Obituaries

Nov 2, 2025

Nov 1, 2025

Charlotte Marie Kallal

July 30, 1952 - November 1, 2025

It is with deep love and sorrow that we announce the passing of Charlotte Marie (Nolte) Kallal, beloved wife, mother, and grandmother. While we grieve her loss deeply, we are also filled with such gratitude for the life she lived full of warmth, kindness, and love.

Born in Normal, IL to Robert and...

Oct 30, 2025

Francis C. Schwartz Jr. (Frank), of Independence, Missouri, passed away on October 30, 2025, at the age of 87.

Frank’s love of adventure began early in life as he traveled the country with his father, visiting all 48 continental states. He later built a career as a union (Teamsters) furniture mover in Kansas City, where he was entrusted with moving well-known...

Oct 30, 2025

Father James G. Betzen C.PP.S.

Fr. Jim was born September 24, 1953 in Wichita, Kansas. He passed away peacefully on October 30,2025 in Liberty, Missouri. He grew up on the family farm until he left to attend high school at Precious Blood Seminary in Liberty, Missouri. From there he went on to attend Rockhurst College and Catholic Theological Union in Chicago....

Oct 29, 2025

Leta J. Kates was born in Weatherford, Texas, August 5, 1932, to Charles Edward McDonald and Mabel Arlene McDonald. She was preceded in death both parents, Husband Archie Kates, and son Robert Kates,. And all 10 of her siblings

She met and married the love of her life, Archie Kates. The couple decided to raise their family, a son and two...

Oct 28, 2025

Arthur Ray Kinder, 98, of the Kansas City Northland, passed peacefully on October 28, 2025, at NorthCare Hospice House with loved ones at his side.

Art was born June 29, 1927, in Iberia, Missouri, the son of Ralph and Mary (Knight) Kinder. He was the middle of five children, growing up on a large livestock and lumber farm without the luxuries...

Oct 28, 2025

Carol Lineberry January 4, 1951 – October 28, 2025

After a courageous yearlong battle with leiomyosarcoma, Carol Lineberry passed away peacefully on Tuesday, October 28, at the age of 74, surrounded by family at the Kansas City Hospice House.

Born in Chillicothe, Missouri, Carol was the daughter of Richard “Ray” and Erma “Mildred” Guilford. She spent her formative years on the family...

Oct 27, 2025

Barbara Josephine Davis, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and friend, was born on October 2, 1937, in Kansas City, Missouri to Lucille Elizabeth White and William James White. As an only child, she was deeply cherished by her parents and grandparents, John and Josephine (Murray) Russell, who played a significant role in her upbringing. She was preceded in death by her...

Oct 27, 2025

Deloris Wilson, age 92, passed away October 27, 2025.

A Celebration of Life service will be planned at a later date.

 

Oct 26, 2025

Herschel D. Floyd, 81, was born on January 14, 1944, to Melton Floyd and Sadie Basham, in McClurg Missouri. He is preceded in death by his first wife, Phyllis J. Floyd, both parents, Melton Floyd and Sadie Basham, and sisters, Linda, Thelma, Effie, Delpha, Roberta, Jewel, Edna and Helen.

He completed his education and graduated from East High School. After graduating,...

Oct 25, 2025

Freda J. Hicks (Furness), 98, died peacefully on October 25, 2025. Freda was born April 16, 1927, in Independence, Missouri to Frederick and Janie (Patrick) Furness. She married the love of her life, a fireman named Elmer Clayton Hicks in 1942 and they had four children, Ronald, Donna, Kenneth, and Connie.

Freda worked for Hallmark, sold cosmetics, and worked as a...

Oct 24, 2025

Marjorie Jeanette Prince

September 14, 1942-October 24, 2025

Marjorie Jeanette Prince was born September 14, 1942 in Parkville, Missouri to Harold Stanton and Arlene Carver. She departed her life peacefully on October 24, 2025 in Liberty, Missouri. In her professional life, she attended a business school and later worked in Management Systems at Bank of America.

She married Carl Spencer in 1964 in...

Oct 24, 2025

Curtis Ross Pyles, 70, of Liberty, MO, passed away on Friday, October 24, 2025 in Liberty, MO.

Curtis was born on June 7, 1955 in St. Joseph, MO to Robert E. Pyles and Mary L. Pyles. Bob and Mary moved their family to Excelsior Springs, MO when Curtis was in elementary school, and this is where he started his own family.

Curtis...

Oct 24, 2025

Bobbie “Bob” Lee Harris, age 69, passed away peacefully on October 24, 2025, surrounded by family. Bob was born on November 21, 1955, in Independence, MO to Dale and Evaleen Harris (Lutjen). He graduated from Hickman Mills High School in 1974. He married the love of his life, Diana (Sharpe), in 2004. Bob began working at the Ford Claycomo Plant...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...