John "Jack" Forest Shawver
May 18, 2025
John ‘Jack’ Forest Shawver, age 88, passed away peacefully on Sunday May 18, 2025 at his home. He was born on April 3, 1937 in Kansas City, MO to Joe ‘Forest’ and Nita (Rawlings) Shawver. After graduating from Central High School, he was drafted into the Army.
After returning home, he attended school to become an electrician. He was a proud...
Thomas Kevin Robert
May 18, 2025
Thomas Kevin Robert, of Kansas City, MO, beloved husband, brother, and uncle, and a dear friend to many, passed away at St. Luke’s Hospital from a heart attack. Born in Haverhill, MA to Jean (née Phillips) and Normand Robert, he graduated from Haverhill High School and Northern Essex Community College, and also studied abroad at the Polytechnic of West London...
Donna Conley
May 17, 2025
Donna Rae Conley, 90, of Kansas City, Missouri went to be with the Lord on May 17, 2025, surrounded by her loved ones.
Donna devoted her life to caring for her family. She loved to cook, sew, go camping and reading the bible. She had a great love for all animals, but her deepest love was for Dan, her childhood horse.
Donna...
Harriet Louise DeGerald
May 17, 2025
Harriet "Louise" DeGerald, age 90, of Kansas City, Missouri, passed from this world on May 17, 2025. She was born to parents Brownie P. and Roxie M. (Greene) Huber of Grandview, MO, on November 20, 1934. She was the youngest of four, including her brother Porter and sisters Mary and Betty.
Louise was a 1951 graduate of Ruskin High School. She...
Carla Lynn Oberfoell
May 14, 2025
Carla Lynn Oberfoell (Sedgwick), 60, of Liberty, MO, beloved mother to three beautiful daughters, passed away of salivary gland cancer at North Care Hospice House on May 14th, 2025, surrounded by loving family and friends.
She was born on December 16th, 1964, in Independence, MO to Jim and Lola Sedgwick. Carla attended Liberty High School, class of 1983, before entering the...
Richard A. Vance
May 13, 2025
We bid farewell to my father, Richard A. Vance, who departed from this world on May 13th at the age of 83. A pillar of strength and a beacon of Love, his absence leaves a void in our hearts. To commemorate his remarkable life and the memories we cherish, a service will be held at Park Lawn Funeral Home May...
Kurtis Steven Beyer, Sr.
May 12, 2025
Kurtis Steven Beyer, Sr., 66, of Lee’s Summit, MO passed away peacefully on Monday, May 12, 2025, at home. He was born on November 29, 1958, in Kansas City, MO. Kurtis was preceded in death by his wife, Cindy Beyer, his son, Steven Beyer, Jr., his father, John Hern Beyer and his mother, Ila Jean Beyer.
He is survived by his...
Jeffrey Ernest Rider
May 12, 2025
In loving memory of Jeffrey Rider.
Jeffrey Ernest Rider (71) passed away in the quiet of his home, surrounded by his family, after a year-long battle with cancer on May 12, 2025..
Jeff was born in Kansas City, KS to Ernest Vincent (“EV” or “Ernie”) Rider & Lois Rider who preceded him in death. Jeff is survived by his wife, Dianne Rider,...
Mary McFarland
May 12, 2025
Mary Ann McFarland passed away peacefully at home on May 12, 2025 at the age of 75. Born in Salt Lake City, she joined the Army and met her husband while stationed in Germany before settling in Kansas City.
Known for her generosity and willingness to help, Mary will be dearly missed.
She is survived by her husband, Michael, of 54 years,...
Jessie Belle Oswald
May 9, 2025
Mrs. Jessie Belle Oswald, 86, died peacefully May 9. 2025 at Northland Rehabilitation & Healthcare. Jessie was born in Kansas City, MO June 17, 1938, to Harley and Lena Teale Livingston.
She was a 1956 graduate of Northeast High School. Wile attending High School she worked as a secretary for Zale’s Jewelry Store. After graduation she married William Ralph Oswald, Jr....
Ronald "Ronnie" Strutton
May 8, 2025
Ronald “Ronnie” Lee Strutton, 75 , Kansas City died May 8, 2025 at Liberty Hospital.
Ronnie was born October 18, 1949 in Kansas City Missouri. The son of Faril and Pansy Lucille Neil Strutton. As a young man Ronnie work laying asphalt in the metro area. In 1982 he and his wife Carol opened the Brass and Glass Shoppe in Kansas...
Noreen J. James
May 8, 2025
Noreen J. James
August 30, 1936 – May 8, 2025
Lee’s Summit, Missouri – Noreen Joan James passed away peacefully in her sleep on May 8, 2025 at University Health Long-Term Care in Lee’s Summit, Missouri. She is survived by her son Thomas James (Kathy) of Gladstone, Missouri; daughter Diana James of Lee’s Summit, Missouri; grandchildren Laura James of Kissimmee, Florida; Phaedra...
Donald Dennis Perry Sr.
May 6, 2025
Donald Dennis Perry, 85, of Independence, Missouri, passed away peacefully on May 6, 2025. He was born on July 20, 1939, in Kansas City, Missouri.
Donald served his country with honor in the United States Army and continued his dedication to public service through a 20-year career with the U.S. Postal Service. He was known for his steady presence, strong work...
Pastor Lindy Reed
May 6, 2025
Dr. Lindell Gordon Reed, affectionately known as "Lindy", was called home to be with the Lord on May 6, 2025, leaving behind a legacy of unwavering faith, compassionate leadership, and profound love for his family and community.
Born on November 13, 1960, Lindy dedicated his life to serving others through his ministry. As the esteemed pastor of Grace Baptist Church in...
Monte Lynn Moore
May 5, 2025
Monte Lynn Moore, known to many as ONSTER, was a man of diverse passions and relationships, embracing the roles of devoted father, grandfather, brother, uncle, great uncle, and friend. As a steadfast supporter of the Chiefs and Royals, Monte exemplified a selfless nature, always ready to provide assistance
without expectation of reward. His affinity for the outdoors was showcased through his...
Ella Mae Barr-Jones
May 4, 2025
Ella Mae Barr-Jones, age 94, passed into the arms of her Savior on May 4, 2025. Ella was born on January 20, 1931, in Dixon, Missouri to Joseph Lige and Mary Elizabeth Helms. Ella married Lourence S. Barr, a handsome Navy Sailor, on July 20, 1946. They moved to Kansas City where they started their life together. Ella’s sparkling personality...
Raymond Leon Sanders
May 4, 2025
Raymond "ray" Leon Sanders, born on May 18, 1941, in Aurora, Missouri to Albert and Wilma Sanders, passed away on May 4, 2025, in Liberty, Missouri. He grew up in Gladstone, Missouri. Ray grew up in Marionville, Missouri. At the young age of 17, Ray joined the Army, dedicating twenty years of service to his country and retiring with the...
Marilyn J Burasco
May 4, 2025
Marilyn Joyce (Weld) Burasco, 86, of Lee’s Summit, MO, passed away peacefully on May 4, 2025, at home surrounded by her loving family.
Marilyn was born on November 25, 1938, in Kansas City, MO. She met her husband, Bob, in high school, and they were married for 68 years. As a devoted stay-at-home mom, Marilyn had the opportunity to be actively...
William Lee Bishop II
May 3, 2025
William (Bill) L Bishop II, age 57, died peacefully at home surrounded by family on May 3rd, 2025. Bill was born on January 5th 1968 in Sedalia, Missouri to William Bishop Sr and Beth (Hall) Bishop. He graduated from Lee’s Summit High School in 1986. Bill married Yvonne Winslow in 2003.
The couple lived in Blue Springs until 2013, moving to...
Carrie Lynn (Stark) Nicholson
May 3, 2025
Carrie Lynn (Stark) Nicholson, 52, of Appleton City, MO, passed away peacefully on May 3, 2025. Carrie was born on Sept 14, 1972 in Kansas City, MO to Charles Michael ‘Mike’ Stark and Pamela Ann Stark. She welcomed her treasured daughter Baleigh Kay Ann Noble with Ronald Noble in May 2000. In April 2006 she fell in love with Arthur...
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