Obituaries

James Milton Loveland

James Milton Loveland

Jun 6, 1991

James (“Jim”) Milton Loveland, December 6, 1924 to June 6, 1991, passed away at his family’s home (at age 66) after a twelve month battle with lung cancer. His family gathered for his memorial service from 1-2 pm on June 8, 1991 at Park Lawn Chapel to honor and give thanks for his life. I’d like to share a bit...

Rudolph Herman Schmidt

Rudolph Herman Schmidt

Jun 20, 0026

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Rudolph “Rudy” H. Schmidt, who departed this life peacefully on June 20, 2026, at the age of 92. Born in Kansas City, Missouri, to Rudolph F. Schmidt and Margaret (Koontz) Schmidt, Rudy was a man dedicated to his family. After serving in the Navy, Rudy worked full-time while attending...

Charles "Charlie" Allen Gouge

Charles "Charlie" Allen Gouge

Sep 12, 0023



          Charles Allen Gouge, 87, of Excelsior Springs, MO, and formerly of Kearney, MO, passed away peacefully on September 12, 2023, at Kansas City Hospice House.  Charlie was surrounded by his loving family in the days prior to his death.

          Charlie was born July 26, 1936, in Tustin, Michigan, the seventh of eight children of Rev. Robert...