Obituaries

Roy Manford Carter

Roy Manford Carter

Nov 27, 2024

Roy Manford Carter, a beloved member of his family and community, passed away on November 27, 2024, in Kansas City, Missouri. Born on October 22, 1938, in Jefferson City, Missouri, Roy was a source of warmth and strength to those who knew him.

 

Roy dedicated much of his professional life to Honeywell, where he worked diligently for 37 years before retiring...

Michael Patrick Schulte

Michael Patrick Schulte

Nov 24, 2024

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Leonard Ray Henry, III

Leonard Ray Henry, III

Nov 24, 2024

Leonard Ray Henry, III, 48 on Independence, MO passed away Sunday, November 24, 2024 at Centerpoint Medical Center. Cremation is planned with a Celebration of Leonard’s Life to be held at 3:00 p.m. on Saturday, December 7, 2024 and the Summit Point Baptist Church. Leonard was born in Jacksonville, Fl to Mr. and Mrs. Leonard Ray Henry, II and spent...

Paul Allen Warren

Paul Allen Warren

Nov 24, 2024

Paul Allen Warren left this world unexpectedly on November 24, 2024, in Independence, Missouri. Paul, born on October 27, 1965, dedicated 25 remarkable years of his life to Liberty Hardwood, where his kindness and strong work ethic earned him the admiration and friendship of many.

A man known for his warmhearted nature; Paul was a friend to all who had the...

Consuelo "Connie" Flores Turner

Consuelo "Connie" Flores Turner

Nov 23, 2024

Consuelo Flores Turner, known affectionately as "Connie" and "Gladys," was a beloved matriarch and entrepreneurial spirit, who passed away peacefully on November 23, 2024, in Independence, Missouri. Born on May 16, 1951, in San Antonio, Texas to Pete and Paula (De La Fuentes) Flores, Connie was a beacon of love, warmth, and resilience throughout her life.

Connie's journey began with a...

Sharon D. Safley

Sharon D. Safley

Nov 22, 2024

Sharon D. Safley, age 80, passed away peacefully on Friday, November 22, 2024, in Kansas City, Missouri. Sharon was born to Gordon and Doris (Crossett) Doherty on July 27, 1944, in Lansing, Michigan.

 Sharon received her bachelor’s degree in library science from North Texas State University and master’s degrees in library science and education from Central Missouri State University and University...

John Bonifacio Moreno Jr.

John Bonifacio Moreno Jr.

Nov 21, 2024

John Bonifacio Moreno Jr., age 77, of Independence, MO., passed away on November 21, 2024, peacefully surrounded by his loving family. He was born September 19, 1947, in Kansas City, MO to John and Dolores Moreno. He married the love of his life, JoAnn, on December 26, 1967, at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Independence just before deploying to Vietnam....

Amelia "Amy" Olivine Jacobs-Alexander

Amelia "Amy" Olivine Jacobs-Alexander

Nov 21, 2024

Amelia Olivine (Jacobs) Alexander, lovingly known as Amy, passed away on November 21, 2024 at the age of 83 years in Kansas City, Missouri. Born on October 10, 1941, in Liberty, Missouri, Amy brought warmth and kindness to all who knew her.

Throughout life, Amy's steadfast dedication to her family and her unwavering work ethic shone brightly. She worked as a...

Joan Arlene Croston

Joan Arlene Croston

Nov 21, 2024

Joan Arlene Ruud Croston was born on November 19, 1937, to Syver and Emelia Ruud at Jones Hospital in Hillsboro, Oregon. She grew up in rural Hillsboro and attended local schools, Witch Hazel Elementary and Hillsboro High School. She attended Pacific Lutheran College in Tacoma, Washington and graduated in 1960 with a degree in English. Later she earned a teaching...

Aimee Rebecca Wray-Trevino

Aimee Rebecca Wray-Trevino

Nov 17, 2024

Aimee Rebecca Wray- Trevino got her angel wings on November 17, 2024. Aimee was born on October 18, 1975, in Kansas City, Missouri to Robert and Rebecca (Foster) Wray.

 Aimee attended Lee's Summit High School and graduated in 1994. She was pursuing an online college degree majoring in criminal justice with an emphasis on human services.

 Aimee spent a good part of...

Mary Frances Andes

Mary Frances Andes

Nov 17, 2024

Mary F. (Massood) Andes born August 5th, 1922 passed November 17th, 2024.

Husband Leo Andes precedes her.

Mary had many hobbies but particularly enjoyed spending her free time hand-crafting and painting ceramics. She adored her family and hosting large family dinners where many cherished memories were made.

Six sisters, one brother. Last sister, Martha Winright passed in 2023 at the age of 104...

Joyce Schrankler

Joyce Schrankler

Nov 16, 2024

Joyce Schrankler, a beloved mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully on November 16, 2024, in Blue Springs, Missouri, surrounded by the love she so freely gave throughout her remarkable life. Born on April 3, 1931, in Odessa, Missouri, Joyce was a true embodiment of joy, warmth, and selflessness.

 

Joyce graduated from Sweet Springs High School, laying the foundation for a...

Jerry Wayne Nieft

Jerry Wayne Nieft

Nov 15, 2024

Jerry Wayne Nieft, 78 of Blue Springs, MO passed away Friday, November 15, 2024 at Cedarhurst of Blue Springs, MO. Private family burial will be held in Macon County Memorial Cemetery in Decatur, IL. A memorial service will be held at 2:00 p.m., Saturday, December 14, 2024 at the Colonial Hills Community of Christ, 3539 SW 7 Hwy., Blue Springs,...

Lisa Renee Proctor

Lisa Renee Proctor

Nov 13, 2024

Lisa Renee Proctor, born on March 12, 1979, in Independence, Missouri, passed away on November 13, 2024, in North Kansas City. 

A graduate of Fort Osage High School, Lisa's exuberance for life was evident in her many hobbies and interests. She was a spirited individual, known for her playful teasing and stubborn nature, traits that endeared her to many. Whether she...

Douglas Boyd Arteman

Douglas Boyd Arteman

Nov 12, 2024

Douglas Boyd Arteman, of Holden, Missouri, a beloved friend and son, passed away Tuesday, Nov. 12, 2024, in Payson, Arizona, leaving behind a legacy of kindness and love. His family and friends mourn this loss while celebrating the remarkable life he lived.

Doug was known for his warmth, generosity and unwavering dedication to those he held dear. He touched the lives...

Merle Gean Allen

Merle Gean Allen

Nov 11, 2024

Merle Gean Allen, beloved mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully on November 11, 2024, in Blue Springs, Missouri, just two days shy of her 84th birthday. Born on November 13, 1940, in Calico Rock, Arkansas, Merle brought a spirit of resilience and warmth into the lives of those who were fortunate enough to know.

 Merle's journey into adulthood began as...

Joseph Anthony Wiederkehr

Joseph Anthony Wiederkehr

Nov 10, 2024

Joseph Anthony Wiederkehr, Age 100, passed away peacefully on November 10, 2024, at his home surrounded by his loving family. He was born October 12, 1924, in Altus, Arkansas to Henry and Marion Wiederkehr. He married the love of his life, Imogene, on November 20, 1946, in St. Louis, Missouri. They were married for 73 wonderful years before Imogene passed...

Edna Ruth Reed

Edna Ruth Reed

Nov 8, 2024

Edna Ruth Reed (Snyder), affectionately known as Ruth, passed away on November 8, 2024, at the age of 86 at her home in Independence, Missouri. Born on November 24, 1937, in Osceola, Missouri. Ruth was a beacon of light with her beautiful, outgoing personality and friendly demeanor. She truly embodied the spirit of never having met a stranger.

Ruth's educational journey...

William "Bill" James Luckenbaugh

William "Bill" James Luckenbaugh

Nov 8, 2024

William J. (Bill) Luckenbaugh, Independence, MO passed away November 8, 2024, at age 84. Born January 7, 1940, in Marysville, PA to Clifford and Olive Luckenbaugh (deceased); wife Martha (deceased); survived by son, Craig Luckenbaugh, Lincoln, MO; daughters, Tammy Mick, North Kansas City, MO and Jessica Luckenbaugh of the home; three sisters, Fern Luckenbaugh (deceased), Marysville, PA, Jean Smiley, husband...

Destinii Hope

Destinii Hope

Nov 7, 2024

Destinii was born just after midnight on August 22, 2024 in Kansas City, Missouri to her doting and loving parents Maria Pike and Mitchell Holder Jr. Destinii chose her own name when she kicked Mommy in the belly while driving past a church with Destiny in its name, but Daddy and Mommy loved the name Lucky and still called her...