Obituaries

Thomas Mark Bowlin

Thomas Mark Bowlin

May 12, 2024

Thomas Mark Bowlin, 63 of Blue Springs, MO passed away Sunday at Centerpoint Medical Center.  The family will greet friends from 1-3:00 p.m., Saturday at the Speaks Suburban Chapel followed by a graveside service at 3:30 p.m., Saturday at the Blue Springs Cemetery.  Donations may be made in his name to Whitney Marie Bowlin Supplemental Needs Trust and can be sent...

Anthony Michael Palmentere

Anthony Michael Palmentere

May 11, 2024

Obituary to come...

Yvonne Gail Madison

Yvonne Gail Madison

May 10, 2024

Yvonne Madison, 68 passed away from a battle of Lung Cancer on May 10th 2024. Born on July 7th, 1955 to the parents of Charles and Joyce Batts. Yvonne lived a full and vibrant life from beginning to end and touched the lives of many people along the way. Yvonne retired after 25 years from P.A.S Technologies in 2020. She...

Nancy Louise Ballew

Nancy Louise Ballew

May 9, 2024

Please check back soon for an obituary.  

Judith "Judy" Ann Peffer

Judith "Judy" Ann Peffer

May 9, 2024

Please check back soon for an obituary.  

Charlotte Thorp

Charlotte Thorp

May 9, 2024

Charlotte Thorp, 84, of Independence, MO passed away on Thursday, May 09, 2024. She was born on April 05, 1940, in San Diego, CA to Harry and Jewel (Faust) Voss. Charlotte was a spitfire and was often very honest, in the most loving of ways, with those she loved. She was a passionate Chiefs and Royals fan, even getting to...

Ronald Lamar Brown

Ronald Lamar Brown

May 8, 2024

Ronald L. Brown, 91, of Buckner, Missouri, peacefully passed away May 8, 2024, at his home with his beloved family at his side.

Ron was born in Brighton, Missouri to his parents, Gayford Lamar and Icle Brown who preceded him in death. He proudly served in the US Army in Fort Sill Oklahoma during the Korean War.  After his stint in...

Beverly Jane Pruitt

Beverly Jane Pruitt

May 7, 2024

Beverly Jane Pruitt passed away on May 7, 2024, in Independence, Missouri. Born on October 20, 1933, in Coffeyville, Kansas, Beverly was the daughter of Lindsey Morris and Pearl (Kinneson) Morris. She leaves behind a legacy of love and cherished memories. In her professional life, Beverly worked tirelessly and rose to the position of manager at Sears. Her dedication and work...

Phyllis Yvonnie McCarty

Phyllis Yvonnie McCarty

May 4, 2024

Phyllis Yvonne McCarty, 94 of Blue Springs, MO passed away Saturday, May 4, 2024 at The Parkway Senior Living in Blue Springs, MO.  A graveside service will be held at 11:00 a.m., Friday, May 10, 2024 at Leavenworth National Cemetery.  A memorial service will be held at 7p.m., Thursday, May 9, 2024 at the Community Of Christ, Parkview Congregation.  The family...

Ann Tilson MacDonald

Ann Tilson MacDonald

May 4, 2024

Ann Tilson MacDonald, 83 of Blue Springs, MO passed away Saturday, May 4, 2024 at St. Mary’s Medical Center. A graveside service will be held at 2:00 p.m., Thursday, May 9, 2024 at the Fort Leonard Wood Veterans Cemetery in Waynesville, MO. Ann was born in Morden Surrey, England to John Tilson and Marjorie (Sharp) Brown and grew up in England before moving...

Doreen Wilson

Doreen Wilson

May 4, 2024

Doreen Wilson, a beloved soul whose life journey spanned continents and touched the hearts of many, passed away on Saturday, May 4 , 2024 in Lee's Summit, Missouri. She was born on August 22, 1926, in Cleveleys, England to her loving parents, Frederick and Isabella Lamb.

Doreen's path in life was one of creativity and compassion. From her early days baking...

Jack Leonard Burnell

Jack Leonard Burnell

May 3, 2024

Jack Leonard Burnell, a cherished husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather, and friend, passed away on May 3, 2024, in Lee's Summit, Missouri. He was born on November 1, 1932, in Kansas City, Missouri. Jack led a life that was filled with love for his family and a passion for genealogy, golf, and reading. After graduating from William Chrisman High School in 1950,...

James John Lawlor, Sr.

James John Lawlor, Sr.

May 3, 2024

James (Jim) John Lawlor, Sr., died May 3, 2024, in Kansas City, Mo. He was 84. 

Jim was a voracious reader, particularly of American history and aviation, and a voracious collector of all related things. He was an all-weather pilot, military enthusiast, and animal lover. He was also an eager participant in family shenanigans, adventures, and game nights.

He loved visiting museums,...

Willard Wayne Lanam

Willard Wayne Lanam

May 3, 2024

Willard Wayne Lanam, 84 of Lees Summit, MO passed away Friday, May 3, 2024 at St. Lukes on the Plaza.  Cremation is planned with a celebration of life gathering will be held from 4 to 6:00 p.m., Saturday, June 8, 2024 at the The Meadows Community Room at John Knox Village, 1800 NW O’Brien Rd., Lee’s Summit, MO 64081.  Willard...

Billy L Gray

Billy L Gray

May 3, 2024

Billy L. Gray, 95 of Independence, MO passed away Friday, May 3, 2024 in the comfort of his home.  

Funeral Services will be held at 11:00 a.m., Wednesday, May 8, 2024 at the Eastgate Christian Church 4010 S River Blvd, Independence, MO 64055 with graveside service at 2:00 p.m., Wednesday at Englewood Cemetery in Clinton, MO.  The family will greet friends...

Virgie Mae Barszczak

Virgie Mae Barszczak

May 1, 2024

Virgie Barszczak, beloved wife, mother, grandmother and great grandmother passed away peacefully into the loving arms of her Lord and Savior on Wednesday, May 1, 2024 in Leawood, Kansas. Virgie was born on June 15, 1928, in Gibsonville, North Carolina, to Frank and Bette Tickle. Virgie grew up in North Carolina and returned there many times over the years. She...

Charlene Joy Davis

Charlene Joy Davis

Apr 30, 2024

Charlene Joy Davis passed away peacefully surrounded by family on Tuesday, April 30, 2024. She was born on February 11, 1944 in Kansas City, Missouri to Charles and Hazel (Brown) Green. 

Being the daughter of two deaf parents, Charlene learned sign language at a young age, embodying the spirit of empathy andd understanding that carried her through life. 

Charlene married James Long...

Gregory Kent Jordison

Gregory Kent Jordison

Apr 30, 2024

Gregory Kent Jordison, known affectionately as Greg, passed away on April 30, 2024, in Independence, Missouri. He was born on October 14, 1954, in the same town to his loving parents Verle and Barbara Jordison.

Greg led a fulfilling life as a diesel mechanic for the Associated Grocers, where his passion for working on cars shone through in every project he...

Juan Pablo Diaz

Juan Pablo Diaz

Apr 29, 2024

Juan Pablo Diaz, 91 of Independence, Missouri passed away Monday April 29, 2024, at Centerpoint Medical Center. Cremation is planned and a memorial service will be held Tuesday May 7, 2024; 10:00am at Tri-Cities Ministries.  

Juan was born March 3, 1933, in Puerto Rico. He spent his early life there and graduated from public schools. Shortly after graduation he came to the U.S. to serve in the Army.  He worked...

Share by: