Edward Lee Michaelis
May 24, 2024
Edward Lee Michaelis, age 86, of Pleasant Valley passed away peacefully at home on Friday, May 24, 2024. Edward was born on June 24, 1937, in McFarland, Kansas, son of Joseph B. and Mary Eunice Hastings Michaelis. He attended elementary school in McFarland and graduated from Paxico High School where he enjoyed playing basketball and baseball. He then went on to serve his country for four years in the...
Ella M Maples
May 23, 2024
1946 - 2024Ella M. Maples, age 78, passed away on May 23, 2024.Visitation will be held Friday, June 21, 2024, between the hours of 5pm - 7pm, at Park Lawn Funeral Home. A Remembrance Service will be held at 11:00am, Saturday, June 22, at Pleasant Green MBC, 2910 East 30th Street, Kansas City, Missouri, 64128. Family will receive friends at...
Lisa Marie "Hanner" Briggs
May 21, 2024
Lisa Marie "Hanner" Briggs, 59, of Kansas City Northland, passed away May 21st, 2024 at home. She was born May 5th, 1965, in Belton, Missouri.
She was preceded in death by her husband Joseph Ray Briggs and her father Richard Allen Hanner.
Survivors include her three sons and grandson, mother, sisters and brothers and their families.
A graveside for both Joe and Lisa...
Vasantha A. Maddela
May 21, 2024
Vasantha A. Maddela, 75, passed away May 21, 2024. A faithful servant and disciple of Jesus, Vasantha was born on September 29, 1948, to Joseph and Ruth Bandi in Hyderabad, India. She was one of six children. She was raised in a strict yet loving Christian household. Bible reading, singing Telugu hymns and prayer were an everyday discipline modeled by...
Gwendolyn "Gwen" Midkiff
May 21, 2024
Gwendolyn "Gwen" Midkiff (Seals), age 74, died peacefully on May 21, 2024. Gwen was born on July 26, 1949, to Frank and Dora Frances (Chan) Seals. She moved to Missouri and graduated from UMKC in 1971 with a Bachelor of Science in Dental Hygiene. Gwen began working as a dental hygienist at the age of 21. She married Ron Midkiff...
Nancy Long
May 19, 2024
Nancy Ann (Endicott) Long, 77, of Colorado Springs, Colorado, passed away to her heavenly home on May 19, 2024, with her family by her side.
Nancy was preceded in death by her parents and by her brother George, who died only seven days earlier. She was born on June 22, 1946, to Cecil "Buster" and Josie "Jo" Endicott on their...
Jenita Rena Holbrook
May 18, 2024
We remember, Jenita Rena Smoot Bradley Holbrook, whose Spirit departed from uson May 18th, 2024 at the age of 43. Jenita, a beacon of unwavering friendship,undeniable inspiration, and kindness has left an indelible mark on the hearts of all whowere fortunate enough to know her. Though Nita's time with us was brief, the depth oflove and happiness she shared with...
Walter L George
May 16, 2024
It is with profound sadness that I share the passing of Rev. Walter L. George, of Lee's Summit, MO, who departed Peacefully on May 16th, 2024, at the age of 93.Walter was born on Jan 18th,1931 in Kansas City, MO, to Vernon & Abbye Dale George. He spent his childhood & adolescent years in KC during the Great Depression &...
Gladys "Faye" Dawson
May 16, 2024
Gladys “Faye” Dawson of Raymore, MO was born April 13, 1947 in Osceola, AR the daughter of Cecil Cade Bounds and Lula Mae Downs. She departed this life on May 16, 2024 surrounded by Love and family at the age of 77.On March 28, 1963, Faye was united in marriage to William W. Dawson “Bill” in Carson City, Nevada. Faye...
Delma Kay Melton
May 14, 2024
Delma Kay Melton, 85, passed away May 14, 2024 at St. Joseph Medical Center. Funeral services will be 10:00am Thursday, May 23, 2024 at Park Lawn Funeral Home (8231 Hillcrest Rd., Kansas City, Missouri 64138) Visitation will be from 9:00 -10:00am Thursday prior to the service. Graveside services will be at 2:00pm Thursday at Memory Garden Cemetery, Lamar, Missouri.Kay...
Wanda Mae Carey
May 14, 2024
Wanda M. (Huntsman) Carey, 89, a lifelong resident of Liberty, Missouri, passed away peacefully on May 14, 2024 at her home. Visitation will begin at 1:00 PM, followed by funeral services at 2:00 PM, on Monday, May 20, 2024 at Park Lawn Northland Chapel, 1640 N. 291 Hwy, Liberty, MO 64068. Burial will follow at Glenridge Cemetery in Liberty. In...
George N. Endicott
May 12, 2024
George Endicott, beloved husband, father, and grandfather, passed away on May 12th, 2024, at Saint Luke’s East hospital. He was born on October 8th, 1943, in KCMO to Cecil and Jo Endicott. Growing up on a farm in Liberty, George learned the value of hard work and dedication. He attended William Jewell College for a few years; however he withdrew...
Brian Patrick Riley
May 12, 2024
Brian Patrick Riley, 35, of Liberty, Missouri, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, May 12, 2024 at Liberty Hospital, surrounded by his family. A funeral service is scheduled for 10:00 AM on Saturday, May 18, 2024 at Park Lawn Northland Chapel, 1640 N. State Route 291, Liberty, MO 64068. A visitation will be from 9:00 – 10:00 AM prior to the...
James Patrick Johnson
May 11, 2024
James P. Johnson passed away on May 11th at the age of 86. James was a man of faith and proudly served his country as a Lance Corporal for the United States Marines.He is survived by his daughter, Arline Walker, Doris J. Johnson, his sisters Thelma Minor and Mary Elizabeth Byrd and many nieces and nephews.James was preceded in death...
Melvin E. Byrd
May 10, 2024
Melvin E. Byrd, age 91, passed away May 10, 2024.Visitation will be 6-8pm Monday, May 20th. Funeral services will be 10am, Tuesday, May 21, 2024. Committal services will follow at Memorial Park Cemetery. Dress code is casual. In lieu of flowers, memorial tributes may be directed to Crossroads Hospice.Melvin was preceded in death by his parents; five siblings; grandchildren: William...
Keith A. Zajic, Sr.
May 8, 2024
Keith Arnold Zajic, Sr., 75, passed away May 8, 2024. Keith was born April 30, 1949 to Rudolph (Nick) & Rose Zajic in Kansas City, Mo & married Fredena (Freddie) Selle on December 30, 1965. They were blessed with 2 children, Keith Jr & Wendi. While Keith & Freddie raised their children Keith had many jobs & often worked at...
Leonard Earl Adair
May 7, 2024
LEONARD EARL ADAIR
Leonard Earl Adair, 76, went to be with Jesus on May 7, 2024.
He was born in Boonville, Missouri to John H. and Edris M. (Sartain) Adair on January 9, 1948.
He gave his heart to Christ and was baptized at a young age. He met his wife-to-be, Linda, at church in 1971, and they married in 1972. He...
Cheri J. Ereth
May 5, 2024
CHERI J. ERETH
Cheri June (Plaskett) Ereth, 77, of the Kansas City Northland, passed away May 5, 2024, at St. Luke’s Northland Hospital with family at her side.
Cheri was born March 1, 1947, in Kansas City, MO, the younger of two children of William and Marguerite (Tarbet) Plaskett. She graduated...
Tracy D. Mitchell
May 4, 2024
Tracy D. Mitchell (Mitch) passed away on May 4th 2024 surrounded by many family members. He was a follower of Jesus and he loved life. He spent much of his life as an avid metal worker as he was a welder fabricator by trade.He is survived by his mother, Eugenia Kujawa, his wife Triny, his stepchildren & grandchildren Cody (Callie)...
Newton Lee Vanderford
May 4, 2024
Newton L. Vanderford
Newton Lee Vanderford, 79, of Holt, MO, passed unexpectedly on May 4, 2024, at home where he lived with his son and granddaughter.
Newt was born March 27, 1945, in Rosebud, TX, the son of Marshall and Margaret (Hudson) Vanderford. Following high school graduation, he served in the US...
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