Obituaries
Brian Keith Reyburn
Mar 13, 2025
Brian Keith Reyburn passed away peacefully on March 13, 2025 at the age of 52. He was born on April 19, 1972 in Kansas City, Kansas to Sam and Loretta (Barry) Reyburn.
Brian attended William Chrisman High School then went straight to work in construction. He was very quick to learn and pick up new skillsets. Brian learned plumbing, electrical work...
Denise Bearce
Mar 13, 2025
Denise Ann Bearce, a cherished soul and devoted family member, passed away on March 13, 2025, in Trimble, Missouri. Born on August 7, 1965, in Jefferson City, Missouri, Denise graced the world with her vibrant spirit and unwavering faith for nearly sixty years. Her journey through life was marked by a deep devotion to her family and a passion for...
William Frank "Bill" Washburn
Mar 12, 2025
William F. (Bill) Washburn, 80, of Lake Ozark, MO passed away quietly on March 12, 2025 at St Luke’s Hospice House in Kansas City, Missouri.
Bill grew up in Versailles and attended both elementary and high school there. Following high school, he attended the University of Missouri in Columbia, and University of Central Missouri in Warrensburg, where he obtained a Bachelor’s...
William Andrew Pugh
Mar 12, 2025
William Andrew Pugh, 76 of Lee’s Summit, MO passed away Wednesday, March 12, 2025 at Saint Luke’s East Hospital. Funeral Mass will be held at 12:00 p.m., Monday at Holy Spirit Catholic Church, 1800 MO-150, Lee's Summit, MO 64082 with cremation to follow. The family will greet friends from 10:00 am until 11:30 am on Monday at the church followed...
Anthony Michael Braughton
Mar 10, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Anthony Michael Braughton, who left this world far too soon on March 10, 2025, in Kansas City, Missouri. He was 37 years old. Anthony was born on October 17, 1987, in Kansas City to Lynn and Bobbie (Loomis) Braughton.
Anthony graduated from Fort Osage High School. He was a dedicated...
Kenneth Lee Gerdts
Mar 10, 2025
Kenneth Lee Gerdts, affectionately known as Ken or Kenny, passed away on March 10, 2025, in Lee's Summit, Missouri, at the age of 82 years. Born on February 6, 1943, in Clarinda, Iowa, to Irvin and Hazel Gerdts, Ken led a life dedicated to his family.
Ken's professional journey began after graduating high school, where he pursued college courses before becoming...
Virginia Rose Klussman Knoche
Mar 10, 2025
Virginia Rose Klussman Knoche, age 91 years, passed away on March 10, 2025 in Independence, Missouri. Born on April 2, 1933 to Charles Henry Fieth and Emma Marie (Boedeker) Fieth in Mayview, Missouri. Virginia’s journey through life was marked by love, family and a passionate pursuit of her interests.
Virginia married Vernon Henry Klussman on February 10, 1956, and together they...
Jessie Alvin "Al" Peters
Mar 9, 2025
Jessie “Al” Alvin Peters, 94, of Independence, MO passed away peacefully in his sleep at home on Sunday, March 9. Al was married to Janis (Reese) for 71 years.
Al was born December 9, 1930, to John and Georgia Peters in Independence, MO. He was the youngest of 6 brothers. They were all raised in the church which led to Al...
Sean Andrew Kidneigh
Mar 7, 2025
Sean Andrew Kidneigh, 32, passed away on March 7, 2025, in Blue Springs, Missouri. Born on September 29, 1992, in Slymar, California, Sean brought warmth, intelligence, and laughter into the lives of all who knew him.
Sean grew up in Las Vegas, Nevada, with his mother, Elizabeth Payton, Father, Rudy Machado, and sisters Jessica Kidneigh, and Samantha Capps. His family moved...
Blanca Azucena Sanchez
Mar 7, 2025
Blanca Azucena Sanchez passed away in Kansas City, Missouri on Friday, March 7, 2025 at the age of 43 years. She was born on May 9,1981 in Chihuahua, Mexico to Eleodoro Sanchez and Edelmira Chaparro and moved to the United States in 2000.
She was a very happy, sweet young woman who was easy to befriend because of her simplicity and...
Dawna Sue Christofferson
Mar 7, 2025
Dawna Sue Christofferson, 61 of Lee’s Summit, MO passed away Friday, March 7, 2025 at her residence. Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m., Saturday, March 15, 2025 at the Speaks Suburban Chapel with burial at Six Mile Cemetery. The family will greet friends from 1:00 p.m., until service time Saturday at the chapel. Dawna was born November 25,...
Joseph Michael Muncy
Mar 7, 2025
Joseph Michael Muncy, lovingly known as Joe or Joe Mike, was born on January 20, 1969, in Kansas City, Missouri. He entered into rest much too soon on March 7, 2025, surrounded by love. Joe's vibrant spirit left an indelible mark on all who had the privilege of knowing him. He was a fun-loving individual who embraced life with an...
Sharon Louise Williamson
Mar 6, 2025
Sharon Louise Williamson, a loving wife, devoted mother, and cherished friend, passed away peacefully on March 6, 2025, in Independence, Missouri, at the age of 81. She was born on August 29, 1943, in Kansas City, Missouri, daughter to Jack and Sara (Blackwell) Cook, where her vibrant spirit and love for life began to take shape.
Sharon was a dedicated paralegal,...
Nicole Marie Schnakenberg
Mar 6, 2025
Nicole Marie Timberlake-Schnakenberg was born in Blue Springs, Missouri on September 4th, 1979 and passed away peacefully March 6th, 2025 at her home in Independence, Missouri. She was a warm and loving Mother, Daughter, Grandmother, Aunt, Sister, and friend to so many.
Nicole graduated from Blue Springs High School in 1997 where she participated in many extra curricular activities and programs....
Forrest H. Harrell
Mar 6, 2025
Forrest H. Harrell, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, passed away peacefully on March 6, 2025, in Kansas City, Missouri, surrounded by family. He was born on April 9, 1933, in Plad, Missouri, son to Forrest R. and Essie (Barry) Harrell.
Forrest dedicated more than 30 years of his life as a truck driver and retired from Graham Truck Line....
Jeanne Marie Brown
Mar 6, 2025
Jeanne Marie Brown, a cherished educator and passionate artist, passed away on March 6, 2025, at the age of 69 in Kansas City, Missouri. Born on June 22, 1955, in Independence, Missouri, Jeanne lived a life rich with creativity, exploration, and a deep commitment to nurturing the artistic talents of countless students throughout her career.
Jeanne dedicated herself to education, working...
Virginia "Ruth" Turner
Mar 5, 2025
Virginia Ruth Turner was born on September 12, 1931, and passed away on March 5, 2025.
On December 21, 1952, Ruth married Robert (Bob) Turner. To that marriage two daughters were born, Debra and Jan (Bill); 3 grandchildren, Paul Marsh (Riane), Calla Marsh, Michael Marsh (Joanna) and great-grandson, Felix Marsh. Bob and Ruth were married 67 years.
Bob, being a Community of...
Sister Mary Josephine Boyles, OSF
Mar 3, 2025
Dolores Elaine was born April 23, 1932, to Josephine Schmedding Boyles and William Owens Boyles in Kansas City, Missouri. She grew up on a farm in Germantown, Missouri, with her grandparents Joseph Henry and Minnie Schmedding. Family life in the Schmedding household revolved around the parish of St. Ludger, Dolores, and the farm, in that order. Grandpa Joe was the...
Margaret Grace McDowell
Mar 2, 2025
Margaret Grace McDowell passed away peacefully on March 2, 2025. Margaret was born on July 12, 1951, in Wichita, Kansas to Ron and Marian (Barritt) Manuel.
She graduated from Truman High School in the class of 1969 and went on to college at Graceland College (now Graceland University), graduating in 1973 with a BA in Education.
Several years after graduating from college,...
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