Aug 6, 2024

William Bryant VanMeter, known to many as Bill, passed away on August 6, 2024, in Oak Grove, Missouri. He was born on June 6, 1940, in Jasper, Arkansas to George and Bertha (Rhynes) VanMeter. Bill was raised in Kansas City, Missouri, and later moved to Independence where he would reside and raise his family. Bill had a diverse and fulfilling...

Aug 5, 2024

David Leroy Schnetzer, known affectionately as Dave, passed away on August 5, 2024, at the age of 75, in Independence, Missouri. Born on March 26, 1949, in Northeast Kansas City, Missouri at the Osteopathic Hospital, Dave grew into a hardworking, kind, and loving man, deeply rooted in his faith and dedicated to his family.

 

Dave graduated from Truman High School and...

Aug 5, 2024

Rodger Charles Minner, 83, passed in the home on August 5, 2024. Rodger was born on July 11, 1941, in Memphis, Tennessee, to John and Idarene Minner.

Rodger is survived by wife Kathleen Minner, son Jason (Lori) Nelson, daughter Nikki (Will) Linneman-Johnson, grandchildren Jimmy Nelson, Lesley Nelson, Mikhail Jones, Lilia Linneman, and Niko Linneman. Rodger has one brother and two sisters,...

Aug 4, 2024

William Kenneth Freeman, Jr., 69 of Blue Springs, MO passed away Sunday, August 4, 2024 at Shangri La Care Center in Blue Springs. Per his wishes, he was cremated and a Celebration of Life will occur with his Bridge Club in Lafayette, LA. He was born on November 2, 1954 in El Dorado, AR to William K. Freeman, Sr. and...

Aug 4, 2024

Barbara Vickery, 87 passed away August 4, 2024. She was born in Kansas on April 25, 1937 to Neil and Dorothy Raynard. She was the second of seven children which included four girls and three boys.  

Barbara graduated from Shawnee Mission High School in 1955, when there was only one Shawnee Mission high school. She attended junior college in Kansas...

Aug 3, 2024

Randy Lee Allen, 59 years old, August 03, 2024

Randy was born August 27th,1964, in Kansas City, Missouri to Lawrence and Mary Allen.

Randy attended East High School and later went on to study auto mechanics at Vatterott and Sullivan Educational Center graduating with a certificate in Automotive Repair.

Randy married Barbara December 13,1986 and were blessed with a son, Randy Jr.

Randy was...

Aug 3, 2024

In loving memory of Kathy Sue Yokley, a loving soul who graced this world with her warmth and kindness. Kathy's journey began on August 17, 1950, in Buckner, Missouri, where she was welcomed into the loving embrace of Noah Thomas Baldus and Katherine Edith (Campbell) Baldus. Her life's narrative painted a portrait of resilience, love, faith, and unwavering dedication to...

Aug 1, 2024

Connie Lynn Petet Ritchie passed away peacefully, surrounded by family on August 1, 2024.Born to James Edwin and Shirley Marie Petet, July 8, 1957, Connie began her journey in Independence, Missouri and lived the whole of her life in the eastern Jackson county area.She was a Truman High School honor student, participated in orchestra, and was active in Girl’s State...

Aug 1, 2024

Barbara Jane Newhard of Independence, Missouri, passed away peacefully at the age of 76. She was born on September 4, 1947, to John and Alice Newhard, and bid farewell on August 1, 2024.

After graduating from Truman High School in 1965, Barbara had an esteemed career in information technology at Continental Airlines and Hewlett Packard. Her passion for her work was...

Aug 1, 2024

Long-time resident of Independence, MO, Eddie married his high school sweetheart, Belva Charlene “Chari” Mynatt, on August 1, 1964. He worked as a mechanic at Kansas City Power & Light and retired after 26 years. He was a founding member of St. Anne’s Episcopal Church in Lee’s Summit and volunteered countless hours in its formative years. He was a member...

Aug 1, 2024

Mary Elizabeth Siegfried, who was known for her loving, vivacious, kind and generous nature that lifted all those she encountered, died August 1, 2024, at her home, peacefully, in her sleep, from complications of dementia. She was 78.

Mary lived her life actively and well - working, traveling, socializing, maintaining family ties and community activities, and service roles to others –...

Aug 1, 2024

Honorable Ronald R. Holliger, known affectionately as Ron and to those closest to him “Papa H”, was a remarkable individual whose life journey took him through various roles where he made a lasting impact. Born on July 9, 1946, in Kansas City, Missouri, Ron's legacy transcends his time on this earth as he peacefully passed away on August 1, 2024,...

Jul 31, 2024

Sue Simpson Evans of Blue Springs, MO passed away on July 31, 2024 at the age of 83. She was born on November 22, 1940 in Wichita, KS, daughter of Lloyd R. Simpson and Martha E. Simpson. She graduated from Newton High School in 1958 and from the University of Kansas in 1962 with a bachelor’s degree in Art. She...

Jul 31, 2024

Merle “Mack” Reaves passed away on July, 31, 2024 at the age of 92. He worked at Armco Steel until his retirement. He loved hunting and fishing. He married Neomia Goin and helped raise her six kids. In that marriage, he had twelve grandchildren, seventeen great grandchildren, and six great great grandchildren. He is preceded in death by his wife,...

Jul 30, 2024

Jul 30, 2024

Glenda Ann Chiles, 81 years young, passed away on July 30, 2024.

Glenda was born on June 26, 1943 in Holden Missouri, the daughter of Oren and Clara “Betty” Currie.

She graduated from Holden High School in the class of 1961. She obtained her Bachelor of Home Economics Education from the University of Missouri in 1964 and a Master of Social Work...

Jul 29, 2024

Kathryn Elizabeth Estle, affectionately known as Kathy, passed away on July 29, 202, in Blue Springs, Missouri. She was born on November 11, 1946, in Kansas City, Missouri, to her loving parents Thomas John Cole and Donna Jean (Spuhel) Cole. 

Kathy led a fulfilling life, leaving behind a legacy of warmth and love. After obtaining her GED, she worked as a...

Jul 29, 2024

Robyn Michelle Chiles, a free spirit with a heart full of love, passed away unexpectedly on July 29, 2024, in her hometown of Independence, Missouri. She was born on August 10, 1969, daughter to Jerry Wayne and Delores Jean Cantrell. Robyn spent her life spreading joy and warmth to all those around her.

 

Robyn had a passion for life that was...

Jul 28, 2024

William “Bill” Dycus, 82, of Lee’s Summit, MO, died July 28th, 2024.

Bill was born in Galena, MO on September 27, 1941. He grew up in Kansas City, MO and graduated from Paseo High School. He obtained a Bachelors of Science Degree in Criminal Justice Administration in 1973 and a Masters of Science Degree in Criminal Justice Administration in 1977. Bill...

Jul 25, 2024

Ellery Emerson Griffith, Jr., 69 of Independence, MO passed away Thursday, July 25,‬‭ 2024 at Centerpoint Medical Center. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m.,‬ Saturday, August 3, 2024 at the East Independence Church of Christ located at 2020‬ Rte. 291, Independence, MO 64057. The family will greet friends from 10:00 a.m. until‬ service time Saturday at the church....