Obituaries
Beverly Loveen "Bev" (Tryon) Riley
Apr 30, 2026
Bev Riley, 88, of Independence, MO, peacefully passed away on Thursday, April 30, 2026, at St. Luke’s Hospice House in Kansas City. Visitation will be held on Wednesday, May 6, 2026, from 9-11am and Memorial service to follow at 11am at Carson-Speaks Chapel, 1501 W. Lexington Ave. Independence, MO. Graveside to take place after service in New Salem Cemetery. Bev...
Gary Wayne Suse
Apr 28, 2026
Gary W. Suse, of Lee’s Summit, MO passed away April 28, 2026, in Kansas City, MO. He was born the youngest of four boys, on July 12, 1956 in Clinton, MO to Fred and Birdie Suse. Gary moved frequently throughout his childhood, attending 18 schools between kindergarten and graduation. He attended most of high school at Eureka High School, transferring...
Trudie E. Culver
Apr 25, 2026
Trudie E. Culver passed away comfortably at home with her family on April 25th, 2026. Trudie was born October 2nd, 1955 to Bill and Billye Jean Tschanz in Wichita, Kansas.
Our mom married our dad, Rod Culver on November 30th, 1974 and had three children, Kellie, Sean and Ryan. Son-in-law Charles. Daughter-in-law Jennifer. Grandchildren, Emilee, Will, Eric and Lily. Survived by...
Michael Ray Smith
Apr 25, 2026
It is with sorrow and joy we announce the passing of Michael Ray Smith. As much as he will be missed, we know he became whole and at peace as the angels guided him to The Father, and into his heavenly home on April 25, 2026.
Michael was born on November 23, 1958, in Kansas City MO to Kenneth J Smith...
Pamela Dee "Pam" (Love) Hudson
Apr 23, 2026
Pamela Dee "Pam" (Love) Hudson of Independence, MO passed away on Thursday April 23, 2026, surrounded by her loving family and with John Denver songs playing in the background. Pam was born in Kansas City, Mo. on May 27, 1943, to the late Dena and Duane Love. She graduated from William Chrisman High School in 1961 and from Central Missouri...
Ivan Dale Smith
Apr 23, 2026
Ivan Dale Smith was called to his eternal home on April 23, 2026, at the age of 94 years and 7 months. He will be laid to rest at Trinity Lutheran Cemetery in Creighton, Missouri, to await the glorious resurrection.
He was born October 3, 1931, in Urich, Missouri, the son of Frank and Lydia (Sites) Smith. As a child he...
Linda Lou Dix
Apr 21, 2026
Linda Lou Dix, née Morales, passed away peacefully on April 21, 2026, in Kansas City, Missouri, surrounded by the love of her family. Born on October 6, 1940, in Independence, Missouri, Linda led a life marked by dedication, generosity, and an enduring spirit of joy.
Linda’s early years were shaped in Independence, where she graduated from William Chrisman High School. She...
Keith North
Apr 19, 2026
Keith North, 93 of Raymore, MO passed away Sunday, April 19, 2026, at Lee’s Summit Medical Center. Funeral services will be held 10:00 a.m., Friday, April 24, 2026, at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints, 451 SW 150 Hwy Lee’s Summit, MO 64082 with graveside services and military honors to be held at 1:00 p.m., Friday at the...
Adam Ray Malone
Apr 16, 2026
Adam Ray Malone, born on April 26, 1964, in Grand Prairie, Texas, passed away unexpectedly on April 16, 2026, at his home in Buckner, Missouri. He was a man characterized by his intelligence, quiet demeanor, and serious, straightforward nature. Throughout his life, Adam mostly kept to himself, yet his presence was steady and impactful.
Adam spent much of his adult life...
Donna Lou Borchert
Apr 16, 2026
Donna Lou Borchert, 85, passed away peacefully on April 16, 2026. She was born on September 18, 1940, in Independence, Missouri, to Roy William Edward Maness and Mildred Lucille Maness.
Donna grew up surrounded by family and was one of four siblings, alongside Judy, Fran, Roy Jr., and Jimmy. She shared a lifelong bond with her family and was a beloved...
Robert Dale Otto II
Apr 15, 2026
Robert Dale Otto II, known as Bob for his friends and Butch for his family, passed away unexpectedly on April 15, 2026, at Menorah Hospital in Overland Park, Kansas. Born on January 29, 1949, in Amhurst, Ohio, to Robert Dale Otto and Joyce Kawasaki Otto, Bob graced this world with his presence for 77 remarkable years.
Bob earned his bachelor's degree...
Ralph Wade Buchanan
Apr 15, 2026
Ralph Wade Buchanan, affectionately known to many as "Buck," passed away on April 15, 2026, in Independence, Missouri. Born on August 6, 1939, in Kansas City, Missouri, Ralph lived a life marked by a remarkable blend of enterprise, creativity, and heartfelt connections.
From his earliest days as a student at Van Horn High School, Ralph demonstrated a remarkable flair for communication...
Janet L. Whitesell
Apr 14, 2026
Janet Lee Whitesell passed away peacefully on April 14, 2026, at the age of 79, while staying at UC Hospital in West Chester, Ohio.
Janet was born on February 25, 1947, in Kansas City, Missouri, to Clarence and Jewitt “Judy” Coffman. She grew up in the northeast part of Kansas City and graduated from Northeast High School. As a young woman,...
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