Obituaries

William Robert "Bill" Davis

William Robert "Bill" Davis

Oct 3, 2020

William Robert “Bill” Davis, 56 of Lake Lotawana, MO passed away Saturday morning, October 3, 2020 at his residence. Cremation is planned with a memorial gathering to be held from 6 to 8:00 p.m., Thursday, October 8, 2020 at the Speaks Suburban Chapel, 18020 E. 39th St., Independence, MO 64055. Bill was an amazing chef and looked forward to any...

Clarence Burnell "C.B." Caldwell

Clarence Burnell "C.B." Caldwell

Oct 3, 2020

Clarence Burnell “C.B.” Caldwell, of Blue Springs, MO, a proud Vietnam veteran who served his country well, peacefully passed away at the Kansas City VA Medical Center on Saturday October 3, 2020, at the age of 71 years old. Clarence was born on October 6, 1948 in Foreman, Arkansas, to L. C. and Donia Caldwell (Perryman). He graduated from Booker...

Betty Jean Apple

Betty Jean Apple

Oct 2, 2020

Betty Jean Apple, 73, passed away on October 2, 2020, in Independence, Missouri. Betty was born on February 26, 1947 in Denver, Colorado, the only child of Horace Peterson, an officer of the military and Margaret (Campbell) Peterson, a nurse. From an early age, Betty knew that she wanted to help people in need. She was a candy striper as...

William "Calvin" May

William "Calvin" May

Oct 2, 2020

William “Calvin” May 78 of Blue Springs, MO, passed away on October 2, 2020. Calvin was born on March 17, 1942 in Camp, Arkansas, to Fred and Cora May. He graduated from Mammoth Springs High School in the class of 1960. He then went on to marry Vaunda R. Snider on August 21, 1965, in Kansas City, Missouri. Calvin worked...

Addie "Mae" Dickens

Addie "Mae" Dickens

Oct 2, 2020

Addie Mae Dickens, beloved sister and aunt, passed away on October 2, 2020 at the age of 88. Interment took place in McConnell Memorial Cemetery in Nixa, MO. Mae, as she was known, was born on February 8, 1932 in Nixa, MO, the daughter of Jess Franklin Jones and Myrl Lorene Bolin Jones. She grew up in the Nixa area...

Freda R. Stanger

Freda R. Stanger

Oct 1, 2020

Freda R. Stanger, of Independence, a woman of great faith and love for her family, went to her heavenly home on October 1, 2020. She was 93. A visitation will be held from 1-2pm, Wednesday October 7th with a funeral service following at Carson-Speaks Chapel, 1501 W Lexington Ave., Independence, MO 64052. She will be laid to rest during a...

James "Jamie" Wesley Snider

James "Jamie" Wesley Snider

Sep 29, 2020

James Wesley “Jamie” Snider, of Independence, MO, a man who came into the world as a small fighter, left with a tall and strong stance on September 29, 2020. He was 46 years old. Jamie was born on August 22, 1974 in Independence, Missouri, to Archie and Vicki Snider. He graduated from William Chrisman High School in the class of...

Margaret "Margie" Alma Brown

Margaret "Margie" Alma Brown

Sep 29, 2020

Margaret “Margie” Alma Brown, of Independence, Missouri, a family- centered woman who loved to collect angel figurines, gained angel wings of her own on September 29, 2020. She was 68 years old. Margie was born on May 25, 1952 in Kansas City, Missouri, to William and Juanita Campbell. She graduated from Van Horn High School in the class of 1970,...

Davie Lee Burton

Davie Lee Burton

Sep 28, 2020

Davie Lee Burton, Independence, MO, feared by bass fish everywhere, passed away far too soon after a short illness on Monday, September 28th, 2020. He was 61. Davie was born in Webb City, MO on May 5, 1959. He worked hard as a printer for over 32 years for Siegrist Engraving Company. And when he wasn’t working hard, he could...

Fern Marie Parker

Fern Marie Parker

Sep 28, 2020

Fern Marie Parker, 99, passed away on September 28, 2020, in Lee’s Summit, MO. A private graveside service will be held in Blue Springs Cemetery. In her honor, contributions are suggested to Lumicare Hospice. Fern was born on the family farm in Blue Springs on November 6, 1920 to Homer Helm and Lula (Chapman) Helm. As a young girl, she...

William "David" Stagner

William "David" Stagner

Sep 28, 2020

William David Stagner, 63, passed away on September 28, 2020, in Independence, MO. A visitation will be held on Friday, October 2, from 6-8pm, with funeral at 10am Saturday, October 3, both at Speaks Suburban Chapel, 18020 E. 39th St. He will be laid to rest in Antioch Cemetery in Holt, MO. David, as he was known, was born on...

Mariellen “Sue” Malensek (Crawford)

Mariellen “Sue” Malensek (Crawford)

Sep 27, 2020

Mariellen Sue Malensek, 77, passed away peacefully in the company of her loved ones on September 27, 2020 at her home. She moved on from this life into the presence of her Lord and Savior after fighting a lengthy but patient battle against many health issues. Sue was born the daughter of Leroy and Maggie (Thompson) Crawford on May 11,1943...

Richard "Rich" Steven Leonard

Richard "Rich" Steven Leonard

Sep 27, 2020

Richard “Rich” Steven Leonard, of Independence, MO, a man who loved taking cruises, took his final trip on September 27, 2020. He was 57 years old. Rich was born on September 19, 1963 in Kansas City, Missouri, to Robert and Gloria Leonard. He attended Raytown High School, then went on to marry Janet Hoffman on July 23, 1983. Two children...

Neal Dean Fangmann

Neal Dean Fangmann

Sep 25, 2020

Neal Dean Fangmann, 91, of Oak Grove, MO passed away Friday, September 25, 2020 at the home. The funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m., Wednesday, September 30, 2020 at the Messiah Lutheran Church, 613 S Main St, Independence, MO 64050. Interment with full military honors will follow at 1:00 p.m., Wednesday at the Missouri State Veterans Cemetery Higginsville,...

Robert Ray "Bob" Boyed

Robert Ray "Bob" Boyed

Sep 24, 2020

Robert Ray “Bob” Boyed whom was a friend to many, a free mason and an animal lover passed away peacefully at his home on September 24, 2020. He was 77 years old. Bob was born on April 30, 1943 to Raymond and Vera Boyed in Bozeman, Montana. Bob attended school at Central High School and quickly found his passion for...

Velma Lorene Jones

Velma Lorene Jones

Sep 24, 2020

Velma Lorene Jones, formerly of Independence, MO, passed away peacefully in her home Thursday, September, 24th 2020. She was 97 years young.A visitation will be held 9:00 am to 10:00am with the service to follow at 10:00 a.m. on Friday, October, 2nd. at Speaks Suburban Chapel 18020 E 39th St. Independence, MO. Velma was born on October 24th 1922, to...

Charles Linville Franklin

Charles Linville Franklin

Sep 22, 2020

Charles Linville Franklin, of Independence, MO, passed away in his home on Tuesday, September 22, 2020. He was 77. Charles entered this world on July 27, 1943 in Lovington, IL, the sixth child of eventually ten to be born to Leland and Eunice (Doss) Franklin. After graduating from high school in Lovington, he married his sweetheart, Karen Crosby. Not long...

Jeffrey Brian "Jeff" Talcott

Jeffrey Brian "Jeff" Talcott

Sep 22, 2020

Jeffrey Brian Talcott, 47 of Independence, MO, passed away September 22, 2020. Jeff was born February 20, 1973 in Independence, MO. He was the second born of three children to Lynden Talcott and Susan (Sartin) Talcott. During his youth he was active in Boy Scouts and earned the rank of Eagle Scout. Jeff was a graduate of Truman High School...

Ronald Allen Moore

Ronald Allen Moore

Sep 21, 2020

Ronald Allen Moore was reunited with his beloved wife in heaven on September 21, 2020. Ron was born on December 7, 1926, to Frank and Sadie (Sudduth) Moore in Kansas City MO, the youngest of 8 children. He married the love of his life, Ruth Elaine Marsh, in 1946. They bought their Independence home in 1956 where they raised a...

Alice Wake (Miller)

Alice Wake (Miller)

Sep 20, 2020

Alice Wake, a woman who was loved by all, and will be greatly missed, passed away September 20, 2020 at Midwestern Missouri Medical Center of Warrensburg. She was 73 years old, and of Independence, MO. Services will be privately held for the family. Alice was born August 24, 1947 in Kansas City, MO to Charles and Martha (Kilgore) Miller. She...