Obituaries
Judy Williams
Oct 31, 2025
With an undeniable zest for life, Judy Williams filled the world with music, laughter, and love. For more than sixty years, she poured her heart into youth ministry, guiding generation after generation to discover that they were loved, that they belonged, and that God’s Spirit was moving within them.
Singer, songwriter, yodeller, cake decorator, painter, and wallpaper artist, Judy lived her...
Glenn Edward Moore
Oct 30, 2025
Glenn Edward Moore passed away peacefully in the kind & loving care of Aspire Senior Living in Excelsior Springs MO after a battle with cancer., on Thursday October 30th, 2025, at the age of 88.
Glenn was born on January 5, 1937, to Neva (Orr) and John Moore in Cameron Missouri. He graduated from Cameron High School and married Nita Silvius...
John Mark Skelton
Oct 28, 2025
John Mark Skelton, 73 of Independence, Missouri, passed away on Tuesday, October 28, 2025. John was born April 19, 1952 in Kansas City, Missouri to Asa and Geraldine (Godman) Skelton.
After graduating from Westport High School, John continued his education at University of Missouri in Rolla. He then began a career in I.T. and dedicated his time and skills to helping...
Peggy Ann McGuire
Oct 28, 2025
Peggy Ann McGuire, 82 of Independence, Mo passed away Tuesday, October 28, 2025 at the Centerpoint Medical Center. Funeral services will be held at 10:00 a.m., Wednesday, November 5, 2025 at the Carson-Speaks Chapel with burial to follow in Mt. Washington Cemetery. The family will greet friends from 9:00 a.m., until service time Wednesday at the chapel.
Peggy was born June...
Shirley Ann Phelps
Oct 27, 2025
Shirley Ann Phelps, a beloved member of the Independence community, passed away on October 27, 2025, at the age of 85. Born August 16,1940, in Independence, Missouri, Shirley dedicated her life to service, family, and the Lord.
Shirley’s professional journey began with her administrative work at the Community of Christ RLDS Church, where she spent most of her career until her...
Denise Rae "Dee" McCain
Oct 27, 2025
Denise Rae McCain, lovingly known as Dee, passed away on October 27, 2025, in Blue Springs, Missouri, after bravely battling Alzheimer's disease. Born on May 22, 1953, in Kansas City, Missouri, to Carl Ray Wells and Phyllis Maureen (Diels) Wells, Denise was a radiant soul who dedicated her life to her family.
She was a pillar of support and guidance for...
Menzie Horace Brown
Oct 27, 2025
Dr. Brown, 90, passed away on October 27, 2025. He is survived by his beloved wife of 67 years, Sue; three children - Melinda Carney of St. Louis, MO, Pamela (Stephen) O’Connor of Omaha, NE, and Michael (Traci) Brown of Belton, MO; six grandchildren - Caitlin (Stephen) Condon, McKenzie Hale, David (Jamie) O’Connor, Austin (Jill) Brown, Jaede (Joanna) Carney, Joerdan...
Thomas G. Mershon
Oct 26, 2025
Thomas G. “Tom” Mershon passed away, Sunday evening at his residence. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m., Saturday, November 1, 2025 at the Buckner United Methodist Church, 109 S. Hudson St., Buckner, MO 64016, with burial to follow in Buckner Hill Cemetery. The family will greet friends from 9:00 a.m. until service time Saturday at the church. Donations...
Betty Louise Allen
Oct 26, 2025
Betty L. Allen
October 15, 1928 - October 26, 2025
Betty L. Allen (Van Ash), 97, of Lee’s Summit, MO passed away on October 26, 2025 in the caring arms of her daughters. Betty was born in Larchwood, IA on October 15, 1928 to Henry and Sophia Van Ash. After working as a schoolteacher she married Joe Allen of Alvord, IA in...
Rosielee Pinkston
Oct 26, 2025
Rosielee Pinkston, passed away peacefully on October 26, 2025, in Kansas City, Missouri, just shy of her 100th birthday. She was born on November 1, 1925, in Breckinridge, Missouri.
Throughout her life, Rosielee embraced her role as a homemaker, creating a nurturing and loving environment for her family. She was known for maintaining a pristine yard, and in her leisure time,...
Ramon Epifanio Espinoza Pazmiño
Oct 25, 2025
Ramon Epifanio Espinoza Pazmiño
El nació en Chone, Manabi, Ecuador el dia 12 de Mayo de 1934 a Trinidad Espinoza y Adriana Pazmiño. Ramon Epifanio paso la mayoría de su vida en Manabi. Ahi construyo una familia y un hogar guiado por fe.Ramon era un esposo cariñoso y devoto a su Marujita, Maria Argentina por 67 años. Era el padre amoroso...
William Douglas Sims
Oct 25, 2025
William Douglas "Doug" Sims, 73, of Oak Grove, MO, passed away peacefully in his home on Saturday, October 25, 2025.
Doug was born on January 24, 1952 to Robert "Bob" Sims and Wanda Rose (Heishman) Sims. He was united in marriage on April 14, 1975 to Wetta Louise Heide.
Doug started his own construction company at the young age of 18 which...
Jerry Lee Woodard
Oct 24, 2025
Jerry Lee Woodard of Independence, Mo 76, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on October 24, 2025. Cremation is planned with a celebration of Jerry’s life to be held from 9:30-10:30 a.m., Saturday November 8 followed by a brief service, then burial with full military honors at the Oak Ridge Memory Gardens. The family will then host a reception at...
Donna Jean Sites
Oct 23, 2025
Donna Jean Sites, a loving daughter, mother, grandmother, and friend, left this world on October 23, 2025, in Blue Springs, Missouri where she spent the majority of her life. Born on October 25, 1943, in Kansas City, Missouri, Donna's life was a tapestry of devotion, hard work, and unyielding spirit.
Throughout her life, Donna displayed an unmatched work ethic and a...
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