Jul 4, 2025

Sherry Lynn Hutchison, born on February 15, 1950, in Boicourt, Kansas, passed away peacefully on July 4, 2025, in Independence, Missouri. She was 75 years old.

Sherry dedicated over 12 years of her professional life to Blue Cross Blue Shield, where she served as a microfilm operator. She was respected for her work ethic and friendly demeanor. After Blue Cross Blue...

Jul 3, 2025

Mary Ann Blasko passed away peacefully on July 3, 2025. Mary Ann was born on February 9, 1953, in Cleveland, Ohio to Joseph and Rita (Nemecek) Blasko. 

She graduated from Nazareth Academy and went on to The University of Akron where she performed as a pianist and received a Bachelors Degree in music. She went to Cleveland State University for post-doctoral...

Jul 2, 2025

Martha Kathryn "Kathy" Tuhy, 72, of Independence, Missouri, passed away on July 2, 2025. Born on August 19, 1952, in Independence, Kathy spent her life as a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, cherishing her family above all else.

Kathy was known for her warmth, kindness, and unwavering dedication to those she loved. She built a beautiful life centered on family,...

Jun 29, 2025

David Russell Overfelt, 62 of Warsaw, MO passed away Sunday, June 29, 2025 at the University of Kansas Medical Center. Services will be held at 10:00 a.m., Thursday, July 3, 2025 at the Speaks Suburban Chapel with burial to follow in Oak Ridge Memory Gardens. The family will greet friends from 6 to 8:00 p.m., Wednesday evening, July 2, 2025...

Jun 29, 2025

Jane Marie Richards, born Jane Marie Crosby on July 2, 1943, in Lansing, Kansas, to Hugh and Pansy Crosby, passed on Sunday, June 29, 2025, at the age of 81. Jane is preceded in death by her husband of 63 years, Thomas Parker Richards, who passed earlier this year. Jane and Tom have three surviving children, Paul, Ann, and Aaron...

Jun 27, 2025

It is with deep sorrow and much love that we mourn the passing of Jeffery “Jeff” Eugene Stevenson, from Independence, Missouri who left us on Friday June 27th, 2025 at the age of 64 after his battle with ALS.

Jeff was born on September 2nd, 1960 to Ethel Louise Brown Stevenson and Joseph Everett Stevenson Sr. He was a devoted husband,...

Jun 27, 2025

Donna Nelle Kish, a beloved mother and cherished community member, passed away peacefully on June 27, 2025, in Lee's Summit, Missouri, surrounded by love, she was on October 10, 1936, In Lee’s Summit, Missouri. Donna was raised in Independence, Missouri where her life journey began in a vibrant community where she would later leave a meaningful mark.

After graduating from William...

Jun 27, 2025

Daniel Dennis Hirst passed away peacefully on June 27, 2025, in Pleasant Hill, Missouri, at the age of 92. Born on August 24, 1932, in Independence, Missouri, Daniel lived a life filled with devotion to his family, career, and community.

Daniel graduated from William Chrisman High School in 1950, marking the beginning of a lifelong journey marked by numerous contributions to...

Jun 27, 2025

Mark Russell Davidson (March 4, 1960 – June 27, 2025)

It is with great sadness that we announce the unexpected passing of Mark Russell Davidson, on June 27, 2025. Born on March 4, 1960, in Kansas City, Missouri, Mark lived a rich and generous life, throughout which he wore many hats: loving husband, devoted father, caring brother, adoring uncle, and doting...

Jun 26, 2025

Our beloved son, Blake Hunter Hirsch, was chosen by God to enter into the Kingdom of Heaven on June 26, 2025. 

We were not ready to lose him, but know he is in a better place. 

Enjoy the little things; One day you may look back and realize . . . 

They were the big things. 

Our Blake was unexpectedly taken from us on...

Jun 26, 2025

Dennis Roy Chambers, 81, of Lee’s Summit, Missouri, passed away peacefully on June 26, 2025, at the University of Kansas Medical Center. He was surrounded by his loving family and friends.

Dennis was born on March 24, 1944, in Kansas City, Kansas, to the late Roy and JoAnn (Piper) Chambers. Dennis grew up in Bonner Springs and later attended Kansas State...

Jun 26, 2025

Edna Lafern Bolin, a cherished mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and sister, departed this world on June 26, 2025, at the age of 89, with her loving family by her side in Oak Grove, Missouri. Born on April 15, 1936, in Strafford, Missouri, Edna's life was a beautiful tapestry woven with love, music, and joyful memories.

Edna was a woman of many passions....

Jun 26, 2025

In Loving Memory of Peggy Charline Adkins BurrusAugust 9, 1934 – June 26, 2025Today we celebrate the life of a woman who wore many titles—daughter, sister, wife, mother, artist, friend—but who lived them all with a sense of purpose, curiosity, and joy. Peggy Charline Burrus was not someone who simply passed through this world. She left her mark on it—through...

Jun 25, 2025

Winifred “Winnie” King Case lifelong resident of Independence, Missouri moved to her heavenly home on June 25, 2025.

Winnie's life will be honored during a visitation at Sycamore Hills Baptist Church located at 15200 E 39th St. S., Independence, MO 64055 on Tuesday, July 1, 2025 at 10:00 AM, with funeral service at 11:00 AM. Burial will follow at Blue Springs...

Jun 25, 2025

April Michelle Brumfield, a beloved daughter, sister, mother, was born September 23, 1992, in Kansas City, Missouri. She left this world much too soon, passing away on June 25, 2025, in Independence, Missouri.

A graduate of Truman High School, April dedicated her life to both her career in retail sales and, more importantly, to her family. She was happiest when surrounded...

Jun 24, 2025

Martha was born January 26th, 1943 in Gashland, MO. She passed away on, June 24th, 2025. She is preceded in death by her brothers, Richard Martin and Mike Martin, husband Larry Chushuk and daughter Sherrie Cutshall. Martha's young years were hard, and it shaped her into the strong woman she would become. A sister, wife, aunt, grandmother, great grandmother and...

Jun 23, 2025

Born Sept 6, 1949, Ida married the love of her life on Sept 11, 1967 and was a dedicated wife to Dennis Worley for over 30 years, until he passed away in 1998. She was a loving mother who went above and beyond for her children, Bruce Worley (Stacy), Jason Worley, and Denise Boyce (Matt). She was a proud Nana...

Jun 22, 2025

Jun 22, 2025

Robert (Bob) Meiners, a husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather, lithographer, sailor and golfer, passed away June 22 at the age of 97.

Bob was born on July 9, 1927, to a prolific Kansas City family of German immigrants that still gathered biannually for reunion with hundreds of attendees. He was the youngest child of Frank and Antonia Meiners who raised 10...

Jun 21, 2025

James Leroy “Jim” Walls Sr., a devoted husband, dad, grandpa, and friend, passed away peacefully on June 21, 2025, in Raytown, Missouri, at the age of 84. Jim was born to Thomas and Lois (Severe) Walls on June 5, 1941, in Grand River Township in Missouri.

Jim spent his life fostering connections to family, nature, and community. With these values at...