Obituaries
Cheryl Diane Klinge-Higgins
Jan 6, 2026
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In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to Phoenix Home Care & Hospice in Cheryl's memory.
Michelle Rae Warner
Jan 5, 2026
Michelle Rae Warner, 70, of Independence, Missouri, passed away on January 5, 2026. Her loving husband and daughter were with her at the time of her passing.
Michelle was born on August 12, 1955, in Lincoln, Nebraska. She was adopted by Rex Knothe and Betty Knothe and grew up alongside her brother, Jim Knothe, in the sweet town of Ogallala, Nebraska....
Danette Dawn Oglebay
Jan 4, 2026
Danette Dawn Oglebay, affectionately known as DD, graced this world with her vibrant spirit on January 19, 1961, in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. She embarked on her eternal journey on January 4, 2026, in Blue Springs, Missouri, surrounded by the love of her family, who will forever cherish her memory.
Danette dedicated her career to the retail industry, where her warm smile resonated...
Kelli Anne Fisher
2026
Kelli Anne Fisher, born on March 28, 1962, in Independence, Missouri, passed away on January 3, 2026. Kelli was a vibrant soul who brought so much warmth and joy to everyone she knew.
A graduate of Fort Osage High School, Kelli pursued further education and earned a degree in criminal justice from Central Missouri State University, now known as the University...
Anastasia Rose Martinez
Jan 1, 2026
Anastasia Rose (Villegas) Martinez, a beloved homemaker and cherished member of her community, passed away peacefully at her home in Independence, Missouri on January 1, 2026. She was 91 years old. Born on April 27, 1934, in Kansas City, Missouri, she lived a life rich in kindness, love, and faith.
Anastasia was known for her caring demeanor and strong Catholic faith,...
Patricia Lynn Stark
Jan 1, 2026
Patricia Lynn Stark, affectionately known as Patty, was born on February 17, 1961, in North Kansas City, Missouri. She passed away peacefully on January 1, 2026, in Kansas City, Kansas, surrounded by the love of her family. She graced this world with her presence for 64 remarkable years.
Patty dedicated an impressive 35 years of her life to Hallmark Cards, where...
Marion "Marty" Danzo, Jr.
Jan 1, 2026
Marion “Marty” Danzo, Jr., 82, of Independence, passed away peacefully on January 1, 2026, surrounded by his family.
Born on July 22, 1943, in Kansas City, Marty was the son of Marion and Angeline Danzo. He was raised in the Northend of Kansas City where he attended Glennon High School and then enlisted for 3 years in the US Army.
Those who...
Jacobi Diane Matney
Dec 31, 2025
Jacobi Diane Matney, lovingly known as Cobi, passed away peacefully on December 31, 2025, in Independence, Missouri, at the age of 71. Born on June 9, 1954, in North Kansas City, Missouri, Cobi brought joy and warmth to all who knew her, embodying a spirited personality that was as feisty as it was loving.
Cobi dedicated her life to her family...
David Joseph Best
Dec 30, 2025
David Joseph Best, born on August 12, 1973, in Independence, Missouri, left this world far too soon on December 30, 2025, in Overland Park, Kansas. He will be remembered as a devoted husband, a loving father, son, brother, and uncle as well as a skilled craftsman.
David graduated from Fort Osage High School and went on to forge an independent life...
Alisha Ann Cox
Dec 29, 2025
Alisha Ann Cox passed away unexpectedly on December 29, 2025 at the age of 51. She was born on December 10, 1974 in Independence, Missouri.
Alisha dedicated much of her professional life to her role as an office manager at All Points Transportation, where she worked for over seven years. Her caring nature left a lasting impression on colleagues and clients...
Kelly Y. Carleton
Dec 29, 2025
Kelly’s Obituary in her own words
I was born in Warrensburg, MO. On June 4, 1960 to J.C. and Erma Lee Carter. I was blessed in that God gave me a beautiful "bonus mom", Karen Caruthers, four years later, who loved and raised Reva and I from the time I was four years old on. I was an ornery little barefoot...
Deacon Phillip A. Camerlynck Sr.
Dec 28, 2025
Deacon Phillip A. Camerlynck Sr. (Giddo), of Independence, Missouri, passed away peacefully on December 28, 2025. Born on April 15, 1948, to Gustave Camerlynck and Betty King, Phillip graced this world with his presence for 77 remarkable years.
His legacy lives on through his wife, Debbie Camerlynck; his children, Phillip Camerlynck Jr. (Amy), Tammy Summers (Michael), and Sherie Hendren (Rick); his...
Mamie Christine Robinson
Dec 28, 2025
Mamie Christine Robinson, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and great great-grandmother, entered her eternal rest early in the morning on December 28, 2025, at the age of 97, in Blue Springs, Missouri. She was surrounded by the love of her five daughters and one granddaughter.
Born on November 9, 1928, in McAlester, Oklahoma, daughter to Richard and Pauline Beale, Mamie...
Lana "Joan" Egleston
Dec 28, 2025
Lana “Joan” Egleston passed away peacefully on December 28, 2025, in Kansas City, Missouri at the age of 61. Born to James and Hilda (Cooper) Vance on September 14, 1964, in Wyandotte County, Kansas, she spent her life spreading joy and creativity wherever she went.
After graduating from Fort Osage High School Joan dedicated many years of her professional life as...
Iris Carolina Ulloa Colato
Dec 27, 2025
Iris Ulloa fue una madre dedicada para sus tres hijos, una hija amorosa, una hermana querida, una amiga maravillosa para todos, una trabajadora incansable y una mujer con un corazón verdaderamente grande. Vivió una vida llena de amor y compasión, siempre poniendo cuidado y bondad en todo lo que hacía.
En los últimos años de su vida, Iris vivió algunos de...
Evelyn Lou Burke
Dec 26, 2025
Evelyn Lou (Brigham) Burke, 94, passed early on December 26, 2025, at the Brookdale Claire Bridge Memory Care in Overland Park, KS, with her daughters at her side. Evelyn was born in Lansing, MI, ultimately moving with her parents and four siblings to Madison, WI, where she graduated from East High School, and subsequently earned an AA degree from Graceland...
Penny Ann Maxwell
Dec 26, 2025
Penny Ann Maxwell, 76, of Chanute KS passed away on December 26th 2025 in Joplin MO.
Visitation will be at Speaks Suburban Chapel in Independence, MO at 10:00 AM on Saturday, January 3rd, 2026. The funeral service will begin at 11:00 AM with internment at Mound Grove Cemetery immediately following.
There will be a Celebration of Life at Westview Baptist Church in...
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