Floyd Vernon Corbin
Jul 28, 2026
Floyd Vernon Corbin, 86 of Blue Springs, MO passed away Tuesday, July 28, 2026 at Centerpoint Medical Center. Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m., Tuesday, August 4, 2026 at the Speaks Suburban Chapel with burial to follow in Woodlawn Cemetery. The family will greet friends from 1:00 p.m., until service time Tuesday at the chapel. Floyd was born...
Cynthia "Cindy" Williams
Jul 27, 2026
Cynthia "Cindy" Williams, of Independence, Missouri, passed away on July 27, 2026. She graced this world with her presence for 70 remarkable years.
Cindy was born on March 30, 1956. She graduated from William Chrisman High School with the Class of 1974. While still in high school, Cindy met the love of her life, Michael, at a party. They hit it...
Berton Wayne "Bert" Adkins
Jul 26, 2026
With profound sadness and immense love, we announce the passing of Berton Wayne "Bert" Adkins, who passed away on July 26, 2026, in Independence, Missouri, at the age of 58. Born on September 2, 1967, in Springfield, Missouri, Bert lived a life defined by kindness, generosity, laughter, and unwavering devotion to the people he loved.
Bert attended Camdenton R-3 Schools before...
Anna Marie "Ann" Coe
Jul 25, 2026
Anna Marie Coe, 80, passed away July 25th, 2026.
Ann was born on September 10th, 1945, in Independence, Missouri. The daughter of Ervin and Anna Hennrich.
She Graduated from St. Mary's High School in the class of 1963.
She married Larry Coe on February 8th, 1964, and to this union were born 3 children.
Ann is survived by 3 children, 7 grandchildren, 13 great-grandchildren,...
Wade Carson Spitler
Jul 25, 2026
Wade Carson Spitler, 84, of Independence, Missouri, passed away peacefully on Saturday, July 25, 2026.
Born in New Market, Virginia, to Edward and Flora Spitler, Wade was one of eleven children. He proudly served his country in the United States Air Force. Following his retirement from military service, he continued his career in food service at Lee's Summit Hospital, where he...
Charles Edward Naught
Jul 24, 2026
Charles Edward Naught, known to some as “Charlie,” 82, of Lee's Summit, Missouri, passed away peacefully on July 24, 2026. Born on July 2, 1944, in Wakenda, Missouri, Charles lived a life defined by kindness, generosity, and an unwavering love for others. Charles enrolled in ROTC in high school and enlisted in the Army as soon as he graduated. He...
Augustine "Augie" Guerrero, Sr.
Jul 24, 2026
Augustine "Augie" Guerrero, Sr.
Augustine "Augie" Guerrero, Sr., 85, of Blue Springs, Missouri, passed away peacefully on Friday, July 24, 2026, surrounded by the love of his family.
Augie was born on November 2, 1940, in Rosenberg, Texas, to Rosendo and Francisca Guerrero. One of eight children, he was raised with the values of faith, hard work, and family that would guide...
Judy Eichorst
Jul 23, 2026
Judy Eichorst, 83 of Independence, MO passed away July 23, 2026, with her husband and best friend Dana by her side. She was born in Chicago, Illinois, on June 24, 1943, to Edward A. Krusbe and Lucille Szerlong Krusbe, who both preceded her in death. Judy was a homemaker and enjoyed cooking and baking special recipes for friends and family....
John David Kilgore
Jul 22, 2026
John David Kilgore, 77, of Independence, Missouri, passed away on July 22, 2026. He was born on January 3, 1949, in Kansas City, Missouri.
John lived his whole life in the Kansas City area. He graduated from Northeast High School in 1967 and earned his associate’s in accounting at Penn Valley Community College.
John grew up attending Friendly Assembly of God and...
Beverly Jean Weishar
Jul 22, 2026
Beverly Norman (Reeder) Weishar
Beverly Weishar, 94, of Lee’s Summit MO, passed away peacefully on July 22. Beverly was the beloved wife of Jim Weishar, and a proud stepmother to seven children. Born October 13, 1931, her life’s highlights were her parents, George and Helen Reeder, proprietors of Reeder Pharmacy in Kansas City, Kansas, and her 28-year marriage to Jim, who...
Louis David Vaughan
Jul 20, 2026
Louis David Vaughan (David) passed away on July 20, 2026, at the age of 65, following a battle with stage 4 colon cancer.
David was born on November 4, 1960, in Ohio, the son of Luva and Dorothy Vaughan. He grew up in Independence, Missouri and was a graduate of Van Horn High School.
David had a bigger-than-life personality. He loved living...
Charles Edward Lee Guffey
Jul 20, 2026
Charles Edward Lee Guffey, of Odessa, Missouri, age 82, beloved husband, father and grandfather, passed away peacefully on July 20, 2026. Charles was born on August 28, 1943, in Lawrenceburg, Tennessee to Elbert and Addie (Staggs) Guffey.
Charles worked hard at raising cattle, caring for his chickens and tending to his farm duties most of his life. He was a jack...
Everett Eugene "Gene" Gates
Jul 19, 2026
Everett Eugene "Gene" Gates, a cherished father, devoted husband, and proud veteran, passed away on Sunday, July 19, 2026, in Kansas City, Missouri, just days before his 93rd birthday. Born July 27, 1933, in Independence, Missouri, Gene's life was one marked by dedication to his family, his work, and his passions.
A lifelong resident of Missouri, Gene attended William Chrisman High...
Celina "Belle" Spencer
Jul 18, 2026
Celina Belle Spencer, 67, of Independence, Missouri, passed away on July 18, 2026.Celina was born on December 21, 1958, in Lafayette, Missouri, to Stanley and Elizabeth Oles. She graduated from Van Horn High School with the Class of 1976.She shared many wonderful years with her significant other, Stephen Farmer, and treasured the life they built together.Celina worked as a Customer...
Donald Eugene “Donnie” Duerr
Jul 18, 2026
Donald Eugene "Donnie" Duerr
Donald Eugene "Donnie" Duerr, 70, of Independence, Missouri, passed away peacefully on Saturday, July 18, 2026.
Donnie was born on May 12, 1956, in Independence, Missouri, to Walter Duerr and Arlene Kinnaman. He graduated from William Chrisman High School, later earning a technical trade certification that led to a long and respected career as a copier technician. Following...
Marjorie F. Childs
Jul 16, 2026
Marjorie F. Childs, 91, of Lee's Summit, Missouri, passed away on July 16, 2026. She was born on July 1, 1935, in Corder, Missouri.
Marjorie lived a life full of adventure, laughter, and friendship. She cherished traveling with her dear friends, especially to New Orleans, where she loved celebrating Mardi Gras and embracing the city's unique culture. Together, they also explored...
Frenda Kay Adams
Jul 15, 2026
Frenda Kay Adams, age 72, was born on April 26, 1954, in Neon, Kentucky, and passed away on July 15, 2026, in Independence, Missouri.
Frenda loved to laugh, joke, and make those around her smile. She had a feisty spirit when the moment called for it, or when it didn't, she was known for her generous heart and caring nature. Helping...
Sandra Dorene Rush
Jul 14, 2026
Sandra Dorene Rush, 74 of Independence, MO passed away Tuesday, July 14, 2026, at Villages of Jackson Creek. Funeral services will be held at 10:00 a.m., Tuesday, July 21, 2026, at the Carson-Speaks Chapel with burial to follow in Maple Hill Cemetery in Kansas City, KS. The family will greet friends from 9:00 a.m. until service time Tuesday at the...
