Obituaries

Fleta Fern Wright (Francis)

Fleta Fern Wright (Francis)

May 10, 2016

Fleta Fern Wright, 84, of Belton, Mo passed away Tuesday, May 10, 2016 at the Beautiful Savior Nursing Home in Belton. Funeral services will be held at 10:00 a.m., Monday, May 16, 2016 at South Haven Baptist Church, 16800 Bel-Ray Blvd, Belton, MO 64012. The family will greet friends from 9:00 a.m., until service time Monday at the church. A...

Randy Larson

Randy Larson

May 6, 2016

RANDY JAMES LARSON, 67, of Independence, MO, passed away peacefully at home on May 6, 2016. He was surrounded by family, including his beloved wife of 32 years, Jill Fischer Larson. He is survived by his children; Renee Larson of Des Moines, IA; Bonni Turnbow(Joe) of Peculiar, MO; and Rob Larson of Camdenton, MO. Randy was preceded in death by...

Edna Beard (Armstrong)

Edna Beard (Armstrong)

May 4, 2016

Edna Beard, 91, of Independence, MO passed away peacefully in her sleep on May 4, 2016. She was from Black Pole, England. In 1945, she married Gordon Dale, before moving to the United States. Edna worked for Wilson’s for several years, and belonged to the Brides and Parents Association. She is now reunited with her husband, which she has wanted....

Garry Copenhaver

Garry Copenhaver

May 4, 2016

Garry Copenhaver, 51, of Grain Valley, MO, passed away Wednesday, May 4, 2016. A visitation will be held from 6:00 –9:00 p.m. on Monday, May 9, 2016 at Speaks Suburban Chapel 18020 E. 39th Street, Independence, MO, 64055. A funeral service will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Tuesday, May 10, 2016 at the chapel. Garry was born on May...

Percy J. Nichols

Percy J. Nichols

May 4, 2016

Percy Nichols, 94, of Independence, MO passed away May 4, 2016. A visitation will be held from 9-10:00 a.m. followed by a 10:00 a.m. service on Saturday, May 7, 2016 at Central Assembly of God, 1009 W. 23rd St., Independence, MO. Online condolences may be expressed at www.speakschapel.com (Arrangements: Carson-Speaks Chapel 816-252-7900)

William Taft "Bill" Clark

William Taft "Bill" Clark

May 3, 2016

William “Bill” Clark, 67, of Independence, MO passed away on May 3, 2016. Memorial Services will be 10:30 am, Saturday, May 21, 2016 at St. Mark’s United Methodist Church. Bill was born on September 24, 1948 in the coal mining city Springhill, PA to James and Marie (Savage) Clark. He was a member of St. Mark’s United Methodist Church. Bill...

Bernard E. "Bernie" Adams

Bernard E. "Bernie" Adams

May 1, 2016

Bernard Eugene “Bernie” Adams, 82 of Independence, MO passed away Sunday, May 1, 2016 at Golden Living Center. Cremation is planned with a memorial service to be held at 2:00 p.m., Saturday, May 7, 2016 at the Speaks Suburban Chapel, 18020 E. 39th St., Independence, MO 64055. The family will greet friends from 1:00 p.m., until service time Saturday at...

Gordon E. ""Pistol"" Mitchell

Gordon E. ""Pistol"" Mitchell

Apr 30, 2016

Gordon “Pistol” Mitchell, 71, of Kansas City, MO passed away April 30, 2016. Gordon was born on June 24, 1944 to Oscar and Birdine (Pieratt) Mitchell. He spent many of his years working as a Truck Driver. He loved to enjoy his down time fishing and drinking. A Memorial Service will be held May, 5, 2016, from 6:00-8:00 p.m., at...

John L. Beemer

John L. Beemer

Apr 29, 2016

John Leroy Beemer, 84, of Blue Springs, MO passed away April 29, 2016 at his home. John was born on January 5, 1932 to Roy Burton and Mary Margaret (Phillips) Beemer in Kansas City, MO. He was a lifelong area resident. He attended William Chrisman High School. After high school he enlisted in the U.S. Navy and served his country...

Virginia Lee "Ginney" Moberg (Richey)

Virginia Lee "Ginney" Moberg (Richey)

Apr 28, 2016

Virginia “Ginney” Moberg, 84, of Independence, MO passed away April 28, 2016. Ginney was born August 6, 1931 in Kansas City, MO to Charles and Alice (Siron) Richey. She took joy in offering all of her family Eskimo Pies whenever they came to visit. She loved playing bingo, golf and entertaining her many grandchildren. She was preceded in death by...

Helen Elaine Waters (Browning)

Helen Elaine Waters (Browning)

Apr 27, 2016

Helen Waters, 84, of Independence, MO passed away April 27, 2016. A visitation will be from 9:00 – 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, April 30, 2016 at Speaks Suburban Chapel 18020 E. 39th Street, Independence, MO, 64055. A funeral service will follow at 10:00 a.m. at the chapel. Helen was born November 26, 1931 in Norborne, MO to Roy and Marjorie...

Floyd Lee Tuell

Floyd Lee Tuell

Apr 26, 2016

Floyd Lee Tuell, 88, formally of Buckner, MO passed away April 26, 2016. Visitation will be from 3-5pm Sunday, May 1, 2016, at Speaks Suburban Chapel. Graveside services, with full military honors, will be 10am Monday, May 2, 2016 at Buckner Hill Cemetery. Floyd was born on April 22, 1928 in Baron, OK to Ray and Cora (Scott) Tuell. He...

John Estel Bullington

John Estel Bullington

Apr 26, 2016

John Bullington, 92, of Independence, MO passed away on Tuesday, April 26, 2016. A visitation will be held from 9:00 – 10:00 a.m. on Monday, May 2, 2016 at Carson-Speaks Chapel, 1501 W. Lexington Ave, Independence, MO, 64052. A service will follow at 10:00 a.m. at the chapel. John was born February 21, 1924 to John and Bertie Bullington. He...

Carol Ann Bocklett

Carol Ann Bocklett

Apr 24, 2016

Carol A. Bocklett, 55, Gladstone, MO passed away April 24, 2016. A Celebration of Carol’s Life will begin at noon, Sunday, May 8th at the shelter house at Paradise Point on Smithville Lake. Carol was born Aug. 4, 1960 in Kansas City, MO. She worked at Lifetouch Publishing Co. for over twenty years until 2013. She loved all things Harley...

Anna Louise Hobson (Hobson)

Anna Louise Hobson (Hobson)

Apr 24, 2016

Anna Louise Hobson, 89 of Independence, MO passed away Sunday, April 24, 2016 at Rosewood Health Center. Services and a gathering of dear friends sharing memories of the life of one of God’s dedicated servants will be held at 7:00 p.m., Thursday evening, April 28, 2016 at the Speaks Suburban Chapel, 18020 E. 39th St., Independence, MO 64055. Visitation will...

Jake Franco Vassalle

Jake Franco Vassalle

Apr 24, 2016

Jake Franco Vassalle, 16, beloved son, found his peace with the Lord on April 24, 2016. He entered this world on March 21, 2000 in Overland Park, KS, born to Carlo and Mandy (Williams) Vassalle. Jake was currently a sophomore at Fort Osage High School and was active in forensics and debate team. He enjoyed listening to music and taking...

Victor Lee "Vic" Minnis

Victor Lee "Vic" Minnis

Apr 23, 2016

Victor Lee Minnis, 71, of Belton, MO passed away Sat., April 23, 2016 at St. Joseph Hospital in Kansas City, MO. Committal services with Full Military Honors will be at 2 pm, Thursday, April 28 at Missouri State Veterans’ Cemetery in Higginsville. Visitation will be 7-8:30 pm, Wed. at Speaks Suburban Chapel. 18020 E. 39th St., Independence, MO 64055. Vic...

Debra Rich

Debra Rich

Apr 22, 2016

Debra Lorraine Rich, 59, passed away on Apr. 22, 2016. A memorial service will be held on Wednesday, Apr. 27, at 2pm, at Speaks Suburban Chapel, 18020 E. 39th St. in Independence. Family will greet friends from 12pm-2pm Wednesday at the chapel. Contributions may be made to Phoenix Family in her memory. Debra was born on May 18, 1956, in...

Jan Isaac

Jan Isaac

Apr 22, 2016

Jan Isaac, 62, of Independence, MO, was called to her eternal resting place on Friday, April 22, 2016. A visitation will be held from 2:00 – 3:00 pm on Sunday, May 1, 2016 at Speaks Suburban Chapel 18020 E. 39th Street, Independence, MO, 64055. A celebration of her life will follow at 3:00 pm. Jan was born on January 13,...

Billie Adkins

Billie Adkins

Apr 20, 2016

Billie Gene Adkins, 88, passed away April 20, 2016 with his loving family by his side. A visitation will be held on Saturday, Apr. 23, from 1-2pm, with funeral service at 2pm, both at Carson-Speaks Chapel, 1501 W. Lexington Ave. He will be laid to rest in Mt. Washington Cemetery. Billie was born on February 25, 1928, in Independence, MO,...