Obituaries
Norma June Lewis
Aug 7, 2025
Norma June Lewis, born on February 2, 1938, in Buckner, Missouri, passed away peacefully on August 7, 2025, in Independence, Missouri. She was a spirited individual, well-known for her lively personality and social nature. Norma found joy in the gatherings she shared with others and particularly relished her time playing B.I.N.G.O., where her infectious laughter and enthusiasm would light up...
Shirley A. Moore
Aug 6, 2025
Shirley Ann (Hammond) Moore of Lee’s Summit, Missouri passed away peacefully on August 6, 2025 with family at her side. She was 89 years old. Shirley was to married Kenneth Moore for 67 years, passing just one day following their anniversary date.
Shirley was born on August 31, 1935, in Harris, Missouri to Elbert and Nelle (Griffith) Hammond. She was the...
Scott Michael Schulze
Aug 5, 2025
Scott Michael Schulze October 20, 1978 – August 5, 2025
Scott Michael Schulze, 46, of Independence, Missouri, passed away peacefully on the morning of August 5, 2025. Born on October 20, 1978, in Independence, Scott brought joy, humor, and a generous spirit into the lives of everyone who knew him.
Scott graduated from Truman High School in 1997 and attended Missouri State...
Anne Bentz Callihan
Aug 4, 2025
Anne Bentz Callihan of Independence, Mo., born on November 8, 1946, in Coffeyville, Kansas, was a beloved educator and community member whose spirit touched the lives of many. She passed away on August 4, 2025, in Olathe, Kansas, leaving behind a legacy of kindness, dedication, and unwavering service to others.
Graduating from Field Kindley High School in Coffeyville, Anne continued her...
Marvin Leabert Green
Aug 2, 2025
Marvin Leabert Green, age 84 years, passed away on August 2, 2025, in Independence, Missouri. Born on November 16, 1940, in Kansas City, Missouri to Frank Leabert Green and Melva Louise (Morris) Green, Marvin will be missed by all who knew him.
Marvin attended Van Horne High School and, shortly after, enlisted in the United States Navy, where he served honorably...
Barbara Dale Harbaugh
Aug 1, 2025
Barbara Dale Harbaugh, a beloved mother, grandmother, sister and friend, passed away on August 1, 2025, in Kansas City, Missouri. Born on December 1, 1936, in Sedalia, Missouri, Barbara's legacy is woven with kindness and dedication.
For over 45 years, Barbara devoted herself to her role as a bus driver for the Independence School District. She approached her job with passion...
Lonnie Barrett Wilson
Aug 1, 2025
Lonnie Barrett Wilson, a beloved father, grandfather, and friend, passed away peacefully on August 1, 2025, in Grain Valley, Missouri. Born on August 10, 1949, in McAllen, Texas, Lonnie lived a life full of love, laughter, and unyielding faith.
Lonnie dedicated over 35 years to his career as an etcher for Hallmark, where his creativity and attention to detail shone brightly....
Paula Louise Toro
Jul 31, 2025
Paula Louise Toro, a beloved wife, mother, sister, and friend, passed away on July 31, 2025, in Kansas City, Missouri, at the age of 74. Born on October 3, 1950, in the vibrant city of San Francisco, California, Paula lived a life steeped in compassion and love balanced by a feisty and strong personality. She thrived in her career as...
Joan Reneau
Jul 31, 2025
It is with great sadness we mourn the passing of our mother, Joan Reneau, July 30, 1930–July 31, 2025. She had just turned 95.
Joan was born in Dunlap, Iowa to Dacy and Dallas Poe. She grew up in Washington state and Council Bluffs, Iowa during the Great Depression and WWII, both of which forever marked her—she remained frugal for herself...
Diane Yvonne Speer
Jul 31, 2025
Diane Yvonne Speer, a beloved mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away on July 31, 2025, in Leawood, Kansas, at the age of 79. Born on September 27, 1945, in Mission, Kansas to William Otto "Bud" Mitchum and Maxine M. (Seute) Mitchum, Diane's life was marked by love, passion, and an unwavering commitment to her family.
Diane enjoyed a fulfilling career,...
Anita Pearl Martin
Jul 29, 2025
Anita Pearl Martin, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and friend, peacefully passed away on July 29, 2025, surrounded by the love of her family in Kansas City, Missouri. Born on August 23, 1934, in Black River Falls, Wisconsin, Anita encapsulated the essence of nurturing and brilliance throughout her remarkable life.
Anita's impressive educational journey commenced with her graduation from Lee's Summit...
Mary Anne Shackelford
Jul 27, 2025
Mary Anne Shackelford passed away peacefully in her sleep on Sunday, July 27, 2025, at the age of 89. She was a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, and friend whose life was marked by devotion to her family, faith, and home.Mary Anne was born on May 12, 1936, to George and Jessie Williams in New London, Missouri. Raised on...
Benedean "Benny" Peters
Jul 27, 2025
Benedean Peters, affectionately known as Benny, passed away on July 27, 2025, in Independence, Missouri at the age of 98. Born on July 25, 1927, in Omaha, Nebraska, to Glenn and Essie (Proffitt) McElroy, she lived a life marked by love, resilience, and a deep commitment to her family.
Benny entered the workforce as a food service worker at Benton Elementary...
William Raymond Rast, II
Jul 27, 2025
William Raymond Rast, II, affectionately known as Bill, passed away peacefully on July 27, 2025, in Independence, Missouri, surrounded by the love of his family. Bill was born on August 24, 1960, in Kansas City, Missouri, and he dedicated his life to serving others and uplifting those around him.
With an impressive career that spanned three decades, Bill worked for the...
John Raymond Larson
Jul 25, 2025
John Raymond Larson passed away on July 25, 2025, peacefully with his family by his side. John was born in Brooklyn, New York on October 30, 1948, to Raymond and Francis Larson.
John was a Processing Manager for 45 years with American Micro Company before retiring in 2013.
When John wasn’t grooving to his blues vinyl records or rock cd’s, he was...
Michael Vincent Bauman
Jul 25, 2025
Michael Vincent Bauman, 74, of Sugar Creek, Missouri, passed away peacefully on July 25, 2025, with his beloved family at his side.
Born on March 28, 1951, Michael lived a life marked by deep faith, quiet strength, and a boundless curiosity. He was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend, known for his generous spirit and a quick wit that...
Ruth "Virginia" Jones
Jul 22, 2025
Ruth Virginia Jones “Virginia” born March 10, 1924 to William and Ruth (Helming) Abernathey peacefully passed away surrounded by her loving family at the age of 101, after a life well lived and well loved.
A 1941 graduate of Souris High School in Souris, North Dakota she was a star basketball player among her graduating class of 8 girls. Virginia was...
Peggy Griffin
Jul 21, 2025
Laura “Peggy” Griffin passed away peacefully at her home with family by her side July 21, 2025. Peggy was born on August 19, 1933 in Clinton, Missouri. She and her two brothers were raised by their mother, Lorene and step-father Luther Millard.
She married Johnson Lee Griffin on Oct 24, 1949. They were married 61 years and to this union were...
Marie Losapio
Jul 21, 2025
Marie Losapio, 91, passed away peacefully on July 21, 2025. Born on August 23, 1933, in Kansas City, Mo., to Salvatore and Angelina (Sparacino) Losapio, Marie was a proud graduate of Manual High School in 1951. She went on to build a meaningful career as a meticulous and organized secretary, known for her dedication and work ethic.
Marie was a devoted...
Rev. Stephen Lee Ferguson
Jul 20, 2025
Stephen Lee Ferguson, 77 of Independence, MO passed away Sunday, July 20, 2025 at his residence. Services will be held at 10:00 a.m., Saturday, August 9, 2025 at the Speaks Suburban Chapel with burial to follow in Oak Ridge Memory Gardens. The family will greet friends from 9:00 a.m. until service time Saturday at the chapel. The family suggest donation...
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