James Michael “Jim” Hutsell, 64, of Independence, MO peacefully passed away Thursday, July 8, 2010 at his home surrounded by his family. Services will be 7:00 p.m. Monday, July 12, 2010 at Carson-Speaks Chapel. Visitation will be one hour prior to the service from 6-7:00 p.m. Cremation to follow. Jim was born May 13, 1946 in Kansas City, MO to Owen and Leola (Nichols) Hutsell. He is survived by his son Luke Hutsell and wife Mary; daughter Jeni Stephens and Josh Alvis; son Daniel Hutsell and wife Nicole; mother of Jim’s children Judy Hutsell; grandchildren Trever, Isabela, Caleb, Leola “Lily”, Colby, and Owen “Odie”; brother John Hutsell and wife Vicki; nephew Brandine; friend Janice. Mr. Hutsell was preceded in death by his parents.