Michael E. Smith
Oct 23, 2025
Michael E. Smith, 75, of Harrisonville, Missouri passed away peacefully on October 23, 2025, at Carnegie Village Rehab in Belton, Missouri.
Michael was Born October 19, 1950, in Kansas City, Missouri to Ralph and Barbara (Basham) Smith.
He was an avid sports fan who loved watching the Kansas City Royals and Chiefs, as well as KU Basketball.
Michael was preceded in death by...
Laura Marie Auriemma
Oct 22, 2025
Laura Marie Auriemma, 76, passed away peacefully on her half birthday October 22, 2025 surround by her loving family.
Laura was born April 22, 1949 in Chicago Illinois to Richard and Helen (Coffman) Miller. She was raised in Chicago where she met Daniel Auriemma. Laura and Dan where married June 6, 1970. They later moved their family to Liberty, MO..
Laura enjoyed...
Raymond Lloyd McElwee
Oct 22, 2025
Raymond was born the middle child of Ronald and Linda (Russell) McElwee on August 9th, 1969, at Ray County Memorial Hospital in Richmond, Missouri. He lived North of Knoxville on his maternal grandparents farm (Raymond and Ethel {Butler} Russell), until 1977 when his family moved to the farm south of Cowgill. As a child he enjoyed playing outside with his...
Jerry C. Grimes
Oct 21, 2025
Jerry C Grimes, 81, of Independence, Mo, passed away October 21,2025 at Centerpoint Medical Center in Independence.
Jerry was born December 14,1943 in Bates County, Mo to William Ivan “Peanut” Grimes and Ruth Maxine Cox Grimes.
Jerry grew up on a farm in Henry County, Mo and graduated from Urich High School. He left for the Army National Guard immediately after graduating.
He...
Sandra Klemp
Oct 21, 2025
Sandra Kay Klemp, 83, of Kansas City, Missouri, passed away on October 21, 2025.
Sandra, or Sandy as she was known, was born to Melvin and Antha Baucom on December 18, 1941 in Jackson County, Missouri and spent most of her life living in the Kansas City area.
Sandy dedicated many years to Southwestern Bell, where she held several key roles including...
Grant Rice
Oct 21, 2025
Grant Rice was born on July 26, 1978, in Kansas City, Missouri. From a young age, Grant was drawn to rhythm, words, and the power of expression. What began as curiosity and creativity soon grew into a lifelong passion that would define his journey and inspire everyone who heard his music.
Grant was also an incredible baseball player and pitcher, known...
Dale Allen Porter
Oct 20, 2025
In Loving Memory of Dale Allen Porter
April 4, 1960 - October 20, 2025
Our father, Dale Allen Porter, passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family on October 20, 2025 in Kansas City, MO at the age of 65 after a valiant 2 year battle with cancer.
Born on April 4, 1960 in Kansas City, MO to Donald Dean Porter and Helen...
Jimmie F. Jennings
Oct 20, 2025
Celebrating the Life of Jimmie Jennings
February 25, 1954 – October 20, 2025
Jimmie Jennings, 71, was a loving, peaceful soul whose warmth could light up any room she entered. Born in Fordyce, Arkansas, to Geneva Harrison and Homer Cook, Jimmie later made Kansas City her lifelong home — a city she filled with love, laughter, and light.
A proud 1972 graduate of...
Carol M. Johnston
Oct 19, 2025
Ms. Carol Mary Johnston (Brychell), 67, died peacefully on October 19, 2025. Carol was born December 16, 1957 in Kaukauna, Wisconsin to Stephen and Eileen Brychell (Weber). After marriage, Carol moved to Kansas City, Missouri where she owned and operated her own daycare and worked as a special needs teacher's assistant at the local elementary school. Carol was a loving...
Donald J Moget'
Oct 19, 2025
It is with great sadness and rejoicing that we announce the passing of Donald John Moget,' who left us on a beautiful Sunday morning to meet his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ, October 19, 2025, at the age of 90.
Donald was born on August 24, 1935, in Clinton, Iowa. A first generation born in the United States as his father...
Stephen Wayne Macpherson
Oct 18, 2025
It is with deep love and sadness that we announce the passing of Stephen Wayne Macpherson, who left us on October 18, 2025, in Liberty, Missouri.
Stephen was born June 25, 1963, in Gimli, Manitoba, Canada to Douglas and Geraldine (Fenton) Macpherson.
Steve was known for his warm heart, friendly nature, and genuine care for others. Though a private person, he loved...
Donald Prock
Oct 18, 2025
Donald Prock, age 77, passed away October 18, 2025.
Private family services.
Claudia Lewis
Oct 17, 2025
Claudia Lewis departed from us on October 17, 2025, at the age of 71.
Claudia was born on August 10, 1954, in Kansas City, MO to the union of Inez Lewis and Carson Lewis. She was preceded in death by both parents, six brothers, Claude Lewis (twin), Odell Lewis, Earnest Lewis, Charles Lewis, Fenton Lewis and Dan Lewis, four sisters, Delores...
Willie D. Shelly
Oct 17, 2025
Willie Dean Shelly was born on December 31, 1939, in Colt, Arkansas, to Rev. Andrew and Mary Lou Cothran. She was one of eight children. Both parents preceded her death.
Willie was born into a Christian family in which her parents instilled in their children the importance of being a Christian. She accepted Christ at a young age in Colt, Arkansas....
Zachary "Zac" James Player
Oct 17, 2025
Zachary (Zac) James Player, 34, of Liberty, Missouri, passed away unexpectedly on Friday, October 17, 2025.
Born on July 18, 1991, Zac was the beloved son of Tamera Sherise Robertson and Matthew Eric Player. He graduated from Liberty High School in 2010 and was known for his quick wit, big heart, and deep love for sports. Whether cheering on his favorite...
Carolyn Morris
Oct 17, 2025
Carolyn Veryle Morris (McReynolds), 72 of Lee’s Summit, MO passed away October 17, 2025. Carolyn was born September 20, 1953, to Curtis and Geraldine McReynolds.
She attended Northeast High School in Kansas City, MO and after graduating, she began working at the Social Security Administration, where she retired after 33 years of federal service.
One thing people always noticed about her was...
Timothy Harris
Oct 16, 2025
Timothy Michael Harris, known to just about everyone as Timmy “Trim” Harris or Fimothy Fichael, left us far too soon on Thursday, October 16th, 2025, at the age of 35 — doing what he loved most. Of course he did. That was Timothy: all in, heart first, no brakes.
"Timothy fought like hell for the life he dreamed of — one...
Bonnie Cessna
Oct 15, 2025
Bonnie passed away at home surrounded by loved ones after a brief battle with cancer. She was born in West Line, Missouri, to Albert and Lovel (Brown) Sampson. Her early childhood was spent on the family farm in Cass County before her father’s job at the Ford plant moved from south Kansas City to Claycomo. She started school in Cleveland,...
Frances L. Moore
Oct 13, 2025
Frances Moore of Raymore, MO, passed away Monday, October 13, 2025 at Belton Regional. Services will be 11:30 – 12:30, with visitation 11:00 – 11:30, Thursday October 16, 2025 at Rock Brook Church in Belton, MO, burial in Green Lawn Cemetery.
Frances was born May 4, 1932 in Decaturville, Camden County and lived in the area until 1952 before moving to...
Martha Jane Gregory
Oct 11, 2025
Martha Jane Gregory, born on March 31, 1938, in Nevada City, California to Leonard and Blanche Bateman; she passed away peacefully on October 11, 2025, in Kansas City, Missouri. She was a beloved wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother.
Growing up, Jane moved around often with her siblings, Fern and Jerry, and graduated high school in Stanley, Kansas. She enjoyed a fulfilling...
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