Obituaries
Richard N. VanCleave
Jan 16, 2025
Richard Neal VanCleave, born and raised in Independence, Missouri, passed away peacefully on January 16, 2025, at the age of 74 with his beloved children by his side. Richard was a passionate artist whose legacy will live on in the lives of those who knew and loved him.
He is survived by his sister, Beth Copeland (Pete), his children Erin VanCleave,...
Shannon David Bass
Jan 15, 2025
Shannon “David” Bass January 20, 1972 – January 15, 2025
Shannon David was born January 20, 1972 in Independence, MO, the son of David A Bass and Marjorie (Elliott) Bass. He graduated from Truman High School in 1990, and went on to college at Northwest Missouri State University graduating in 1994 with a business degree. He married Dawn Harris in 1998,...
Beverly Jean "Terry" Bartels
Jan 14, 2025
Beverly Jean “Terry” Bartels, passed away on January 14, 2025, in Overland Park, Kansas. She was 90 years old. Terry was born and raised in Iowa where she met and married the love of her life, Lyle Bartels. Soon after, they moved to Independence where they built the foundation of their marriage for the next fifty one years and opened...
Kalah Elaine Urban
Jan 14, 2025
In Loving Memory of Kalah Urban June 17, 1947 – January 14, 2025
Kalah Urban passed away peacefully on the fourteenth day of the first month of two thousand twenty-five. Born on June 17, 1947, Kalah was a beacon of love, joy, and warmth to everyone she met.
Kalah’s radiant spirit mirrored her love for sunshine and warm weather. She adored the...
Margaret Magdelene Ault
Jan 14, 2025
Margaret Magdalene (Rago) Ault, loving wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away peacefully on January 14th at the age of 92, surrounded by her family.
Born on September 24, 1932, in Kansas City, MO, to John and Mary (Shamrell) Rago, Margaret lived a full and meaningful life. A graduate of Northeast High School, she married the love of her life, Vern...
Harriet Maxine McVicker
Jan 13, 2025
Harriett (Morse) McVicker, 95, Independence, MO passed away Jan. 13,2025.
Harriett was born May 9, 1929 in Mason City, Iowa and lived on a farm most of her life. She lived in Hampton, IA, in Polo, MO, and Independence MO. She loved to cook, sew, and play games.
Harriett was preceded in death by Husband David Hugh McVicker, daughter Lori...
Karen Sue Parks
Jan 13, 2025
Karen Sue Parks, formerly known as Thomsen, was born on January 7, 1948, in the vibrant city of Kansas City, Missouri. She spent her formative years cultivating a fun-loving spirit and a kind heart that would leave an indelible mark on all who knew her. With a radiant smile and an infectious laugh, Karen quickly became a beloved figure in...
Bonnie Rosalyn Pitts
Jan 13, 2025
Bonnie Rosalyn Pitts, 90, peacefully went to be with Jesus on Monday, January 13, 2025.
Services will be at 2:00 p.m. Friday, January 17, 2025 at Speaks Suburban Chapel, 18020 E. 39th Street, Independence, MO, 64055.Visitation will be one hour prior to the service starting at 1:00 p.m. Burial will be at Floral hills East Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, contributions...
William Joseph Besch
Jan 13, 2025
William Joseph Besch passed away in the home on Monday, January 13, 2025. He is survived by his wife Lois; children, Mary, Lori; step children, Regina, Shelia, Kevin; eight grandchildren; 12 great grandchildren and two great great grandchildren.
A loving, devoted father and husband. Born in Kansas City Hospital on March 28th, 1938.
Parents, John E. Besch and Doretha Latta Besch, has...
Roy Vernon Ison
Jan 11, 2025
Roy Vernon Ison, 92 of Independence, MO passed away Saturday, January 11, 2025 at his residence. Private family services and burial was held in Woodlawn Cemetery. Roy was born October 4, 1932 in Bates County, MO to Ervin and Gladys (Miller) Ison and has been a long time area resident. He had worked as an autoworker for over 35 years...
Michael D. O'Neil
Jan 11, 2025
Michael Dennis O’Neil
January 23, 1953 – January 11, 2025
Michael Dennis O’Neil went home to God peacefully on January 11, 2025. He is now reunited with his Mother, Shirley Curtis; Stepfather, George Curtis; Father, Timothy P. O’Neil; Brother, Timothy B. O’Neil; Brother-in-law, Robert Cinq-Mars.
He loved being a US Navy veteran and was trained as a fire control technician. He enjoyed attending...
Lysle Roy Weeks
Jan 11, 2025
Lysle Roy Weeks, 85, passed away peacefully on January 11, 2025, at John Knox Village in Lee’s Summit, Mo.
Lysle was born June 17, 1939 to Philip K. and Julia Lenore Brown Weeks in Independence, Mo. He was raised in Independence and graduated from William Chrisman High School in 1957. Lysle had a passion for education. He graduated from Carleton College...
Opal Othell Saunders
Jan 10, 2025
Opal Othell Thomas Saunders, 93 of Kansas City, passed away January 10, 2025, at Kansas City Hospice House. The family will hold a public celebration of her life at her church home, Bethel Seventh Day Adventist, 6910 Riverview, Kansas City, Kansas, with visitation at 11 AM and the funeral at 12 PM. Opal was born on October 23, 1931, to...
Charles Herbert Robinson
Jan 10, 2025
Charles Herbert Robinson, 94 of Independence, MO passed away Friday, January 10, 2025 at his residence. Funeral services will be held at 10:00 a.m., Thursday, January 16, 2025 at the Speaks Suburban Chapel. Burial with full military honors will be in Mound Grove Cemetery. The family will greet friends from 9:30 a.m., until service time at the chapel. In lieu...
Betty Ruth Hill
Jan 8, 2025
The family of Betty Ruth Hill of Independence, Missouri is saddened to announce her passing on January 8, 2025. She died as she lived: peacefully and surrounded by family at age of 95. She will be remembered as a humble and kind wife, mother, mother-in-law, and grandmother.
Betty Ruth Hill entered the world on August 11, 1929 in Kansas City, Missouri...
Barbara Lea Kramer
Jan 8, 2025
Barbara Kramer, 93, of Independence, Missouri, passed away on January 8, 2025. She was born on October 8, 1931, in Seneca, Kansas, to Charles and Leora Snow.
In 1951, Barbara married Lewis Kramer, and they soon made Independence, Missouri, their home where they raised their family. As a devoted homemaker, Barbara poured her heart into her family.
Barbara loved spending time in...
Audrey Lee Harleman
Jan 8, 2025
Audrey Lee Harleman, our cherished mother, grandmother, and great grandmother, passed away peacefully at her home in Independence, Missouri, on January 8, 2025, at the age of 91. Audrey was born on May 8, 1933, to her parents Herbert & Leona Dunning, and grew up in Deepwater, Missouri. Audrey attended school in Lowry City and graduated from high school in...
Norma Frances Waymire
Jan 8, 2025
Norma Waymire’s long life came to an end on January 8, 2025. Norma will be remembered as a talented, smart, caring, and strong woman. She was an amazing wife, mother, grandmother, and friend. Her hope was that you celebrate her long life and take comfort in the fact that she is joining many loved ones that have gone before her.
She...
Arthur Curtis Foster
Jan 7, 2025
Arthur Curtis Foster, 80, passed peacefully to be with our Lord on January 7, 2025.
Art was born on February 13, 1944 in Kansas City, Missouri. After graduating from Rockhurst High School, he proudly served as a Sergeant in the United States Marine Corps. After three tours of duty in Vietnam from 1962-67, he received the Meritorious Service Medal for outstanding...
Tammy Kay Adams
Jan 7, 2025
Tammy Kay Adams, born on June 27, 1966, in Kansas City, Missouri, passed away on January 7, 2025, in Independence, Missouri. Tammy’s journey through life was marked by both extraordinary challenges and remarkable triumphs, shaping her into the vibrant and caring person she became.
Tammy's education was a testament to her resilience and determination. After suffering serious life-threatening injuries in a...
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