Obituaries

Marvin Earl Sutton

Marvin Earl Sutton

Apr 6, 2021

Marvin Earl Sutton of Independence, MO, a man who loved everyone and never knew an enemy, passed away while surrounded by his loving family on April 6, 2021. He was 66 years old. Marvin was born on December 13, 1954 in Houston, Missouri, to Fred and Virginia Sutton. He graduated from Houston High School in the class of 1973, then...

Mark Steven Middleton

Mark Steven Middleton

Apr 5, 2021

Mark Steven Middleton, 62, of Independence, MO passed away on Monday, April 5, 2021. Cremation has taken place and a celebration of life will be held at a later date. Mark was born on August 28, 1958 to Robert and Barbara (Vogel) Middleton in Annapolis, MA, the youngest of three children where the family described him as the pesky younger...

Betty Ann Kleuver (Swigart)

Betty Ann Kleuver (Swigart)

Apr 5, 2021

Betty Ann Kleuver, 88, passed away peacefully at her home in Independence, Missouri, on Monday, April 5, 2021. She was born to Marion and Mildred Swigart on October 24, 1932 in Wellington, Missouri. Betty spent her entire career working at Sears before retiring in 1991. After that Betty and her beloved husband Charles moved to Pomme De Terre Lake in...

William "Scott" Triplett Iii

William "Scott" Triplett Iii

Apr 4, 2021

William “Scott” Triplett III passed away at home on April 4, 2021. On December 11, 1957, he was born in Sutton, WV, to Lela Claris and William Scott Triplett Jr. He spent his formative years in Ravenswood, WV. In 1976, he met his high school sweetheart, Debbie Ellis, who became his wife and soulmate for over 40 years. Scott worked...

Jewell J. Gunter (Rudder)

Jewell J. Gunter (Rudder)

Apr 4, 2021

Jewell Jane Gunter, 92 of Independence, MO passed away Sunday, April 4, 2021 at Blue Hills Rest Home. Graveside services will be 2:00 p.m., Friday, April 9, 2021 at Brooking Cemetery. The family will greet friends from 6 to 8:00 p.m., Thursday evening at the Carson-Speaks Chapel, 1501 W. Lexington Ave., Independence, MO 64052. Donations may be made in her...

Stan Watie Woodall Jr.

Stan Watie Woodall Jr.

Apr 3, 2021

Stan Watie Woodall, Jr. passed away Saturday, April 3 at home. He spent 95 years on this planet making others laugh and feel immensely loved. A World War 2 veteran, Stan served in the Navy on the U.S.S. Susquehanna. He was a Fireman First Class and spent many years serving his country. Stan attended Haskell Indian Institute. He worked for...

Wyonia "Jean" Milburn (Blystone)

Wyonia "Jean" Milburn (Blystone)

Apr 3, 2021

Wyonia “Jean” Milburn, passed away peacefully at her home surrounded by her family on Saturday, April 3, 2021. She was 89. Jean was born to Fred and Velma Blystone on February 26, 1932 in El Dorado Springs, Missouri. At the age of 16 Jean married the love of her life Virgil (Walter) Milburn and they spent the next 72yrs creating...

Stanley Duane Choate

Stanley Duane Choate

Apr 2, 2021

Stanley Duane Choate, a man of God, passed away peacefully at his home surrounded by loved ones on Friday, April 2, 2021. He was 79. Stan was born to Edward and Enid Choate on September 17, 1941 in Orofino, Idaho. He was a busy man. Stan had numerous careers throughout his lifetime which included farming, logging, truck driving and teaching....

Naomi Lee Davis (Pine)

Naomi Lee Davis (Pine)

Apr 2, 2021

Naomi Lee Davis, 91 of Blue Springs Missouri, passed away peacefully at her home Friday April 2, 2021 surrounded by her loving family. Naomi was preceded in death by her parents Harley and Grace Pine and her husband of 48 years, William (Bill) T. Davis. Also by her son Bill Davis and daughter Debbie Ousley. She is survived by her...

Cato Sims Jr.

Cato Sims Jr.

Apr 2, 2021

Cato Sims, Jr., of Independence, MO, passed away far too soon on Friday, April 2, 2021. He was 65. A service will be held at 10:00am on Thursday, April 8th at Carson-Speaks Chapel, 1501 W. Lexington Ave., Independence, MO 64052. Cato was born on September 4, 1955 to Cato and Versa (Travis) Sims in Chicago, IL. He graduated from high...

Harold "Alan" Barker

Harold "Alan" Barker

Apr 1, 2021

Harold Alan Barker of Kansas City, MO a father, husband, and provider unexpectedly passed on Thursday, April 1st of 2021 at the very young age of 31. He was born to his parents, Melissa and Gerald Barker on December 7th, 1989. He was an amazing, happy father who had so much love for his little girl and an amazing husband...

Michelle Marie Dyche

Michelle Marie Dyche

Mar 30, 2021

Michelle Marie (Byrnes) Dyche, of Independence, MO passed away on March 30, 2021. She was 60 years old. A visitation will be held from 2-3pm on Monday April 5th with a service following at 3pm, both at Speaks Suburban Chapel; 18020 E. 39th St.; Independence, MO 64055. Social distancing and mask requirements will be observed. Michelle was born to James...

Major Dorsey Hammett

Major Dorsey Hammett

Mar 29, 2021

Major D. Hammett, 78, passed away on Monday, March 29, 2021, at his home surrounded by his loving family. Major Hammett was born April 12, 1942 in Trenton, MO to Dorcas and Alten Ray (A.R.) Hammett. The family lived on a farm in Galt, MO. Major graduated from Galt High School and attended the University of Missouri in Columbia where...

Jon Everett Bagley

Jon Everett Bagley

Mar 29, 2021

Jon Everett Bagley, 44, of Independence, MO, passed away on Monday, March 29, 2021. A visitation will be held from 1-2pm on Thursday, April 8, 2021 at Carson-Speaks Chapel, 1501 W Lexington, Independence, MO 64052, with a service at 2pm, also at Carson-Speaks. Cremation will follow service, with Jon finally being inurned at Mt. Washington Cemetery on Saturday, April 10,...

Barbara Carroll Pauk (Czech)

Barbara Carroll Pauk (Czech)

Mar 29, 2021

Barbara Carroll Pauk, 76, passed away peacefully on Monday, March 29, 2021 with her husband Roger by her side. She was born to John and Mary Czech on June 23, 1944 in Kansas City, Missouri. Barbara attended school at UMKC and it was there she earned her teaching degree. She taught physical education at Lillis High School before landing her...

Delois Lundquist Watkins (Hammontree)

Delois Lundquist Watkins (Hammontree)

Mar 28, 2021

DeLois Lundquist Watkins, 91, of Independence, MO, went to be with her Lord on Sunday, March 28, 2021. A visitation will be held from 6-8pm on Thursday, April 1, 2021 at Speaks Suburban Chapel, 18020 E 39th St, Independence, MO 64055. Service will be at 10am on Friday, April 2, 2021 at Coventry Estates Baptist Church, 17133 East 39th St...

Donella Sue Wilkes (Sprague)

Donella Sue Wilkes (Sprague)

Mar 27, 2021

Donella Sue Wilkes (Sprague), 61, of Lee’s Summit, MO, passed away on Saturday, March 27, 2021. A visitation will be held from 9-11 am on Friday, April 9, 2021 at Speaks Suburban Chapel, 18020 E 39th St, Independence, MO 64055. A graveside service to follow at 12pm at Mt. Olivet Cemetery in Raytown, MO. Donella was born on October 06,...

Lewis William Mclaughlin

Lewis William Mclaughlin

Mar 27, 2021

Lewis W. McLaughlin came to this earth on December 5, 1930. On March 27, 2021 his spirit soared to return to his heavenly home. His long, well lived life, was full to overflowing. The constant love of family and dear friends made everything worthwhile. Close friendships, wonderful experiences and great memories filled his heart. Dad was proud of the years...

Margaret Ellen "Peggy" Hodges

Margaret Ellen "Peggy" Hodges

Mar 27, 2021

MARGARET “PEGGY” HODGES Margaret Ellen “Peggy” Hodges passed away peacefully at her home in Sugar Creek, Missouri, on Saturday, March 27, 2021. She was 70 years old. She was born to Charles and Hazel Mathis on January 15, 1951 in Lee’s Summit, Missouri. Peggy graduated from Lee’s Summit High School. She enjoyed traveling, camping and square dancing with her husband...

Taylor Ann Siebert

Taylor Ann Siebert

Mar 27, 2021

Taylor Ann Siebert, 19 of Independence, MO passed away Saturday, March 27, 2021 at her residence. Services will be held at 11:00 a.m., Saturday, April 3, 2021 at the Speaks Suburban Chapel, 18020 E. 39th St., Independence, MO 64055 with interment to follow in Mt. Moriah Cemetery. The family will greet friends from 5 to 8:00 p.m., Friday evening at...