Jan 14, 2026

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Jan 14, 2026

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Jan 13, 2026

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No services are scheduled at this time.

Jan 13, 2026

Russell Gene Still, age 81 of Independence, Missouri passed away on Tuesday, January 13, 2026, peacefully at home surrounded by family. He was born on September 17,1944 to Russell and Doris (Leopold) Still, in Marceline, Missouri.

Gene graduated from Marceline High School in 1962. On November 25, 1967, he was united in marriage to Virginia (Thelen) Still in Marceline, Missouri. Gene...

Jan 12, 2026

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Jan 12, 2026

Jan 12, 2026

Larry Dale Burroughs passed away on January 12, 2026. Larry was born on August 24, 1965, in Independence, Missouri, to Larry W. and Sharon Burroughs.

He graduated from Truman High School in the class of 1983 and went on to college at Central Missouri State University, now known as the University of Central Missouri.

Larry married his beautiful wife, Alesia on August...

Jan 11, 2026

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Jan 11, 2026

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Jan 11, 2026

Katherine Louise Swayne, affectionately known as Kathy, embarked on her final journey on January 11, 2026, at the age of 68 in Lee's Summit, Missouri. Born on September 22, 1957, in Trenton, Missouri, to Charles Franklin Shockey and Veda Mae (Wood) Shockey, Kathy filled the world with laughter and light, establishing an enduring legacy of love and joy.

She navigated her...

Jan 10, 2026

Elizabeth Guadalupe "Betty" Orozco, age 43 years, of Raytown, Missouri, passed away on Saturday, January 10, 2026.  Betty was born on December 26, 1983, in San Pedro Garza Garcia, Nuevo Leon, Mexico to Angel Manuel De Luna Villanueva and Patricia Hernandez Gonzalez.  After moving to Missouri, she married Alberto Luis "Albert" Orozco and shared two beautiful sons together: Alberto Stefano...

Jan 10, 2026

Shirley Ann Bertsch, born on August 20, 1943, in Parkston, South Dakota, grew up on her family’s farm. She attended a country school in Garfield Township before graduating from Parkston High School in 1961. After high school, she pursued an associate degree in business at Nettleton Business College in Sioux Falls, South Dakota. 

Shirley’s career began at Northwest National Bank, where...

Jan 9, 2026

Jeffery Reeves Vaughan passed away peacefully on January 9, 2026, in his hometown of Independence, Missouri. Born on October 31, 1960, Jeff graced this world with his presence for 65 remarkable years.

A graduate of William Chrisman High School, Jeff furthered his education by taking courses at Northwest in Maryville. He dedicated his career to working as a pipefitter for Local...

Jan 9, 2026

Marion Francis Martin, 94 of Independence, MO passed away Friday morning, January 9, 2026 at the Villages of Jackson Creek. Cremation is planned with private graveside inurnment to be held at the Missouri State Veterans Cemetery in Higginsville, MO with full military honors.

Marion was born September 8, 1931 in Denver Colorado to William C. and Doris (Galbaugh) Martin and spent...

Jan 9, 2026

Christopher “Dan” Daniel Laitner, peacefully departed this world on January 9, 2026, at the age of 78, surrounded by love. Born on March 13, 1947, in Carrollton, Missouri, Dan led a life devoted to both his family and community.

A proud veteran of the U.S. Air Force, Dan enlisted in early 1967 serving in Japan and Korea working with the F4...

Jan 9, 2026

Marilyn Hollis Coe (Moore), a beloved matriarch and cherished friend, passed away peacefully on January 9, 2026, in Independence, Missouri, surrounded by love. Born on February 16, 1934, in Ludlow, Missouri, Marilyn epitomized the essence of family devotion and selfless service throughout her life.

Marilyn had many adventures in life. She embraced each day with a spirit of warmth and a...

Jan 8, 2026

Carol Lee (Duncan) Smith, born October 19, 1938, passed away January 8, 2026. She was 87 years of age.

Carol graduated from Fort Osage High School in 1956. On September 7, 1958, she married Edwin O. Smith. Carol is a member of the Buckner Restoration Branch.

She was preceded in death by her parents, E.C. and Vera (Chiles) Duncan, and her granddaughters,...

Jan 8, 2026

Wilma Esther (Hamilton) Kleuver

April 7, 1932 - January 8, 2026

Garland, KS - Kansas City, MO

93 years old

Wilma was born in Garland, KS. She attended primary classes in a one room schoolhouse. After graduation, she lived in Fort Scott, KS; Santa Monica, CA; Garland TX; Independence MO; Kansas City, MO.

Career and Achievements

She worked for Sears, Roebuck & Co and enjoyed an...

Jan 8, 2026

Marilyn Ruth Umsted passed away peacefully on January 8, 2026 at Cedarhurst Senior Living of Blue Springs. 

Marilyn was born to parents Nels and Ruth Schill on January 12, 1933 in Callender, IA. She graduated in 1950 from Harcourt High School in Iowa where she was top of her class and a standout basketball player. 

She married Roger Umsted in 1951. They...

Jan 7, 2026

Ricardo Vasquez Sr., age 73 years, passed away on Wednesday, January 7, 2026, at home in Pleasant Valley, Missouri.

Ricardo will be known for his love of music. He created a band called "Mixed Emotions," and was the lead singer.

Ricardo is survived by his former wife, Mary Vasquez; son, Ricard Vasquez Jr.; grandson, Troy Vasquez; brother, Phillip Vasquez; sister, Salvida Livers...