Obituaries
Bruce L. Haines
Jun 2, 2026
Bruce L. Haines of Independence, Missouri, passed into eternal glory on June 2, 2026. Born on April 1, 1946, at Fitzsimons Army Hospital in Aurora, Colorado, and lived a life marked by faithful service, deep love for family, and an unwavering commitment to Jesus Christ.
A 1964 graduate of Roscommon High School, Bruce went on to play college football at Alma...
Dorothy Ann Carter
May 30, 2026
Dorothy Ann Carter, born Dorothy Ann Kearns on October 29, 1938, in Slater, Missouri, passed away on May 30, 2026, in Kansas City, Missouri, surrounded by her family. She lived a life characterized by unwavering devotion, remarkable faith, and an enduring commitment to family and community.
Dorothy's journey was marked by the simple yet profound joys of life. She met her...
Barbara Jean "Barb" Peterman
May 29, 2026
Barbara Jean (Wake) Peterman of Independence, passed away on May 29, 2026. Barbara was born on November 18, 1969, to Lowell (Ray) and Alice Wake. Barbara graduated from William Chrisman in 1988. Barbara met the love of her life, Lawrence while working together at Passantino Thriftway. They were married on January 29, 1994. Barbara and Lawrence had one son, Ryan, and she had...
Carl Lee Gross Jr.
May 29, 2026
Carl Lee Gross Jr., a devoted family man and patriarch, passed away unexpectedly on May 29, 2026, in Independence, Missouri. Born on June 7, 1948, in Long Beach, California, Carl’s life was marked by his generous spirit, quick wit, and positivity. He was the proud owner of the Water Key water works company, where his work ethic and dedication were...
Wallace Gene Ellsworth
May 29, 2026
Wallace Gene Ellsworth passed away May 29th 2026. He was born on January 13, 1936, in Quitman, Texas, to Roy and Gladys Ellsworth.
Wallace proudly served his country in the United States Army at Fort Bragg, North Carolina. He spent 32 years with AT&T, where he held the position of Supervisor in the Engineering Department before retiring. Following his retirement from...
Louise Ada Grzincic
May 28, 2026
Louise A. Grzincic left her earthly body on May 28, 2026. We know she was welcomed to her heavenly home with joy, hugs, and a “Well done my good and faithful servant” by her heavenly Father, and Savior, which brings us comfort and happiness.
She was born in Wyandotte Michigan on March 18,1934, to Clarence Fields and Ethel Fields. In addition...
Sonia Mavis Willbanks
May 28, 2026
Sonia Mavis (Stay) Willbanks, 86, of Grandview, MO, passed away Thursday, May 28th, 2026. Family will greet guests during a visitation on Friday, June 5, 2026, from 10-11 am. Burial will take place at Missouri State Veterans Cemetery, Higginsville, MO.
Sonia was born May 29th, 1939, in Bemidji, MN, the eldest of 7 children, to Justin Raymond Stay and Esther Eileen...
Zachariah Marley King
May 25, 2026
Zachariah Marley King, lovingly known as Zach, passed away unexpectedly on May 25, 2026, in Independence, Missouri. Zach was born to Randy King and Marsha (Bauman) McNabb on January 8, 1972 in Kansas City, Kansas.
For the majority of his life, Zach worked as a skilled carpenter, a trade he embraced with pride and passion. In the last few years he...
Edwin C. Hess
May 25, 2026
Edwin C. Hess, affectionately known as Eddie, passed away peacefully on May 25, 2026, in Kansas City, Missouri, surrounded by the love of his family, leaving behind a lifetime filled with service, craftsmanship, humor, adventure, and unwavering devotion to those he loved most. He was born in the hospital in Kansas City, Kansas, on April 29, 1945. Ed graced this...
Charles "Logan" Epperson
May 24, 2026
Charles "Logan" Epperson, passed away unexpectedly on May 24, 2026, in Blue Springs, Missouri. He was only 20 years old. Logan was born to Charles “Pat” Epperson and Nicole (Bradley) Epperson on March 10, 2006, in Kansas City, Missouri. He was a young man whose bright spirit and kind heart touched the lives of many.
A graduate of Blue Springs High...
Ronald Merlin McCarty
May 24, 2026
Ronald Merlin McCarty passed away on May 24, 2026, in Independence, Missouri. Cremation is planned with a memorial service to be held at 10:00 a.m., Saturday, June 13, 2026 at the Trinity Episcopal Church, 409 N. Liberty St., Independence, MO 64050. He was born on September 10, 1935, in Ottumwa, Iowa, to Albert Merlin McCarty and Laura Lucille Howard McCarty....
Carol Barbara Rohovit
May 23, 2026
Carol Barbara (Sheperis) Rohovit passed away peacefully at her home on May 23, 2026 at the age of 82.
Carol was born in Elizabeth, New Jersey to Katherine and Walter Sheperis. Carol moved to the Kansas City area at age 2 due to her father's job transfer with General Motors. She was a 1962 graduate of Shawnee-Mission North High School. She...
Betty Louise Rust
May 23, 2026
Betty Louise (Crippen) Rust was born January 14, 1932, in Excelsior Springs, Missouri to parents Leroy & Alma (Robinson) Crippen. She had two brothers and four sisters: Eugene, William, Vivian, Edith, Martha & Barbara.
Her family lived around Excelsior Springs all of her life. She attended Mosby Elementary School and graduated from Excelsior Springs High School in 1950. She met William...
Daniel Marvan Green
May 22, 2026
A Great Man, Daniel Marvan Green, has left on one final road trip adventure, and into the arms of God.
A resident of Sarasota, Florida since 2022, he was a world traveler, with birth roots from a simpler time in rural Independence Missouri. His journey saw the struggles of farm life during the end of the depression era and World War...
Wanda Mae Peterie
May 21, 2026
On May 21, 2026, there was a great celebration in heaven when Jesus freed Wanda Mae (Tromblay) Peterie from her broken human bonds and reunited her with her beloved Kenny, son Dennis, and many other family and friends that went before her.
Born on May 9, 1941, Wanda was full of kindness, warmth and love that touched the hearts of all...
Lorene Olivia Peterson
May 20, 2026
Lorene Olivia Peterson passed away peacefully on May 20, 2026, in Kansas City, Missouri. Born on April 20, 1960, in Los Angeles, California, Lorene graced the world with her presence for 66 remarkable years.
A graduate of Shawnee Mission High School, class of 1978, Lorene’s life was a blend of grace and dedication. She spent much of her time as a...
Dennis Lynn Brown
May 20, 2026
Dennis Lynn Brown, 76, of Independence, Missouri, was sent to his eternal home on May 20th, 2026 surrounded by the love of his family. Born on February 16, 1950, in Great Bend, Kansas, Dennis grew up in Hoisington, KS where he developed the character, work ethic, and faith that shaped his entire life.
Dennis graduated from Hoisington Rural High School and...
Ronald James Steward
May 19, 2026
Ronald James Steward, 77, passed away peacefully on May 19, 2026, at Delmar Gardens Nursing Home in Overland Park, Kansas.
Ron was born on August 8, 1948, in Hannibal, Missouri, to Josephine and Frances Steward. He graduated from Hannibal Senior High School in 1966 before serving in the United States Army and later remaining active in the Army Reserve. In 1983,...
Phillip Jay "PJ" Funk
May 18, 2026
Phillip Jay (PJ) Funk was born on May 1, 1961, in Mitchell, South Dakota. He passed away peacefully on May 18, 2026, surrounded by friends and family. PJ was part of Picture and Frame Industries for over 45 years. He held many positions within the company, from sweeping floors and making frames, to serving as Sales Manager and most recently,...
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