watson, 87, a great family man, attended Grandview Assembly for 45 years, an elder of the church, passed November 8, 2020. Survived by Norma J. Watson, his wife of 68 years, of Grandview; and children Cindy, Kenny, Bill, Tammy, Pam and spouses; eight grandchildren and ten great grandchildren. Graveside services will be 11AM, […]

Jones-Smith, Isybelle
September 30, 1925 — November 5, 2020
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Isybelle Jones-Smith passed on November 5th, 2020 from Coronavirus at the age of 95. She lived a Christian, clean and healthy life. A devoted lifelong member of the Christ United Methodist Church in Independence, Missouri. She was married to Leman Everett Jones and then to Robert J. Smith. Two of the most kind and decent men […]

Green, Claudette
September 5, 1939 — October 27, 2020
Service: November 12, 2020
Claudette Althea (Ingram) Green was born September 5, 1939 to the late James and Althea Ingram, in Tulsa, Oklahoma. She is preceded in death by her two sisters, Rosetta Ingram and Joyce Boyd (Douglas); and two brothers, Maurice Gaines and James Ingram, Jr. Claudette was an active member of St. Francis de Sales Church in […]

Muzquiz, Sr., William Gregory
April 20, 1958 — November 7, 2020
Service: November 18, 2020
William “Billy” Muzquiz was born April 20, 1958 in Kansas City, MO to Heriberto and Mary Lucy Muzquiz. Bill grew up in the Westside community, moved to the Turner community in Kansas City, Kansas, and spent his retirement years at McKenna Villa community at The Lake of the Ozarks. He was a simple, hard-working, family […]

Golden, Evelyn M.
October 17, 1938 — November 6, 2020
Service: November 12, 2020
Evelyn Marie Golden was born on October 17, 1938. She was born in Kansas City, MO. Her parents were John L Adams and her mother Bertha B. Adams. She had two brothers John Junior and William and then his sister Roberta. She met her husband Grover Lee Golden (cotton) and they got married on March […]

Daniels, Michael David
April 28, 1972 — November 6, 2020
Service: November 10, 2020
Michael David Daniels, 48, of Kansas City, MO, met his Savior, Friday, Nov. 6, 2020, at his home surrounded by loved ones. Mike was born April 28, 1972, to Eldon and Janet Daniels in Elgin, IL, as the youngest of three children. Mike graduated from Normal Community High School and went on to complete a […]

Warren, Myrtle Lee
October 1, 1918 — November 4, 2020
Service: November 13, 2020
Myrtle Lee Warren, 102, passed away November 4, 2020. Visitation 9AM, services 10AM, Friday, November 13 at Park Lawn Funeral Home, 8251 Hillcrest Rd.; burial in Memorial Park Cemetery. Myrtle L. Warren was born on October 1, 1918, to the late Marcellus Phillips and Lettie Wyatt-Phillips of Holy Grove, Arkansas. She was educated in the […]

Littlejohn, Kenneth R.
October 20, 1944 — November 6, 2020
Service: November 12, 2020
Kenneth Ray Littlejohn, 76, of Blue Springs, MO, passed away November 6, 2020, at Centerpoint Medical Center in Independence, MO, with loved ones at his side. Visitation will begin at 10:00 am, followed by funeral services at 11:00 am, on Thursday, November 12, at Pebble Creek Assembly of God, 13800 East 51st Street, Independence, MO. […]

Butler, Agnes M.
October 6, 1926 — November 3, 2020
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Agnes M. Butler, 94, passed away November 3, 2020. Services will be private with burial in Leavenworth National Cemetery.

Albertson, Sr., Thomas Wayne
November 30, 1932 — November 5, 2020
Service: November 13, 2020
Thomas W. Albertson Sr., 87, went home to be with his Lord and Savior, passing peacefully in his sleep on November 5, 2020. Visitation will begin at 9:00 am Friday, November 13th at Country Meadows Baptist Church, 4901 S. Lee’s Summit Rd. Funeral services will begin at 10:00am. Burial with military honors will be in […]

Miller, Frances Lynn
September 27, 1920 — November 6, 2020
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Frances Lynn Miller of Kansas City passed away November 6, 2020 at Ascension Living St. Joseph Place in Overland Park. Frances was born September 27, 1920 in Kansas City, MO to Ross and Priscilla Gard. She lived in Carle Place, NY; Grand Cayman Island; and Belleview, Florida before returning to Kansas City. She is survived […]

McLaughlin, Earl LeRoy
December 14, 1946 — November 5, 2020
Service: November 11, 2020
Earl LeRoy McLaughlin, 73, passed away peacefully on November 5, 2020, at home with family surrounding him. Earl was born December 14, 1946, in West Plains, MO. He met his loving wife Jeanne in 1964 and they were united in marriage on November 26, 1966. They shared a love that could not be described in […]

Dishong, Lucille E.
August 18, 1929 — November 5, 2020
Service: November 9, 2020
Lucille Elizabeth Dishong, 91, of St. Joseph, Missouri passed away peacefully on November 05, 2020, with her family by her side, tending to her, during her last days at the Kansas City Hospice House in North Kansas City. Born to the late Clarence and Sophie Speck, August 18, 1929, in Kansas City, Missouri. She was […]

Marx, Douglas Allen
July 9, 1961 — November 5, 2020
Service: November 11, 2020
Douglas Allen Marx, 59, of the Kansas City Northland, passed away November 5, 2020, at NorthCare Hospice House with family at his side. Doug was born July 9, 1961, at Ellsworth AFB, South Dakota. He graduated from Oak Park High School. Doug was united in marriage on March 10, 1990 to his wife, Karen Lynn. […]

Payne, William Junior
February 17, 1931 — November 4, 2020
Service: November 11, 2020
William Junior Payne, 89, passed away November 4, 2020. Bill is survived by children: Kathy (David) Wolf and Bill (Claudia) Payne; six grandchildren and numerous great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his wife Dore Sue Payne and his son Gary Payne. Visitation 12-1PM, private service to follow, Wednesday, November 11 at Park Lawn, […]

Waters, Jr., Claude C.
July 26, 1952 — October 26, 2020
Service: November 8, 2020
Claude C. Waters, Jr., 68, passed away October 26, 2020 in Lawrenceville, GA. “Buggie Keyters” was born July 26, 1952, and was the first child of Claude “Sonny” Waters and Josie Marie Waters. When Josie died December 23, 1958, she left her three sons Claude Jr. “Buggie”; Warren Anthony “Babe Brother”; and Kevin Renord “Squirrel” […]

Flexer, Delores “Dorie”
January 10, 1943 — November 3, 2020
Service: November 8, 2020
Delores Kay (Hiatt) Flexer, 77, of Liberty, MO, passed away peacefully on November 3, 2020 surrounded by family. Dorie was born January 10, 1943, in North Kansas City, MO. She was the eldest of three children of Walter S. and Evelyn Janice (Ensign) Hiatt. She grew up in Cameron, MO where she graduated high school […]

Peterson, Juanita R.
April 9, 1929 — November 4, 2020
Service: November 9, 2020
Juanita Rosemarie Peterson, 91, passed away peacefully on November 4, 2020. Juanita (Rose) Peterson is survived by her sister-in-law, Dorothy Duncan; her five children, Barry Peterson (Sue), Diane Whitaker (Joe), Randy Peterson, Dennis Peterson and Brian Peterson (Linda); 12 grandchildren, 18 great grandchildren and a great-great grandson; as well as many nieces and nephews. Preceding […]

Van Beber, Elizabeth
June 28, 1967 — November 3, 2020
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Elizabeth “Betsy” Willard Van Beber passed away on November 3, 2020 in Overland Park Ks. She was 53. Betsy came into this world on June 28, 1967 as Elizabeth Anne Willard, the daughter of James and Elizabeth “Boo” (Buffe) Willard. She was the third of five children and grew up in the Red Bridge area […]

Urias, Mary Helen
July 30, 1946 — November 3, 2020
Service: November 7, 2020
Mary Helen Urias (Maria Elena Hernandez), age 74, passed away peacefully on November 3, 2020. She was born on July 30, 1946 in New Mexico to Amalia Hernandez Larez and Jose Yturralde. She grew up in Big Spring, Texas and moved to Kansas City, Missouri after she was married to Jose Valenzuela Urias on March […]

Doty, Kathy Sue
October 28, 1960 — October 29, 2020
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Kathryn Sue Doty “Kathy” of Kansas City passed away on October 29, 2020. She was 60 years old. Kathy was born on October 28, 1960 in Gladstone, Missouri. She married her husband Michael in 1982 and had two daughters, Sarah Marie and Amanda Leigh. She worked for Hallmark for 36 years. She is survived by […]

Clifton, William Edgar “Ed”
March 8, 1937 — November 2, 2020
Service: November 6, 2020
William Edgar “Ed” Clifton, age 83, of Raytown, Missouri, passed away November 2, 2020. Funeral service will be 10AM, Friday, November 6, 2020, at One Spirit United Methodist Church, 7900 Blue Ridge Blvd, Kansas City, MO, 64138, with burial following at Green Lawn Cemetery. Visitation will be held Thursday evening, 5-7PM, at Park Lawn Funeral […]

Peters, Ralph W.
July 5, 1944 — November 3, 2020
Service: November 9, 2020
**Please click HERE to be directed to service live-stream link** Ralph W. Peters, of Liberty, Missouri, passed away on Tuesday, November 3, 2020 following complications from Alzheimer’s disease. Ralph was born on July 5, 1944 in Detroit, Michigan to Wayne and Pauline (Rockey) Peters. The middle of five children, Ralph grew up on Cub Lake […]

Bennett, Leta Louetta
January 30, 1927 — November 2, 2020
Service: November 6, 2020
Leta Louetta Bennett, age 93, entered her heavenly home on Monday, November 2nd, 2020. She passed away peacefully in her sleep, at her home in Lee’s Summit, MO. Funeral services will be held at Parklawn Funeral Home on November 6 with a visitation time from 12-1 pm, memorial service (outside) at 1 pm, and graveside […]

Beatty, Shelby Dawn
February 22, 1991 — November 1, 2020
Service: November 6, 2020
Shelby Dawn Beatty, 29, of Independence, MO, passed away November 1, 2020, at her home. She was born February 22, 1991, in Goshen, Indiana. She worked as a hair stylist for Sports Clips in Liberty and Independence. Survivors include her son, Royal Marzel Lamb; and parents, Colleen Beatty and Kelley Schilb, and Jerry Beatty; as […]

Heselton, Dolores Ann
July 25, 1932 — October 30, 2020
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Dolores A. Heselton, 88, passed away October 30, 2020. Dolores was born July 25, 1932. She was preceded in death by her husband, Morris Heselton; parents Wesley and Sophie Nunn; and daughter Jennifer Garten. Survivors include her daughter, Debbie Anderssen; 3 grandsons; and 3 great grandchildren. Services will be postponed until the Spring.

Pifer, Rose Anne
January 25, 1929 — November 2, 2020
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Anne Pifer, age 91, passed away on November 2, 2020. Anne was born on January 25, 1929, on a farm in Brookfield, Missouri, the youngest of 8 children of Charles and Edna Burch. When she was a little girl, her family lost the farm during the Great Depression and moved to Kansas City. In 1948, […]

Capps, Robert C.
November 18, 1947 — November 1, 2020
Service: November 7, 2020
**Click here to view live-stream of services** Robert Casteel Capps, 72, of Liberty, Missouri passed away Sunday, November 1, 2020 due to complications from Alzheimer’s disease. A private memorial service will be held on Saturday November 7, at 2:00 PM at Park Lawn Northland Chapel, to be presided over by David Fulk. A live-stream of […]

Wesson, Sammie
January 24, 1924 — October 27, 2020
Service: November 4, 2020
Sammie Wesson, 96, passed away October 27, 2020. Visitation will be 9-1030AM, Wednesday, November 4 at Park Lawn, 8251 Hillcrest Rd.

VanBibber, Leslie Ray “Les”
November 17, 1946 — November 1, 2020
Service: November 11, 2020
Leslie Ray “Les” VanBibber, 73, a lifelong Liberty resident, passed away November 1, 2020. He was born November 17, 1946, in Liberty, MO. He was the son of Edward Patrick VanBibber and Frances J. (Harris) Van Bibber Harbaugh. Les had three siblings, Carl Caylor, Roberta Gibbs and Edna Jackson. Les served in the US Army […]

McLerran, Jay D.
October 7, 1943 — October 31, 2020
Service: November 10, 2020
On Saturday, October 31, 2020, Jay McLerran, passed away at the age of 77. Jay was born in Clinton, MO to James and Leora (Copenhaver) McLerran. He honorably served in the U.S. Air Force from 1963 to 1971. On April 27, 1968 he married the love of his life, Matilda Borkowski. During their 52 years […]

Dohn, Sandra Lynne
June 20, 1951 — October 31, 2020
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Sandra Lynne Dohn, 69, of the Kansas City Northland, passed away peacefully on October 31, 2020, at NorthCare Hospice House with her husband of 39 years at her side. Sandy was born June 20, 1951, in St. Louis, MO, the daughter of Ethridge V. and Rosalee M. (Pollard) Battles. Along with her parents, Sandy was […]

Kenney, Gloria A.
November 27, 1928 — October 31, 2020
Service: November 9, 2020
Gloria A. Kenney, 91, passed away October 31, 2020. Visitation will be 9-10AM, Monday, November 9 at Park Lawn, 8251 Hillcrest Rd.; 10:30AM graveside service at Forest Hill Cemetery.

Cummings, Larry
March 13, 1949 — October 29, 2020
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It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Lawrence Kent “Larry” Cummings, 71, on October 29, 2020 at his home in Liberty, MO. Anyone who knew Larry knew what a great man he was. If you were part of his family, he was your rock. If you were not a part of […]

Duxbury, Robert B.
February 24, 1928 — October 29, 2020
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Robert Bird Duxbury, age 92, of Gladstone, Missouri, passed away October 29, 2020. He was born February 24, 1928, to Bird Price and Annetta May Duxbury in Kansas City, KS. He served during WWII in the Navy from 1945-1946 as a Motor Machinist Mate Third Class, and again in the Reserves from 1947-1955. He worked […]

Mentch, Frances V.
April 13, 1919 — October 27, 2020
Service: November 5, 2020
Frances V. Mentch, 101 years old, passed away peacefully in her sleep in Charlottesville, VA surrounded by her loving family. Her funeral Mass will be at St. James’ Catholic Church in Liberty, MO on November 5, 2020 at 10:00 a.m. with Reverend Michael Roach officiating. Burial will follow at Mount Washington Cemetery, Independence, MO. Arrangements […]

Lash, Patricia Lynn
July 22, 1944 — October 28, 2020
Service: November 4, 2020
Patricia Lynn Lash, 76, passed away peacefully at her home in Liberty, MO, on October 28, 2020, with her husband Jack at her side. Pat was born July 22, 1944, in Atchison, KS, the daughter of Leonard A. and Ethel Virginia (Beagle) Gassert. Along with her parents, she was preceded in death by siblings, Dave, […]

Spearman, Lonnie
February 29, 1932 — October 15, 2020
Service: October 30, 2020
Lonnie Spearman was born February 29, 1932 in Hodge, MO to the union of Alonzo Alfred King and Laura Frances King. She passed October 15, 2020. Her parents, her husband, one sister, one daughter, one son and three grandsons preceded her in death. Lonnie accepted Christ at a young age. She was an active member […]

Morgan, Mary Joyce
September 3, 1927 — October 25, 2020
Service: October 29, 2020
Mary Joyce Morgan (Leonard), 93, of Raytown went to her eternal home on October 25, 2020 at St. Luke’s East Hospital in Lee’s Summit. Joyce was born on September 3, 1927 in Wheaton, Illinois to Elton Gordon and Mary Frances Leonard. She was married to Donald David Moore from December 20, 1947 until his death […]

Owensby, Richard Dow
February 14, 1949 — October 24, 2020
Service: October 30, 2020
Richard D. Owensby, 71, passed away on the afternoon of Saturday October 24 surrounded by his daughters and wife Sharon Sue Owensby. He battled brain cancer for over 3 years before peacefully falling asleep. He was born on Valentine’s Day in 1949 in Kansas City MO, the son of E.D. and Elaine Owensby. Richard served […]

Golden, Joseph Michael
May 23, 1937 — October 24, 2020
Service: October 30, 2020
Joseph Michael Golden, 83, passed away October 24, 2020, at home in Liberty, MO. He was born May 23, 1937, in New York City, NY, the son of Joseph David and Mary Ellen (Carver) Golden. He served in the US Army from 1962 until 1964. Joe was united in marriage to Catherine Ann Kerrigan on […]

Smeltzer, Jr., Loyal K.
July 7, 1938 — October 24, 2020
Service: November 2, 2020
Loyal Kenneth “Butch” Smeltzer, Jr., 82, of Liberty, MO, went to his heavenly home on October 24, 2020, at Tiffany Springs Rehabilitation Center. Butch was born July 7, 1938, in Goshen, IN, the son of Loyal Kenneth and Ruby Bell (Weaver) Smeltzer. He was united in marriage to Nola Louise Davis on September 25, 1960. […]

Mills, Daniel Lee
May 21, 1953 — October 20, 2020
Service: October 27, 2020
Daniel Lee Mills, 67, passed away October 20, 2020. A memorial visitation will be 5-8PM, Tuesday, October 27 at Park Lawn Funeral Home, 8251 Hillcrest Rd.

McAdams, Donald Paul
October 16, 1931 — October 21, 2020
Service: November 14, 2020
** Click HERE to view live-stream of services ** Donald Paul McAdams, 89 of Laurie, Missouri, passed away peacefully at the home on October 21, 2020. He was born October 16, 1931 in Kansas City, KS. Don served in the U.S. Army from 1952 to 1954. He graduated from The Signal School and became an […]

Harris, Carol J.
June 19, 1936 — October 20, 2020
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Carol J. (Hollensbe) Harris, 84, passed away October 20, 2020. Carol Jean was the first of four children born to Ted and Esther Hollensbe. She was born in Kansas City Missouri and moved with the family to Maryville, MO in her teens. She graduated from Horace Mann High School in June of 1954 and married Don […]

Dietz, William Kieth
July 5, 1926 — October 22, 2020
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It is with great sadness that we share the passing of our beloved father and grandfather, William Dietz. Besides being the constant pillar of our family, he was also a beloved star of Kansas City advertising history, as the memorable TV character & local commercial icon, “Colonel Billy”. At the height of his popularity in […]

Milum, Selma L.
September 28, 1925 — October 21, 2020
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The precious soul of Selma Milum, 95 years, a servant of the Lord slipped peacefully into eternal glory at The Baptist Home in Chillicothe, MO on October 21, 2020. Selma (nickname Cherie) was born to Dorothy Grove-Orchard and Earl Orchard on September 28, 1925 in Birch Tree, Missouri. Growing up during the Great Depression in […]

Henry, Michael Wayne “Mick”
October 13, 1958 — July 4, 2020
Service: November 6, 2020
With profound sorrow and sadness, the family of Michael Wayne “Mick” Henry announces his unexpected passing on July 4, 2020, age 61, at St. Luke’s East Hospital. Mick was born October 13, 1958 in Springfield, MO to Arthur Dale and Virginia Ruth (Chancellor) Henry. Mick is survived and will be forever lovingly remembered by his […]

Gibson, Alice M.
November 15, 1937 — October 20, 2020
Service: October 23, 2020
Alice Marie (Branson) Gibson, 82, of Independence, MO, passed away October 20, 2020 at St. Luke’s Hospice House with Dylse, her husband of 57 years, at her side. Alice was born November 15, 1937, in Maryville, MO. She was united in marriage to Roger Dylse Gibson on February 1, 1963. Alice was preceded in death […]

Myers, Madge Louise
December 8, 1914 — October 17, 2020
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Madge L. Myers passed away on Saturday, October 17, 2020. She was born December 8, 1914, in Townsend, Montana to Mabel E. and Arthur E. Myers. She was preceded in death by her parents and her brother, George V. Myers. She is survived by her sister-in-law, Christine Myers of Glenview, Illinois, and her three nieces […]

Lewis, Jr., Fred Henry
September 27, 1957 — October 16, 2020
Service: October 24, 2020
Fred Henry “Freddy” Lewis, 63, of Kansas City, MO passed on October 16, 2020. Visitation 5-8pm Oct. 23 at Park Lawn Funeral Home (8251 Hillcrest Road, Kansas City, MO 64138), masks are required. Funeral 1pm Oct. 24 at Greenwood Cemetery (1251 SE Hook Lane, Lee’s Summit, MO 64082), everyone is welcome for this graveside service […]

Lewis, Robert W.
March 29, 1963 — October 16, 2020
Service: October 24, 2020
Robert Wayne “Bobby” Lewis, 57, of Kansas City, MO passed on October 16, 2020. Visitation 5-8pm Oct. 23 at Park Lawn Funeral Home (8251 Hillcrest Road, Kansas City, MO 64138), masks are required. Funeral 1pm Oct. 24 at Greenwood Cemetery (1251 SE Hook Lane, Lee’s Summit, MO 64082), everyone is welcome for this graveside service […]

Davidson, Alma J.
November 1, 1939 — October 17, 2020
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Alma J. Davidson, 80, passed away October 17, 2020. Alma was born November 1, 1939 in Kansas City, MO to William A. and Annie M. (Johnson) Davidson. She worked for TWA and as a customer service supervisor for Missouri Gas Energy before retiring after 31 years. Private services with burial in Green Lawn Cemetery. Alma […]

Shelton, Phillip B.
December 7, 1938 — October 15, 2020
Service: October 22, 2020
Phillip B. Shelton, 81, died peacefully in his sleep October 15, 2020. Visitation will be 6-8PM, Thursday, October 22, 2020, with military honors being rendered at 6:15PM, at Park Lawn Funeral Home, 8251 Hillcrest Rd. In lieu of flowers please make donations to: IAFF Local 42 of Greater Kansas City, KCFD Community Assistance Program, Attention: […]

Hinshaw, Mary “Mick”
November 19, 1939 — October 14, 2020
Service: October 24, 2020
Mary Elizabeth (Mick) Hinshaw, 80, of Liberty, MO, and former longtime Lathrop resident, passed away October 14, 2020 at Ashton Court in Liberty. Mary was born November 19, 1939, in Lathrop, MO, one of 11 children of John and Gertrude (Combs) Hawkins. Along with her parents, Mary was preceded in death by eight siblings and […]

Ambrose, Vertis
November 25, 1923 — October 14, 2020
Service: October 20, 2020
Vertis Ambrose, age 96, passed away on October 14, 2020. He was born November 25, 1923 in Buffalo, Kansas to the late Albert and Clara Ambrose. He was married to the love of his life, Jean Bushfield, from April 22, 1945 until her death in 2006. He served in the United States Army Air Force […]

Ferguson, Donald L.
July 15, 1934 — October 15, 2020
Service: October 20, 2020
Donald Lee Ferguson, well known drywall man, 86, passed away October 15, 2020. Graveside services will be 2PM, Tuesday, October 20 at Green Lawn Cemetery, 8251 Hillcrest Rd. Donald was preceded in death by his son Timothy and his stepson Steve. He is survived by his wife Judith Ferguson, her children Gina, Kim and Nick, […]

Provost, Francis Albert
July 27, 1922 — October 13, 2020
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Francis Albert Provost was born July 27, 1922, in Trout Creek, Michigan, to Oscar and Olga (Anderson) Provost. He spent most of his years growing up in Crosby, Minnesota. Following graduation from Crosby High School, Frank joined the National Guard. He was called to active duty in the US Army, moving to California, Texas and […]

Siebenmorgen, Tyler M.
July 29, 1994 — October 11, 2020
Service: October 19, 2020
Tyler Michael Siebenmorgen, 26, son, brother, friend and father, passed away October 11, 2020. Visitation will be 12-1PM, Monday, October 19 at Park Lawn Funeral Home, 8251 Hillcrest Rd.; 1PM graveside service at Green Lawn Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, please see gofundme.com/f/funeral-for-tyler-siebenmorgan. Tyler loved home cooked meals, Chiefs football, making people laugh, drinking milk straight […]

Hylton, James M.
November 26, 1962 — October 11, 2020
Service: October 17, 2020
James Michael (Mickey) Hylton, 57, of Bates City, Missouri passed away unexpectedly on October 11th, just hours after the passing of his mother. Mickey had numerous health issues but we think he just died of a broken heart. Mickey was born in 1962 in Kansas City, Missouri to Edward and Sarah (Ellis) Hylton. He was […]

Ellis, Sarah L.
June 6, 1942 — October 11, 2020
Service: October 17, 2020
Sarah Ellis, 78, of Blue Springs, Missouri, passed over into eternal sleep on October 11th 2020, surrounded by her family. Sarah was born in 1942 in Keytesville, Missouri to Lewis and Fannie (Sanderson) Ellis. She was the first of 4 children. Sarah is preceded into death by both of her parents. Sarah also lost her […]

McWhorter, Addie Ann
March 16, 1934 — October 10, 2020
Service: October 20, 2020
Addie Ann McWhorter, 86, passed away October 10, 2020. Visitation will be 12-1PM, Tuesday, October 20 at Park Lawn Funeral Home, 8251 Hillcrest Rd., Kansas City, MO 64138; 1PM graveside services at Memorial Park Cemetery.

Rasmussen, Georgia R.
May 12, 1936 — October 11, 2020
Service: October 17, 2020
Georgia Ruth (Ruthie) Rasmussen, 84, passed away October 11, 2020. She was born in Monett, MO, graduated from Monett High School. Married Donald L. Rasmussen on May 29, 1954 and moved to Kansas City, MO. She was a homemaker, she babysat and ironed for extra income early in her marriage. She later worked as church secretary […]

Gibbs, Elijah Lee
November 1, 1926 — September 29, 2020
Service: October 17, 2020
Sturkie, Arkansas – Elijah Lee Gibbs born to George W. Gibbs and Ida Faris Gibbs. Elijah gained his heavenly home September 29, 2020. In death he joined his parents, 6 brothers, 1 sister and 1 daughter. He is preceded in death by his wife of 70 years, Monnie Gibbs. He was a member of the […]

Maguire, Charlotte Ann
August 18, 1940 — October 9, 2020
Service: October 13, 2020
Charlotte Ann Maguire, 80, of Raymore, MO, passed away Friday, October 9, 2020, with her family by her side. Public visitation will be held from 12-noon to 1 PM, followed by services on Tuesday, October 13, 2020 at Park Lawn Funeral Home, 8251 Hillcrest Road, Kansas City, MO. Burial to follow services in Memorial Park […]

Hughes, Betty J.
April 3, 1947 — October 6, 2020
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Betty J. Hughes, 73, passed away at home, October 6, 2020, in the loving arms of her husband, Ronnie Hughes, and her daughter, Lisa Eaton. She fought a long and brave battle of lung disease, but now she rests peacefully. Betty was a happy, beautiful, fun, and loving woman. Betty was born April 3, 1947, […]

Hanner, Richard “Dick”
February 15, 1938 — October 6, 2020
Service: October 13, 2020
Richard Allen “Dick” Hanner, 82, of the Kansas City Northland, passed away October 6, 2020 at his home. He was born February 15, 1938, in Minneapolis, MN. Dick served in the U.S. Navy from 1956 until 1975, and following military retirement worked as a Meteorologist for the National Weather Service. He was a graduate of […]

Jefferson, Karyn M.
May 30, 1946 — October 7, 2020
Service: October 14, 2020
Karyn M. Jefferson, 74, passed away October 7, 2020. Karyn M. Jefferson, 74, passed away October 7, 2020. Karyn was born to Margaret Perry and Robert Oakes. She was a factory worker truck driver trainer for 15 years, later retiring from Sprint as a customer service representative. Karyn was a devoted Child of God, mother, […]

Andersen, Wanda M.
October 5, 1930 — October 3, 2020
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Wanda Marlene (Bingaman) Andersen, 89, beloved mother, grandmother, great grandmother, and wife, went to be with her heavenly father on October 3, 2020. Wanda was born and raised in Des Moines, Iowa and received an associate’s degree at Graceland College. She spent most of her life supporting her husband, Dick, in his ministry for the […]

Karoutzos, John G.
September 14, 1943 — September 30, 2020
Service: October 10, 2020
John G. Karoutzos, 77, passed away September 30, 2020 at his home. John was born September 14, 1943 in Agiorgitika, Tripoli, Greece to George and Basiliki (Doanis) Karoutzos who both have preceded him in death. He is survived by his wife Arsenia Karoutzos; son George Karoutzos; son Steven Karoutzos and his wife Jennifer; grandchildren Alexander […]

Payne, Dora Sue
March 8, 1934 — October 4, 2020
Service: October 7, 2020
Dora Sue Payne, 86, passed away October 4, 2020. Dora is survived by husband Bill “Junior” Payne; children: Kathy (David) Wolf and Bill (Claudia) Payne; six grandchildren and numerous great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her son Gary Payne. Visitation 1-2PM, private service to follow, Wednesday, October 7 at Park Lawn, 8251 Hillcrest […]

Pierce, June Anita
July 18, 1924 — October 3, 2020
Service: January 1, 2021
June Anita Pierce, age 96, passed away October 3, 2020. She was born July 18, 1924, to Ira and Lillie (Gore) Wagner in Edwardsville, KS. She was preceded in death by her husband, Travis Pierce, and her son, John Patrick Phelan Jr. She is survived by her daughters, Patricia (Tom) Cabarga of Chapel Hill, NC, […]

Heyer, Delmar L.
July 11, 1929 — October 3, 2020
Service: October 8, 2020
Our Beloved Husband, Dad and Grandfather left this earthly home to be with his precious Savior on October 3, 2020. Delmar L Heyer was born July 11, 1929 in Higginsville, Missouri to; Chris and Mathilda (Fischer) Heyer. Del was the youngest of 8 children. He might have been the youngest but he was never babied. […]

Mohn, H. Charlene
February 20, 1934 — October 1, 2020
Service: October 10, 2020
Mrs. Helen “Charlene” Mohn, age 86, of Raytown Mo. had the great privilege of meeting her Savior face to face on Thursday, October 1st, 2020. Charlene passed away peacefully at home surrounded by family. She was welcomed into this world on February 20th, 1934, at her parent’s country home in Laredo Mo. After moving to […]

Tapp Jr., Lewis Waller
January 4, 1930 — September 30, 2020
Service: October 7, 2020
LEWIS WALLER TAPP, JR. Lewis Waller Tapp Jr., 90, of rural Liberty, MO and Oak Pointe of Kearney, died September 30, 2020 at Liberty Hospital. Lewis was born on January 4, 1930, near Kearney, MO, the youngest child of Lewis Waller and Mary Jane (Searcy) Tapp. He was united in marriage to Joyce Wood on […]

Johnson, Rose Mary
January 25, 1925 — October 1, 2020
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Rose Mary Johnson, 95, of Overland Park, KS, passed away on October 1, 2020. She was preceded in death by her husband Noble Richard L Johnson, father and mother Truman and Gladys Williamson and brother Jack Williamson. She leaves behind daughters Karen (Gary) Merriman of Shawnee, KS and Janet (Kevin) Jilka of Norton, KS; son […]

Brown, Mary Elizabeth “Libby”
February 27, 1936 — September 29, 2020
Service: October 1, 2020
Mary Elizabeth “Libby” Brown, 84, of Holt, MO, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family at 12:08 am on Tuesday, September 29, 2020 at Liberty Hospital in Liberty, MO. A visitation is scheduled from 5-6:30 pm on Thursday, October 1, at Park Lawn Northland Chapel, I-35 at State Route 291, Liberty, MO. A private graveside […]

Cato, Smith Randolph
April 23, 1926 — September 23, 2020
Service: October 3, 2020
*** CLICK HERE TO STREAM SERVICES *** (Please NOTE: streaming begins at 10:30 AM (CST), Saturday, October 3, 2020, with services beginning at 11:00 AM (CST). Smith R. Cato. 94, passed away peacefully on Sept. 23, 2020 with family at his side. The youngest of 12 children, he was born in Vernon, OK to John […]

Oxley, Lawrence E.
May 24, 1937 — September 27, 2020
Service: October 1, 2020
Lawrence E. Oxley, 83, of North Kansas City, MO, died Sunday, September 27, 2020, at North Kansas City Hospital. He was born May 24, 1937, in Kansas City, MO. He is preceded in death by his parents Charles Jerome and Agnes Marie (Hartnett) Oxley, and two brothers Jerry and Donald Oxley and one sister Kathryn […]

Faulkenberry, Anna Faye
October 5, 1933 — September 27, 2020
Service: October 3, 2020
Anna Faye Faulkenberry, 86, of Kansas City, MO, passed away at her home on Sunday, September 27, 2020. Visitation will be 9AM, with services at 10AM, Saturday, October 3 at Park Lawn, 8251 Hillcrest Rd.; burial in Green Lawn Cemetery. Anna Faye was born on October 5, 1933 in Byron, AR to David and Addie […]

Wakefield, Jr., Richard Lee
July 30, 1934 — September 26, 2020
Service: October 3, 2020
Richard Lee Wakefield, Jr., 86, Oak Grove, MO, passed away September 26, 2020 at his home. Visitation will be 1PM, with services to follow at 2PM, Saturday, October 3 at Englewood Church, 10628 E. Winner Rd., Independence, MO 64052; private burial in Missouri Veterans Cemetery, Higginsville, MO. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made […]

Pace, J. William
December 3, 1933 — September 20, 2020
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J William Pace passed away on September 20, 2020 after a long bout with heart disease. He was born in Stone County, MO on December 3, 1933 to Willian “Roscoe” Pace and Leota Bell Ray Pace, and graduated Reeds Spring High School in 1951. The Pace’s moved into the Stone County area shortly after the […]

McKinley, Nancy Ann
March 22, 1938 — September 23, 2020
Service: September 29, 2020
Nancy Ann (Shubert) McKinley, 82, a lifelong Liberty resident, passed away peacefully on September 23, 2020, at Liberty Hospital with family at her side. Visitation will be held from 5-7 pm Monday, September 28, at Park Lawn Northland Chapel, I-35 at State Route 291, Liberty, MO. 64068. A funeral service celebrating Nancy’s life will be […]

Gailey, Marilyn M.
February 9, 1938 — September 19, 2020
Service: October 3, 2020
Marilyn Marie Poland Gailey, 82, of Blue Springs, MO went to be with the Lord on September 19, 2020 in Kansas City, MO. She was a loving and devoted wife, mother, gardener and a talented musician. A lover of God and music, she served many years as pianist at First Baptist Church of Elon, Covenant […]

Frogge, Dorothy Jean (Smith)
November 20, 1932 — September 21, 2020
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Dorothy Jean (Smith) Frogge, 87, passed away September 21, 2020. The family remembered Dorothy at a private graveside service at Palestine Cemetery respecting her concern for the health and safety of extended family and friends. Dorothy was born November 20, 1932 in Kansas City, MO to Frank Charles and Mable Ruby (Jackson) Smith. After graduating […]

Copowycz, Lois C.
June 18, 1919 — September 23, 2020
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Lois C. Copowycz, (ne Lombardi), was born in Mt. Vernon, New York to Sarah and James Lombardi. She attended Bedford-Stuyvesant High School and Business School then worked for Best & Co. in New York City. On June 10, 1945, Lois and Walter Joseph Copowycz were married at Immaculate Conception Church in the Bronx, New York […]

Sims, Connie Lee
November 26, 1946 — September 21, 2020
Service: September 26, 2020
Connie Lee Sims, 73, of Harrisonville, Mo., passed away Monday, September 21, 2020, in Lee’s Summit, Mo. Public welcomed visitation will be from 9-10 AM, Saturday, September 26, at Park Lawn Funeral Home, 8251 Hillcrest Road, Kansas City, Mo. 64138. Memorial services will be semi-private (due to occupancy restrictions of not more than 30 people). Flowers […]

Emanuel, Ruth M.
September 17, 1928 — September 22, 2020
Service: September 28, 2020
Ruth M. Emanuel, 92, passed away September 22, 2020. Ruth was preceded in death by her husband Elmer “Bill” Emanuel, her sister Leola Montgomery and her brother Bob Wolford. Survivors include her son Jerry Emanuel, grandson Addison Emanuel, great grandson Lawson Emanuel and brother Bill Wolford. Visitation will be 10-10:30AM, Monday, September 28 at Park […]

Barragan, Sherry Elaine
July 12, 1946 — September 22, 2020
Service: September 28, 2020
Sherry Elaine Barragan, 74, passed away September 22, 2020. Visitation will be 12-1PM, Monday, September 28 at Park Lawn Funeral Home, 8251 Hillcrest Rd.; 130PM graveside service at Oak Ridge Memorial Gardens, Independence, MO.

Taylor, Theresa M.
November 3, 1930 — September 21, 2020
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My Aunt and Godmother, Theresa M. Taylor, slipped into heaven in late September. Waiting to greet her there were her parents, Charles and Helen, and her siblings, Chuck, Mary Ann, Rosemary, Tom and Delores. Left to mourn her passage are sisters Tudy, Berta, Pat and Margie, her caretakers Chris and Charlie, numerous nieces and nephews […]

Ives, Doris J.
November 13, 1936 — September 20, 2020
Service: September 24, 2020
Doris J. Ives, 83, of Prairie Village, Kansas went to be with the Lord, Sunday September 20, 2020, while at home with family. There will be a graveside service at 2 PM Thursday September 24th, 2020 at Park Lawn Cemetery, 8251 Hillcrest Rd, Kansas City, MO 64138. Doris was born November 13, 1936 in Decaturville, […]

Clemens, Sr., Robert K.
July 5, 1950 — September 19, 2020
Service: September 25, 2020
Robert K. Clemens, Sr., age 70, passed away unexpectedly September 19th, 2020, at St Luke’s hospital after a short battle with pneumonia. Robert is survived by his four children Robert Jr. and Yandelin Jackie Clemens, Timothy Sears and wife, Melissa and Argenis Clemens Rubio, Michelle and David Sears/Valeno; 7 siblings: Kathleen Papas, Jack Clemens, Patricia […]

Vater, Earnest L. “Earnie”
January 10, 1959 — September 19, 2020
Service: September 26, 2020
Earnest Leo “Earnie” Vater passed away on September 19th at Research Medical Center at the age of 61. He was preceded in death by his parents Earnest Joseph and Margaret Ellen Vater. He is survived by his children Michael Vater of Lee’s Summit and Kayla (Ben) Keating of Belton. He was born on January 10th, […]

Aull, Judy P.
July 21, 1934 — September 17, 2020
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Judy Pauline Staples Aull, 86, of Kansas City, Missouri, passed away peacefully with family by her side on September 17, 2020. Judy was born on July 21, 1934 in Dumas, Arkansas. The third and youngest child of Upton and Bonnie Staples. She is survived by her loving husband David Aull; her three daughters: Debbie, Donna, […]

Johnson, Wallace L.
June 15, 1933 — August 29, 2020
Service: September 24, 2020
Wallace L. Johnson, 87, passed away August 29, 2020. Visitation will be 9AM, services to follow at 10AM, Thursday, September 24 at Park Lawn, 8251 Hillcrest Rd.; burial in Leavenworth National Cemetery.

Giannios, Edith
February 10, 1922 — September 14, 2020
Service: September 22, 2020
Edith Giannios, 98, passed away September 14, 2020. Edith was born on February 10, 1922 in Kansas City, Missouri. She was the daughter of George and Anastasia (Baroutas) Jianas. She attended Longfellow Elementary School and Westport High School. As a young woman, Edith worked in the family businesses, the Green Mill Restaurant and Candy Stores. […]

Burnside, Sr., Gary Ray
March 10, 1950 — September 13, 2020
Service: September 21, 2020
The Homecoming Celebration of Gary Ray Burnside, Sr. Mr. Gary Ray Burnside, Sr. was born on March 10, 1950 in Plattesburg, MO to Roland Burnside and Opal Saunders. He graduated from Westport High School in 1969. He went on to work at Metropolitan Community College for 27 years. He married Ann Louise Gordon on November […]

Hayes, Erma Lucille
September 16, 1929 — September 7, 2020
Service: September 26, 2020
Erma Lucille Hayes, 90, of Kansas City, MO, passed away peacefully on September 7, 2020. Graveside services will be at 11:30 a.m. on Saturday, September 26th at Greenmoore Memorial Gardens, Barnett, MO. Erma was born on September 16, 1929, in Barnett, Mo. She was the first born child of 10 to Louis and Bernice Hicks […]

Miller, Donna Jean
July 12, 1943 — September 13, 2020
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Donna Jean Miller, 77, of Overland Park, KS, peacefully passed away on September 13, 2020, after a long battle with Alzheimer’s disease. Donna was born in Kansas City, Wyandotte County, KS to Charles and Josephine (née Ruck) Miller on July 12, 1943. She married Roy B. Miller on September 8, 1962, celebrating 58 years of […]

House, Dale E.
May 7, 1930 — September 11, 2020
Service: September 18, 2020
Dale E. House, 90, passed away September 11, 2020. Graveside services will be 1PM, Friday, September 18 at Memorial Park, 8251 Hillcrest Rd., Kansas City, MO.

Hodge, Martha L.
September 30, 1928 — September 5, 2020
Service: September 19, 2020
We celebrate the life and work of Martha Hodge, who was a faithful servant of the Lord until her passing on September 5, 2020, in Sarasota, Florida, 25 days before her 92nd birthday. Sister Martha was a member of Rosser-Simpson CME Church, for over 50 years; until its closing in 2018, Reverend Carmen Williams was […]

Sawvell, Onda Lee
January 16, 1938 — September 12, 2020
Service: September 16, 2020
Onda Lee Savwell, 82,of Grain Valley, Missouri passed away September 12, 2020, at her home. Visitation will be held from 12-1:30 PM, Wednesday, September 16 at Park Lawn Funeral Home, 8251 Hillcrest Rd, Kansas City, MO 64138; Graveside Service at Memorial Park Cemetery at 1:30 PM. Onda was born January 16, 1938 in Maryville, MO. […]

Weber, James “Jim” M.
July 1, 1946 — September 11, 2020
Service: September 16, 2020
James Milton Weber, former Division Chief of the Liberty, Missouri Fire Department, passed away September 11, 2020. Jim was born July 1, 1946, in Laredo, MO, the elder of two children of Herman “Micky” and Marjorie “Rose” (Peterie) Weber. He graduated from Laredo High School and soon joined the US Navy. Jim served from 1964 […]

Easley, Billie Clifton
May 28, 1927 — September 12, 2020
Service: September 14, 2020
Billie Clifton Easley, 93, of rural Holt, MO, passed away September 12, 2020, at his home. Billie was born in 1927 in rural Mosby, MO, the eldest of six children. His parents, Harry and Ruth Easley, and all five siblings, Bobbie, Berton, Betty, Wayne and Rubin preceded him in death. Billie leaves behind his wife […]

Knox, Patricia L.
November 30, 1943 — September 9, 2020
Service: September 17, 2020
Patricia Lucille “Patti” Knox, 76, of Liberty, MO, passed away September 9, 2020, at her home. Visitation will be held from 10-11 am on Thursday, September 17, at Park Lawn Northland Chapel, Liberty. Graveside services will follow the visitation at Greenlawn Cemetery in Plattsburg, MO at 11:30 am. In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested […]

Cochran, Sr., Mickey Joel
September 16, 1936 — September 10, 2020
Service: September 16, 2020
Mickey Joel Cochran, Sr., 83, passed away September 10, 2020. Mickey Sr. was born in Kansas City, MO to George “Joe” & Opal on September 16, 1936. He was married to Edith July 5th, 1963. He worked as an automotive mechanic all his life until retiring in his early sixties. He served in the Army after […]

Shaw, Everett L.
April 12, 1930 — September 10, 2020
Service: September 16, 2020
Memorial video may be watched at: https://drive.google.com/file/d/13ZKfP5nG6uIIiKYzgK-V8Lkjbz8ZRTUT/view?usp=sharing Everett Leroy Shaw, 90, of Cole Camp, MO passed away peacefully September 10, 2020 at home. Visitation will be held from 6-8 pm on Wednesday, September 16th at Park Lawn Northland Chapel in Liberty, MO. Everett Shaw was born April 12, 1930 in Avondale, Missouri. He lived in […]

Lunning, Philip Ian
February 18, 1983 — September 6, 2020
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Philip Ian Lunning, son of Steven and Lynn Lunning, brother of Julia Hoover, brother in law of Robert Hoover, uncle to Henry Ian Hoover, brother of Andrew Lunning, brother in law of Stephanie Lunning, grandson of Daphne Wittmer has lived all his adult life in the Westport area of Kansas City, Missouri. He graduated from […]

Buck, Bonnie Kaye
December 14, 1945 — September 4, 2020
Service: September 13, 2020
Bonnie Kaye Scott Buck, age 74, passed away Friday, September 4, 2020. Born December 14, 1945 to Kelley and Opal Scott, Bonnie had 4 children and raised a grandson as her own. She married Robert Buck on August 14, 1989. Lover of her Alabama football team and the Chiefs, Bonnie worked as a bookkeeper most […]

Miller, Roy Bruce
January 2, 1941 — September 7, 2020
Service: September 12, 2020
Roy Bruce Miller, 79, of Overland Park, Ks passed away on September 7, 2020 at the age of 79 surrounded by beloved family at Menorah Medical Center. Roy was born in Wyandotte County, Ks to Melval and Margaret Miller on January 2, 1941. He married Donna Miller on September 8, 1962, and they would have […]

Smith, Patricia M.
May 30, 1944 — September 6, 2020
Service: September 11, 2020
Patricia M. Smith, 76, passed away September 6, 2020. Family will receive friends starting at 10AM, Friday, September 11 at Six Mile Baptist Church, 26005 E. Blue Mills Rd., Sibley, MO; burial in Memorial Park Cemetery. Patricia was preceded in death by her husband, Joseph Smith. Survivors include her sister, Charlotte Fisher, her daughter Lisa […]

Hickman, Geraldine Ellen
August 22, 1938 — September 4, 2020
Service: September 11, 2020
Geraldine Ellen Hickman, 82 passed away at her home surrounded by her loving family, September 4, 2020, in Liberty, Missouri. Geraldine was born August 22, 1938, in Farragut, Iowa, to James and Marie (Powers) Graham. She spent her years growing up on a farm in Shenandoah and graduated from Shenandoah High School. She met John […]

Ricker, Johnnie Lee
July 29, 1941 — August 28, 2020
Service: September 14, 2020
Johnnie Lee Ricker, 79, a longtime resident of Liberty, MO, passed away unexpectedly on August 28, 2020. Johnnie was born July 29, 1941, in Macks Creek, MO, the youngest of four children of Henry and Nera (Moulder) Ricker. He grew up in Macks Creek and graduated from high school there. He was drafted into the […]

Viter, Richard D.
November 20, 1926 — August 27, 2020
Service: September 11, 2020
Services for Mr. Viter may be viewed at: https://www.tributeslides.com/tributes/show/QJBM43SJN4B9HNHD Richard Dale Viter, 93, of Independence, MO, returned to his heavenly home on August 27, 2020. Richard, who went by Dick, was born on November 20, 1926 in Gothenburg, NE, to parents Gust and Alice Viter. Gust and Alice were very blessed to have seventeen children […]

Schauperl, Juanita F.
February 10, 1930 — September 2, 2020
Service: September 12, 2020
Juanita Faye Schauperl, 90, passed away on September 2, 2020 at Redwood of Raymore Nursing Home. The visitation will be on Saturday, September 12 from 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm with the service starting at 1:00 pm and the graveside service immediately following at Memorial Park at 8251 Hillcrest Road, Kansas City, Missouri, 64138. Juanita […]

Martin, Jeremy E.
June 15, 1976 — September 1, 2020
Service: September 6, 2020
Jeremy Edmund Martin, 44, of the Kansas City Northland, passed away unexpectedly on September 1, 2020, at St. Luke’s Northland Hospital. Jeremy was born June 15, 1976, in St. Louis County, MO, the middle of three children of Stephen A. and Ann C. (Witzl) Martin. Jeremy grew up in Liberty, MO, where he graduated from […]

Kinder, Donna Jean
September 18, 1948 — September 1, 2020
Service: September 14, 2020
Beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and sister, Donna Jean Kinder, 71, Kansas City, MO, went home to be with the Lord, on Tuesday, September 1, 2020, after her battle with Lewy Body Dementia. Donna was born September 18, 1948, in Kansas City, Missouri, to Donald and Mattie Weiss, the second of four children. She is survived […]

Golden, Catherine Ann
April 24, 1942 — September 1, 2020
Service: September 3, 2020
Catherine Ann Golden, 78, of Liberty, MO, passed away September 1, 2020, at home. Visitation will begin at 10:00 am, followed by funeral services at 11:00 am, on Thursday, September 3, at Park Lawn Northland Chapel, Liberty, MO. Committal services for family will be the Missouri State Veterans Cemetery in Higginsville, MO. Memorials are suggested […]

Dressler, Stephen W.
September 3, 1943 — August 31, 2020
Service: September 11, 2020
Stephen W. Dressler, 76, passed away August 31, 2020. Visitation will be 2-3PM, Friday, September 11 at Park Lawn, 8251 Hillcrest Rd.; burial in Memorial Park Cemetery.

Degenhardt, Marilyn E.
April 20, 1935 — August 31, 2020
Service: September 4, 2020
Marilyn E. Degenhardt, 85, of Kansas City, MO passed away on August 31, 2020. Marilyn was born April 20th, 1935 in Columbus, NE to the late Edward and Mildred (Hardy) Murphy. She was a school secretary for the Hickman Mills School District before retiring. Marilyn was a member of the Ruskin Heights Presbyterian Church. She […]

Neuner, Charles E.
August 28, 1941 — August 31, 2020
Service: September 5, 2020
Charles Edward Neuner, 79, of North Kansas City, passed away peacefully on August 31, 2020, with family at his side. Visitation will be held from 3-5 pm, with military honors at 4:30 pm, on Saturday, September 5, at Park Lawn Northland Chapel, I-35 at State Route 291, Liberty. Burial will be at Leavenworth National Cemetery. […]

McFarland, Robert Lee
February 10, 1925 — August 29, 2020
Service: September 12, 2020
Robert Lee McFarland, 95, passed away August 29, 2020. Robert was born February 10, 1925 to Roy and Tin McFarland of Stanley, Kansas. He graduated from Stanley High School and entered the U.S. Navy in 1942 at the age of 17. Continuing his education in later years, Robert graduated from UMKC in 1971. He was […]

Lancaster, Dorothy “Dot”
January 28, 1923 — August 29, 2020
Service: September 4, 2020
Dorothy “Dot” Lancaster, 97, passed away August 29, 2020 at Villages of Jackson Creek in Independence, MO. Dorothy was born January 28, 1923 to Henry and Vana Lewis in Alapaha, GA. Dorothy worked for Buttonwood Tree for 16 years. From 1983 to 2013, she worked for Yarco Co. in Waco, TX and Gardner, KS. Dorothy […]

Pritchett, Frances D.
August 1, 1944 — August 31, 2020
Service: September 5, 2020
Frances DeAnn (Mellon) Pritchett, a devoted Christian, 76, of Lathrop, joined her Lord and Savior on August 31, 2020. DeAnn was born August 1, 1944, in Kansas City, MO, the eldest of four daughters of James Mellon and Aletha (Moore) Mellon. DeAnn graduated from Lathrop High School in 1962. She was united in marriage to […]

Kingcade, Caroline J.
October 1, 1931 — August 26, 2020
Service: September 3, 2020
Caroline Joyce (Cenci) Kingcade, 88, passed away Wednesday, August 26, 2020. Caroline was born October 1, 1931 in Kansas City, Missouri to Salvatore and Andreina Cenci. She graduated from Southeast High School in 1947 after a family vacation to Italy that extended for nearly a year due to the end of World War II. She […]

Bridge, Johanna V.
February 14, 1960 — August 14, 2020
Service: August 28, 2020
Johanna V. Bridge, 60, passed August 14, 2020. Johanna was born in a hogan in Lukachukai, AZ on February 14, 1960. She was raised in a blended traditional and Catholic home. She graduated from Chinle High School in 1979 and later attended Northern Arizona University. She moved her family to the Kansas City area to find […]

Davis, Harry L.
March 24, 1950 — August 24, 2020
Service: September 1, 2020
Harry Lee Davis, 70, passed away August 24, 2020. Visitation will be 1-2PM, with a graveside service to follow at 2PM, Tuesday, September 1, both at Memorial Park Cemetery, 8251 Hillcrest Rd., Kansas City, MO. Mr. Davis is survived by his wife, Linda Davis; daughter Shiela Ross and her husband Richard Ross; son Brian Davis and […]

Wilson, Jean
April 7, 1931 — August 23, 2020
Service: August 28, 2020
Jean Wilson, 89, passed away August 23, 2020. Visitation will be 9:30AM-10:30AM, Friday, August 28 at Park Lawn Funeral Home, 8251 Hillcrest Rd.; 10:30AM graveside service to follow at Green Lawn Cemetery.

Voyles, Patricia B.
April 23, 1930 — August 24, 2020
Service: August 31, 2020
Patricia Belle (Kelly) Voyles, 90, of Raytown Missouri passed away peacefully on August 24, 2020 in Lees Summit Missouri under her daughter’s care, surrounded by her children, grandchildren and other family members. Services will be held on August 31, 2020 at Park Lawn Funeral Home’s South Chapel in Kansas City MO, 8251 Hillcrest Rd. Visitation […]

Cauthon, Helen L.
January 28, 1928 — August 23, 2020
Service: August 28, 2020
Helen Lou Titus Cauthon, 92 years young, passed away on Sunday, August 23, 2020 at Wilshire Lakewood Care Center. Funeral services will be held at Grace Baptist Church, 850 SW State Route 150, Lee’s Summit, Mo. on Friday, August 28, 2020 at 11:00 AM. Friends and family may visit before the service at 10:00 AM. […]

Greer, Elizabeth K.
July 7, 1949 — August 22, 2020
Service: August 26, 2020
Elizabeth K. Greer, 71, passed away August 22, 2020. Visitation will be 6-8PM, Wednesday, August 26 at Park Lawn Funeral Home, 8251 Hillcrest Rd., Kansas City, MO; 2PM burial Thursday, August 27 at Memorial Park Cemetery. Mrs. Greer is survived by her three children: Patrick Smith, Tammy Smith and Robin Greer; one grandchild, Hailey Smith; and […]

Yantis, Arlene Elizabeth
July 6, 1928 — August 21, 2020
Service: August 27, 2020
Arlene Elizabeth (Roberts) Yantis, 92, of Liberty, MO, went home to be with her Lord on August 21, 2020. She was born to Jeff and Leah Roberts on July 6, 1928, in White Cloud, MO. Arlene was a member of Claycomo Baptist Church. Along with her parents Arlene was preceded in death by her husband […]

Mynatt, Judith D.
May 26, 1941 — August 20, 2020
Service: August 26, 2020
Judith Diane (Lake) Mynatt, 79, a longtime Liberty resident, joined her Lord and Savior in Heaven on August 20, 2020, surrounded by family. Visitation will be held from 6-8 pm Tuesday, August 25, at Park Lawn Northland Chapel, 1640 N. State Route 291, Liberty, MO. Graveside services will be held at 10:00 am Wednesday, August […]

Sanders, Jeffery D.
March 3, 1981 — August 19, 2020
Service: August 26, 2020
Jeffery Dewayne Sanders, 39, of Kansas City, Missouri, passed away on Wednesday, August 19, 2020, at Research Medical Center. Jeff was born March 3, 1981, in Wichita, KS. He worked as a Loan Operations Manager for First Federal Bank of Kansas City. Jeff was united in marriage to his wife, Angela, on November 12, 2016. […]

Winklbauer, Lindsay A.
September 23, 1986 — August 19, 2020
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LINDSAY A. WINKLBAUER Lindsay A. Winklbauer, 33, of Liberty, Missouri, passed away August 19, 2020, in her home surrounded by her family. Services will be private. Lindsay was born September 23, 1986, in North Kansas City, Missouri, to Paul J. and Gwendolyn (Smith) Winklbauer. She graduated from Liberty High School in 2004. Lindsay loved her […]

Vogel, Katharine Nunn
August 20, 1925 — August 5, 2020
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Katharine “Katie” Nunn Vogel, beloved wife of the late Rt. Reverend Arthur A. Vogel, 5th Bishop of the Episcopal Diocese of West Missouri, and a resident at Bishop Spencer Place, died on Wednesday, 5 August 2020, at the age of 94. Katie was born in Sherman, Texas, and moved to Milwaukee, Wisconsin, in 1933. Graduating […]

Bliss, Iris Wanda
March 7, 1930 — August 8, 2020
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With great sadness, the family of Wanda Bliss announces her passing in Olathe, Kansas on August 8, 2020 at 90 years of age. Wanda was born March 7, 1930 to Eddie and N.S. Iddings, the youngest of four children born on her parents’ farm in Pattonsburg, Missouri. She is survived by four of her five […]

Medlen, Roy Dean
December 17, 1927 — August 18, 2020
Service: August 22, 2020
Roy Dean Medlen, 92, formerly of Kearney and a recent resident of Addington Place at Shoal Creek, went to be with the Lord on August 18, 2020, at Liberty Hospital. Roy was born December 17, 1927, in High Point, MO, the eldest of two children of Harry J. and Zelma (Kelsay) Medlen. Following graduation from […]

Zucca, Marta
January 31, 1959 — August 18, 2020
Service: August 21, 2020
Marta Zucca of Lawson, MO passed peacefully on Tuesday, August 18, 2020 after a long courageous battle with cancer. Marta was born January 31, 1959 to Herb & Opal Zucca of Independence, MO. Marta leaves behind a daughter Kayla Happy (husband Josh), two grandchildren Nevaeh and Hunter. Mother Opal Zucca, brother Wyatt Zucca, sisters Colette […]

Brewer, Paul W.
July 29, 1948 — August 15, 2020
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Paul W. Brewer, 72, of Independence, MO, passed away August 15, 2020 at St. Luke’s East Hospital. Paul was born July 29, 1948, in Haynes, Arkansas, the fourth of five children of Owen and Lucille (Pool) Brewer. Along with his parents, Paul was preceded in death by a brother, David, and sisters, Sally and Linda. […]

Drew, Ross “Junior”
September 6, 1928 — August 15, 2020
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Ross “Junior” Drew, 91, passed away August 15, 2020 at Bridgewood Health Care Center in Kansas City, MO. Junior was born September 6, 1928, in Newburg, MO, the ninth of ten children of Roswell and Rosa (Wilson) Drew. Along with his parents, Junior was preceded in death by nine siblings, two sons, Robert “Bob” and […]

Smith, Judith L.
September 20, 1936 — July 25, 2020
Service: August 20, 2020
Judith Lea Smith, 83, of Las Vegas, Nevada, passed away peacefully on July, 25th, 2020. Judith was born in Kansas City, MO on September 20, 1936 to Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Speight. She graduated from Center High School, and immediately entered the work force. She spent many years working in the financial sector of the […]

Bindel, Gerald “Jerry”
December 20, 1940 — August 13, 2020
Service: August 17, 2020
Gerald Vincent “Jerry” Bindel, 79, of Kearney, MO, passed away unexpectedly on August 13, 2020 at his home. Visitation will be held from 12:30-1:30 pm, Rosary at 1:30 pm, and Mass of Christian burial at 2:00 pm, on Monday, August 17, at St. James Catholic Church, Liberty, MO. Burial will follow at Glenridge Cemetery. In […]

Parks, Margot E.
March 18, 1932 — August 10, 2020
Service: August 18, 2020
Margot Elsa Rainftlen was born in Augsburg, Germany to Ludwig and Editha Rainftlen. She grew up during WWII and was once shot at by a plane while running for shelter. After graduation, she found work at the American Army base in town working as a dental assistant. She was married to John Parks who was […]

Simpson, Rita A.
July 14, 1931 — August 10, 2020
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Rita A. Simpson, age 89, passed away August 10, 2020. She was born July 14, 1931, in Hannibal, Missouri, to Thelma and Cornelius “Neil” Powell. Rita is preceded in death by her parents and son, Alan Day. Rita loved to travel and visited all 50 states and Canada, making lasting friends along the way. As […]

Boyer, Floyd Walter “Cotton”
March 24, 1930 — August 10, 2020
Service: August 18, 2020
Floyd Walter “Cotton” Boyer, 90, passed away August 10, 2020 at Armour Oaks Living Center in Kansas City. He was born March 24, 1930, in Parma, MO, the son of Otto Cecil and Stella (Carlyle) Boyer. Floyd served in US Army from 1949 until receiving honorable discharge as a Sergeant First Class on October 30, […]

McMurry, Robert Michael “Bobby”
June 21, 1969 — August 6, 2020
Service: August 14, 2020
Robert Michael “Bobby” McMurry passed away unexpectedly on August 6, 2020, at the age of 51 years old. Bobby was born on June 21, 1969 in Independence, MO to parents Robert R and Glenda Sue McMurry. When he was 9, he excitedly welcomed a baby sister, Molly Christine. He was part of Truman High School’s […]

Jones, Andrew Edward
December 23, 1995 — August 6, 2020
Service: August 14, 2020
Andrew Edward Jones, beloved son, brother, grandson, nephew, cousin, and friend to so many, passed away Thursday, August 6, 2020 in Kansas City, Missouri. He was 24 years old. Andrew, also known to his friends and family as AJ, Andy, and Drew, was born December 23, 1995, in Bad Kreuznach, Germany. He spent most of […]

Fielder, Charley D.
August 20, 1937 — August 2, 2020
Service: August 15, 2020
Charley David “Boss Man” Fielder was born in Shreveport, Louisiana on August 20, 1937, to Lloyd and Mary Fielder of Ringgold, Louisiana. Charley departed this life August 2, 2020. He was preceded in death by his twin Lansa D. brother, his brother Eddie, and his brother Eddie’s wife Johnnie. He attended Ringgold Elementary and High […]

Beaver, Betty Jean
November 16, 1928 — August 10, 2020
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Betty Jean Beaver, 91, of Lathrop, passed away August 10, 2020. Betty will be laid to rest with her husband, James Beaver, at Leavenworth National Cemetery. Survivors: daughters, Theresa Henson (Jeff) of Excelsior Springs, MO, Jami Ivey (Sam) of Jasper, GA; sons, Charles Beaver of Lathrop, MO and Michael Beaver of Cameron, MO; nine grandchildren […]

Smith, Steven D.
December 20, 1951 — August 10, 2020
Service: August 13, 2020
Steven Douglas Smith, 68, of Liberty, MO, passed away August 10, 2020, at Liberty Hospital with his wife Carol at his side. Visitation will be held from 12-1:30 pm Thursday, August 13, at Park Lawn Northland Chapel, I-35 at State Route 291, Liberty. A private graveside service will follow at Fairview/New Hope Cemetery. Steve was […]

Pitts, Sr., Vernon Lee
August 23, 1930 — August 8, 2020
Service: August 12, 2020
Vernon Lee Pitts, Sr., 89, resident of The Gardens at Barry Road, Kansas City, MO, 64153, departed this life for his home with The Lord Jesus Christ on August 8, 2020. Vern was born on August 23, 1930 in Jetmore, Hodgeman County, KS, the seventh child and fifth son to Oren Earl Pitts and Elizabeth […]

Jones, Laura E.
January 31, 1929 — August 6, 2020
Service: August 13, 2020
Laura Elizabeth “Pete” (Kennaley) Jones, 91, of the Kansas City Northland, passed away August 6, 2020 at Northland Rehab and Health Care Center in Kansas City, MO. Laura was born January 31, 1929, in Danbury, Iowa, the fourth of five children of Thomas Edward and Anna Lena (Schimmer) Kennaley. She was united in marriage to […]

Hensley, Bill D.
November 16, 1929 — August 1, 2020
Service: August 1, 2021
Bill D. Hensley, 90, of Liberty, MO, died Saturday, August 1, 2020, at the Norterre Assisted Living Residences in Liberty, MO. Bill Dale Hensley, son of Elza and Anna Marie (Grace) Hensley, was born November 16, 1929 in Lone Star, MO, one of six children. He attended school at Lone Star, graduating in 1948 from […]

Rasdall, Jr., Clarence S.
February 23, 1930 — August 5, 2020
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Clarence S. Rasdall, Jr. 90, of Kansas City, Mo died at the hospital with family wishing they could be at his side. No service is planned at this time but hopefully a celebration of life will be planned for a later date. Clarence was born in Effingham Kansas. He married Valerie George on October 17, […]

Starnes, Jimmy Dale
January 8, 1953 — August 6, 2020
Service: August 10, 2020
Jimmy Dale Starnes, 67, of Kearney, MO, and formerly of Leeton, MO, passed away August 6, 2020, at NorthCare Hospice House with loved ones at his side. Jimmy was born January 8, 1953, in Lebanon, MO, the eldest of four children of Terry and Ruth (Wilson) Starnes. He was united in marriage to Mary Lou […]

Spry, Lloyd Russell “Boss”
January 28, 1930 — August 5, 2020
Service: August 8, 2020
Lloyd Russell “Boss” Spry, 90, passed away August 5, 2020, at his home in Polo, MO, with loved ones at his side. Lloyd was born January 28, 1930, in Missouri City, MO. He was the youngest of three children born to William Wesley Spry and Vivian Allene (Stephens) Spry. Lloyd graduated from Liberty High School. […]

Ransted, Joanna M.
December 8, 1936 — July 31, 2020
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Joanna M. Ransted, 83, passed away July 31, 2020. She was preceded in death by her three sons: David Wise, James Wise and Donald Wise. Survivors include her daughters: Debbie Siders and Tammy Hicks; granddaughter Devon Wise; and her beloved cat Susie. Services to be announced.

Moten, Barbara T.
September 20, 1932 — August 2, 2020
Service: August 15, 2020
“Education was important to us. In fact my father and mother, for years, refused to move into a nicer home and rode the bus until they had first saved enough for the college educations of my brother and me.” —Barbara Moten Barbara Moten, inspired by her parents, loved learning and later valued using her talents […]

Horovitz, Jeanie L.
July 28, 1931 — August 1, 2020
Service: August 8, 2020
Jeanie L. Horovitz, 89, passed away August 1, 2020. Jeanie was born to Ralph Earl and Rose Mary Dowell. She was one of 7 children. She is survived by her husband of 70 years, Maurice Horovitz; sister Rosa Lee Dowell of Naples FL; her daughter Linda Henning and husband Earl of Mount Juliet, TN; daughter-in-law […]

Fanning, Ruth L.
October 22, 1933 — August 4, 2020
Service: August 10, 2020
Ruth L. Fanning, 86, passed away August 4, 2020. Graveside services will be 1PM, Monday, August 10 at Lake Cemetery in Lamar, MO. Ruth is survived by her children: Dan, Debbie, Scott and Ellen; her six grandchildren, eleven great grandchildren and three great great grandchildren.

Moser, Joseph M.
February 6, 1965 — August 1, 2020
Service: August 7, 2020
Joseph M. Moser, 55, passed away August 1, 2020. Visitation 12PM, Friday, August 7 at Park Lawn, 8251 Hillcrest Rd.; 1PM service at Green Lawn Cemetery. Joseph was preceded in death by his parents Joseph B. & Hilda “Irene” (Williams) Moser.

Stevens, Clarence Nelson
September 11, 1927 — August 2, 2020
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Clarence Nelson Stevens passed away suddenly on August 2, 2020. He was 92 years old and lived a long and interesting life. Born September 11, 1927 to Nelson and Anna Stevens in Flint Michigan, he was the oldest of 4 kids. Clarence left home in 1944 to join the Navy, where he served for 5 […]

Strother, Elbert “Jerry”
February 26, 1944 — August 2, 2020
Service: August 7, 2020
Elbert “Jerry” Strother, 76, of Blue Springs died August 2, 2020, at home surrounded by his loving family. A service to celebrate his life will be held on Friday, August 7, 2020 at 1pm at First Christian Church of Blue Springs, 701 NW 15th St, Blue Springs, MO 64015. Jerry was born in Hampton, VA […]

Tolbert, Jr., James William
June 19, 1952 — August 1, 2020
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James William Tolbert, Jr., 68, passed away peacefully on August 1, 2020, at his home surrounded by family, following a lengthy battle with pancreatic cancer. Jim was born June 19, 1952, in Springfield, MO, the eldest of two children. He grew up in Kansas City and served in the US Navy aboard the USS Coral […]

Jennings, Susan Lynne
December 9, 1961 — August 1, 2020
Service: August 25, 2020
Susan Lynne (Bartholome) Jennings, age 58, of Kansas City, Missouri, passed away on August 1, 2020, at her home. She fought a long, hard battle with multiple sclerosis for many years. Susan was born in Brookfield, Missouri, on December 9, 1961, to Mary L. and David D. Bartholome. She grew up in the Gracemor area, […]

Nye, Kenneth O.
July 19, 1934 — July 31, 2020
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Kenneth Oliver Nye of Leawood, KS, peacefully passed away July 31st, 2020. He was born July 19, 1934 in Eugene, MO to Carl Oliver Nye and Helen Townley Nye. The family moved to Kansas City in 1941 where Ken played baseball in the KC 3 & 2 baseball league. He attended Southeast High School followed […]

Barnett, Janie L.
January 11, 1925 — July 29, 2020
Service: August 3, 2020
Janie Lee Barnett, 95, Belton, MO, passed away Wednesday, July 29, 2020 at Research Medical Center. She was born in Kim, Colorado, the daughter of Victor and Evelyn (Thornton) Waters. Janie married Elmer Barnett on March, 28, 1942. They had 4 children: Wylie (Ed), Randy, Jan and Gayle. They were married 63 years. Preceding her […]

Heflin, Leanne
June 25, 1935 — July 16, 2020
Service: August 6, 2020
Leanne Heflin, 85, passed July 16, 2020. Visitation 12PM, service 1PM, Thursday, August 6 at Park Lawn, 8251 Hillcrest Rd.; burial in Green Lawn Cemetery. Leanne was preceded in death by her parents, Leroy and Nellie May (Westpfahl) Heflin, and siblings: Joanne Blackmon, Peggy Fowler, Patricia Wilson and Frances Masters. Survivors include her siblings: Mary […]

Smocks, Sr., Frank
November 13, 1945 — July 27, 2020
Service: August 6, 2020
Frank Smocks, Sr. was born November 13, 1945 to the parents of Theodore and Armenthia Smocks in Kansas City, Missouri. Frank passed away July 27, 2020. His final days were spent at home surrounded by family and friends he loved so much. He graduated from Central high school where he remained an active alumnus. He […]

Meeker, Robert “Bob” L.
March 7, 1935 — July 25, 2020
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Robert “Bob” L. Meeker, 85, of Leawood, Kansas passed away July 25th of complications from a stroke. Bob was born in Sabetha, Kansas on March 7, 1935 to Frohman and Laura Meeker. Bob spent his childhood in Paola and Garnett, Kansas. When asked where he went to school, Bob would respond with humor “Garnett Country […]

Kvasnicka, Charles E.
January 23, 1941 — July 21, 2020
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Charles E. Kvasnicka, known in his youth as Junior, by his hometown as Charlie, by his OP Alumni as Kwaz and by his wife, family and friends as Chuck, passed away July 21, 2020. Humor was his calling card, on and off the road with Kenington and Ocean Pacific among other brands; and especially at […]

Ives, David A.
September 20, 1933 — July 23, 2020
Service: July 28, 2020
David A. Ives, 86, of Prairie Village, Kansas went to be with the Lord, Thursday July 23, 2020, while at home with family. David was born September 20, 1933 to Elmer Leroy and Elizabeth Mary Ives of Westwood, KS, 2nd son and 4th child of the Ives family. David is a graduate of Shawnee Mission […]

Jackson, Betty L.
January 25, 1929 — July 23, 2020
Service: July 27, 2020
Betty Louise Jackson, 91, passed away on Thursday, July 23, 2020 at the Daviess County Care Center in Gallatin, MO. Her graveside funeral services will be held 10:30AM, Monday, July 27, 2020 at Fairview Cemetery in Liberty, MO. Betty was born on January 25, 1929 in Vandalia, MO to Albert E. and Blanche Marie Tinsley […]

Miller, David H.
October 13, 1945 — July 21, 2020
Service: July 25, 2020
David H. Miller, 74, died July 21, 2020, at home with his wife and daughters by his side. A small family funeral will be held on Saturday, July 25th and he will be laid to rest in the Memorial Park Cemetery in Kansas City, Missouri. David was born on October 13, 1945 in Kansas City, […]

Chrisman, Bertha E.
May 3, 1932 — July 17, 2020
Service: July 27, 2020
Bertha E. Chrisman, 88, passed away July 17, 2020. Bertha was born May 3, 1932 in Fayette, MO to George and Leona (Martin) Volz. She graduated from Northeast High School in Kansas City, MO. Bertha married Edgar T. Chrisman on November 19, 1960 who preceded her in death in 1989. She retired from Avon products […]

Geren, Diane M.
September 20, 1957 — July 21, 2020
Service: July 31, 2020
Diane Marie (Graskemper) Geren, 62, of Raytown, MO, passed away unexpectedly on July 21, 2020, at North Kansas City Hospital. Diane was born September 20, 1957, in Kansas City, KS. She graduated from Liberty High School. She was united in marriage to Michael Allan Geren on November 26, 1999. Diane worked at Target in Liberty […]

Craven, Dr. Bobby E.
July 26, 1939 — July 20, 2020
Service: August 1, 2020
* Service Live-stream Link: https://youtu.be/ZLFa6zdeXxw Dr. Bobby (Bob) Ern Craven, age 80, of Liberty, MO, formerly of Excelsior Springs, MO, went home to be with his Lord and Savior Monday, July 20, 2020. Bob was born on July 26, 1939, to Mose and Fern (Martin) Craven in Excelsior Springs. After graduating from Excelsior Springs High School, […]

Williams, Lucille J.
December 24, 1930 — July 18, 2020
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Lucille Josephine Williams was born December 24, 1930 in Kansas City, MO to Henry Moran and Effie Blair. She passed July 18, 2020 in Kansas City, MO surrounded by family. Lucille attended the Swope Parkway Church of Christ for over 60 years. She retired from The University of Missouri as a Nutritionist. Lucille was preceded […]

Ambrosius, Harold H.
December 12, 1924 — July 19, 2020
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Harold H. Ambrosius was born in 1924 and passed away on July 19, 2020. He attended Central High School where he was on the football and track teams. After graduation he joined the Navy and was sent to the “Pacific Theatre” during World War II. While he was in the Navy, he was also assigned […]

Ray, Gayle Ann
November 25, 1954 — July 19, 2020
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Gayle Ann (Fischer) Ray, 65, of Platte City, MO, passed away peacefully on July 19, 2020, at NorthCare Hospice House. Gayle was born November 25, 1954, one of five children of George and Evelyn (Burton) Fischer. She grew up in Wyandotte County, KS and graduated from Bonner Springs High School in 1973. Gayle was a […]

Endicott, Jr., Vergil Roy
February 1, 1955 — July 19, 2020
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Vergil Roy Endicott, Jr., 65, passed away peacefully on July 19, 2020 at his home in Blue Springs, MO. He was born February 1, 1955, in Carrollton, MO. He graduated from Fort Osage High School in 1973. Preceding Vergil in death are his parents, Vergil Roy Endicott, Sr. and Bonnie Deloris (Callihan) Endicott; and wife, […]

Hale, Loula Mae
July 3, 1926 — July 16, 2020
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Loula Mae Hale, 94, of Kansas City, MO, passed away peacefully Thursday, July 16 2020. Private funeral services at Park Lawn Funeral Home; burial in Green Lawn Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that contributions be made to the Alzheimer’s Association, 225 N. Michigan Ave., Floor 17, Chicago, IL 60601. Loula, daughter of […]

Elbert, Edna T.
March 18, 1932 — July 15, 2020
Service: July 24, 2020
Edna M. Turner Elbert passed on July 15, 2020. She was born March 18, 1932 in Booneville, Missouri, the first born to Jessie M. Brown and Fred A. Monroe. She attended school in Booneville, Missouri. After moving to Kansas City she attended R.T. Coles. Edna married Theodore Turner and to this union three children were […]

King, Bryan W.
March 21, 1975 — July 16, 2020
Service: July 20, 2020
Bryan Wallace King, 45, of Liberty, MO, passed away unexpectedly on July 16, 2020, at Liberty Hospital with family at his side. Bryan was born March 21, 1975, in Kansas City, MO. He grew up in Liberty, MO, and graduated from Liberty High School in 1993. He later received his Associate’s degree from Maple Woods […]

Rankin, Tyler Mason
March 10, 1996 — July 2, 2020
Service: July 25, 2020
**To view Tyler’s recorded service, click the following link: https://youtu.be/ZMfiOsbV_oU TYLER MASON RANKIN Tyler Mason Rankin (Sgt,USMC), 24, formerly of Gladstone, MO, passed away July 2, 2020, while stationed in Japan. Tyler lost his life off the coast of Hamada Beach in Shimane, Japan, saving other Marines who had been swept offshore. Tyler was born […]

Evans, Mary Ellen
March 27, 1939 — July 13, 2020
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Mary Ellen (Baker) Evans, 81, of Blue Springs, MO, was welcomed into the Kingdom of Heaven on July 13, 2020, at St. Luke’s East Hospital. Mary Ellen was born March 27, 1939, in Kansas City, MO, the fifth of six children of Orville Albert and Dorothy Mary (Kirby) Baker. Along with her parents, Mary Ellen […]

Gregory, Mornett
July 11, 1939 — July 13, 2020
Service: July 23, 2020
Born in Hope, Arkansas on July 11, 1939, Mornett Hicks-Gregory lived a productive, prosperous and blessed life. Born to David Hicks and Revia Jones, both land owners, Mornett’s father was a military man and railroad worker and her mother was a homemaker. Her mother, however, died at a young age. Her father later remarried Margaret […]

Huddleston, Yetive Regina
July 19, 1948 — July 12, 2020
Service: July 20, 2020
We, the family and friends of Yetive Regina “Jeannie” (Wright) Huddleston, vow never to say good-bye. We will treasurer and remember her for our lifetime, plus many generations to come. We will not forget the life-lessons she taught, demonstrated, and lived. Her smiles, jokes, words of counsel, encouragement, and guidance will live on in each […]

Peters, Shirley M.
April 14, 1930 — July 13, 2020
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Shirley Marie (King) Peters, 90, joined her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on July 13, 2020, at her home in Independence, MO. She was born April 14, 1930, in Independence, MO, one of six children of George Walter and Ethel Pearl (Hanson) King. Along with her parents and five siblings, Shirley was preceded in death […]

Neds, Dorothy L.
October 17, 1923 — July 12, 2020
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Dorothy (Dottie) Louise Neds passed away at Lee’s Summit, Missouri on July 12, 2020 at the age of 96. She is preceded in death by her first husband R. Grant Neds and her second husband, Gordon E. Martin, her parents Theodore R. Schulze and Minnie M. Evans Schulze and her sisters Theodora (Teddy) R. Kinnaman […]

Frans, Christine Marie
October 14, 1946 — July 7, 2020
Service: August 29, 2020
CHRISTINE MARIE FRANS Christine Marie Frans, 73, of Kansas City, MO, passed away Tuesday, July 7, 2020, at NorthCare Hospice, North Kansas City, MO. Visitation will be from 3:00-4:30 PM, Saturday, August 29, 2020 at Shoal Creek Community Church, 6816 N Church Rd, Pleasant Valley, MO 64068. The family has asked everyone to dress comfortably–wearing Chiefs […]

Ginnings, Bobby Dean
November 17, 1943 — July 10, 2020
Service: July 15, 2020
Bobby Dean “Bob” Ginnings, 76, Raymore MO passed away peacefully July 10th, 2020. He was born November 17, 1943 to Curtis and Christine in Eldridge MO. He was a retired Sign Installer and a member of the Sheet Metal Union Workers Association. He was a veteran of the United States Navy. He was proceeded in […]

Voorhees, Deborah Ann
September 9, 1948 — July 8, 2020
Service: July 13, 2020
Deborah Ann Voorhees, age, 71, passed away July 8, 2020. Funeral service will be 1:00pm, Monday, July 13, 2020. Family will receive friends beginning at 12Noon on Monday. Burial at Green Lawn Cemetery. Deborah’s main love in life was her family. She enjoyed crocheting, collecting Teddy Bears, and her favorite meal was always tacos. Deborah […]

Gregory, Minnie Ellen
November 15, 1925 — June 26, 2020
Service: July 21, 2020
Minnie Ellen Gregory (Nani Minnie), 94, went to be with her Lord and Savior on Friday, June 26, 2020. Minnie was born in Kansas City, Missouri to Lewis M. and Julia R. Duncan on November 15, 1925. Minnie was an entertainer and sang with her dad’s band. She also worked at the Tower, Midland and […]

Welch, Robert W.
July 24, 1939 — July 7, 2020
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Robert W. Welch, was born July 24, 1939 to Robert A. Welch and Agnes (Wilkinson) Welch. He was the oldest of three children. Dad became an Eagle Scout before he graduated from Paseo High School. He was a 32nd Degree Scottish Rite Mason and a member at the Ararat Shrine Temple. He was in the […]

Johnson, Frederick W. “Bill”
October 9, 1936 — July 8, 2020
Service: July 11, 2020
Frederick William “Bill” Johnson, 83, passed away July 8, 2020, at his home surrounded by family. He fought a five-year battle with cancer, throughout which he never quit helping his family, friends and church whenever asked. Bill was born in Festus, MO, on October 9, 1936, to Elmo and Tileta Johnson. He grew up in […]

Owings, Mark C.
October 10, 1953 — July 5, 2020
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Mark C. Owings, 67, of Kansas City, MO, passed away July 5, 2020. Survivors include his brother Glenn Owings and his wife Donna; brother Vance Owings; and his nieces and nephews: Chris, Carrie, Ronald and Denise. Private family burial in Memorial Park Cemetery.

Smith, Paul E.
January 12, 1932 — July 6, 2020
Service: July 11, 2020
Paul E. Smith was born January 12, 1932, to Harold Smith and Mattie Fearn Smith. He passed away July 6th, 2020 at Research Hospital in Kansas City MO. Paul went to Sumner High School in Kansas City, Kansas. Paul was a member of the finance committee and a steward at Willis Chapel AME Church. Paul […]

Bost, Teresa “Terry”
August 23, 1938 — June 29, 2020
Service: July 3, 2020
Teresa Ann “Terry” Bost, 81, a longtime Liberty, MO resident, peacefully departed this life on Monday, June 29, 2020, with her husband of 62 years at her side. Terry was born August 23, 1938, in Kansas City, KS. She was united in holy matrimony to Kenneth Earl Bost on June 15, 1958, in North Kansas […]

Morrisey, Jr., Walter J.
April 2, 1960 — June 27, 2020
Service: July 6, 2020
Walter J. Morrisey, 60, passed peacefully in his home on June 27th, 2020 surrounded by family. Walt was preceded in death by his mother, father and son Zach, leaving behind the family dog Milo. Walt proudly served in the Army for four years stationed in Baumholder, Germany and recently retired in April from the National […]

Smith, Carole Ann
September 20, 1935 — June 27, 2020
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Carole Ann Smith, age 84, passed away peacefully on June 27, 2020, at McCrite Plaza at Briarcliff in Kansas City, MO. She is preceded in death by her parents, William Walker and Hazel Bird; sisters, Betty Ruth Bird, Jeannette Baxter Bates and Barbara Sue Hershey; and brother, Walker Reames Bird. She is survived by her […]

Shelor, Alice L.
December 6, 1926 — June 25, 2020
Service: July 11, 2020
Alice L. Shelor, 93, passed away June 25, 2020. Graveside services will be 10:30AM, Saturday, July 11 at Green Lawn Cemetery, 8251 Hillcrest Rd., Kansas City, MO.

Dawn, Gordon H.
April 21, 1936 — June 25, 2020
Service: June 29, 2020
Gordon H. Dawn, 84, passed away June 25, 2020. Gordon was born April 21, 1936 in Stone Lake, Wisconsin. He moved with his family to Minnesota where he graduated from high school and met his wife Doris. They were married January 1, 1956. Gordon worked as a printer for the Nazarene Publishing House from 1956-2000. […]

Kincaid, Garnett
December 23, 1939 — June 16, 2020
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Garnett Kincaid, age 80, of Liberty, MO passed away on June 16, 2020 at Liberty Health and Wellness Nursing Facility, Liberty, MO. Garnett was born on December 23, 1939 in Pierce Nebraska, the daughter of Herbert and Emma Magdanz. For 35 years, she worked in the restaurant industry mainly as a Manager. Garnett is survived […]

Reed, Sr., Duane E.
October 22, 1958 — June 23, 2020
Service: June 26, 2020
Duane E. Reed, Sr., 61, of Grandview, MO, passed away peacefully June 23, 2020 from complications of colon cancer. Duane was born in Kansas City, MO to Carl and Miriam Reed on October 22, 1958. He attended Grandview High School. He married Cherri Fuller on October 1, 1988. They were blessed with three children: Duane, […]

Freeland, Norma J.
March 23, 1934 — June 23, 2020
Service: June 27, 2020
Norma J. Freeland, 86, passed away June 23, 2020. A memorial visitation will be 1-3PM, Saturday, June 27 at Park Lawn Funeral Home, 8251 Hillcrest Rd., Kansas City, MO. All guests are kindly asked to wear masks. Mrs. Freeland was preceded in death by her husband, Jim. Survivors include her daughter Terri (Michael) OConnor, daughter Susan Van […]

Clemens, Rebecca Clara
March 30, 1932 — June 21, 2020
Service: June 28, 2020
Rebecca Clara Clemens was born March 30, 1932, in Eugene, Missouri, the daughter of Paul J. and Rella (Rush) Etter. She was the fifth of seven siblings—three older brothers, an older sister, and two younger brothers. Rebecca attended school at Eugene and became a member of the Christian Church there. Rebecca met Robert Clemens her […]

Sell, Leon
August 28, 1932 — June 19, 2020
Service: June 27, 2020
Leon Sell passed away peacefully on June 19, 2020. He was born August 28, 1932, to W. Leon and Marguerite Sell of Independence, MO. He graduated from Wm. Chrisman High School and served in the US Marine Corps during the Korean conflict. He married his high school sweetheart, Martha Lou Winter, and enjoyed 29 years […]

Leighton, Mary Jean
October 26, 1929 — June 18, 2020
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Mary Jean Leighton (90) went to her Lord on June 18, 2020 from complications of Alzheimer’s. Funeral services will be scheduled at a later date at Park Lawn Funeral Home. Mary Jean was born October, 1929 in St. Louis, Missouri to Orville and Marie McQueen. She grew up with her brother, Richard McQueen, in Kirwin, […]

Boone, Jacqueline Ann
June 9, 1964 — June 10, 2020
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Jacqueline Ann Boone, 56, passed away June 10, 2020. Jacqueline was born June 9, 1964 to Charles and Barbara Gardner who preceded her in death. She is survived by her husband Frank M. Boone and her daughter Krystin Crumley. Cremation.

Siragusa, Michael Joseph
February 11, 1932 — June 16, 2020
Service: June 25, 2020
Michael Joseph Siragusa, 88, of Kansas City, MO, entered his Heavenly home on June 16, 2020. He passed peacefully with his beloved family at his side. Mike was born February 11, 1932, in Kansas City, MO, the younger of two children of Joseph Michael Siragusa, an Italian immigrant, and Pauline Francesca (Passantino) Siragusa. He grew […]

Tarwater, Patricia Alene
June 28, 1934 — June 18, 2020
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Patricia Alene Tarwater, 85, passed away on June 18, 2020 due to Covid-19. Patricia (Pat) was born June 28, 1934 in Kansas City, Missouri, to Margaret Mary (Meaney) Tarwater and John Nolan Tarwater. She lived in the Kansas City area throughout her life attending Blessed Sacrament Elementary School and Loretto Academy. For many years, Pat […]

Kovak, Walter
October 22, 1926 — April 5, 2020
Service: June 26, 2020
Walter Kovak, 93 died of natural causes on April 5, 2020 in the comfort of his home in Kansas City, MO. He was born on October 22, 1926 in Toledo, OH. Walter graduated from Catholic High School in Toledo, Ohio and St. Mary’s College in Orchard Lake, Michigan where he graduated Magna Cum Laude and […]

Johnson, Margaret J. “Peggy”
August 23, 1941 — April 9, 2020
Service: June 27, 2020
Margaret “Peggy” (Carpenter) Johnson, 78, of Kansas City, MO passed away Thursday, April 9th, 2020 at the Villages of Jackson Creek in Independence, MO after a long battle with Alzheimer’s. She was born on August 23rd, 1941 in Kansas City, MO, the daughter of Donald W. and Charlotte J. (Edel) Carpenter. Peggy graduated from Southeast […]

Carroll, Charles M.
February 10, 1932 — June 14, 2020
Service: June 18, 2020
Charles Melvin Carroll, 88, a resident of the Kansas City Northland and formerly of Overland Park, KS, passed away June 14, 2020 at Liberty Hospital. Charlie was born February 10, 1932, in Cherryville, NC, one of eight children of Jesse Lohr and Ellen Bryte (Sellers) Carroll. His parents and seven siblings preceded him in death. […]

Brown, II, Michael Lee
May 28, 1974 — June 14, 2020
Service: June 20, 2020
Michael Lee Brown, II, 46, passed away June 14, 2020. Visitation will be 9-10:30AM, Saturday, June 20 at Park Lawn, 8251 Hillcrest Rd. Graveside services will follow immediately at 1030AM at Memorial Park Cemetery.

Coleman, Charlotte A.
July 22, 1940 — June 14, 2020
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Charlotte Ann (Simsheuser) Coleman, 79, passed away June 14, 2020. Charlotte was born July 22, 1940, in Weston, MO, to John J. Jr. and Marguerette May (McKinnon) Simsheuser. Along with her parents, Charlotte was preceded in death by her husband of 50 years, John D. Coleman. Charlotte leaves her daughter, Lisa Petry and her husband […]

Roeske, Jerome M.
November 1, 1940 — June 30, 2020
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KANSAS CITY, MO — Jerry, 79, died at home of heart related issues. He was born in Chicago, Illinois. The WINDY CITY – Home of Pabst Blue Ribbon, the Wrigley Building, pool halls, the 1967 blizzard, The Sears Tower, CUBS, DA BEARS, &, in Jerry’s mind, THE BEST PIZZA IN THE WORLD. He was born […]

Agrusa, Shirley Jo
January 9, 1948 — June 12, 2020
Service: June 19, 2020
Shirley Jo (Montesano) Agrusa, 72, of Lee’s Summit, passed away peacefully on Friday, June 12th, 2020, with her family beside her. She was born on January 9, 1948, in Kansas City, MO to Joe and Marie Montesano. Shirley grew up in Northeast Kansas City and is a graduate of Northeast High School, Class of 1966; […]

Sherrill, Sr., James Vernon
June 20, 1937 — March 30, 2020
Service: June 27, 2020
James Vernon Sherrill, Sr., 82, passed March 30, 2020. James was born June 20, 1937 in Kansas City, MO to P.V. Sherrill and Velma Barnett. In 1955, he graduated from Central High School and also married Margaret J. O’Dell. James joined the U.S. Army Reserves and later retired from the GM Leeds Plant after 28 […]

Houk, Pauline E.
June 12, 1916 — June 11, 2020
Service: June 11, 2021
Pauline Elnora Houk, 103, formerly of Gladstone, passed away June 11, 2020 at Pleasant Valley Manor. She was born December 10, 1916, in Colorado, the daughter of Clyde and Flossie (Smith) Tope. Along with her parents, Pauline was preceded in death by her husband, Cecil D. Houk, three brothers and three sisters. She leaves three […]

Unruh, Roberta J.
August 19, 1946 — June 11, 2020
Service: June 15, 2020
Roberta J. Unruh, 73, passed June 11, 2020. Visitation 12PM, service 1PM, Monday, June 15 at Park Lawn, 8251 Hillcrest Rd.; burial in Memorial Park Cemetery.

McCone, Jean
December 2, 1920 — June 9, 2020
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Jean McCone, 99, passed away June 9, 2020, at Tallgrass Creek in Overland Park, Kansas. She was born December 2, 1920, to Morris and Mabel Holloway Boyack in Afton, Iowa. Jean grew up on a farm near Afton, graduating from Afton High School where she was active in 4-H. She graduated from Iowa State University […]

Kirby, Jane
May 16, 1931 — June 10, 2020
Service: June 15, 2020
Jane (Humphrey) Kirby, 89, of Liberty, MO, passed away June 10, 2020, at Liberty Health and Wellness Center. Jane was born May 16, 1931, in Kansas City, MO, the younger of two children of Ralph and Blanche (Minter) Humphrey. Along with her parents, Jane was preceded in death by her brother, Eldon Humphrey. Jane worked […]

Brownfield, Kenneth Michael
November 11, 1966 — June 8, 2020
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Kenneth Michael Brownfield, 53, of Independence, MO, passed away unexpectedly on June 8, 2020, at his home. Kenny was born November 11, 1966, in Midwest City, Oklahoma, the eldest of two sons of Kelly Arlen and Barbara Jean (Huebner) Brownfield. His brother, Scott Brownfield, preceded him in death. Kenny worked for Ben’s Lawn and Garden […]

Wells, Sharon Faye Turnbough
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Service: June 14, 2020
Born in Kokomo, Indiana on a hot day in July, 1946, Sharon Wells loved continuing that warmth in all her interactions. As Rev. Luke and Esther Turnbough’s first-born child, Sharon had 5 and 6 years respectively on her siblings, Vicki and Mark, and liked it so much, she continued to lead them—and many others!—the rest […]

Rosewaren, Terry W.
July 8, 1959 — June 7, 2020
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Terry W. Rosewaren, 60, died June 7, 2020 at Saint Luke’s Hospice House, KCMO following a lengthy illness. Terry was born July 8, 1959, the son of John R Rosewaren and Marcia (Baker) Buttrey. Terry was born July 8, 1959 in Richmond, MO and lived most of his adult life in the Kansas City metropolitan […]

Byrd, Anita L.
August 29, 1938 — June 8, 2020
Service: June 11, 2020
In deepest sorrow we are announcing the passage of Anita Lea Byrd on June 8th, 2020 at the age of 81. Anita was preceded in death by her mother Neva, her father George Lee and her brother Rodney Kneale. Along with her beloved husband Wayne L. Byrd. She is survived by her two daughters Lynn […]

Terranova, Katherine
September 28, 1930 — June 3, 2020
Service: June 13, 2020
Katherine Terranova, 89, passed away June 3, 2020. Katherine was born September 28, 1930 in Kansas City, KS to James and Frances (Alonge) Benvenuto. She graduated from Wyandotte High School in Kansas City, KS. She retired from the Social Security Administration. Katherine was preceded in death by her husband Salvatore, Sr., her parents, two sisters: […]

Moore, Creamola R.
January 4, 1926 — June 3, 2020
Service: June 13, 2020
Creamola Ratliff Moore, 94, passed away June 3, 2020. Creamola was born 7th out of 10 children to the union of Henderson and Emma (Farrish) Ratliff. One year while visiting her uncle, she met and eventually married the love of her life, John Lee Moore (passed May of 1993) and to this loving union, three […]

Hartman, Betty Mae
May 15, 1923 — June 4, 2020
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Betty Mae Hartman, 97, passed away peacefully at home with family on June 4, 2020. Betty was born May 15, 1923 in Hickman Mills, MO. She was a member of the Grandview United Methodist Church and the Little Blue River D.A.R. Betty was preceded in death by her husband Bill and her twin sons. Survivors […]

Betterton, Henry Wayne Jack
June 4, 2020 — June 4, 2020
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Henry Wayne Jack Betterton, a baby son delivered to Tana and Kyle, became Heaven’s angel on June 4, 2020. Along with his mom and dad, Henry’s family includes a sister, Cirilla Leigh Ann Betterton (deceased); grandparents, Theresa and Lamont Betterton, Amber Booth and Scott Dobson; great grandparents, Coetta Whiteley, Jack Hoyt, Alan McMichael (Vonda deceased) […]

Erickson, Myrtle Hines May
November 10, 1926 — May 31, 2020
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Myrtle Hines May Erickson, 93, a devout Christian lady, went to be with her lord on My 31, 2020, surrounded by her loving family. She was born Nov. 10, 1926 in Preston, Mo. the daughter of Archie and Mae (Wilson) Odenbaugh. In 1944 Myrtle moved to KCMO where she meet and married Wayne H. Hines. […]

Compton, McKenzie Lynne
November 14, 1997 — May 31, 2020
Service: June 13, 2020
McKenzie Lynne Compton, 22, finally met her Savior face to face on May 31, 2020. She passed away peacefully at her home with family at her side following a year-long battle with Stage IV AngioSarcoma cancer. McKenzie was born November 14, 1997, in Hutchinson, Minnesota. She graduated Valedictorian from Plattsburg High School in 2015, and […]

Jordan, Ruth Ann
March 27, 1946 — May 28, 2020
Service: June 6, 2020
RUTH ANN JORDAN, 74, OF INDEPENDENCE, MO PASSED AWAY MAY 28, 2020. GRAVESIDE SERVICES WILL BE HELD WITH THE FAMILY ON SATURDAY, JUNE 6TH, AT THE MEMORIAL PARK CEMETERY LOCATED AT 8251 HILLCREST ROAD, KANSAS CITY, MO. MS. JORDAN IS SURVIVED BY HER CHILDREN, PAMELA PATCHEN OF OVERLAND PARK, KANSAS, PATRICIA POLFER AND HER HUSBAND […]

Reynolds, Ronald K.
September 3, 1947 — May 31, 2020
Service: June 4, 2020
Ronald K. Reynolds, 72, passed away May 31, 2020. Graveside services will be 11AM, Thursday, June 4 at Mt. Moriah Cemetery, 10507 Holmes Rd. Ronald worked as a floral designer, private caterer and he painted ornaments and perfume bottles at Hall’s on the Plaza in Kansas City. He was a wonderful chef. Survivors include his […]

Solsberg, Marjorie J.
September 28, 1921 — May 29, 2020
Service: June 4, 2020
Marjorie J. Solsberg, my precious beloved mother, entered into heaven on May 29, 2020 at the age of 98. She was preceded in death by her husband, Melburn (dec. July 3, 2011), and her daughter, Donna Jean (dec. Dec. 17, 1954). She is survived by her son, Scott. Marjorie was born in Cross Timbers, Missouri […]

Tye, Kathleen A.
November 7, 1932 — May 28, 2020
Service: May 30, 2020
Kathleen Ann Tye, 87, passed May 28, 2020. Graveside services will be 2:30PM, Saturday, May 30 at Green Lawn Cemetery, 8251 Hillcrest Rd. Kathleen was born November 7, 1932. She was a member of Gospel Fellowship. She had four children: Dale Tye (Merriel), Jewell Thomas, Lori Hurlburt (Robert) and Renita (Joe: deceased) Newman; fourteen grandchildren […]

Gourley, Darrel W.
February 23, 1926 — May 21, 2020
Service: May 31, 2020
***A live streamed service will begin at 2:00 pm Sunday, May 31, 2020. Please see the attached link. https://youtu.be/A6mg6lAHvJw*** Darrel Wright Gourley, husband, father, grandfather, and beloved coach at William Jewell College, passed away May 21, 2020, at Norterre Living Center in Liberty, MO, at the age of 94. Darrel was born February 23, 1926, […]

Herald, Jr., Robert L.
January 22, 1942 — May 27, 2020
Service: June 1, 2020
Robert Lee Herald, Jr (Bob) passed away peacefully into the presence of God on Wednesday, May 27, 2020. He was a beloved husband, father and grandfather. Born in Independence, MO on January 22, 1942 to Robert and Frances Herald. Before graduating from Van Horn High School (1960) in Kansas City Mo, he earned the rank […]

Dyer, Jean L.
June 3, 1931 — May 27, 2020
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Jean L. Dyer, 88, passed away peacefully on May 27, 2020. Private graveside family services.

Barnes, Martin W.
March 6, 1959 — May 27, 2020
Service: June 5, 2020
Martin Wayne Barnes, born March 6, 1959, age 61, entered into eternal rest on May 27, 2020 in Kansas City, Kansas. Martin was introduced to Christ at an early age. Pastor Ricky Beach baptized Martin January 4, 2009. He was a faithful member of Maywood Baptist Church located in Independence Missouri for over 10 years. […]

Yuratovich, William Thomas
March 5, 1925 — May 26, 2020
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GLADSTONE, MO – William T. Yuratovich died of natural causes May 26, 2020 at Northcare Hospice. He was born March 5, 1925 in Kansas City, Kansas, the son of John and Julia (Stamfel) Yuratovich. William (Bill) graduated from Bishop Ward High School, Class of 1943. Following graduation, he served with the U.S. Navy in the […]

Privett, Russell G.
November 12, 1932 — May 25, 2020
Service: May 30, 2020
Russell Glenn Privett, 87, of Kearney, MO., passed away peacefully on Monday, May 25, 2020. He was a devoted husband and father of three sons. Truly emulating his Heavenly Father, Russell was a solid rock when you were surrounded by sinking sand. He was strong, yet gentle, a tireless provider and a devout caregiver. He […]

Jurgensen, Daniel Alan
February 14, 1953 — May 25, 2020
Service: June 6, 2020
Daniel Alan Jurgensen, 67, of Liberty, MO, passed away peacefully on May 25, 2020, at St. Luke’s Hospice House in Kansas City, MO with family at his side. Dan was born February 14, 1953, in Fort Dodge, IA, the second of four sons of Richard and Mary (Wesley) Jurgensen. He graduated from Albia High School […]

Williams, Sr., James E.
May 10, 1953 — May 22, 2020
Service: May 30, 2020
Celebration of life for James E Williams Sr. James Edward Williams Sr. affectionately known as Jimmy, was born to the late Robert Sr. and Elizabeth Williams on May 10,1953 in Little Rock, Arkansas. Jimmy was the third child of their nine children. Jimmy graduated from Jacksonville High School in 1971, where he then began to […]

McClain, Alene Ruth
December 4, 1921 — May 24, 2020
Service: June 2, 2020
Alene Ruth McClain, 98, went to be with the Lord on May 24, 2020. Alene was born December 4, 1921 in Kansas City, KS to Verle and Lolita Blanche Ludwig On April 5, 1941, Alene and William E. McClain were married in Kansas City, MO. They were married 66 years until William’s passing in 2007. […]

Layton, Elvis W. “Al”
July 5, 1929 — May 23, 2020
Service: May 29, 2020
Remembering Elvis (Al) Layton The original “Elvis” as he always called himself was very hardworking, fun loving and truly enjoyed life! At a very young age, Al started helping the Layton family working side by side with his father. Once the school house burned down…and since “he knew more than the teacher”…he went to work […]

Combest, Ronald P.
April 6, 1930 — May 23, 2020
Service: June 13, 2020
In Memory of Ronald Pearson Combest April 6,1930 to May 23, 2020 Ronald Pearson Combest of Oklahoma City, Oklahoma peacefully passed away to heaven on May 23, 2020 in the loving presence of his daughter and son-in-law at the Kansas City Hospice House at the age of 90. He is preceded in death by his […]

Zimmerman, Jr., Alfred
November 10, 1940 — May 25, 2020
Service: May 29, 2020
Alfred Zimmerman, Jr., 79, of the Kansas City Northland, passed away peacefully on May 25, 2020, at his home with family at his side. Visitation for friends and family will be held from 9:30-10:45 am Friday, May 29, at Park Lawn Northland Chapel, I-35 at State Route 291, Liberty. Rosary and services will follow the […]

Atherton, Dallas Scott
May 9, 2002 — May 21, 2020
Service: May 30, 2020
Dallas Scott Atherton, of Smithville Missouri passed away May 21st at the age of 18. Dallas was born May 9, 2002 at ST Luke’s Hospital in Kansas City, MO. He is the oldest child of Gregory Atherton and Megan Hynes. He is part of the 2020 Graduating class of Smithville High School and was currently […]

Green, Marsha K.
December 2, 1942 — May 22, 2020
Service: May 28, 2020
In loving memory of our sister, mother, grandmother and great grandmother, Marsha Kay (Huber) Green, 77, of Liberty, entered her eternal garden on May 22, 2020, at Liberty Hospital. Marsha was born December 2, 1942, in Kansas City, Missouri, to Ralph Edward and Emma Elizabeth (McDaniels) Huber. Along with her parents, Marsha was preceded in […]

Campbell, William Lee
July 10, 1931 — May 18, 2020
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William (Bill) Lee Campbell will always be remembered as a man of strength, intelligence, integrity and above all, honesty. He passed away peacefully at Sunrise of Leawood on May 18, 2020 at age 88. Bill was born in 1931 to William Sr. and Madge Campbell in Kansas City, Missouri. A lifelong KC resident, he graduated […]

White, Saleta June
June 4, 1933 — May 21, 2020
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Saleta June White, 86, passed away peacefully in her home on May 21, 2020. She was a wonderful wife, mother and grandmother and adored by everyone she ever met. Her kindness, laughter, and love of life can never be matched. She was preceded in death by her husband William (1983) and her daughter Alice (2014). […]

Snyder, Doris J.
August 26, 1932 — May 20, 2020
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Doris J Snyder passed away Wednesday May 20th 2020. She was born August 26th 1932, in Alma MO. The youngest of ten children of Rev August and Lydia Griesse. Along with her parents, Doris was proceeded in death by her husband of 62 years , David O Snyder and all nine of her brothers and […]

Wolford, James W.
September 30, 1941 — May 17, 2020
Service: May 22, 2020
James W. Wolford, 78, passed May 17, 2020. Visitation 130-230PM, Friday, May 22 at Park Lawn; private burial in Missouri Veterans Cemetery, Higginsville, MO.

Medley, Georgia Ann
September 19, 1929 — May 21, 2020
Service: May 23, 2020
Georgia Ann Medley, age 90, passed away peacefully on May 21, 2020 due to complications from her on-going battle with Parkinson’s disease. She was born September 19, 1929 in Durham Kansas to George and Ruth Peters. Growing up in a small farming community, Georgia was the middle child of two sisters, Jean and Judy. Being […]

Smith, James Edward
April 1, 1952 — May 20, 2020
Service: May 30, 2020
James Edward Smith, 68, of Pleasant Valley, MO, passed away peacefully on May 20, 2020, at his home with family at his side. Visitation will be held from 2-4 pm Saturday, May 30, at Park Lawn Northland Chapel, I-35 at State Route 291, Liberty. In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to the American Cancer […]

Edwards, Bonnie L.
March 15, 1930 — May 18, 2020
Service: May 23, 2020
Bonnie Lou (Cox) Edwards, 90, a former longtime resident of Lathrop, MO, passed away peacefully on May 18, 2020, with loved ones at her side at her daughter’s home in Olathe, KS. Bonnie was born March 15, 1930, in Gallatin, MO, one of five children of Leland Ross and Marguerite (Evans) Cox. In 1948, she […]

Lewis, Elinor B.
February 13, 1926 — May 16, 2020
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Elinor B. Lewis, 94, passed away May 14, 2020. Private family services with burial in Memorial Park Cemetery.

Firmin, Dorothy M.
May 6, 1923 — May 17, 2020
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Dorothy May (Calvert) Firmin was born May 6, 1923 to Richard and Dora (Day) Calvert in Liberty, MO, the eldest of four girls. She passed in her daughter Dora’s care, with supervision of Crossroads Hospice, early May 17, 2020. Dorothy graduated from Liberty HS in 1941, and received an art scholarship to Monticello Female Seminary […]

Miller, Norma E.
August 26, 1928 — May 15, 2020
Service: May 21, 2020
Norma Elizabeth (House) Miller, 91, joined her husband Bud in their eternal home on May 15, 2020. She passed peacefully with her sons at her side. Norma was born August 26, 1928 in Moberly, MO, one of five children of Newton Allne “Al” and Grace Lee (Horn) House. She graduated from Northeast High School in […]

Riley, Robert E.
March 26, 1924 — May 9, 2020
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Robert E. Riley, a longtime resident of Raytown, Missouri, passed away on Saturday, May 9, 2020 of natural causes at Redwood of Carmel Hills nursing home in Independence, Missouri at the age of 96. Because of the Covid-19 virus and resulting restrictions, his family could not be by his side. His family and friends knew […]

Roberts, Linda Kay
March 2, 1950 — May 10, 2020
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Linda Kay Roberts was born March 2, 1950 in Kansas City, MO to Earl and Virginia Roush. She departed this life May 10, 2020 at St. Joseph Medical Center. Linda worked at Hallmark Cards for 44 years. Linda’s greatest pleasure and treasure were her great grandchildren. Linda is survived by her husband of 52 years, […]

Brown, Joyce
May 24, 1933 — April 15, 2020
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JOYCE BROWNS LEGACY AND HOMEGOING SUNRISE MAY 24TH, 1933 TO SUNSET APRIL 15TH, 2020 Joyce Ann Brown passed away on Wednesday, April 15th, 2020 at Providence Medical Center in Kansas City, Kansas. She died from complications concerning COVID-19. Joyce was buried on Monday, April 20th, 2020 and has now been laid to rest with her […]

Allen Jr., Willie L.
March 8, 1946 — May 6, 2020
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Willie L. Allen Jr., age 74, passed away May 6, 2020. Celebration of Life service announcement will be made in the near future.

Rhodes, Sr., Robert Dean
July 9, 1943 — April 23, 2020
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Robert Dean Rhodes, Sr., 76, passed away April 23, 2020. Robert was born July 9, 1943 in Saxton, MO to Jettie Rhodes and Thelma E. (Davis) Rhodes. He was married to Thelma Rhodes who survives him. Private family services with burial in Memorial Park Cemetery, 8251 Hillcrest Rd., Kansas City, MO.

Newport, James Byron
January 15, 1953 — May 2, 2020
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James Byron Newport, 67, passed away May 2, 2020. Private services with burial in Green Lawn Cemetery, Kansas City, Missouri. James is survived by his wife Bonnie Newport, children: Byron James Newport and Trina Sue Newport; seven brothers and sisters: Larry Kirkendoll, Mary Jane Holland, Jackie Newport, Sheila Newport, Cindy Newport, Donald Stain and Carl […]

Fotopulos, JoAnn
April 15, 1934 — May 3, 2020
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JoAnn was born April 15, 1934 in Arcadia, Greece and passed in the Lord on May 3, 2020. JoAnn graduated from high school in Argostolion Cephalonia in 1951. Following graduation, she enrolled in the local hospital to study elemental nursing. After graduation, she joined one the local humanitarian groups formed by Queen Frederiki of Greece. […]

Kellepouris, Angelo N.
February 28, 1956 — May 3, 2020
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Angelo N. Kellepouris, 64, passed away May 3, 2020. Angelo was born February 28, 1956 in Kansas City, MO to Nick and Anna (Stefaneas) Kellepouris, who preceded him in death. He was also preceded in death by his daughter Niki Michelle; uncles Mike Kelepouris, Gregory Kelepouris and Chris Lamberes; and his aunts Maria Kelepouris and […]

Inselman, Charles P.
January 21, 1924 — May 1, 2020
Service: August 29, 2020
Charles P. Inselman, 96, of Blue Springs, MO went to be with the Lord on May 1, 2020. He was born in Windsor, MO, January 21, 1924 to Herman and Carrie Inselman. Charles married Frances Thompson, September 20, 1943 and they were married 65 years. Charles and Frances had four daughters. Charles worked at Hammett […]

Ditamore, Carol Ann
February 4, 1943 — May 2, 2020
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Carol Ann (Tausch) Ditamore entered into eternal rest on May 2, 2020. She was the only daughter of four children born to Ernest and Frieda (Schmidt) Tausch. Carol was born in Gashland, MO but graduated from Southeast High School in K.C., MO. She married Dave Roberts and that marriage resulted in two sons, David Roberts […]

Briggs, Joseph M.
January 25, 1942 — April 2, 2020
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Joseph M. Briggs, 78, of K.C., MO, passed away on April 2, 2020. He was born January 25, 1942, in Marceline, MO, to Albert and Mary Ann Briggs. He served in the US Army. Along with his parents, he was preceded in death by sisters, Linda Boyle and Deborah Venyard. Survivors include sisters, Sharon Alumbaugh […]

VanBibber, Dawn
March 24, 1963 — April 22, 2020
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Dawn (VandeVoorde) VanBibber, 57, of Blue Springs, Mo died Wednesday, April 22,2020 at St Mary’s Medical Center of Blue Springs, Mo with complications following her first chemo treatment. Dawn was born March 24, 1963 to Judy and Daryl VandeVoorde in Mitchell SD; moving to Independence, MO in 1969. She attended Blue Hills and Courtney Elementary […]

Harris, Billie J.
March 5, 1932 — April 30, 2020
Service: May 6, 2020
Billie Jean Harris, 88, formerly of Holt, MO, passed away April 30, 2020 at Liberty Health and Wellness Center with family at her side. Visitation will be held from 4-6 pm Wednesday, May 6, at Park Lawn Northland Chapel, I-35 at State Route 291, Liberty. Private graveside services will be held Thursday, May 7, at […]

Martin, Robert William
November 8, 1939 — April 30, 2020
Service: May 6, 2020
Robert William Martin, 80, of the Kansas City Northland, passed away April 30, 2020, at Liberty Hospital. Bob was born November 8, 1939, in Cleveland, Ohio, the eldest of two children of Robert Franklin and Elaine Maud (Underholt) Martin. Along with his parents, Bob was preceded in death by his sister Diane. He was united […]

Taylor, Terrie Christine
July 3, 1957 — April 30, 2020
Service: May 5, 2020
Terrie Christine Taylor, 62, of Platte City, passed away peacefully on April 30, 2020, with loved ones at her side. Graveside services will be held at 12 noon Tuesday, May 5, at Ridgely Cemetery, Ridgely, MO (located on North County Road B south of Edgerton). In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to one of […]

Mayville, Nancy Kay
August 8, 1939 — April 30, 2020
Service: May 6, 2020
Nancy Kay (Pritchett) Mayville, 80, a longtime Lathrop resident, passed away peacefully on April 30, 2020, with her daughters at her side at Oakridge of Plattsburg. Graveside services with visitation following will begin at 1:00 pm Wednesday, May 6, at Lathrop Cemetery, Lathrop, MO. In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to Special Olympics or […]

Hopkins Jr., Starling “Jimmy”
April 1, 1924 — April 24, 2020
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Reflections of Life Starling James (Jimmy) Hopkins, Jr. 96, passed away on Friday, April 24, 2020 in Atlanta, GA. He was born on April 1, 1924 to Starling and Laura Anna Hopkins in Riverside, CA. He graduated from Polytechnic High School and briefly attended California Polytechnic State University in San Louis Obispo, CA. After World […]

Williams, Wilma L.
December 21, 1924 — April 29, 2020
Service: June 6, 2020
Wilma Williams, 95, passed away at her home in Lone Jack, Missouri on April 29, 2020. A Celebration of Life service will be Saturday, June 6, 2020 at 11:00 a.m. at the Lake Lotawana Community United Methodist Church. Masks will be required at the service. Wilma was born on December 21, 1924, in Wheeling, Missouri […]

Mott, Jr., Andrew
March 29, 1935 — April 30, 2020
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Andrew Mott, Jr., 85, of Lathrop, MO, entered eternal rest on April 30, 2020. He was the eighth of ten children born to Andrew and Anna (English) Mott. Andy was born in Lathrop, MO, on March 29, 1935. The family moved to Turney, MO where Andy attended Turney Grade School and Lathrop High School. In […]

Boniello, Stephen Paul
February 16, 1961 — April 27, 2020
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“Steve” P. Boniello, 59, of N. Kansas City MO, passed away on Monday, April 27, 2020. He was born in Kansas City on February 16, 1961 to Frederick and Josephine (Blando), but spent the majority of his childhood and younger life in Peekskill NY. He eventually moved back and settled his family to the Kansas […]

Blount, Dwayne E.
July 29, 1942 — April 24, 2020
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Dwayne Eugene Blount was born July 29, 1942, in Kansas City, Missouri the second son born to Frank and Marjorie Jean Carliss Blount. Both biological parents preceded him in death as well as his stepfather Benjamin Franklin Doyle, who raised him. Dwayne had no biological children, but he was married twice. His first wife Gladys, […]

Taylor, Mary Katherine
January 28, 1949 — April 26, 2020
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Mary Katherine (Norris) Taylor, 71, of North Kansas City, passed away April 26, 2020, at North Kansas City Hospital. Mary was born on January 28, 1949, in North Kansas City, and raised in Platte County, the third child of Henry and Mabel (Alexander) Norris. Following high school she moved to Texas and made her home. […]

Shanahan, Lois Jeanne
August 25, 1934 — April 21, 2020
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Lois Jeanne Williamson Shanahan, of Greenwood, MO passed away at the Kansas City Hospice House of cancer on April 21, 2020. She was born on August 25, 1934, to Jesse & Gladys Williamson in Independence, MO. Lois worked at John Deere for several years prior to her & husband, Elwood (Gene) Shanahan, establishing a group home […]

Yanes, Melida E.
August 21, 1918 — April 21, 2020
Service: May 6, 2020
Melida E. Yanes, age 101, resident of South Kansas City, MO, passed away on early morning at home on Tuesday, April 21, 2020, on Hospice. Funeral Services will be held Wednesday, May 6, at the Park Lawn Chapel, 8251 Hillcrest Road, Kansas City, MO; burial will be in Memorial Park Cemetery. Due to Coronavirus crisis, […]

Jennings, Elizabeth E.
August 18, 1918 — April 22, 2020
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Elizabeth E. Jennings, 101, passed April 22, 2020. A private burial will take place at Memorial Park Cemetery, 8251 Hillcrest Rd., Kansas City, MO.

Snow, David C.L.
April 27, 1957 — April 21, 2020
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David Charles Lee Snow, 62, passed away April 21, 2020. A private burial will be in Memorial Park Cemetery, 8251 Hillcrest Rd., Kansas City, MO.

Hoffman, Paul J.
October 30, 1950 — April 22, 2020
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Paul J. Hoffman, 69, of Kansas City, Missouri, passed away on April 22, 2020, from a 7-year battle with a degenerative condition. Paul will be honored in burial at Park Lawn Cemetery, on April 25, 2020, with a very small, private, graveside service, due to the current Pandemic restrictions. Paul was born in Topeka, Kansas, […]

Shirk, Stephen H.
August 17, 1947 — April 18, 2020
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Stephen Howard Shirk, 72, of Kansas City, Missouri, passed away on April 18, 2020 at St. Joseph Medical Center. He is survived by two daughters, Amy Martens and Melissa Shirk, and one granddaughter, Alexa Martens. Private funeral services will be held at Park Lawn Funeral Home and burial will be at Green Lawn Cemetery. The […]

Smith, Richard Alan
February 16, 1961 — April 18, 2020
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Richard Alan Smith died on Saturday, April 19 at North Kansas City Hospital with his wife, Loren, and his mother, Pat, by his side. While Rich battled cancer for three years, his final hospitalization was brief, and he was able to spend most of his final weeks with his family. His family is grateful to […]

Moffet, William Henry “Bill”
June 18, 1930 — April 16, 2020
Service: April 17, 2021
William Henry “Bill” Moffet, 89, of the Kansas City Northland, passed away April 16, 2020, at his home. He was born June 18, 1930, in Lake City, KS, the son of Delmer Moffet and Freda (Wilson) Moffet. Bill served in the U.S. Navy from 1948 until 1952, was a 50-plus year member of Jarcho-Schroeder American […]

Prock, Shirley A.
December 5, 1928 — April 19, 2020
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Shirley Ann Prock was born in Iola, Kansas to Melvin and Eunice (Shapel) Gratsy. On May 20, 1947, she married William I. Prock and they moved to Kansas City, MO in 1959. Shirley and William had three children: Donald Prock, Sandy Clark and Larry Prock. Shirley was preceded in death by her husband William Prock, […]

Brewer, Phyliss M.
June 9, 1935 — April 19, 2020
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Phyliss Cline Brewer, 84, passed away April 19, 2020. She was born June 9, 1935 to Lloyd and Dorothy Cline. She was married to Charles I. Brewer who preceded her in death. She leaves her children Cindy Simpson, Kim Dillard and Charlie Brewer. She had eight grandchildren and nineteen great grandchildren. A private family burial […]

Van Horn, Pauline L.
February 7, 1929 — April 19, 2020
Service: April 22, 2020
Pauline Louise (Samborski) Van Horn, 91, a longtime resident of Lathrop, MO, passed away April 19, 2020, at Lawson Manor in Lawson, MO. She was born February 7, 1929, in Kansas City, MO, one of eight children of Romanian immigrants, John Louis Samborski and Julia Korzinowski Samborski. She was united in marriage to James Gordon […]

Clouse, Harvey W.
January 16, 1933 — April 16, 2020
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Harvey Woodard Clouse, born January 16, 1933 in Montebello, CA, died at home in Grandview, MO on April 16, 2020 at the age of 87. Harvey is survived by sons, Greg (Joni) of Grandview, MO, Brad (Laura) of Overland Park, KS, daughters Melody of Lee’s Summit, MO, Angela (Stan) of Arlington, TX, 9 grandchildren and […]

Curtis, Lonnie D.
September 25, 1956 — April 17, 2020
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Lonnie D. Curtis was born to Jack and Virginia Curtis on September 25th 1956. He passed peacefully in his sleep April 16th 2020. Lonnie was a respected musician, a loving father and grandfather, and a caring friend. He is survived by his daughter Shelby Nuttall, his son-in-law Christopher Nuttall, his two grandchildren; Penelope and Silas […]

Jackson, Monnie Ann
December 1, 1942 — April 15, 2020
Service: April 18, 2020
Monnie Ann Jackson, 77, of Liberty, MO, went to be with her Lord on April 15, 2020. Monnie was born December 1, 1942, in East Liverpool, Ohio, the daughter of Van Smith Kenney and Addie Mae (Ankrom) Kenney. Monnie grew up in Chester, West Virginia and was united in marriage to David Earl Jackson on […]

Spry, Betty Lou
August 17, 1931 — April 12, 2020
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Betty Lou (Farris) Spry, 88, passed away April 12, 2020, at her home in Polo, MO, with loved ones at her side. Betty was born August 17, 1931, in Liberty, MO, the first of eight children of George Farris and LaMarion Bingham Farris. She graduated from Liberty High School in 1949, earning a scholarship and […]

Nicholson, Norma Jean
September 16, 1926 — April 10, 2020
Service: April 10, 2020
Norma Jean Nicholson, 93, of Raytown, Missouri peacefully left this life to be with the Lord on April 10, 2020. Norma Jean was born September 16, 1926 in Carbon Center (a small coal mining community) near Rich Hill, Missouri to Orval and Hazel (Jamett) Smith. Following her graduation from Rich Hill High School in 1944, […]

McKinney, Billie R.
October 10, 1936 — April 12, 2020
Service: April 15, 2020
Billie R. McKinney, 83, passed away April 12th, 2020. Billie was born October 10th, 1936, in Kansas City, Missouri to Harold I. and Rose (Willdorff) McIntyre. She was preceded in death by her spouse, Bill McKinney; and her siblings Ruth, Doris, Virginia, H.I., II “Shorty” and Elsie. She leaves her children: Twilla M. Blaue and […]

Faucett, Virginia May
December 22, 1927 — April 10, 2020
Service: April 17, 2020
Virginia May Faucett (nee Hart), age 92, passed away on April 10, 2020 after a lengthy illness. A private family ceremony is planned to celebrate Virginia’s life. In lieu of a public gathering, the family requests that anyone desiring may make a contribution to Children’s Mercy Hospital or to your favorite pet shelter. Virginia […]

Thate, Loraine Wanita
October 24, 1930 — April 9, 2020
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Loraine W. Thate, 89, Overland Park, KS, passed away April 9, 2020. A private interment will be held at Memorial Park Cemetery. A celebration of Loraine’s life will be held at a future date when circumstances allow. Loraine and her twin sister, LaRee, were born on October 24, 1930, in Kansas City, MO to Alvina […]

Lemon, Teresa L.
May 7, 1974 — April 10, 2020
Service: April 18, 2020
Teresa Lynn Rasmussen Lemon, 45, passed away April 10, 2020. Teresa was born May 7, 1974 in Kearney, Nebraska to Rodney Rasmussen and Becky Rasmussen Lucas. Her early years were spent on a farm south of Litchfield, Nebraska. She moved to Kearney, Nebraska for high school and graduated from Kearney High in 1992. After high […]

Beebe, Ina Faye
January 11, 1933 — April 9, 2020
Service: April 10, 2021
Ina Faye Beebe, age 87, of Kansas City, MO, passed away April 9, 2020. Private services will be held, with burial at Memorial Park Cemetery. Memorial tributes may be directed to Integrity Home Health and Hospice or Alzheimer’s Association at www.alz.org

Weber, Juanita M.
April 12, 1932 — April 7, 2020
Service: April 7, 2020
Juanita Marie (Johnson) Weber, 87, of Glenaire, joined her Heavenly Father on April 7, 2020, at her home surrounded by family. Juanita was born April 12, 1932, in Kansas City, MO, one of nine children of Arthur and Jenny (Williams) Johnson. Along with her parents, Juanita was preceded in death by an infant brother, Dale […]

Estes, Brenda D.
July 5, 1941 — April 6, 2020
Service: April 6, 2020
Brenda D. Estes, 78 of Independence, MO passed away Monday, April 6, 2020 at Centerpoint Hospital. She was preceded in death by her husband, Cleadis R. Estes. Survivors include: two daughters: Karen S. Baker (Garry) and Kimberly J. Riddle, both of Independence, MO; one sister: Linda (Leland) of Pleasant Hill, MO; one granddaughter: Mandy (Dave); […]

Parton, Russell Dean “Russ”
September 29, 1956 — April 4, 2020
Service: April 4, 2020
Russell Dean “Russ” Parton, age 63, passed away April 4, 2020. His hobbies included watching movies, absorbing books, bowling and being outdoors. Russ loved spending time with his family and his grandchildren made his whole face light up when they came around and they were equally enamored with their Papa. He especially loved taking trips […]

Briggs, Joseph M.
January 25, 1942 — April 2, 2020
Service: April 2, 2020
Joseph M. Briggs, 78, of K.C., MO, passed away on April 2, 2020. He was born January 25, 1942, in Marceline, MO, to Albert and Mary Ann Briggs. He served in the US Army. Along with his parents, he was preceded in death by sisters, Linda Boyle and Deborah Venyard. Survivors include sisters, Sharon Alumbaugh […]

Edwards, Martha I.
May 27, 1938 — March 30, 2020
Service: March 30, 2020
Martha Idona “Steele” Edwards, 81, of Independence, MO passed peacefully in her home with her loving family, on Monday, March 30, 2020. She was born May 27, 1938 in Kansas City, MO. She is preceded in death by her husband, Arthur Harvey Edwards, her parents, Elmer Leon & Hazel Jane Steele, one sister, Alice Marie […]

Doss, John R.
July 12, 1933 — March 29, 2020
Service: March 29, 2020
John Robert Doss was born July 12, 1933, in Windsor, Missouri, to Rondal and Lily (McAllister) Doss. John was one of six children and the second of four sons. He served in the United States Army during the Korean War and, upon being honorably discharged, served in the Army Reserves for an additional eight years. […]

Aquino, Linda J.
December 6, 1948 — March 29, 2020
Service: March 29, 2020
Linda Jeanne Aquino, 71, of Gladstone, passed away peacefully on March 29, 2020, at home with family at her side. She was born December 6, 1948, in San Bernardino, CA to Cecil John Cooley and Blanche Cook Cooley. Along with her parents, Linda was preceded in death by a sister, Diana Spiess. Linda was a […]

Lee, Lisa Ann
December 17, 1969 — March 27, 2020
Service: March 27, 2020
Lisa Ann (O’Dell) Lee, 50, of Platte City, passed away March 27, 2020 at North Kansas City Hospital. She was born in North in Kansas City on December 17, 1969, the daughter of Huber and Glenda (Oyler) O’Dell. Her parents preceded her in death. Lisa leaves her children, Alexandria Lee and Blade Lee; siblings, Huber […]

Michaels, Margaret “Peggy”
March 20, 1939 — March 23, 2020
Service: July 10, 2020
Margaret “Peggy” Michaels, O.F.S. (nee Melia) It is with profound sadness that the family of Margaret “Peggy” Michaels announces her passing on Monday, March 23rd at the age of 81 years. She will be lovingly remembered by her husband of 62 years, Henry Michaels; children Paul Michaels (Lori) of Kansas City, Ed Michaels (Dana) of […]

Wallar, Teresa Jean
June 15, 1962 — March 23, 2020
Service: March 23, 2020
Teresa Jean (Wright) Wallar, 57, of the Kansas City Northland, passed away unexpectedly on March 23, 2020, at North Kansas City Hospital with her daughter Nikki at her side. Teresa was born June 15, 1962, in Kansas City, MO, the daughter of Robert Wright and Wanda (Peters) Wright. She graduated from Winnetonka High School. Teresa […]

Sheets, Lawrence L. “Larry”
December 21, 1935 — March 23, 2020
Service: March 23, 2020
Lawrence L. “Larry” Sheets, 84, passed away to be with the Lord on March 23, 2020. Larry was born December 21, 1935 in Van Buren, Missouri, living most of his life in the Kansas City area. He was a retired truck driver and a Navy Veteran of the Korean War. He was preceded in death […]

Glinn, Paul E.
August 8, 1930 — March 22, 2020
Service: March 22, 2020
Paul E. Glinn, 89, died Sunday, March 22, 2020 at Healthcare Resort of Leawood in Leawood, Kansas. Paul was born at home on August 8, 1930 In Kansas City, Kansas to Jess & Berneice Glinn. The family moved to Missouri in 1931. Paul graduated from Southeast High School in 1947 and went on to attend […]

Moore, William Joseph “Bill”
June 5, 1963 — March 19, 2020
Service: March 19, 2020
Mr. William Joseph Moore, “Bill”, son of William Harvey Moore and Patricia Rogers, was born June 5, 1963 in Kansas City, Missouri. He graduated from Ruskin High School in South Kansas City, Missouri. Bill was married to Tammie in 1982. They were married 37 years. This union was blessed with 3 children and 1 grandchild. […]

Creasy, Irvin H.
June 16, 1934 — March 23, 2020
Service: March 23, 2020
IRVIN PASSED AWAY AT THE HOME OF HIS DAUGHTER MARSHA SIFFORD SURROUNDED BY FAMILY. HE WAS PRECEDED IN DEATH BY HIS FATHER PORTER M. CREASY AND MOTHER ELSIE INEZ CREASY, 2 SISTERS AND A BROTHER AND HIS WIFE PATRICIA A. CREASY OF 35 YEARS. HE LEAVES BEHIND A BROTHER BILLY CREASY OF ST LOUIS, MO […]

Williams, Clarence Orville “Bud”
July 7, 1939 — March 22, 2020
Service: March 22, 2020
Clarence Orville Williams, “Bud” passed peacefully in his sleep on March 22, 2020 in Warrensburg, MO. Bud was born to Clarence and Roberta Williams on July 7, 1939. He was united in marriage to the love of his life, Nancy Lee Merritt on August 30, 1958. Together, they had three children, Lisa Ann, Mary Jane […]

Warren, Mary Fern
April 19, 1932 — March 21, 2020
Service: March 21, 2021
Mary Fern (Harris) Warren, 87, a former longtime Liberty, MO resident, joined her husband Leonard in their eternal home on March 21, 2020. She passed away peacefully at Westbrook Care Center in Kearney surrounded by family, following a six-year diagnosis with Alzheimer’s. Mary was born April 19, 1932, in Smithville, MO, the seventh of nine […]

Fertig, Connie Jean
October 7, 1952 — March 17, 2020
Service: March 21, 2020
Connie Jean (Koop) Fertig, 67, of Liberty, MO, and a former lifelong Lincoln, NE resident, passed away unexpectedly on March 17, 2020, at her home in Liberty. Connie was born October 7, 1952, in Lincoln, NE, the eldest of two children of Wayne Edward and Lois Jean (Deitemeyer) Koop. She graduated from Lincoln Southeast High […]

McGinnis, Mark Philip
June 17, 1956 — March 17, 2020
Service: March 17, 2020
Mark Philip McGinnis, 63, of Lathrop, passed away March 17, 2020 at NorthCare Hospice House. He was born June 17, 1956, in St. Joseph, MO, the youngest of eight children of Raymond and Ella (Phillips) McGinnis. Along with his parents, he was preceded in death by five siblings. Survivors include sisters, Sarah Martin, Judith Green, and many nieces and […]

Diamond, Ray W.
July 31, 1928 — March 16, 2020
Service: March 16, 2020
Ray W. Diamond, 91, of Liberty, MO, passed away on March 16, 2020 at home surrounded by family. He was born July 31, 1928, near Cleveland, MO, to Bernie Lee and Surepta Elzina (Douglas) Diamond. Ray worked 38 years for Missouri Pacific and Union Pacific Railroads, starting out as an Electrician Helper and retiring as […]

Andrews, Theresa Ellen
January 25, 1952 — March 14, 2020
Service: March 14, 2020
Theresa Ellen Andrews, 68, passed away early Saturday morning, March 14, 2020. She was born Jan. 25, 1952, to Stella and Marvin Andrews who predecease her. Theresa grew up in Kansas City and attended Wm. A. Knotts Elementary School. She graduated from Southeast High School in 1970 where she was a cheerleader, a queen candidate, […]

Unroe, Kathryn Lynn “Kathy”
June 28, 1965 — March 13, 2020
Service: March 21, 2020
Kathryn Lynn Unroe, 54, passed away March 13, 2020, at home in North Kansas City, MO. Visitation will be held from 2-4 pm Saturday, March 21, at Park Lawn Northland Chapel, I-35 at State Route 291, Liberty, MO. Kathy was born June 28, 1965, in North Kansas City. She leaves her mother, Georgia Unroe; sister, […]

Barnes, Sr., Albert Thomas
December 18, 1934 — March 15, 2020
Service: March 17, 2020
Albert Thomas Barnes, Sr. 85, a lifelong Pottsville, PA, resident, joined Patricia, his wife of 65 years, in their eternal home on March 15, 2020. He passed away surrounded by family at his daughter’s home in Kansas City, MO. Albert was born December 18, 1934, in Pottsville, PA, the eldest of four children of Albert […]

Cashatt, Mamie “Mickey” L.
November 28, 1928 — March 12, 2020
Service: March 15, 2020
Mamie “Mickey” L. Cashatt, 91, of Liberty, MO, passed peacefully on March 12, 2020 in her home surrounded by all eight of her children. Mickey was born in Fayette, MO, the daughter of Ishmael and Grace (Wolcott) Keith, and was raised in a bustling home of eleven children. She resided in Liberty, MO for more […]

Wigle, Claudette J.
March 21, 1942 — March 11, 2020
Service: March 15, 2020
Claudette June (Smithhisler) Wigle, 77, of Raymore, passed away peacefully on March 11, 2020, at Menorah Medical Center in Overland Park, KS, with family at her side. Visitation will begin at 2:00 pm, followed by a service celebrating Claudette’s life at 3:00 pm, on Sunday, March 15, at St. Paul’s United Methodist Church, 1111 West […]

Miller, Orvid, J. “O.J.”
July 29, 1930 — March 7, 2020
Service: March 19, 2020
Orvid J. “O.J.” Miller, 89, passed away March 7, 2020. Visitation will be 10:30AM, service to follow at 11:30AM, Thursday, March 19 at Park Lawn Funeral Home, 8251 Hillcrest Rd.; burial in Brooking Cemetery.

Bell, Minnie B.
January 30, 1926 — March 9, 2020
Service: March 20, 2020
Minnie B. Bell, 94, passed away March 9, 2020. Visitation 12PM, service 1PM, Friday, March 20 at Park Lawn, 8251 Hillcrest Rd.; burial in Green Lawn Cemetery.

Chappell, Penelope A.
February 15, 1942 — March 9, 2020
Service: March 16, 2020
Penelope Alyce (Penny) Chappell was born February 15, 1940 to Paul and Dorothy Nevels in Akron, Ohio and passed away March 9, 2020 at Kansas City Hospice House. Penny moved to New York and then the Midwest as a young girl settling in the Kansas City area after her father’s business setbacks brought personal and […]

Payne, Vicky L.
November 13, 1944 — February 28, 2020
Service: March 14, 2020
Vicky Lee (Engle) Payne, 75, of Dallas, TX, previously from Missouri, left this earthly world in February 28, 2020. She was preceded in death by husband Joe; parents William and Helen Engle; brothers Larry, Jerry and Terry; sister Frances; and two brother in laws: Clyde Northup and Michael Fellers. She leaves behind her son Brent […]

Hensley, Richard Keith
July 27, 1946 — March 7, 2020
Service: March 11, 2020
Richard Keith Hensley, 73, passed away March 7, 2020. Visitation will be held from 10-11 am Wednesday, March 11, at Park Lawn Northland Chapel, I-35 at State Route 291, Liberty, MO. Graveside services will follow at 11:30 am Wednesday at New Hope Cemetery, Liberty. Dick was born July 27, 1946, in Kansas City, MO. He […]

Hunter, Janet Jayne
January 3, 1935 — March 5, 2020
Service: March 9, 2020
Janet Jayne Hunter, 85, passed March 5, 2020. Visitation 6-8PM, Monday, March 9 at Park Lawn, 8251 Hillcrest Rd.; private burial in Green Lawn Cemetery.

Harris, Ronald Eugene
June 10, 1935 — March 4, 2020
Service: March 14, 2020
Ronald Eugene Harris, 84, of Kansas City, Missouri, passed away March 4th, 2020. He was born June 10, 1935, to Raymond and Evelyn (Creek) Harris. He is survived by his wife of 61 years, Cerise Jerrian (Heaton) Harris; three children, Teresa Shatwell (Dickey) of Lamar, AR, Debbie Harris of St. Louis, MO, and Mark Harris […]

Hatfield, Jo Ann
September 13, 1938 — March 4, 2020
Service: March 15, 2020
Jo Ann Hatfield, age 81, went to be with Our Lord for eternity on March 4, 2020. She was a life long resident of the Kansas City Metro Area. She retired from Beta Sigma Phi in August 2004, after serving for 38 years with the organization. Jo Ann was an only child and was preceded […]

Feutz, Betty J.
March 31, 1931 — March 4, 2020
Service: March 9, 2020
Betty Jo (Johnson) Feutz, age 88, went home to her Lord Jesus Christ on March 4th, 2020. Betty was preceded in death by her husband, Fred Feutz of Greenwood Missouri. They met at Kansas City Life Insurance Company, and raised their two daughters, Jana Feutz and Cheryl Feutz Fletcher, in Raytown, Missouri. Betty was a […]

Arnold, Tammy
November 26, 1964 — March 3, 2020
Service: March 14, 2020
Tammy Ann (Graber) Arnold, born November 26,1964, passed away on March 3, 2020 at home in Lenexa, KS. She fought a heroic battle with a rare stomach cancer. She had incredible strength and courage. Tammy married Robb E. Arnold on May 22, 1993 and they raised their three daughters in Lenexa, KS. She was a […]

Eddings, Deborah Ann
April 29, 1957 — March 1, 2020
Service: March 7, 2020
Deborah Ann Eddings of Independence MO passed away peacefully on March 1, 2020 at the Kansas City Hospice House with her niece Lacey Misenhelter and cousin Melinda Chubb by her side. Deb was born April 29, 1957 in Inglewood, CA. She was preceded in death by her parents Darrell and Nellie Eddings and her sister […]

Brotherton, Patricia L.
March 31, 1941 — February 16, 2020
Service: March 6, 2020
Patricia L. Brotherton, 78, passed February 16, 2020. Visitation 930AM, Friday, March 6 at Park Lawn, 8251 Hillcrest Rd.; 1030AM burial in Memorial Park Cemetery.

Curtis, Virginia M.
September 18, 1936 — March 3, 2020
Service: March 6, 2020
Virginia M. Curtis, 83, passed March 3, 2020. Visitation 1-2PM, Friday, March 6 at Park Lawn, 8251 Hillcrest Rd.; inurnment in Memorial Park Cemetery.

Brittain, Charles E.
March 27, 1970 — March 1, 2020
Service: March 7, 2020
Charles Eugene Brittain, 49, of the Kansas City Northland, went to live with his friend, Jesus, in the presence of our Heavenly Father, on March 1, 2020. Visitation will begin at 12 noon, followed by a service celebrating his life at 1:00 pm, on Saturday, March 7, at Kansas City Church, 7700 North Church Road, […]

Robinett, Robert E.
May 28, 1935 — February 29, 2020
Service: March 5, 2020
Robert E. Robinett, 84, passed away February 29, 2020. Visitation will be 10AM, service to follow at 11AM, Thursday, March 5 at First Baptist Church of Grandview, 1416 Main; burial in Memorial Park Cemetery.

Gilstrap, Myra Evelyn
May 10, 1929 — February 27, 2020
Service: March 7, 2020
Myra Evelyn Gilstrap, 90, passed into the presences of Jesus on February 27, 2020 after a long battle with COPD. Myra was born May 10, 1929 in Kansas City, MO to Ralph and Loretta (Hatfield) Clemmons. She was a homemaker and later in life, a greeter at Mt. Moriah & Freeman Funeral Home. She loved […]

Arnold, Richard A.
July 16, 1956 — February 27, 2020
Service: March 7, 2020
Richard Alan Arnold, 63, of Kearney, MO passed away peacefully on February 27, 2020, at North Kansas City Hospital surrounded by family. Visitation will begin at 2:00 pm, followed by a service celebrating Rich’s life at 3:00 pm, on Saturday, March 7, at Park Lawn Northland Chapel, I-35 at State Route 291, Liberty. In lieu […]

Calegari, Tessa M.
March 25, 1931 — February 28, 2020
Service: March 5, 2020
Tessa M. Calegari, 88, passed away peacefully on February 28, 2020. Tessa was born March 25, 1931 in Utopia, KS to Oscar and Thelma (Adams) Scharff. She graduated from Nevada High School in Nevada, MO in 1949. After graduation, she moved to Kansas City, MO where she met and married Jack R. Calegari on June […]

Jones, MaryBell
November 25, 1928 — February 27, 2020
Service: March 3, 2020
MaryBell Jones, 91, passed away peacefully on February 27, 2020. Visitation will begin at 9:00 am, followed by Mass of Christian burial at 10:00 am, on Tuesday, March 3, at St. James Catholic Church, Liberty, MO. Entombment will follow at Resurrection Cemetery. MaryBell was born, the oldest of seven children, in Clyde, Missouri on November […]

Denzer, John D. “Jack”
October 31, 1929 — February 27, 2020
Service: March 6, 2020
With the passing of John D. (“Jack”) Denzer on February 27, 2020, at age 90, his many friends and family lost the gracious company of this kind and compassionate soul. Jack was preceded in death by his parents, Aloysius and Margaret Denzer, his wife of 26 years, Rose Mary Denzer, and his siblings, Aurelia Kempster, […]

Woodward, Sandra Sue
August 13, 1946 — February 27, 2020
Service: March 3, 2020
Sandra Sue Woodward, 73, of Gladstone, went to be with the Lord on February 27, 2020. She passed away at NorthCare Hospice House with family at her side. Sandy was born August 13, 1946, in Kansas City, MO, the eldest of three children of L. Ralph and Lois (Harlow) Smith. Along with her parents, Sandy […]

Sparks, Marsha E. “Martie”
January 31, 1953 — February 26, 2020
Service: March 4, 2020
Marsha “Martie” Sparks, age 67, of Independence, MO passed away on February 26, 2020 at her home. Visitation will be at Park Lawn Funeral Home 8251 Hillcrest Rd Kansas City, MO 64138 from 1-2pm Wednesday March 4, 2020. Graveside service to follow immediately after at Memorial Park Cemetery. Martie was born January 31, 1953 in […]

Smith, Susan Grace
January 11, 1951 — January 28, 2020
Service: January 28, 2020
In Remembrance of Susan Grace: a Letter to My Beloved Wife You were so shy when we first met, 55 years ago during the summer of ’65 – how can I now contemplate your passing when you are yet alive in my heart, and in my soul? Our life together was like a storybook of […]

Shippert, Garry E.
July 15, 1951 — February 27, 2020
Service: March 9, 2020
Garry Edward Shippert, 68, a longtime Liberty resident, passed away February 27, 2020, at John Knox Care Center in Lee’s Summit with family at his side. Garry was born July 15, 1951, in Lebanon, MO, the eldest of four children of S.H. “Tony” and Betty (Good) Shippert. He graduated from Liberty High School in 1969. […]

Boles, Richard W.
April 6, 1930 — February 27, 2020
Service: March 3, 2020
Richard W. Boles, age 89, passed away peacefully at home February 27, 2020. Richard was born in Koshkonong, Missouri on April 6, 1930. He was one of seven children born to Elisha and Lula Boles. After graduating high school, he joined the United States Air Force, where he reached the rank of Airman First Class. […]

Johns, Jacob Leroy
November 1, 1936 — February 26, 2020
Service: March 2, 2020
Jacob Leroy (J.L.) Johns, 83, a longtime Liberty resident, passed away February 26, 2020, at Oak Pointe of Kearney. Visitation will begin at 1:00 pm, followed by a service celebrating J.L.’s life at 2:00 pm, on Monday, March 2, at Park Lawn Northland Chapel, I-35 at State Route 291, Liberty. Burial will follow in Glenridge […]

Helander, Harlyn E.
January 16, 1939 — February 25, 2020
Service: March 7, 2020
Harlyn Eugene (Gene) Helander, age 81, beloved husband, father and grandfather, entered eternal rest to be with his savior February 25, 2020, surrounded by family and loved ones at Mercy Hospital in Oklahoma City. Gene was born in Delong, IL on January 16, 1939. He was one of 5 children. He served our great country […]

Wells, Loren B.
January 26, 1949 — February 24, 2020
Service: February 24, 2020
Loren Burke Wells, born January 26, 1949, in Kansas City, Missouri, passed peacefully in his sleep February 24, 2020, at Eldon Nursing and Rehab in Eldon, Missouri, where he had been a resident for a number of years following a series of traumatic brain injuries. He was preceded in death by his wife, Patrica Stebbins […]

Nichols, William Alden
August 16, 1918 — February 24, 2020
Service: February 24, 2020
William Alden Nichols, a charter member of the “Greatest Generation”, passed from this life on February 24, 2020. “Bill” was 101. He was preceded in death by his wife of 74 years, Doris Irene (Robinson) Nichols, son William A. Nichols Jr., and daughter Lelani (Albert) Himegarner. He is survived by his daughters Kathryn Wimett, Christine […]

Hill, Robert W.
August 18, 1936 — February 24, 2020
Service: March 7, 2020
Robert W. Hill, 83, passed away February 24, 2020. Visitation will be 9AM, service to follow at 11AM, Saturday, March 7 at Ascension Lutheran Church, 4900 Blue Ridge Blvd.; burial in Green Lawn Cemetery.

Hopkins, Barbara Jan
March 29, 1945 — February 19, 2020
Service: February 21, 2020
Barbara Jan Hopkins, 74, passed away February 19, 2020 in Kansas City, MO. She was comforted at the time of her death by her daughters, Denise and Deanna; her son-in-law, Steve; and her nurses, Pam and Dena. She left quickly as was her habit and many family members were not able to be at her […]

Bowling, Thomas Joseph
June 28, 1955 — February 17, 2020
Service: June 13, 2020
Thomas Joseph Bowling, 64, of Gladstone, MO, passed away peacefully on February 17, 2020, at K. U. Medical Center in Kansas City, KS, with his wife Becky at his side. Tom was born June 28, 1955, in Sycamore, IL, the youngest of four children of John and Mary (Cremer) Bowling. Tom graduated from high school […]

Huff, Leroy C.
September 25, 1947 — February 22, 2020
Service: February 29, 2020
Celebration of the Life and Legacy of Christopher Leroy Huff Leroy “Christopher” Huff was born September 25, 1947 in Kansas City Missouri and passed away February 22, 2020. He was the son of Leroy George Huff and Dorothy Jennison Huff, both preceded him in death. Chris professed Christ at an early age and was baptized […]

Wholf, Beverly D.
March 14, 1937 — February 18, 2020
Service: February 29, 2020
Long time Kansas City area resident and business leader, Beverly D. (Gardner) Wholf, age 82, died peacefully Tuesday, February 18, 2020 in Sedalia, Missouri. Born, March 14, 1937 in Omaha, Nebraska, Beverly was the daughter of Kansas City native Everett L. Gardner and Vera D. (Wakefield) Gardner. She graduated from Raytown High School in 1955, […]

Heater, Helen L. “Pat”
November 6, 1926 — February 19, 2020
Service: February 27, 2020
Helen L “Pat” Heater, 93 of Blue Springs, Mo. passed away Wednesday, February 19, 2020 after a short illness. Visitation will be Thursday, February 27th at 2:00 at Park Lawn with funeral services at 3:00. Helen enjoyed sports, bowling, golf and in her younger years softball. Helen worked at the Jones Store at Bannister Mall […]

Teasley, Russell Wayne
August 31, 1933 — February 21, 2020
Service: February 25, 2020
Russell Wayne Teasley, a resident of Raytown, MO, died Friday, Feb. 21. He was 86. Wayne was born August 31, 1933 in Hartwell, Mo. At the age of 2, his family moved to Moore, Okla. He went to all 12 years of school in the same building with most of the same classmates in Moore. He served in the Army […]

Toppins, Suzanne Carol
May 10, 1947 — February 19, 2020
Service: February 24, 2020
Suzanne Carol Toppins, 72, of Liberty, MO, passed away February 19, 2020, with loved ones at her side. Visitation will begin at 10:00 am, followed by a service celebrating Suzanne’s life at 11:00 am, on Monday, February 24, at Pleasant Valley Baptist Church, 1600 North State Route 291, Liberty, MO. Memorials are suggested to the […]

Kirkendoll, Faye E.
June 24, 1922 — February 19, 2020
Service: February 24, 2020
Faye Ellen Kirkendoll, 97, of the Kansas City Northland, passed away February 19, 2020, at Liberty Hospital. Visitation will begin at 10 am, and a service celebrating Faye’s life at 11 am, on Monday, February 24, at Park Lawn Northland Chapel, Liberty. Burial in Graceland Cemetery, Cameron, MO. Memorials are suggested to Immacolata Manor, 2135 […]

Clark, RuthAnn
April 7, 1943 — February 18, 2020
Service: February 21, 2020
RuthAnn Clark, 76, passed away February 18, 2020 in Kansas City, MO. RuthAnn was born April 7, 1943 in Iola, KS. She loved her church, family, friends and cats. She was preceded in death by her parents Clair Cecil and Anna Zella (Stedman) Gosha; her husband of 42 years, John W. Clark and son James […]

McDonald, Patsy R.
March 27, 1937 — February 18, 2020
Service: February 22, 2020
Patsy R. McDonald, 82, passed away February 18, 2020. Visitation 12PM, service 1PM, Saturday, February 22 at Park Lawn, 8251 Hillcrest Rd.; burial in Green Lawn Cemetery.

Walker, Reba Ann
September 10, 1948 — February 16, 2020
Service: February 22, 2020
Reba Ann (Heath) Walker, 71, of Kansas City, Missouri, went to be with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, February 16, 2020 surrounded by her loving family. She was born September 10, 1948 in Norwood, Missouri to Elmer and Euneeda Heath of Ava, MO. Reba was united in marriage to Ronald Walker and they spent […]

Bowles, Marvin C.
June 18, 1934 — February 17, 2020
Service: February 21, 2020
Marvin C. Bowles, 85, of Liberty, passed away February 17, 2020, at Norterre Living Center. Visitation will begin at 12:30 pm, followed by a service celebrating Marvin’s life at 2:30 pm, on Friday, February 21, at Park Lawn Northland Chapel, I-35 at State Route 291, Liberty. Burial at Crown Hill Cemetery in Excelsior Springs. Memorials […]

Beets, Shirley A.
October 29, 1935 — February 15, 2020
Service: February 21, 2020
On February 15, 2020, Shirley Ann Beets passed away at the age of 84. Shirley was born in Axtell, KS on October 29, 1935 to her parents Anthony F. Spielman and Josephine B. Spielman. She was the oldest of 4 children with two sisters – Betty and Nancy, and a brother Don Spielman. Shirley was […]

Brown, Jr., Donald L.
October 7, 1943 — February 14, 2020
Service: February 22, 2020
On February 14, 2020 Donald Lawrence Brown Jr., loving husband, father, and grandfather went to heaven at the age of 76. Don was born in Chicago, Illinois on October 7, 1943, to parents Donald Lawrence Brown Sr. and Marion Olson Brown. Don graduated from Morgan Park High School. He enlisted in the United States Air […]

Samer, Julie Lynn
June 27, 1968 — February 14, 2020
Service: February 21, 2020
Julie Lynn Samer, 51, of Belton, MO passed away February 14th, 2020. Visitation will be 1 – 2pm, Friday, Feb 21st at Park Lawn Funeral Home, 8251Hilcrest Road. Followed by 2pm Graveside Burial in the Green Lawn Cemetery. Julie Lynn Samer was born June 27, 1968, in Norfolk, Virginia. She was the oldest daughter of […]

Hodge, Mildred W.
December 12, 1921 — February 13, 2020
Service: February 21, 2020
Mildred W. Hodge, 98, passed February 13, 2020. Mildred was born December 12, 1921 to Huedell Walker and Lottie Marie Gordon of Dewitt, MO. Her sister Geneva Nelson, brothers Huedell Walker, Jr. and Maurice Walker, both parents and siblings have preceded her in death. Mildred accepted Christ as her Savior at an early age. She […]

Durkin, Mary Charlene “Cherie”
August 30, 1947 — February 10, 2020
Service: February 20, 2020
Mary Charlene “Cherie” Durkin, 72, recently of Blue Springs, MO, passed away unexpectedly in her home on February, 10, 2020. Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated at St. Robert Bellarmine Catholic Church, 4313 S.W. State Route 7, Blue Springs, MO 64014, on Thursday, February 20, at 10am. Visitation for family and friends will be […]

Johnson, Barbara E.
July 7, 1949 — February 10, 2020
Service: February 19, 2020
Barbara E. Johnson, 70, passed February 10, 2020. Memorial services will be 10AM, Wednesday, February 19 at Park Lawn Funeral Home, 8251 Hillcrest Rd.

Silvey, Sr., Sidney Ray
January 23, 1933 — February 10, 2020
Service: February 17, 2020
Sidney Ray Silvey, Sr., 87, a 60-year Liberty, MO, resident, passed away February 10, 2020, at Oxford Grand at Shoal Creek, with family at his side. Visitation will begin at 10:00 am, followed by a service celebrating Ray’s life at 11:00 am, on Monday, February 17, at Liberty United Methodist Church, 1001 Sunset Avenue, Liberty. […]

Coleman, Hattie E.
March 23, 1920 — February 3, 2020
Service: February 17, 2020
Hattie E. Coleman, 99, passed away February 3, 2020. Visitation 10AM, service 11AM, Monday, February 17 at Swope Parkway United Christian Church, 6140 Swope Parkway; burial in Green Lawn Cemetery.

Burns, Ronald D.
June 9, 1931 — February 8, 2020
Service: February 15, 2020
Ronald Dale Burns, 88, Lee’s Summit, MO, passed away February 8, 2020 at Kansas City Hospice House. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, 12:30 pm February 15, 2020 at the Park Lawn Funeral Home. Visitation will be 11:30 am until service time at the chapel. Interment with Military Honors in Memorial Park Cemetery, KCMO. […]

Scrivener, Anna B.
February 19, 1926 — February 9, 2020
Service: February 12, 2020
Anna Belle Scrivener was born February 19, 1926 and passed away on February 9, 2020. She had three brothers and sisters – only Fred Black is still living. Anna was an accountant for ADM Milling Company. She married Art Ward in 1947 and loved square dancing, fishing and friends. After Art passed away in 1977, […]

Doss, Marie A.
February 5, 1933 — February 6, 2020
Service: February 11, 2020
Marie A. Doss, 87, passed February 6, 2020. Visitation 1PM, service 2PM, Tuesday, February 11, 2020, at Park Lawn Funeral Home, 8251 Hillcrest Rd., Kansas City, MO 64138. Burial in Memorial Park Cemetery. Marie Adele Doss was born February 5, 1933, in Kansas City, Missouri to Edward M. and Leila Adele (Benning) Jacobs. An only […]

Robbins, Robert E.
February 15, 1943 — February 6, 2020
Service: February 11, 2020
Robert E. Robbins, 76, passed away February 6, 2020. Visitation will be 9:30AM, with services at 10:30AM, Tuesday, February 11 at Park Lawn Funeral Home, 8251 Hillcrest Rd.; 130PM burial in Calvary Cemetery, Corder, MO. Robert is survived by his wife Shirley; and sons Travis and Barry.

Eames, Kathleen Brown
July 23, 1920 — January 29, 2020
Service: February 29, 2020
Kathleen Brown Eames was born July 23, 1920 in Kansas City, Missouri. She lived near Lathrop with her parents, Harold and Anna Brown and sister, Bonnie. When she was almost 17, in 1937, her family moved to southern California. They lived in Pomona, California where her father started a roofing business and Kathleen graduated from […]

Speights, Margaret “Maggie”
January 5, 1955 — February 5, 2020
Service: February 12, 2020
Margaret “Maggie” Mary Brennan Speights, 65, of Liberty, MO, passed away peacefully, joining her daughter Mel, on February 5, 2020. We will celebrate Maggie’s life beginning with visitation at 4:00 pm, and service at 5:00 pm, on Wednesday, February 12, at Liberty Christian Church, 427 East Kansas Street, Liberty, MO. In lieu of flowers, memorials […]

Johnston, Kenneth R.
August 13, 1930 — February 5, 2020
Service: February 10, 2020
Kenneth Ross Johnston, 89, passed away February 5, 2020. Visitation 12PM, service 1PM, Monday, February 10 at Park Lawn, 8251 Hillcrest Rd.; burial in Memorial Park Cemetery.

Mitchell, Theresa M.
September 8, 1949 — February 5, 2020
Service: February 8, 2020
Theresa Mitchell, age 70, passed away at her home on February 5, 2020 due to pancreatic cancer. She was born September 8, 1949 to Richard Payne and Elsie Seely. She married the love of her life, Leonard Mitchell, on her 23rd birthday in 1972. They were truly devoted to each other. Leonard (Lee) proceeded her […]

Hickman, Mavis Madeline
September 22, 1930 — February 4, 2020
Service: February 8, 2020
Mavis Madeline Hickman, 89, of Lathrop, MO, passed away Tuesday, February 4, 2020, at her home in Lathrop. Visitation will begin at 1:00 pm, followed by a service celebrating Madeline’s life at 2:30 pm, on Saturday, February 8, at Park Lawn Lathrop Chapel, 901 Clinton Street, Lathrop. Burial will follow at Lathrop Cemetery. Memorials are […]

Anderson, Dorothy M.
November 16, 1925 — February 4, 2020
Service: February 7, 2020
Dorothy M. Anderson, 94, passed away February 4, 2020. Graveside services will be 1PM, Friday, February 7 at Green Lawn Cemetery, 8251 Hillcrest Rd. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Fairmount Food Pantry. Dorothy retired from H.D Lee Company where she worked for many years as an administrative secretary. She was […]

Wilson, Larry W.
June 30, 1951 — February 2, 2020
Service: February 9, 2020
Larry Warren Wilson, 68, passed away February 2, 2020 at Riverbend Heights in Lexington, MO, following a lengthy battle with Parkinson’s Disease. Visitation will begin at 2:00 pm, followed by a service and military honors at 3:00 pm, on Sunday, February 9, at Park Lawn Northland Chapel, I-35 at State Route 291, Liberty. Committal services […]

Buttram, Iva E.
August 1, 1938 — February 3, 2020
Service: February 7, 2020
Iva E. Buttram, 81, passed away February 3, 2020. Visitation 10AM, with services to follow at 11AM, Friday, February 7 at New Vision Christian Center, 12400 Grandview Rd.; burial in Lee’s Summit Historical Cemetery. Iva worked for Southwestern Bell and later for the Marine Corps Finance Center. Iva is survived by her husband of 60 […]

Pearson, Paul E.
February 29, 1924 — January 31, 2020
Service: February 6, 2020
Paul E. Pearson, 95, of Olathe, Kansas passed away on January 31, 2020. He was born to Walter and Myrtle Pearson on February 29, (leap day) 1924 in Avondale, Missouri. He would have celebrated his 24th birthday this February. Paul was a World War II veteran. He enlisted on February 4, 1943 and received an […]

Feagle, Alberta L.
May 27, 1952 — February 2, 2020
Service: February 7, 2020
Alberta L. Feagle, 67, passed away February 2, 2020. Visitation will be 6-8PM, Thursday, February 6 and services will be 10AM Friday, February 7, both at Park Lawn, 8251 Hillcrest Rd.; burial in Green Lawn Cemetery. Pastor Jared Warner has graciously supplied a link to the message he gave at Alberta’s service. In Memory of […]

Schuhmacher, Frederic D.
June 12, 1929 — January 31, 2020
Service: February 22, 2020
Frederic “Fritz” D. Schuhmacher, 90, died peacefully at his home on January 31, 2020. He was born on June 12, 1929 to Frederick and Edna (Detert) Schuhmacher. Fritz was drafted into the Army in 1951. He was stationed in Germany, and had achieved the rank of Corporal before his honorable discharge in January, 1953. In […]

Dishong, Terry A.
February 23, 1942 — January 29, 2020
Service: February 7, 2020
Terry A. Dishong, 77, passed away January 29, 2020. Visitation will be 130-230PM, Friday, February 7 at Park Lawn Funeral Home, 8251 Hillcrest Rd.; graveside services will follow at 230PM at Memorial Park Cemetery.

Henderson, Marilyn L.
October 7, 1941 — January 29, 2020
Service: February 8, 2020
Marilyn Lucille Paige Henderson, 78, of Kansas City, MO, passed away January 29, 2020. She was born October 7, 1941 in Bunceton, MO to Coleta Fields Henderson and Junious Paige. She was preceded in death by both parents; brothers Benjamin Morris and George Paige; sisters Susan Paige, Mary Paige, and Linda Paige. Marilyn was educated […]

Kneale, Betty J.
January 12, 1925 — January 29, 2020
Service: February 4, 2020
Betty J. Kneale, 95, passed away January 29, 2020. Betty was preceded in death by Robert G. “Bob” Kneale. Survivors include daughter Robyn Davis (Ross); son Todd Kneale; two granddaughters: Brooke Bryan (Jeff) and Holly Terry (Justin); three great granddaughters; and her niece Cindy Murphy. Visitation will be 9AM, with services at 10AM, Tuesday, February […]

Marshall, Isabell
March 7, 1926 — January 27, 2020
Service: February 4, 2020
Isabell Marshall, 93, passed January 27, 2020. Visitation will be 12-2PM, Tuesday, February 4 at Park Lawn, 8251 Hillcrest Rd., Kansas City, MO.

George, Wanda LaVerl
March 15, 1932 — January 22, 2020
Service: January 22, 2020
Wanda LaVerl George, 87, passed away January 22, 2020. Private burial in Memorial Park Cemetery, Kansas City, MO; services to be held at a later date. Survivors include her husband, Rev. Walter L. George, her daughter Leigh Anne and her husband Stephen; son Eric and his wife Katherine; grandchildren Amelia and Connor.

Munzinger, Myra G.
September 11, 1940 — January 25, 2020
Service: February 3, 2020
Myra Glennis Munzinger was born on September 11, 1940 in Wichita, Kansas to Frank G. and Bertha D. (Thomas) Davison. Myra passed away peacefully, surrounded by family on January 25, 2020. She had an idyllic childhood growing up in Dighton, Kansas. Her father, Frank G. Davison, was an educator, farmer, and a mayor. Her mother, […]

Heng, Barbara Ann
June 2, 1929 — January 27, 2020
Service: January 30, 2020
Barbara Ann (Steele) Heng, 90, passed away January 27, 2020 at Our Lady of Mercy Country Home in Liberty, MO, where she resided since June, 2008. She was a former longtime resident of Liberal, KS. Barbara was born June 2, 1929, in Tyrone, OK, one of eight children of Robert John and Nina Belle (Lutes) […]

Espino, Victoria
November 13, 1937 — January 21, 2020
Service: February 1, 2020
Victoria Espino, 82, passed away January 21, 2020. Visitation 12PM, service 1PM, Saturday, February 1 at Park Lawn, 8251 Hillcrest Rd., Kansas City, MO.

Lewis, Evelyn Virginia
February 24, 1929 — January 23, 2020
Service: February 1, 2020
Evelyn Virginia Lewis, age 90, died in her home on January 23, 2020. She was born on February 24, 1929 at St Luke’s Hospital in Kansas City, Missouri to William Corydon Edwards and Barbara Laureen Becker-Edwards-Carpenter-Dunscomb. Eve grew up in Moberly, Missouri and graduated from Moberly High School in 1947. She then attended Lindenwood College […]

Johnston, Jr., Donald T.
December 23, 1938 — January 23, 2020
Service: January 29, 2020
Donald Tecumseh Johnston, Jr., 81, of The Gardens at Barry Road in Kansas City Northland and formerly of Broken Arrow, OK, passed away January 23, 2020, at North Kansas City Hospital in North Kansas City, MO. Don was born December 23, 1938, in Tulsa, OK, the youngest of three children of Donald T. and Nellie […]

Lines, Floyd A.
July 28, 1926 — January 24, 2020
Service: January 29, 2020
Floyd A. Lines, age 93, passed away January 24, 2020. Funeral service will be 11:30 a.m., Wednesday, January 29, 2020, at Park Lawn Funeral Home. Family will receive friends beginning at 10:30 a.m., at the chapel. Burial with military honors will follow at Memorial Park Cemetery.

Meek, Mary L.
September 16, 1925 — January 24, 2020
Service: January 30, 2020
Mary Lee Meek peacefully passed into eternity Friday, January 24, 2020, surrounded by her children at Bickford of Overland Park, Kansas. Mary was born September 16, 1925 in Grundy County, Missouri to Jessie and Orville Carpenter. She graduated from Galt High School in Galt, Missouri where she played basketball with the girl’s team that placed […]

Holloway, Timothy Lynn
July 8, 1959 — January 23, 2020
Service: January 30, 2020
Timothy Holloway, age 60, passed away January 23, 2020. Funeral service will be 11:30am, Thursday, January 30, 2020, at Park Lawn Funeral Home. Family will receive friends beginning at 10:30am at the chapel. Private interment at Green Lawn Cemetery. Park Lawn Funeral Home, 8251 Hillcrest Rd., Kansas City, MO 64138 (816)523-1234

Campbell, Marion V.
March 22, 1927 — January 21, 2020
Service: January 31, 2020
Marion Vera Campbell, a legend in her own right, passed away peacefully at Sunrise of Leawood on January 21, 2020 at age 92. Everyone will remember her as “La Reina” (The Queen), as she loved to be called, and she lived up to every aspect of that nickname with her quintessential class and grace. She […]

Fletcher, Teresa L.
May 18, 1961 — January 11, 2020
Service: January 11, 2020
Teresa L. Fletcher, age 58, passed away peacefully in her home on the afternoon of January 11th after a long tiresome battle with cancer. She was born on May 18, 1961, in Kansas City Missouri to Bill & Clara (Swope) Fletcher. She was a graduate of Shawnee Mission North High School. She spent numerous years […]

Anders, Judy N.
June 23, 1955 — January 21, 2020
Service: January 27, 2020
Judy Neoma Johnson Anders, 64, of Kansas City, MO, passed away peacefully on January 21, 2020, at St. Luke’s Plaza Hospital with family at her side. Visitation will begin at 10:00 am, followed by a service celebrating Judy’s life at 11:00 am, on Monday, January 27, at the Park Lawn Chapel, 8251 Hillcrest Road, Kansas […]

Runge, Lambert J.
September 28, 1931 — January 21, 2020
Service: January 25, 2020
Lambert “Bert” John Runge, 88, was gathered into the arms of his Lord and Savior and taken to his heavenly home in the evening of January 21, 2020. Bert had struggled in his earthly body but gracefully passed away peacefully in his sleep with family in close attendance. Bert was born on September 28, 1931 […]

Hankins, Jay N.
November 7, 1935 — January 21, 2020
Service: January 27, 2020
Jay Hankins, of Greenwood, MO, passed away in the early hours of January 21, 2020. Born on 11-7-35 to Leroy “Hank” Hankins and Gerty Hankins. Preceded in death by both parents and his brother Tom. Survived by his wife of 64 years Gay, his two sons Mike and Pat, and 5 grandsons: Steve, Jeff, Chris, […]

Tebbenkamp, Patricia M.
December 4, 1951 — January 19, 2020
Service: January 25, 2020
Patricia Marleen Tebbenkamp, age 68, lived in Kansas City, MO. She suffered heart failure on Sunday, January 19, 2020 after watching our Chiefs win to go to the Super Bowl. She was born on December 4, 1951 in Kansas City, MO. Her parents are John Robert and Louella Hursman. She had six brothers and a […]

Charles, James T.
February 6, 1937 — January 15, 2020
Service: January 24, 2020
James T. Charles, 82, passed away January 15, 2020. Visitation will be 10AM, services at 12PM, Friday, January 24 at Bethany Missionary Baptist Church, 2216 E. 13th St., Kansas City, MO; burial in Green Lawn Cemetery.

Stringer, Gary W.
July 31, 1951 — January 17, 2020
Service: January 20, 2020
Gary W. Stringer, 68, passed away January 17, 2020. Graveside services will be 1PM, Monday, January 20 at Memorial Park Cemetery, 8251 Hillcrest Rd.

Ginther, Sylvester L.
March 30, 1939 — January 15, 2020
Service: January 21, 2020
Sylvester Leonard Ginther, 80, of Plattsburg, MO, passed away unexpectedly on January 15, 2020. Rosary recitation will begin at 5:00 pm, followed by visitation from 5:30-7 pm, on Monday, January 20, at Park Lawn Northland Chapel, I-35 at State Route 291, Liberty, MO. Mass of Christian burial will be held at 10:00 am Tuesday, January […]

Tanner, Mildred M.
February 3, 1926 — January 16, 2020
Service: January 25, 2020
Mildred Martha Tanner, age 93, of Lee’s Summit, MO, passed away peacefully on Thursday, January 16, 2020 at John Knox Village Hospice House. Mildred was born in Sedan, Kansas on February 3, 1926 to the late William and Martha (Briggs) Smith. Mildred was a devoted teacher who later worked in retail after marrying Edwin Warren […]

Morris, Richard A.
February 1, 1935 — January 13, 2020
Service: January 20, 2020
Richard A. Morris, 84, passed away January 13, 2020. Visitation 12PM, service 1PM, Monday, January 20 at Park Lawn, 8251 Hillcrest Rd.; burial in Memorial Park Cemetery.

Patterson, Anneliese “Ann” P.
May 2, 1930 — January 12, 2020
Service: January 17, 2020
Anneliese “Ann” P. Patterson, 89, passed away January 12, 2020. Visitation 12PM, service 1PM, Friday, January 17 at Park Lawn, 8251 Hillcrest Rd.; burial in Belton Cemetery.

Coons, John Michael
August 31, 1953 — January 9, 2020
Service: January 18, 2020
On January 9, 2020, John Michael Coons, loving husband, father and brother, passed away at the age of 66. John was born on August 31, 1953, in Kansas City, MO, to Homer and Joann Coons. He was employed at KCPL for 28 years and was an electrician by trade. John had a passion for motorcycle […]

Bonnesen, Infant Elliot Andrew
January 7, 2020 — January 7, 2020
Service: January 18, 2020
“The Lord gives and the Lord takes away, blessed be the name of the Lord.” Elliot Andrew Bonnesen was born on Tuesday, January 7th at 4:49pm. He had a strong heartbeat throughout birth but unfortunately never took a breath. He weighed 4lbs 5oz and was 17 inches long. He was born with Bilateral Renal Agenesis, […]

Perkins, Roy Raymond
March 28, 1945 — January 10, 2020
Service: January 17, 2020
Roy Raymond Perkins, age 74, passed away January 10, 2020. Memorial services will be 10AM, Friday, January 17 at Park Lawn Funeral Home, 8251 Hillcrest Rd. Roy was born March 28, 1945, in Kansas City, KS, to George and Esther Perkins. Roy worked as a mechanic for most of his life. After his retirement from […]

Lewis, Sr., William Harley
May 2, 1942 — January 11, 2020
Service: January 26, 2020
William Harley Lewis, Sr., 77, of Gladstone Mo passed away on January 11 2020. He is survived by his wife of 42 years, Margaret (Peggy) Lewis, daughter Penny Corley, niece/daughter Sunniva Schmiege (Paul), son William Lewis Jr, son Mike Lewis (Robin), 8 grandchildren, 10 great grandchildren, and brother Russell Lewis (Dru). He is preceded in […]

Davis, John R.
November 9, 1946 — January 11, 2020
Service: January 18, 2020
John Robert Davis, 73, a longtime Liberty resident, ended a three-year battle with progressive supranuclear palsy on January 11, 2020. Visitation will be held from 6-7 pm, with a celebration of life service immediately following the visitation, on Saturday, January 18, 2020, at Park Lawn Northland Chapel, I-35 at State Route 291, Liberty. John was […]

Streu, James Michael
September 23, 1945 — January 7, 2020
Service: January 11, 2020
James Michael Streu, 74, of Kearney and a former Liberty resident, passed away January 7, 2020, at Liberty Hospital with family at his side. Visitation will begin at 9:30 am, followed by Mass of Christian burial at 10:30 am, on Saturday, January 11, at St. James Catholic Church, Liberty. Burial will follow at Glenridge Cemetery. […]

Galate, Anthony S.
January 19, 1951 — January 3, 2020
Service: January 10, 2020
Anthony “Tony” Salvatore Galate, 68, of Grain Valley, was born January 19, 1951, in Kansas City, Missouri, the son of Egnazio Vincent Galate and Frances Katherine (Bascone) Galate. He departed this life into the loving arms of his lord and savior on Friday, January 3, 2020 at 8:06pm, surrounded by his family at St. Mary’s […]

Donnelly, Edward Theodore “Teddy”
July 15, 1949 — December 31, 2019
Service: January 18, 2020
Edward “Teddy” Theodore Donnelly passed away on December 31st, 2019 at Research Medical Center in Kansas City, MO after battling a long illness. He was 70 years old. Teddy was born July 15th, 1949 in Kansas City, MO to Joyce Mae Donnelly and Edward Alvin Donnelly. He was the middle child and only […]

Couch, Duane T.
August 4, 1930 — January 2, 2020
Service: January 11, 2020
Duane Turnage Couch, 89, Lee’s Summit, MO, formerly of Raytown, MO passed away January 2, 2020 at the Veterans Home in Warrensburg. Memorial Services will be held at 11:30am Saturday, January 11, 2020 at Park Lawn Funeral Home, 8251 Hillcrest Rd, Kansas City, Missouri. Graveside Committal with Military Honors: in Green Lawn Cemetery, Kansas City, […]

McLain, Randal Dean “Randy”
June 16, 1937 — January 2, 2020
Service: January 4, 2020
Randal Dean “Randy” McLain, 82, of the Kansas City Northland, passed away January 2, 2020, at Tiffany Springs Health Care Center. He was born June 16, 1937, in Cainsville, MO, the eldest of 15 children of Robert and Christine (Wright) McLain. Along with his parents, Randy was preceded in death by a daughter, Gina Maddox; […]

Seyller, Wesley D.
August 22, 1942 — December 29, 2019
Service: January 7, 2020
Wesley Dahl Seyller, 77, of the Kansas City Northland, passed away unexpectedly on December 29, 2019, at St. Luke’s Northland Hospital with his wife of 51 years, Carol, at his side. Wes was born August 22, 1942, in Minneapolis, MN, the son of Aaron J. and Edith Mae (Dahl) Seyller. Along with his parents, Wes […]

Adair, Marguerite E.
May 29, 1929 — December 30, 2019
Service: January 4, 2020
Marguerite E. Adair, age 90, passed away December 30, 2019. She was born on May 29, 1929 in Carrollton, MO, to Charles & Tempy (Scott) Howard and was one of 11 children. Marguerite married Gene Adair on October 6, 1945, in Kansas City. She worked for many years in the credit departments at Montgomery Wards […]

Steele, Duane Otis
January 2, 1936 — December 30, 2019
Service: January 3, 2020
Duane Otis Steele, 83, of Lee’s Summit, MO, passed away December 30, 2019, at John Knox Care Center in Lee’s Summit, MO. Visitation will begin at 1:00 pm, followed by Masonic and Rose Croix services at 2:00 pm, on Friday, January 3, at the Park Lawn Chapel, 8251 Hillcrest Road, Kansas City, MO. Burial with […]

Thompson, Mark Edward
November 16, 1960 — December 18, 2019
Service: January 11, 2020
Mark Edward Thompson, 59, of Kansas City North, passed away peacefully on December 18, 2019, at NorthCare Hospice House with loved ones at his side. Mark was born November 16, 1960, in Bethany, MO, the eldest of two children of Eddie Nelson and Janice Juanita (Turley) Thompson. His father preceded him in death. Mark graduated […]

Graves, Suzanne Albright
January 22, 1934 — December 27, 2019
Service: January 11, 2020
Suzanne Albright Graves, 85, came into the presence of her Lord Jesus on December 27, 2019. She was born in DuBois, PA in 1934. Sue married the love of her life, Joseph L Graves on June 4, 1954. He preceded her in death September 8, 2007. Sue was deeply devoted to her faith and taught […]

Boggess III, Harry Lee
August 27, 1954 — December 29, 2019
Service: January 3, 2020
Harry Lee Boggess, III, 65, a lifelong Liberty resident, passed away December 29, 2019, at Addington Place at Shoal Creek. He was born August 27, 1954, grew up in Liberty, and graduated from Liberty High School. Following graduation, Harry Lee joined the Liberty Fire Department where he served 32 years, retiring as a Fire Captain […]

Crouse, William Franklin
February 18, 1921 — December 27, 2019
Service: January 4, 2020
William Franklin Crouse, 98, a lifelong Liberty resident, passed away Friday, December 27, 2019. Bill was born February 18, 1921, in Clay County, MO, the eldest of five children of T. Martin and Willie (Davis) Crouse. A brother, Robert Crouse, and sister, Helen Townsend, preceded him in death. Bill served in the U.S. […]

O’Donohue, Dawna T.
January 1, 1965 — December 18, 2019
Service: January 4, 2020
Dawna Theresa (Jackson) O’Donohue, 54, was born in Wichita, KS, January 1, 1965, and grew up in the Kansas City, MO, area. Dawna passed away on December 18, 2019, in Belton, MO. She was preceded in death by her husband, Steven O’Donohue, and father, David C. Jackson. She is survived by her daughters, Amanda Hand […]

Green, Sue
December 20, 1938 — December 27, 2019
Service: December 30, 2019
Roberta “Sue” Green, 81, of Peculiar, MO, died Friday, December 27, 2019, at Carnegie Village Memory Care Facility surrounded by her family. Celebration of Life will be 11:00 a.m., Monday, December 30, 2019, at LifeQuest Church, 1400 N. Scott, Belton, MO 64012. Family will receive friends at the church beginning at 9:30 a.m. Graveside services […]

Simmons, Donald Eugene
January 20, 1943 — December 26, 2019
Service: January 5, 2020
Donald Eugene Simmons, 76, of Dearborn, MO, and a former longtime Kingsville, MO, resident, passed away December 26, 2019, at Research Belton Hospital. Donnie was born January 20, 1943, the son of Fred M. and Bernice (Raines) Simmons. Donnie worked many years as a machine operator for Precise Forms in Kansas City. Donnie was […]

Noland, Linda Carol
April 4, 1948 — December 25, 2019
Service: December 29, 2019
Linda Carol Hudlemeyer Noland, 71, of Kearney, MO, was called to be with our Lord on Christmas day, December 25, 2019. She was born April 4, 1948, in Clay County, MO, to Fred and Peggy (Isenhour) Hudlemeyer. In her early years, Linda attended Carroll School, a one-room country schoolhouse, where Mrs. Helen Flassing taught her […]

Rincker, Bill D.
October 14, 1924 — December 24, 2019
Service: December 28, 2019
Bill D. Rincker, 95, of Kansas City, MO, passed away December 24, 2019. He was born in Goshen County, WY, on October 14, 1924. Bill was an Army Air Corps B-17 crewmember late in WW II and worked for Farmland Industries (CO-OP) from 1947 to 1986. He was a member of the Liberty Christian Church […]

Becker, Carolyn S.
March 27, 1936 — December 16, 2019
Service: January 2, 2020
Carolyn S. Becker, 83, passed away December 16, 2019. Visitation 10AM, service 11AM, Thursday, January 2 at Spring Valley Baptist Church, 8801 E. 79th St.; burial in Green Lawn Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to City Union Mission.

Perkins, David W.
July 9, 1957 — December 14, 2019
Service: December 14, 2019
David (Dave) Wayne Perkins passed away at home Saturday, December 14, 2019. Dave was born in Kansas City, MO on July 9, 1957 to Bruce Perkins and Kay Perkins (Winslow). Dave was a lifelong Kansas City resident and attended Northeast High School. Dave worked as a truck driver in and around the Kansas City area […]

Brackett, Smoky Joe
June 25, 1997 — December 22, 2019
Service: December 28, 2019
Smoky Joe Brackett, 22, passed away December 22, 2019, in Rolla, MO. Smoky Joe was born June 25, 1997, in Topeka, KS. He moved with his family to the Liberty in 2005, where he graduated from Liberty High School in 2015. Smoky Joe was a Senior student working on his Bachelor’s degree in Nuclear Engineering […]

Beasley, Sr., Arthur James
April 19, 1957 — December 18, 2019
Service: December 28, 2019
Arthur James Beasley Sr., 62, of Kansas City, Missouri went to be with the Lord on Wednesday, December 18, 2019. Arthur was born in Little Rock, Arkansas on April 19, 1957 to Joseph Beasley (deceased) and Elizabeth Ann Beasley. Arthur accepted Christ as his personal savior at an early age and became a member of […]

Morris, Thomas F.
April 15, 1926 — December 20, 2019
Service: December 23, 2019
Thomas F. Morris, a dedicated educator, a proud and concerned father, grandfather and great grandfather, and a devoted and loving husband died at the age of 93 on December 20, 2019. “So live that when…” During World War II he fought on the front lines of Northern Europe as a reconnaissance trooper / gunner of […]

Waxter, Johnny
June 2, 1925 — December 18, 2019
Service: December 28, 2019
Johnny Waxter, age 94, passed away December 18, 2019. Funeral services will be 10:00 a.m., Saturday, December 28, 2019, at Park Lawn Funeral Home. Visitation will begin at 9:00 a.m. at the chapel. Burial with military honors will follow at Green Lawn Cemetery. Johnny Waxter was born to Lucy Waxter June 2nd 1925 in Hattiesburg […]

Conway, Patricia C.
October 13, 1934 — December 18, 2019
Service: December 23, 2019
Beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, sister-in-law, aunt and friend Patricia “Pat” C. Conway left this life for the next on December 18, 2019 at Overland Park Regional Hospital surrounded by love and her children. Pat was 85 years old. Pat was born October 13, 1934 in Creighton, MO. She was one of 11 children born […]

Benson, Francis W.
January 8, 1931 — December 18, 2019
Service: January 18, 2020
Francis Wilburn “Frank” Benson, age 88, passed away December 18, 2019. Born January 8, 1931, to Edgar Roy and Annie Jewell Benson of Shelby County, MO, Frank was a U.S. Army Veteran who served during the Korean War. He married Patsy L. Lamberson on April 20, 1956. They were married for 62 ½ years, until […]

Eiler, Bettye Faye
September 1, 1933 — December 12, 2019
Service: December 21, 2019
Bettye Faye Smith Brandon Eiler , age 86, passed away December 12, 2019. A gathering of family and friends to celebrate Bettye’s life will be held December 21, 2019, from 2-4pm at 11012 E 72nd Terrace, Raytown, MO 64133. She was born September 4, 1933, in Bonnie Blue, VA to Betty Louise and John Monroe […]

Mitchell, Charles W.
March 31, 1922 — December 16, 2019
Service: December 21, 2019
Charles W. Mitchell, 97, passed away December 16, 2019 at Bickford Senior Living in Raytown, MO. He was born on March 31, 1922 in Kansas City, MO, the son of Anna Mae and Lonnie Mitchell and had seven brothers and two sisters. Charles married Lois E. Mitchell and was married for 70 years before she […]

Pepper, Denise Lorraine
November 16, 1960 — December 11, 2019
Service: December 21, 2019
Denise Lorraine Pepper, 59, passed away Wednesday, December 11th, 2019 peacefully in her new home in Texas. Denise was born in Kansas City, MO on November 16th, 1960, 10 minutes after her twin Dianne Francis Hovatter. Raised by her grandparents George Henry Kuechler, and Stella Naomi Kuechler, Denise spent most of her childhood in the […]

Bailey, III, Robert Leroy “Rob”
October 14, 1984 — December 7, 2019
Service: December 21, 2019
Robert Leroy “Rob” Bailey, III, 35, of Cedar Rapids, IA, and formerly of Kansas City, passed away unexpectedly on December 7, 2019, at his home. Visitation will begin at 10:00 am, followed by a service celebrating Rob’s life at 11:00 am, on Saturday, December 21, at Park Lawn Northland Chapel, I-35 at State Route 291, […]

Kopulos, Leonard “Lee” G.
March 11, 1954 — December 13, 2019
Service: December 19, 2019
Leonard “Lee” G. Kopulos, 65, passed away Friday, December 13, 2019. His father George L. Kopulos predeceased him. He leaves his mother Evelyn; daughters Dena and Deme; and son George. Lee was a graduate of Missouri Western State University. He worked as President of a family owned corporation, Regal Distributing Company. Lee was a member […]

Graham, Opal L.
February 28, 1925 — December 16, 2019
Service: December 19, 2019
Opal Lowanda (Sailor) Graham, 94, a longtime Liberty resident, joined her Lord and Savior on December 16, 2019. She passed away at home, surrounded by her loving family. Visitation will begin at 1:00 pm, followed by a service celebrating Opal’s life at 2:00 pm, on Thursday, December 19, at Park Lawn Northland Chapel, I-35 at […]

Isles, Irene L.
June 24, 1936 — December 12, 2019
Service: December 18, 2019
Irene L. Isles, age 83, of Lebanon, MO, passed away December 12, 2019. Graveside services will be held at 1:00 p.m., Wednesday, December 18, 2019, at Green Lawn Cemetery, 8251 Hillcrest Rd., Kansas City, MO, 64138.

King, Nancy Kathryn
June 2, 1945 — December 13, 2019
Service: December 23, 2019
Nancy Kathryn (Hatcher) King, 74, a longtime Pleasant Valley, MO, resident, joined her Lord and Savior on December 13, 2019. She passed away peacefully at home with family at her side. Nancy was born June 2, 1945, in Wichita, KS, the daughter of James and Elizabeth (Page) Hatcher. She was united in marriage to Nolan […]

Lombardi, Luigi
January 24, 1944 — December 9, 2019
Service: December 19, 2019
Luigi Lombardi, age 75, passed away December 9, 2019. Visitation will be held at 12Noon, Thursday, December 19, 2019, at Park Lawn Funeral Home. Funeral services will begin at 1:00pm. Burial will follow at Memorial Park Cemetery. Luigi was born January 24, 1944 to Salvatore Lombardi and Maria Aruta Lombardi. Louie is survived by his […]

Henderson, Bonnie E.
December 30, 1926 — December 9, 2019
Service: December 14, 2019
Bonnie Eileen Henderson, 92, of Oak Grove, formerly of Independence, MO, passed away Monday, December 9, 2019. Bonnie was a loving wife and mother and will be missed by all who knew her. Bonnie was born December 30, 1926, in Kansas City, Missouri, the daughter of Clinton & Dovie Phillips and lived in the Kansas […]

Ayers, Dolores K.
October 21, 1931 — December 9, 2019
Service: December 12, 2019
Dolores Kathleen Ayers entered heaven the morning of December 9, 2019. Services will be held Thursday, December 12, 2019 at Park Lawn Funeral Home – South Chapel, 8251 Hillcrest Road, Kansas City, Missouri 64138 with Visitation beginning at noon, Celebration of Life at 1 p.m., immediately followed by Committal Service at adjacent Memorial Park Cemetery. […]

Fulkerson, Raymond Gerald “Jerry”
February 19, 1941 — December 8, 2019
Service: December 12, 2019
Raymond Gerald “Jerry” Fulkerson, 78, of Liberty, MO, passed away December 8, 2019. Visitation will be held from 5-7 pm Thursday, December 12, at Park Lawn Northland Chapel, I-35 at State Route 291, Liberty. Private family services will follow and private interment at a later date will be in Glenridge Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, […]

Craig, Sue E.
October 3, 1938 — December 6, 2019
Service: December 11, 2019
Sue Ella Craig, age 81, passed away Friday, December 6, 2019. She was born October 3, 1938 to Ed and Clada Thies in Springfield, MO. She was the second of four sisters. With her older sister, Loretta, who preceded her in death, she often helped take care of her two younger sisters, Clada and Kay. […]

Hand, Lonnie Wayne
August 4, 1943 — December 5, 2019
Service: December 5, 2019
Lonnie Wayne Hand, 76, passed away on December 5, 2019 at his home. He is survived by his brother Dustie Barnes and sister Ladorna Barnes. Cremation.

Tripp, Verna Mae
November 2, 1925 — December 4, 2019
Service: December 13, 2019
Verna M. Tripp, 94, a resident of Kansas City, Missouri, passed away December 4, 2019. Visitation will be held Friday, December 13, 2019 at 1:00 pm, followed by funeral services at 2:00 pm and burial immediately following. The services will be held at Park Lawn Funeral Home, 8251 Hillcrest Road, Kansas City, MO and the […]

Clodfelter, Warren Palmer
March 10, 1930 — December 3, 2019
Service: December 10, 2019
Warren Palmer Clodfelter, 89, passed away December 3, 2019. Warren was born in High Point, North Carolina and married his only “sweetheart”, Frances Olivia Lovelace in 1953, after he served in the Air Force and Korean War. His career led him to Kansas City to work at Bendix, which he retired from in 1992. Warren […]

Cowan, JoAnn
October 23, 1937 — December 3, 2019
Service: December 10, 2019
JoAnn Cowan, 83, passed away December 3, 2019. Graveside services will be 2PM, Tuesday, December 10 at Green Lawn Cemetery, 8251 Hillcrest Rd.

Schmid, Ethel R.
February 7, 1936 — December 2, 2019
Service: December 7, 2019
Ethel Ruth Caroline Schmid, age 83, of Kansas City, MO was called home to be with her Lord on Monday, December 2, 2019 at Kansas City Hospice House & Palliative Care. On February 7, 1936 the Lord blessed Hans and Elsie Press of Detroit, MI with the gift of a daughter whom they named Ethel […]

McCloud, James Wallace
November 8, 1924 — November 30, 2019
Service: December 9, 2019
James Wallace McCloud, age 95, passed away November 30, 2019. Visitation will be held from 10-11 a.m. Monday, December 9, at Park Lawn Funeral Home, 8251 Hillcrest, Kansas City MO 64138. Committal services will follow at 12:30 p.m. at Leavenworth National Cemetery, 150 Muncie Rd., Leavenworth, KS 66048. Arrangements: Park Lawn (816)523-1234

Fossett, Sr., Jearl Lee
April 24, 1941 — November 30, 2019
Service: December 5, 2019
Jearl ‘Jerry’ Lee Fossett Sr, 78, of Grain Valley, MO died Saturday, November 30, 2019 at St. Mary’s Hospital in Blue Springs, MO. Jearl Lee Fossett Sr was born April 24, 1941 in Mt. Vernon, MO to Clyde Elmer and Audra Vendela Rearis Fossett. Jerry was a custodian in Kansas City area school districts for […]

McLemore, Earl
October 1, 1942 — November 23, 2019
Service: December 7, 2019
Earl McLemore, 77, passed November 23, 2019. Visitation 12PM, service 1PM, Saturday, December 7 at Park Lawn Funeral Home, 8251 Hillcrest Rd.

Clark, Gerald Earnest “Bud”
June 10, 1941 — November 28, 2019
Service: December 6, 2019
Major Gerald E. Clark, “Bud”, 78, passed away November 28, 2019. He retired from the United States Army. During his time in the military, Gerald was a gun ship pilot and received several medals including the Distinguished Flying Cross, National Defense Service Medal, Master Army Aviator Badge and Overseas Service Ribbon as well as many […]

Copridge-Ragland, Louise Bernice
November 16, 1945 — November 27, 2019
Service: December 9, 2019
Louise B. Copridge-Ragland, 74, of Independence, Missouri, died November 27, 2019, at her home. Louise was born November 16, 1945, in Independence, Missouri, a graduate of William High School, retired from Jackson County, Missouri Department of Civil Records after 38 plus years of service. A visitation will be held from 9-11 AM on Monday, December […]

DeVry, Henry William “Bill”
May 18, 1932 — November 29, 2019
Service: December 7, 2019
Henry William “Bill” DeVry, Jr., 87, passed away peacefully on November 29, 2019, at the Kingswood Senior Living Community in Kansas City where he resided for the past year and a half. Visitation will be held from 4-6 pm Saturday, December 7th, at the Park Lawn Chapel, 8251 Hillcrest Road, Kansas City. Private burial will […]

Osten, Gary Lee
January 26, 1966 — November 26, 2019
Service: December 3, 2019
Gary L. Osten, 53, of Liberty, died Nov 26, 2019. Celebration of Life: 1-3 pm, Tue, Dec 3 at Park Lawn Northland Chapel (west of I-35 on route 291) in Liberty, Mo. He is survived by his parents, Leland and Elva Osten; son, Jackson Osten and his mother, Susan Osten, and sister, Nikki Edwards and […]

Blackmon, Herbert K.
December 27, 1937 — November 24, 2019
Service: December 4, 2019
Herbert K. Blackmon, 81, passed away November 24, 2019. Visitation will be 9AM, with services to follow at 10AM, Wednesday, December 4 at Park Lawn Funeral Home, 8251 Hillcrest Rd.; burial in Green Lawn Cemetery.

Downing, Donald E.
October 22, 1931 — November 23, 2019
Service: November 27, 2019
Donald E. Downing, 88, was born October 22, 1931 in Deepwater, Missouri with his best day being November 23, 2019, as he joined his Lord and Savior and wife (Aletrice Downing) of 46 years in heaven. He leaves behind his daughter, Donita Downing; grandsons: Samuel Santee V and Christian Sears; his children: Jenny Hammer (James […]

Terry, Louise Mildred
September 21, 1928 — November 22, 2019
Service: November 27, 2019
Louise M. Terry, 91, passed away November 22, 2019, surrounded by her loving family. Louise was born in Smyth County, Virginia, to William and Goldie (Fox) Poston, the eldest of 13 children. She was married at age 17 to Carl H. Terry, and they moved to Missouri in 1961. They were blessed with five children. […]

Classen, Michelle Kay
November 19, 1947 — November 19, 2019
Service: November 25, 2019
Michelle Kay (Foltz) Classen, 72, of Kearney, MO, passed away November 19, 2019, at North Kansas City Hospital, surrounded by loved ones. Visitation will be held from 2-4 pm Sunday, November 24, at Park Lawn Northland Chapel, I-35 at State Route 291, Liberty. Mass of Christian burial will be held at 10:00 am Monday, November […]

Mitchell, Dorothy M.
January 31, 1932 — November 4, 2019
Service: November 4, 2019
Dorothy M. Mitchell (Bochman) 87, passed away peacefully November 4, 2019 after a battle with cancer. She was born on January 31, 1932 in Windom, MN, the second of 4 children. She graduated from Windom High School in 1949, then attended Mankato State Teacher’s College where she received her degree in Art Education with a […]

Goff, Patricia M.
August 10, 1939 — November 10, 2019
Service: November 10, 2019
Patricia Mae Goff, passed away at the age 80 on November 10, 2019. She was born to Earl Reberry and Opal Cox on August 10, 1939 in Blue Summit, MO. She leaves behind 6 grieving children: Allen W. Fales and wife Bonnie of Newport, Michigan; Michael T. Fales and wife Lori of Independence, Missouri; Carla […]

Green, Neva M.
October 28, 1933 — November 17, 2019
Service: November 22, 2019
Neva Maria Green, a longtime resident of Independence, passed away peacefully on November 17, 2019 after a long, courageous battle with cancer. She passed away in the care of Northcare Hospice House in North Kansas City Missouri, surrounded in love by her family. Neva was born on October 28,1933 in El Dorado Springs, MO. She […]

Frazier, Alda Vadean
March 16, 1930 — November 16, 2019
Service: November 21, 2019
Alda Vadean (Ames) Frazier, 89, of the Kansas City Northland, passed away November 16, 2019, at Benton House of Staley Hills. She was born March 16, 1930, in Green City, MO, the daughter of Chester E. and Mary (Moffitt) Ames. Along with her parents, Vadean was preceded in death by her husband of 50 years, […]

Roberson, Jacob Ryan
April 17, 1991 — November 13, 2019
Service: November 19, 2019
Jacob Ryan Roberson, 28, passed away November 13, 2019. He was born April 17, 1991, in Kansas City, MO. He leaves his daughters, Faith and Olivia; his daughters’ mother, Morgan Gilliland; Jacob’s mother, Shelley Stevens; step-mother, Teresa Mynatt; sister, Justine Roberson; brother, Jonathan Roberson; grandmothers, Roberta Roberson and Sherri Dryer; aunt, Robin Curfman; as well […]

Potter, William Kyle
November 21, 1950 — November 12, 2019
Service: November 13, 2019
William Kyle Potter, 69, of Kearney, Mo, passed away Tuesday, November 12, 2019 in Liberty, Mo. A private committal will take place at the Masonic Cemetery in Van Buren, Mo, at a later date. Kyle is preceded in death by his parents William & Doris Potter. He leaves behind his son William Bryan Potter; siblings […]

Jones, Marla K.
September 19, 1962 — November 14, 2019
Service: November 19, 2019
Marla Jones, beloved wife to Greg, loving mother to her son Douglas, and dog mom to her fur babies Storm and Mudsie passed away November 14, 2019. She was a cherished mother, daughter, sister, aunt, and friend. She cared deeply for all those she knew. Whether she was attending fundraisers, volunteering or spending time with […]

Carpenter, Virginia Ruth
November 26, 1934 — November 14, 2019
Service: November 30, 2019
Virginia “Ruth” Carpenter, 84, died on November 14, 2019 at her home in Raytown, MO. Ruth was born in Birch Tree, MO, to loving parents Ralph and Bessie Templeton. She was one of nine children. Ruth and her family moved to Springfield, MO, during her high school years. Following her high school graduation, Ruth moved to […]

Van Dan Elzen, Mary Ellen
July 16, 1929 — November 14, 2019
Service: November 20, 2019
Mary Ellen Van Dan Elzen, 90, passed Nov 14, 2019. Visitation 130PM, service 2PM, Wed, Nov 20 at Park Lawn, 8251 Hillcrest Rd.; burial in Memorial Park.

Witt, James “Jim” Lee
April 4, 1942 — November 13, 2019
Service: November 18, 2019
James “Jim” Lee Witt, 77, passed away November 13, 2019. Jim is survived by his wife Janice, brother John (Jan) Witt, two sons Robert (Janet) Dover and James (Deb) Dover, three grandchildren: Brittany, Ryan and Nicole Dover, four great grandchildren: Cameron, Ashton, Brayden and Arianna Dover and his faithful canine companion Nala. He was preceded […]

Glasco, Renita D.
March 10, 1957 — November 13, 2019
Service: November 22, 2019
Renita D. Glasco, 62, passed away November 13, 2019. Visitation will be 9:30AM, with services to follow at 10:30AM, Friday, November 22 at Park Lawn Funeral Home, 8251 Hillcrest Rd.; burial in Green Lawn Cemetery.

Anderson, Almer
June 15, 1925 — November 11, 2019
Service: November 19, 2019
Almer Anderson, 94, passed away November 11, 2019. Visitation will be 10AM, with services at 11AM, Tuesday, November 19 at South Restoration Branch, 8105 Raytown Rd.; burial in Forest Hill Cemetery.

Carver, Billy Ray
April 10, 1952 — November 10, 2019
Service: November 24, 2019
Billy Ray Carver, 67, of Independence Mo passed away on November 10, 2019 at CenterPoint Hospital. He was born on April 10,1952 to Willard and Kathryn Carver. Bill worked most of his life as a heavy equipment operator. He took great pride and ownership in all that he did and was always ready to help […]

Fortner, Annamarie
September 30, 1943 — November 12, 2019
Service: November 14, 2019
Annamarie Fortner, 76, passed away November 12, 2019. Visitation will be 10AM, services 11AM, Thursday, November 14 at Bethel Baptist Church, 2406 S. Hwy 291, Independence, MO; burial in Green Lawn Cemetery.

Rigsby, Wallace L.
June 15, 1938 — November 11, 2019
Service: November 16, 2019
Wallace L. Rigsby, 81, passed November 11, 2019. Services will be 2PM, Saturday, November 16 at Park Lawn, 8251 Hillcrest Rd. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Community Bible Church, 1450 NW 950th Rd., Odessa, MO 64076, or to Michael Facciani, MJF Ministries, 426 Vermont St., Waterloo, IA 50701. Wallace enjoyed […]

Perusich, Robert L.
December 13, 1934 — November 10, 2019
Service: November 14, 2019
Robert L. Perusich, 84, of John Knox Village in Lee’s Summit, MO (formerly of Sedalia, MO and Leawood, KS), passed away November 10, 2019. Bob was born December 13, 1934, in Courtney, MO, to Nicholas and Georgia Lee (Brestogianis) Perusich. He was the third of four sons. Bob was united in marriage to Patricia Joann […]

Morgans, Rev. Bobby Dean
June 29, 1956 — November 10, 2019
Service: November 16, 2019
Rev. Bobby Dean Morgans, 63, of Trenton, MO, passed away November 10, 2019, in Liberty, MO, with loved ones at his side. Visitation will begin at 1:30 pm, followed by a service celebrating Bob’s life at 2:30 pm, on Saturday, November 16, at Refuge Church, 1315 Nashua Road, Liberty, MO. In lieu of flowers, memorials […]

Kiper, Glenda K.
June 26, 1946 — November 9, 2019
Service: November 15, 2019
Glenda K. Kiper, 73, passed away November 9, 2019. Glenda was born June 26, 1946. She was preceded in death by her husband Donald E. Kiper in 2009. Survivors include her children: Charles Kiper, Teresa Thomas (Chester), Connie Vanderpool (Leon) and Lacy Kiper; seven grandchildren and seven great grandchildren. Visitation will be 9AM, with services at […]

Owen, Robert
August 14, 1924 — November 8, 2019
Service: November 8, 2019
Robert Owen, 95, passed November 8, 2019. Celebration of life at Lakeview Village pending. Private burial in Memorial Park Cemetery.

Hanks, Clyde Thomas
December 16, 1946 — November 8, 2019
Service: November 15, 2019
Clyde Thomas Hanks, 72, passed away November 8, 2019. Visitation 1PM, service 2PM, Friday, November 15 at Park Lawn, 8251 Hillcrest Rd.; burial in Green Lawn Cemetery.

Heselton, Morris Hartwell
September 20, 1929 — November 6, 2019
Service: November 6, 2019
Morris H. Heselton Morris H. Heselton, 90, passed away November 6, 2019. Morris was born September 20, 1929. He was preceded in death by his parents, Lucile and Cyril Heselton; daughter Jennifer Garten; and brother Cyril Heselton. Survivors include his wife Dolores Heselton; daughter Debbie Anderssen; 3 grandsons and 2 great grandchildren.

Lewis, George Gerald
April 20, 1944 — November 6, 2019
Service: November 10, 2019
George Gerald Lewis, 75, of Pleasant Valley, passed away peacefully on November 6, 2019, at Pleasant Valley Manor. Visitation will begin at 10:00 am, followed by a service celebrating George’s life at 10:30 am, on Sunday, November 10, at Park Lawn Northland Chapel, Liberty. Burial will follow at Glenridge Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials […]

Betts, Darlene Sue
August 26, 1943 — November 6, 2019
Service: November 11, 2019
Darlene Sue Betts, 76, passed away November 6, 2019. Services will be 10:30AM, Monday, November 11 at Park Lawn, 8251 Hillcrest Rd.; burial in Memorial Park Cemetery.

Link, Delores J.
August 24, 1934 — November 5, 2019
Service: November 9, 2019
Delores Jane Link, 85, a lifelong resident of the Kansas City area, died peacefully while surrounded by family on Tuesday, November 5. Born in 1934 to Leo and Mildred Hill, she was Kansas City’s first-ever “Penny Baby” as her father paid for her birth entirely in pennies. She went to Westport High School and graduated […]

Swails, Kenneth Jay
November 28, 1927 — November 2, 2019
Service: November 16, 2019
Kenneth Jay Swails, 91, St. Charles, MO, (Kearney, MO 1976-2014), passed peacefully to be with his Lord on Saturday, November 2, 2019 at his home (Cedarhurst Senior Living Center) after a long illness with pneumonia and heart failure. His precious daughters, Susan and Sharon were at his side. Kenneth was born on November 28, 1927 […]

Forster, Lucinda Gayle “Cindy”
August 20, 1955 — November 3, 2019
Service: November 16, 2019
Lucinda Weamer Whitton Forster (Cindy Forster), 64, passed away Sunday, November 3rd after a valiant 12 year battle with breast cancer. Left on this earth to miss her deeply are her husband, Matt Forster, her sister Julia Weamer-Lee, her daughter Rachel Whitton and her partner Brad, her son Tristan Whitton, and his partner Jessica, four […]

Ritter, Jeanne M.
April 12, 1920 — October 28, 2019
Service: November 16, 2019
On Monday, October 28, 2019, Jeanne M. Ritter passed away at the age of 99. Jeanne Marie Cloud was born on April 12, 1920 in St. Joseph Missouri, to Arthur Beryl and Marie (Spillman) Cloud. She grew up in Salina Kansas, and graduated from Kansas Wesleyan University in 1941. She married Ralph J. Chubbuck of […]

Palmer, Jr., William G.
October 2, 1932 — November 3, 2019
Service: November 23, 2019
William Gordon Palmer Jr, 87, of Raytown, MO., born October 2, 1932 to William and Verlon Palmer, passed away quietly on November 3 in Overland Park, KS. “Bill,” as his many friends and relatives knew him, grew up in Kansas City, Missouri. In high school Bill took ROTC and graduated in 1949 from Central High […]

McGaugh, Shirley A.
December 9, 1935 — November 4, 2019
Service: November 12, 2019
Shirley Ann Walker-McGaugh was born on December 9, 1935, in Kansas City, Missouri to the union of Mack and Alberta Walker. She was the second child born to this union. Shirley passed from this dimension to another on November 4, 2019. Her husband, Edgar McGaugh; mother and father, Mack and Alberta Walker; daughter, Charnese Wright, […]

Johnston, Olen Ross
November 22, 1960 — November 1, 2019
Service: November 11, 2019
Olen Ross Johnston, age 58, passed away November 1, 2019. Funeral service will be 1PM, Monday, November 11, 2019, at Park Lawn Funeral Home. Family will greet friends prior to services beginning at 12Noon. Burial will follow at Memorial Park Cemetery.

Frick, Oddie Pauline
May 9, 1930 — November 4, 2019
Service: November 12, 2019
Oddie Pauline (Dillon) Frick, 89, a longtime Liberty resident, passed away November 4, 2019. Visitation will be held from 5-7 pm Monday, November 11, at Park Lawn Northland Chapel, I-35 at State Route 291, Liberty. Her funeral service will be held at 10:00 am Tuesday, November 12, at Providence Baptist Church, 12206 North Stark Avenue, […]

Holmes, Stephen Eugene
July 4, 1948 — November 1, 2019
Service: November 9, 2019
Stephen Eugene Holmes, 71, passed away November 1, 2019, at Tiffany Springs Health Care, surrounded by family. Visitation will begin at 10:00 am, followed by a celebration service at 11:00 am, on Saturday, November 9, at Park Lawn Northland Chapel, I-35 at State Route 291, Liberty, MO. In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to […]

Hardin-Vessel, Shirlee J.
July 8, 1958 — October 30, 2019
Service: November 9, 2019
Shirlee J. Hardin-Vessel, 61, passed away October 30, 2019. Visitation 12PM, service 1PM, Saturday, November 9 at Park Lawn Funeral Home, 8251 Hillcrest Rd.; burial in Memorial Park Cemetery.

Hickman, Loretta Mae
February 13, 1938 — November 1, 2019
Service: November 6, 2019
Loretta Mae (Canole) Hickman, 81, of Sunrise Beach, MO, passed away November 1, 2019, at Liberty Hospital with family at her side. Visitation will begin at 1:00 pm, followed by a service celebrating Loretta’s life at 2:00 pm, on Wednesday, November 6, at Park Lawn Northland Chapel, Liberty. Burial will follow at Glenridge Cemetery. Loretta […]

Cook, Jerry J.
August 15, 1932 — November 2, 2019
Service: November 6, 2019
Jerry Joe Cook, 87, of Pleasant Hill, MO, loving husband and father, went to be with his Lord on Saturday, November 2, 2019. Jerry was born on August 15, 1932, in Smithton, MO the youngest son of Rev. Frank and Blanche (Davis) Cook. He served four years in the Air Force, with most of his […]

Kiesel, Sanford Lee Steven
November 11, 1940 — October 27, 2019
Service: November 16, 2019
Sanford Lee Steven “Sandy” Kiesel, age 78, passed away October 27, 2019. Sandy was born November 11, 1940, to Herbert and Laurie Haney. He was a graduate of Westport High School. He served in the U.S. Army as a Clerk and was recognized as Expert in Rifle M-14. Sandy was a filmmaker, producer and director […]

Grubb, Helen Ethyl
February 23, 1924 — October 31, 2019
Service: November 6, 2019
Helen E. Grubb, 95, of Peculiar, Missouri, passed away at her home on Thursday, October 31, 2019. A visitation will be held at 10:00 a.m. followed by funeral services at 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday, November 6, 2019 at Park Lawn Funeral Home, 8251 Hillcrest Road, Kansas City, Missouri. Burial with military honors will follow at […]

Solo, Rose M.
May 20, 1929 — October 31, 2019
Service: November 6, 2019
Rose Mary Solo, 90, of Kansas City, MO and formerly, a proud and longtime south Omaha girl, filled her life with her deep Catholic faith and an everlasting love for her family, friends and Italian food. She went home to heaven the morning of Thursday, October 31, the birthday of her eldest son and one […]

Boone, Helen Geraldine “Jerry”
February 5, 1931 — October 14, 2019
Service: October 18, 2019
Helen Geraldine “Jerry” Boone, 88, of Lee’s Summit, MO, passed away peacefully on October 14, 2019 at John Knox Village Hospice. She was born February 5, 1931 in Kansas City, MO where she was a lifelong resident until moving to Lee’s Summit in 2001. Helen was preceded in death by her husband of 50 years, […]

Taylor, Doris E.
February 12, 1935 — October 29, 2019
Service: November 5, 2019
Doris Elleen (Salazar) Taylor, 84, of the Kansas City Northland, passed away October 29, 2019, at Liberty Hospital surrounded by family. Visitation will be held from 6-8 pm Monday, November 4, at Park Lawn Northland Chapel, I-35 at State Route 291, Liberty. A service celebrating her life will be held at 10:00 am Tuesday, November […]

Kattou, Michael Gordon
October 19, 1962 — October 28, 2019
Service: November 2, 2019
Michael Gordon Kattou, 57, a lifelong Kansas City Northland resident, passed away October 28, 2019 at his home with family at his side. Visitation will begin at 1:00 pm, followed by a service celebrating Michael’s life at 2:00 pm, on Saturday, November 2, at Park Lawn Northland Chapel, I-35 at State Route 291, Liberty. Burial […]

Redick, Jr., Lloyd A.
June 19, 1943 — October 29, 2019
Service: October 29, 2019
Lloyd A. Redick, Jr., 76, passed away peacefully on October 29, 2019. He was a loving son, husband, father, grandfather, brother and friend to many. Lloyd loved camping in Colorado and his dog Barney. Lloyd has been reunited with his loving wife Paula. He is now at peace. A memorial service will be held at […]

Hawk, Dora Mae
July 29, 1923 — October 27, 2019
Service: November 2, 2019
Dora Mae Hawk, 96, of Raytown, Missouri, passed away Sunday, October 27, 2019 in Lee’s Summit, Missouri. Visitation will be at 2:00pm, followed by funeral services at 3:00pm, on Saturday, November 2, 2019 at Park Lawn Funeral Home in Kansas City, Missouri. Burial will follow at Memorial Park Cemetery. Dora Hawk was born in Paxton, […]

Jackson, Naomi M.
July 4, 1930 — October 25, 2019
Service: November 2, 2019
Naomi Mae (Fitzpatrick) Jackson, 89, of the Kansas City Northland, and formerly of Braymer and Excelsior Springs, passed away October 25, 2019, at Oakridge of Plattsburg, with family at her side. Naomi was born July 4, 1930, in Osceola, Iowa, the daughter of Theodore Hershel Fitzpatrick and Gertrude Grace (Lioler) Fitzpatrick. She grew up and […]

Rasmusen, Gary S.
October 3, 1951 — October 22, 2019
Service: October 29, 2019
Gary S. Rasmusen, 68, passed October 22, 2019. Services will be 10AM, Tuesday, October 29 at Park Lawn, 8251 Hillcrest Rd.; burial in Green Lawn Cemetery.

Moon, Donald L.
January 29, 1927 — October 23, 2019
Service: October 28, 2019
Donald Lugean Moon, 92, a longtime Liberty resident, passed away October 23, 2019, at his home. He was born January 29, 1927, in Florence, MO. He served in the U.S. Navy from 1944 until 1946, and later in the U.S. Army until receiving honorable discharge in 1956. He was a life member of the Sugar […]

Lamont, Kirby William
August 15, 1954 — October 14, 2019
Service: October 31, 2019
Kirby William Lamont, 65, died October 14, 2019 in Clearwater, FL. He is the son of Doyle Sr. and Neoma Lamont. Along with his parents, survivors include brother, Clifford Sr; sister, Emma Campbell; four nieces and nephews and families. Preceded by brother, Doyle Jr. and nephew, Clifford, Jr. Graveside service 1:00 pm Thursday, October 31, […]

Nelson, Alphonso Keith
December 16, 1973 — October 22, 2019
Service: November 2, 2019
Alphonso Keith Nelson was born on December 16th, 1973 in Kansas City, Missouri to LaDell and Mary Nelson. Alphonso departed this life on Tuesday October 22nd, 2019. He was preceded in death by both parents and his sister Judy Nelson. Alphonso received his primary education in the Kansas City Public School District graduating from Central […]

Rigoli, Antonio J.
January 10, 1923 — October 23, 2019
Service: October 23, 2019
Antonio Joseph Rigoli, 96, of Peculiar, MO and a WWII Veteran, passed October 23, 2019. Antonio was born January 10, 1923 in Waltham, Massachusetts. He lived a long and wonderful life and has now been reunited with his wife, Alice Louise Rigoli. Survivors are son Anthony and 3 grandsons. He was preceded in death by […]

Taylor, Linda E.
April 13, 1940 — October 18, 2019
Service: October 25, 2019
Linda Eva Taylor, 79, of Kansas City, Missouri, passed away on the morning of October 18, 2019 at her home. Linda was born on April 13, 1940, in Lexington, Mississippi. She was one of 9 children born to Frank Weatherall and Olivia Alexander. The Weatherall Family moved to Kansas City Kansas in 1947. Linda attended […]

Downing, Elsie
January 11, 1932 — October 22, 2019
Service: October 26, 2019
Elsie Downing, 87, passed October 22, 2019. Visitation 1PM, service 2PM, Saturday, October 26 at Park Lawn, 8251 Hillcrest Rd.; burial in Memorial Park. Elsie was preceded in death by her husband Lloyd R. Downing and daughter Debra Lynn Downing. Survivors include her children: son Dave Downing and wife Sharon, son Bob Downing and wife Bessie, […]

Porter, Thelma
June 16, 1926 — October 19, 2019
Service: October 26, 2019
Thelma Porter, 93, passed away October 19, 2019. Visitation will be 11AM, with services at 12PM, Saturday, October 26 at Gateway Church, 5460 Blue Ridge Cutoff; burial in Brooking Cemetery.

Gray, Richard Lee
November 3, 1952 — October 18, 2019
Service: October 26, 2019
Richard Lee Gray, 66, of Liberty, MO, known by everyone as Richie, passed away peacefully on October 18, 2019, from complications arising from Alzheimer’s Disease. His family was, and had been, by his side on the days leading up to his passing. He was preceded in death by his parents, Ann Elizabeth and George Leslie […]

Bradley, David Lee
March 4, 1933 — October 19, 2019
Service: October 23, 2019
David Lee Bradley, 86, passed away October 19, 2019. Visitation 1PM, service 2PM, Wednesday October 23 at Park Lawn Funeral Home, 8251 Hillcrest Rd.; burial to follow in Memorial Park Cemetery.

Kinney, Tammy Ann
May 29, 1967 — October 18, 2019
Service: October 27, 2019
Tammy Ann Kinney, 52, of Overland Park, Kansas, passed away at her home surrounded by family on Friday, October 18, 2019. A visitation will be held from 4:00—6:00 p.m., on Saturday, October 26, at Park Lawn Northland Chapel, with services celebrating Tammy’s life at 10:00 a.m., on Sunday, October 27 at the funeral home. In […]

Hensley, Kelsie Coryn
March 3, 1989 — October 14, 2019
Service: October 25, 2019
Kelsie Coryn Hensley, 30, passed away October 14, 2019. Visitation will begin at 5:00 pm, followed by a service celebrating Kelsie’s life at 6:30 pm, on Friday, October 25, at Park Lawn Northland Chapel, I-35 at State Route 291, Liberty, MO. In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to the Healing House, 4505 St. John […]

Zerr, Robert Leo “Bob”
November 24, 1934 — October 17, 2019
Service: October 22, 2019
Robert Leo “Bob” Zerr, 84, passed away October 17, 2019. Visitation will be held from 4-7 pm, with Prayer service at 6 pm, on Monday, October 21, at Park Lawn Northland Chapel, I-35 at State Route 291, Liberty. Mass of Christian burial will be held at 10:00 am Tuesday, October 22, at St. Gabriel Archangel […]

Ashworth, Gayle Ellen
August 20, 1941 — October 13, 2019
Service: October 26, 2019
Gayle Ellen Ashworth, 78, passed away peacefully on October 13th, 2019 from complications from Alzheimer’s. Gayle was born August 20th, 1941 to Orville and Gladys O’Rear in Kansas City, MO. She graduated from Raytown High School in 1959. She was a devoted mother to her three children, Kelly, Lori and Jeffrey. Gayle retired from the […]

Hickman, Joan B.
January 19, 1935 — October 15, 2019
Service: October 25, 2019
Joan B. Hickman, 84, passed away October 15, 2019. Visitation will be 6-8PM, Thursday, October 24 with services 2PM Friday, October 25, both at Park Lawn Funeral Home, 8251 Hillcrest Rd.; burial in Memorial Park Cemetery.

Epperson, Jack E.
July 23, 1929 — October 11, 2019
Service: October 21, 2019
Jack Earnest Epperson, 90, of Weslaco, TX, formerly of Holt, MO, passed away peacefully on October 11, 2019 at Valley Baptist Medical Center in Harlingen, TX. Jack was born July 23, 1929 in Tulsa, Oklahoma, one of eight children of Arthur E. and Osha Helen (Oller) Epperson. He was united in marriage to Phyllis Mamie […]

Chung, Timothy
September 12, 1922 — October 14, 2019
Service: November 9, 2019
Timothy Chung, 97, passed away October 14, 2019. Timothy survived 21 torturous years in a Chinese labor camp for refusing to deny his faith in Jesus Christ. After his release in 1979, although under strict surveillance, he was distressed over a lack of bibles available to the Chinese people. Undeterred by the consequences, he smuggled […]

Marquart, Tina
March 27, 1923 — October 12, 2019
Service: October 19, 2019
Ernestine “Tina” Isaacs Marquart, 96, of Kansas City, MO, passed away peacefully on October 12, 2019. Tina was born on March 27, 1923, in Rose Bud, Arkansas, to Burnie and Maud Isaacs. Tina had five brothers and sisters, and she followed her eldest sister, Bonnie, to Kansas City in 1950. Tina had fond memories of […]

Webb, Helen Garey
July 21, 1927 — October 13, 2019
Service: October 31, 2019
Helen Garey Webb, 92, formerly of Liberty, MO, went to her heavenly home on October 13, 2019. Born on a farm in St. Clair County, MO, on July 21, 1927, she was the only child of Orvell and Mary Garey. Helen attended a one-room schoolhouse, Potts School, from first through eighth grade, and Appleton City […]

Handy, Charlotte M.
May 2, 1920 — October 13, 2019
Service: October 17, 2019
Charlotte M. Handy, 99, passed away October 13, 2019. Graveside services will be 2PM, Thursday, October 17 at Green Lawn Cemetery, 8251 Hillcrest Rd.

Howerton, Donald Leon
February 10, 1938 — October 12, 2019
Service: October 19, 2019
Donald Leon Howerton, 81, a longtime Liberty resident, passed away peacefully on October 12, 2019, with family at his side. Visitation will be held from 5-7 pm Friday, October 18, at Park Lawn Northland Chapel, I-35 at State Route 291, Liberty, MO. A service celebrating Don’s life will be held at 2:00 pm Saturday, October […]