Jesi K. Bediako
May 23, 2025
Celebration of Life for Jesi Kwajo Emmanuel Bediako
He was born in Merriam, Kansas, on June 12, 2000. He accepted Jesus as his Lord and Savior at an early age. He embraced life with an unquenchable passion until the time came for him to surrender it.
On May 18th, 2025, he put a video game on pause and went to ride his...
Phyllis J. Johnson
Jun 11, 2025
Phyllis Jean (Reinhardt) Johnson, 84, of Olathe, KS, passed peacefully on June 11, 2025, surrounded by her family at Olathe Health Hospice House.
Phyllis was born June 8, 1941, in Saint Louis, MO, one of three children of Henry and Ruth (Jones) Reinhardt. She graduated from Jefferson City High School in 1959 and later attended Central Missouri State University in Warrensburg....
Shirley JoAnn Banks
Jun 5, 2025
Shirley Joann Banks (Conway), age 87 died peacefully on June 5th, 2025. Shirley was born on July 3, 1937.
Shirley moved to Missouri early in life and graduated from UMKC with a Bachelor of Science in Education and began a teaching career. Shirley married Norman Kenneth Banks, who she called “Ted,” August 20th, 1964 and from this union a daughter, Christy...
Thomas "Tom" A Viles
Jun 5, 2025
Thomas "Tom" A Viles, age 77, passed away Thursday, June 5, 2025, in Holden, Missouri.
Tom was born February 1, 1948 in Kansas City, Missouri, to Gerald A Viles and Georgia Ann Perkins Viles. He was a U.S. Army veteran of Vietnam. Tom worked for 25 years for Sears, Roebuck & Co, Toys R Us, and retired from Polytainers Inc. In...
Linda Lieurance
Jun 3, 2025
Linda Howard Lieurance
August 6, 1931 – June 3, 2025
Linda Howard Lieurance, 93, of Kansas City, MO passed away on June 3, 2025. Born in Coffeyville, KS on August 6, 1931 to Joe and Mildred (Forth) Howard. Linda grew up with a deep love of music, education, and faith. She lost her father during WWII in Iwo Jima and was raised...
Paul Michael Zamzow
Jun 2, 2025
Paul Michael Zamzow, 76, of Kansas City, MO, passed away on June 2nd, 2025, of Lewy Body Dementia, caused by his exposure to Agent Orange during his military tour in Vietnam.
Born on August 16, 1948, in Bremerton, Washington, Paul led a life marked by service and dedication. He earned two Bachelor of Science degrees—one in Biology and another in Law...
Martha Bartlett
Jun 2, 2025
Martha Jane Bartlett, 81, of Kansas City, Missouri passed away peacefully in her home on June 2, 2025. She was born on June 12, 1943 to Louis Wamsher Sr. and Mary (Ogle) Wamsher.
Martha graduated from Paseo High School in 1961. She spent her career working for Montgomery Ward and GE Capital in customer service and human resources, where she made...
Helen J. Liston McCreary
May 31, 2025
Helen Liston McCreary, 92, passed away surrounded by family on May 31, 2025, at Brookdale Overland Park, in Overland Park, Kansas.
Born on November 2, 1932, in Joplin, Missouri, Helen was the daughter of Kenneth Harold Latta and Erma Nadine Mabry Latta. She was preceded in death by her parents, stepfather Clyde Pieffer, husband Dan R. Liston, son Del Liston, brother...
Shirley Mae Robbins
May 31, 2025
Shirley Mae Robbins, age 73, passed away May 31, 2025. Service arrangements are pending.
Stephanie Lynn Kjenaas
May 30, 2025
Stephanie Lynn Kjenaas, 35, of Lees Summit, MO passed away on May 30, 2025 due to complications of Congenital Heart Disease. She is now dancing in eternity with our Lord Jesus Christ.
Stephanie was born in Sacramento, CA on April 10, 1990, she always considered herself a “California Girl”.
Stephanie is survived by her parents, David and Mary Kjenaas, her siblings and...
Sandra Tustison
May 29, 2025
Sandra Tustison, age 72, passed away May 29, 2025. Service arrangements are currently pending.
Donald Lee Davis
May 28, 2025
Donald Lee Davis: Born September 20, 1940, to William Sherman Davis and Janet Imogene Cosgrove Davis. He died May 28, 2025, surrounded by his sister, Linda and brother-in-law Kent as well as his friend Betty Beard. He was preceded in death by his sister Nancy D. McClelland.
He is survived by his sons Donald Lee Davis Jr. (Gina) son Tristan Davis,...
Lois L. "Bunny" Coker
May 28, 2025
Lois (Bunny) L. Falke-Coker was born on April 5, 1942, in Warsaw, Missouri, to Herman Henry Falke and Marie Arrasmith She passed away peacefully on May 28th 2025, at Overland Park Regional Medical Center, surrounded by family.
Bunny lived a life full of love, kindness, and generosity. She was known for her warm heart, unwavering strength, and the joy she brought...
Gail Anne Elliott
May 28, 2025
Gail Anne Elliott, a devoted mother, adoring grandmother, and beloved friend, was welcomed into the arms of the Lord on May 28th, 2025, in Liberty, Missouri, at the age of 71. She was born on August 25th, 1953, in Kansas City, Missouri, to Harry and Wilma Mosby. Gail was the youngest of three siblings and filled her childhood with joy,...
Brandy Jo O'Brien
May 26, 2025
Brandy Jo O’Brien, 48, of Riverside, Missouri passed away on May 26, 2025. Born on September 23, 1976, in North Kansas City, Missouri, Brandy brought warmth and energy to all who knew her.
A proud graduate of Park Hill High School in the Class of 1994, Brandy went to attend Arizona State University. Her love for learning and vibrant spirit carried...
Mary Ellen Hall
May 25, 2025
Mary Ellen Hall, 101, of Kansas City, MO, passed away Sunday, May 25, 2025, of cancer. She was a resident at Kingswood Senior Living Community. A family graveside service will be held at a later date.
Mary Ellen (Tebow) Hall was born May 17, 1924, and grew up in Maryville, MO. She received a BS degree in Music Education from Northwest...
Leonard D. Medley
May 24, 2025
Leonard D. Medley, 87, went home to be with his Savior, Jesus Christ, on May 24, 2025, surrounded by loved ones. He was born January 14, 1938, in Wakenda, MO, to James Leonard and Dora Mae (Martin) Medley, who proceeded him in death. Leonard was one of their 11 beloved children.
He is survived by 3 of his dear sisters, Virginia...
Carolyn Sciolaro
May 24, 2025
Carolyn “Jean” Bellante Sciolaro, 88, of Independence, Missouri passed away May 24, 2025.
A celebration of Jean’s life will be at 12 PM on Wednesday, June 4, 2025, at Park Lawn Funeral Home; 8251 Hillcrest Rd. Kansas City, MO 64138. Burial will follow at Memorial Park Cemetery. Visitation will be from 11- 12 PM, June 4, 2025.
Jean was born September 24,...
Alice Ann Will
May 24, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Alice Will, a cherished wife, devoted mother, loving grandmother, and dear friend, who left us peacefully surrounded by family on May 24th at the age of 82.
Alice lived a life rooted in love, kindness, and the beauty of nature. She was a women of strength, with a gentle spirit,...
Barbara J. Moody
May 24, 2025
Barbara Jean Moody (Gautreaux) age 94 left her physical body Saturday May 24, 2025 surrounded by her loving family at Kansas City Hospice House. Barbara was born February 25, 1931 in Dodge City, KS to Laura Hunter. Shortly after her birth she was adopted by her uncle Lee & his wife also named Laura. Though he was her uncle she...
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