Obituaries
Donna Lou Borchert
Apr 16, 2026
Donna Lou Borchert, 85, passed away peacefully on April 16, 2026. She was born on September 18, 1940, in Independence, Missouri, to Roy William Edward Maness and Mildred Lucille Maness.
Donna grew up surrounded by family and was one of four siblings, alongside Judy, Roy Jr., and Jimmy. She shared a lifelong bond with her family and was a beloved aunt,...
Janet L. Whitesell
Apr 14, 2026
Janet Lee Whitesell passed away peacefully on April 14, 2026, at the age of 79, while staying at UC Hospital in West Chester, Ohio.
Janet was born on February 25, 1947, in Kansas City, Missouri, to Clarence and Jewitt “Judy” Coffman. She grew up in the northeast part of Kansas City and graduated from Northeast High School. As a young woman,...
Matthew Lee Smith
Apr 14, 2026
Matthew Lee Smith, 56 of Overland Park, KS passed away Tuesday morning, April 14, 2026 at the Kansas City Hospice House. He was a devoted husband, a proud father and a loyal friend. Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:00 am on Friday, April 24, 2026 at Church of the Ascension 9510 W 127th St, Overland Park, KS...
Honna Lou "Pat" Brand
Apr 14, 2026
Pat Brand, 96 years, of Blue Springs, Missouri died Tuesday, April 14, 2026, at home surrounded by family. A visitation will be held from 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM, Monday April 27, 2026, with a memorial service taking place at 7:00 PM at Speaks Suburban Chapel, 18020 East 39th St S, Independence, Missouri. Cremation.
Honna Lou Gowler was born on November...
Carolyn Jane Bowles
Apr 12, 2026
Carolyn Walker Bowles of Lee’s Summit, MO, passed away suddenly on Sunday, April 12th, 2026. Carolyn was born on February 8th, 1941, in Kearney, Missouri to Clay Franklin and Mildred (Sabins) Walker.
After skipping a grade in elementary school, she graduated from Northeast High School in Kansas City, MO in 1957. She then briefly worked for the Moon Insurance Agency on...
Kenneth J. Veerhusen
Apr 12, 2026
Kenneth J. Veerhusen passed away on April 12, 2026, in Independence, Missouri at the age of 78. Born on September 3, 1947, in Lake City, Iowa, Ken lived a life marked by a deep love for learning and his family.
Ken’s journey began in Iowa where he was raised and later graduated from Fort Dodge High School. After high school, Ken...
Barbara Jean Dinkel
Apr 12, 2026
Barbara Jean Dinkel, born in Grandview, Missouri to Robert and Velma Irene (Kreeger) Parker, passed away peacefully after a brief illness on April 12, 2026, in Independence, Missouri.
Barbara led a fulfilling life marked by dedication to her children and career, and a deep love for her family and friends. She worked at a law firm in Blue Springs before continuing...
Billy Joe Cowen
Apr 12, 2026
Billy Joe Cowen, affectionately known to all as Bill, passed away peacefully on April 12, 2026, in Belton, Missouri. Born on December 14, 1929, in Elkland, Missouri, Bill lived a life marked by warmth, humor, and an unwavering devotion to family and community.
A proud graduate of Elkland High School, Bill answered the call of duty and served honorably in the...
Dorothy Lily Halastik
Apr 9, 2026
On March 3, 1927, Dorothy Lily Frost Halastik, a woman who would go on to fill nearly a century with warmth, wit, and quiet strength was born. On April 9, 2026, at the remarkable age of 99, the world said goodbye to a beloved wife, daughter, sister, mother, nana, aunt and friend, but her spirit remains stitched into the lives...
Donald Ray Picard
Apr 9, 2026
Don passed away on April 9, 2026 surrounded by the love of his family. He was a devoted husband, a proud father, an adored grandfather, and a loyal friend. To know Don was to know kindness, humor, and a man who showed up fully for the people he loved.Don was born on the Fourth of July on a military base...
Scott Russell Barelmann
Apr 8, 2026
Scott Russell Barelmann, 70, of Blue Springs, Missouri, passed away peacefully on April 8, 2026, in Independence, Missouri, after battling kidney cancer.
Scott was born on January 26, 1956, in O’Neill, Nebraska, to Russell Barelmann and Valedine Koehler. He grew up alongside his younger brothers, Mark (“Marty”) and Brian (“Buck”), and later welcomed a half-sister, Pam, into the family. Some of...
Christopher Lee Carrington
Apr 7, 2026
Christopher Lee Carrington, known affectionately by many as "Big C," passed away peacefully on April 7, 2026, at 2:10 AM at North Care Hospice House in Kansas City. He was 50 years old.
Born on Independence Day, 1975, in Dover, Ohio, Chris carried a vibrant and protective spirit throughout his life. A natural athlete in his youth, he excelled in football...
Ricardo Montoya
Apr 7, 2026
Ricardo Montoya, a man of quiet strength and profound wisdom, passed away on April 7, 2026, in Independence, Missouri. Born on May 28, 1953, in Kansas City, Missouri, Ricardo lived a life marked by dedication, resilience, and an enduring love for his family and the simple pleasures of life.
Ricardo’s early years were shaped by his brave service in the United...
Carole Cecilia Gran
Apr 7, 2026
Carole Cecelia Gran passed away peacefully on Tuesday, April 7, 2026. Carole lived a long and storied life highlighted by professional accomplishments, world travel, and family connections. Carole was born on December 27, 1937 in Detroit to Thomas and Cecelia Curley. Carole was the oldest of six girls, and a natural leader. She always placed her family first, raising and...
Debra Diane Robb
Apr 7, 2026
Debra "Debbie" Diane (Myers) Robb, 71, passed away on April 7, 2026 at Overland Park Regional Medical Center. She was born August 12, 1954 in Kansas City, Mo. to William H. Myers and Helen V. (Rush) Myers. Debbie lived most of her life in the Kansas City, Mo. area, along with a brief time living near Pomme de Terre lake.
After...
Helen "LaVon" Brown
Apr 5, 2026
Helen "LaVon" Brown, a beloved mother, daughter, sister, grandmother and friend, passed away peacefully on April 5, 2026, in Independence, Missouri. LaVon was 85 years old. Born on May 21, 1940, in Lebanon, Missouri, LaVon was raised on a farm, a life marked by dedication, and hard work.
LaVon graduated from Stoutland High School, then furthered her education at Draughon’s Business...
Lowell Dean Nicholls
Apr 4, 2026
Lowell Dean Nicholls, known affectionately to many as Dean, passed away peacefully on April 4, 2026, in Blue Springs, Missouri. Born on March 24, 1934, in McFall, Missouri, Dean graced this world with his presence for 92 remarkable years.
Dean earned a bachelor's degree in business from the University of Missouri-Kansas City, an academic achievement that laid the foundation for a...
David Michael Lindsey
Apr 3, 2026
David Michael Lindsey, also known as "Dave," passed away on April 3, 2026, in Independence, Missouri, at the age of 70. He passed peacefully with family at his bedside, after a battle with cancer. Born on August 5, 1955, in Independence, Missouri, David often reflected on the significance of sharing his birthday with the Blessed Mother, a connection that held...
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