Obituaries
Elizabeth Aquino Maliwat
Jun 25, 2024
Independence, Missouri - Elizabeth Aquino Maliwat, a wife, mother, sister, grandmother, great-grandmother, and friend, passed away on June 25, 2024. She was 79 years old.
Born on July 16, 1944, in Batangas, Philippines, Elizabeth leaves behind a legacy of kindness, wisdom, and love. Elizabeth's impressive nursing career spanned over 50 years. She exemplified excellence in her role, guiding her team with...
Edith Velma Case
Jun 23, 2024
Edith Velma Case left this life on June 23, 2024. Born January 6, 1927, in Sidney, NE, she has graced this globe for 97 years. She is loved and missed by her spouse of 72 years, Marvin Case, her 6 children and their spouses, 17 grandchildren and their spouses, and 20 great-grandchildren. Edith loved to garden and cook, during quiet...
Robert William Webb
Jun 23, 2024
Robert “Bob” Webb, 81, of Independence, passed away on Sunday, June 23, 2024, at Centerpoint Hospital. He had spent the day attending church, going to lunch with friends and relaxing at home. A heart attack sent him to the hospital that evening, where he passed away.
Bob was born in Jonesboro, Arkansas, to Robert “Bob” and Fern Duvall Webb. He grew...
Richard Duane Huff
Jun 22, 2024
Richard Duane Huff, 87, passed away on Saturday, June 22, 2024 after a brief illness. Richard was born on January 3, 1937, in Quinlan, Oklahoma to Eugene and Ina (Cook) Huff.
After graduating from Waynoka (Oklahoma) High School, Richard joined the Air Force and proudly served his country. Afterwards he joined Owens Corning Fiberglass and dedicated 39 years to the company...
Carol Norris Vincent
Jun 22, 2024
Carol Norris Vincent passed away peacefully at Rosewood Health and Rehabilitation in Independence on Saturday, June 22, 2024. She has gone home to the Lord, ready to be greeted by friends, family, and loved ones who have gone before.
Carol was born July 29, 1938, in Kansas City, Missouri, to Claude V. and Dorothy Nunemaker Norris.
She is preceded in death by...
Milton "Norman" Clevenger
Jun 22, 2024
Milton “Norman” Clevenger, 93 of Independence, MO passed away Saturday, June 22, 2024 at the Golden Age Nursing Home in Braymer, MO. Funeral services will be held at 10:00 a.m., Friday, June 28, 2024 at the Speaks Suburban Chapel with a graveside service to be held at 2:00 p.m., Friday at the Evergreen Cemetery in Braymer, MO. The family will...
Walter Michael "Mickey" Stoddard
Jun 20, 2024
Walter Michael “Mickey” Stoddard was born on August 3rd, 1949, and passed away on June 20th, 2024, at the age of 74, after a long battle with COPD and lung cancer. He drew his final breaths surrounded by loved ones, including children, grandchildren, and siblings.
Mickey earned his living as a carpenter and performed the trade until retirement. He was always...
Sharon J. Coy (Baker)
Jun 19, 2024
Sharon J. Coy (Baker), 84 of Kansas City, passed away peacefully on June 19, 2024. She was born August 6, 1939 to Alvin and Mabel Baker. She was the youngest of two children. Sharon graduated East High School in 1957. Sharon was preceded in death by her parents and her husband, Robert (Bob) Coy and her first husband Don Windsor....
Angela JoAnn Dent
Jun 19, 2024
Angela JoAnn Dent, born on August 18, 1974, in Independence, Missouri, passed away on June 19, 2024, in the same city where she was born. Angela's journey was marked by remarkable resilience and a deep sense of purpose that left an indelible mark on all who had the privilege of knowing her.
Despite facing various disabilities throughout her life, Angela's courageous...
Brett Allen Guyton
Jun 17, 2024
Brett A. Guyton, born July 15th, 1960, passed away peacefully on June 17th, 2024, with his wife Mechelle by his side at St. Luke’s Hospital in Kansas City, Missouri. He fought a nine-year battle with Congestive Heart Failure, which eventually took his life.
Married in 1987, Brett and Mechelle created over 37 years of cherished memories. They were blessed with their...
Linda Lea Lattin
Jun 17, 2024
Linda Lea Lattin, born September 23, 1942, in Kansas City, MO, peacefully passed away on June 17, 2024, in Lee's Summit, MO. Linda was a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother, and friend.
After attending East High School of Kansas City, Linda furthered her education at Graceland University School of Nursing and Baker University. Her dedication to her profession and the...
Travis Anthony Simpson
Jun 16, 2024
Travis Anthony Simpson, 55, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, June 16, 2024, in his hometown of Independence, Missouri. Travis was born on October 19, 1968 to Robert and Alta (Wisehart) Simpson.
Throughout his life, Travis wore many hats - from being a dedicated Boy Scout and Den leader for two decades to leading the Explorers program in Independence and being an...
William "Jack" Jackson Sooter
Jun 15, 2024
William Jackson Sooter, affectionately known as Jack, passed away on June 15, 2024, in Kansas City, Missouri, surrounded by loved ones. He was 78 years old.
He was born on April 23, 1946, in Independence, Missouri, to William and Cora Lee Sooter. After graduating from high school, Jack pursued his passion for art and obtained his bachelor's degree in commercial arts...
Raymond Edward Maus
Jun 15, 2024
Raymond Edward Maus, a dedicated individual who worked for 38 years at General Motors, passed away on June 15, 2024, in Lee's Summit, Missouri, surrounded by his loved ones. He was born on July 9, 1941, in Schell City, Missouri in a small house by the Osage river, to Ralph and Leota (Harvey) Maus.
During Raymond's 38-year career at General Motors...
Loretta "Maxine" Corder
Jun 14, 2024
Loretta Maxine (Arnold) Corder of Independence, Missouri, returned to her heavenly home on June 14, 2024. The Lord granted her 94 years of life. Maxine was born on September 15th, 1929 to Walter and Lula Arnold in Boliver, Missouri. Maxine met her husband David E. Myers at William Chrisman High School. They were married on July 27, 1946. Maxine and...
Gary Lee Fiene
Jun 14, 2024
Gary Lee Fiene, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, and friend, passed away on June 14, 2024, in Lee's Summit, Missouri. Born on December 29, 1944, in Wellington, Missouri, to Harold and Henrietta (Hufford) Fiene. Gary was a man of many talents and passions. He graduated from Alma High School in 1962. In 1968, Gary went on to serve...
William Dewey Tindall III
Jun 14, 2024
William Dewey Tindall III, 75, of Independence, MO, passed away at North Kansas City Hospital on Friday, June 14, 2024 from injuries received in a motorcycle accident on Thursday June 13, 2024. Funeral services will be held at 10:00 a.m., Friday, June 21, 2024 at the Speaks Suburban Chapel with burial to follow in Mound Grove Cemetery. The family will...
Joseph Raymond Meyer
Jun 13, 2024
Joseph Raymond “Joe” Meyer passed away on June 13, 2024, in Kansas City, Missouri. He was born on June 7, 1934, in Glasgow, Missouri, son to Leo August and Virginia M. (Hontz) Meyer. Joe served in the army and his passion for serving others extended beyond his military duties into the automotive world where he brought joy to many through...
Emily Rose Nelson
Jun 12, 2024
These Are My Footprints
These are my footprints, so perfect and so small.
These tiny footprints, never touched the ground at all.
Not one tiny footprint, for now I have my wings.
These tiny footprints were meant for other things.
You will hear my tiny footprints, in the patter of the rain.
Gentle drops like angels tears, of joy and not from pain.
You will see my...
Jean Shirley Crandall
Jun 12, 2024
Shirley Crandall was born in Norman, Oklahoma, as Jean Shirley Gohde on June 30, 1930. The family moved several times during her childhood and ultimately ended up in Independence, Missouri. She married David Crandall on May 13, 1949, and together they had two children. Widowed at 44, Shirley raised the children, worked full-time, and sewed many pieces of clothing and...
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