Obituaries
Christina Howell
Oct 27, 2023
Christina Howell of Independence, Missouri passed away peacefully on Friday, October 27, 2023. She was 80 years old.
Christina grew up in Kansas City, Missouri and graduated from Glennon High School. Afterwards she held numerous job positions over the years. She worked in the retail industry as a cashier and photographer. Christina also enjoyed ceramics, crocheting and decorating...
Michael Allen Kimbell
Oct 25, 2023
Michael Allen (Mike) Kimbell, 70, passed away on Wednesday, October 25, 2023, in Independence, MO. He was born in Wichita, KS on September 10, 1953. Mike met Shelley Koehler in 1968 when they were 13 and 14 years old, they began as friends and were completely won over by each other and wed on June 28, 1975. They celebrated 48...
Carole Marie Waggoner
Oct 25, 2023
Carole Marie Waggoner, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away on October 25, 2023. Carole was born on September 29, 1938, to Merritt and Marie Finn in St. Louis, MOCarole's journey began with her education at Mercy High School. She graduated in 1955, and embarked on a career as a bookkeeper before making the decision to become...
Brenda Ann Gambino
Oct 24, 2023
Brenda Ann Gambino, a beloved mother and grandmother, passed away on October 24, 2023, surrounded by her loved ones in Independence, Missouri. She was born on August 3, 1961, in Kansas City. Brenda's life was marked by her kind-heartedness, fun-loving nature, and unwavering love for her family.
Brenda enjoyed her professional journey at World Brake, where she dedicated...
James Dale Beard!
Oct 23, 2023
James (Jim) Dale Beard! 82, of Blue Springs, MO passed away October 23, 2023 at Wilshire at Lakewood after a brief illness. Cremation is planned with a memorial gathering to be held on Saturday, November 11, 2023 from 1-4:00 pm at Speaks Suburban Chapel, 18020 E. 39th St, Independence, MO 64055.
Jim was born January 10, 1941 in Ottawa, KS...
Nelda Louise Witte
Oct 23, 2023
Nelda Louise Witte, a beloved charge nurse at the Community Blood Center, completed her final years of work dedicated to serving her community. She passed away on October 23, 2023, leaving behind a legacy of compassion and kindness that touched the lives of many.
Nelda was born on February 15, 1937, in Mooringsport, Louisiana. She was the daughter...
Donald Lee Thomas
Oct 21, 2023
Donald Lee Thomas, 77 of Independence, MO passed away Saturday, October 21, 2023 at NorthCare Hospice House. Funeral service will be held at 10:00 a.m., Saturday, November 4, 2023 at the Speaks Suburban Chapel. 18020 E. 39th St., Independence, MO 64055 with burial to follow in Mound Grove Cemetery. Donald was born January 18, 1946 in Independence, MO to...
James Orville Lockhart
Oct 21, 2023
James Orville Lockhart, known affectionately as Jim, passed away on October 21, 2023, in Independence, Missouri, surrounded by family. He was born on February 18, 1938, in Mayview, Missouri to Orville and Lillian Lockhart. Jim's life was one filled with love, laughter, and a deep devotion to his family and friends. Jim dedicated much of his working life as an...
Kenneth Wayne Woods
Oct 19, 2023
Kenneth Wayne Woods, also known as Kenny, passed away on October 19, 2023, in Independence, Missouri. He was born on July 25, 1958, the son of William and Evelyn “Irene” (Biggs) Woods, in Independence, Missouri.
Kenny was a graduate of William Chrisman High School. Kenny enjoyed going to the library, watching the chiefs, royals and wheel of fortune....
Janet D. "Jan" Brown
Oct 18, 2023
Janet Dorothea “Jan” Brown, age 87, died Wednesday, October 18, 2023 at her home in Independence, MO. Born November 9, 1935 in Marietta, Ohio to Warren and Ruby Mills, she spent most of her elementary, junior and senior high school years in Columbus, Ohio. She was a graduate of Milligan College in Tennessee as an Elementary Education major in 1956. ...
Gloria June Wescott
Oct 17, 2023
Gloria June Wescott, 96 of Independence, MO passed away Tuesday, October 17, 2023 at the Villages of Jackson Creek Memory Care Unit. A private graveside service and interment will be held in Oak Ridge Memory Gardens in Independence, MO. Gloria was born June 3, 1927 in Kansas City, Mo to John and Bertie May (Sherry) Muse and has been...
Patricia "Patte" Louise Hood
Oct 17, 2023
Patricia Louise Hood passed away on October 17, 2023 at the age of 79. Patte was a loving and caring lady and touched the lives of many with her kindness and generosity.
Patte was born on April 16, 1944, in Deer Lodge, Montana. She grew up in a loving and caring home, on the family ranch in the Deer...
Laurie Brown Eisman
Oct 17, 2023
Laurie Brown Eisman, aged 64, of Independence, passed peacefully at her home on Tuesday, October 17th, leaving behind a legacy of love, compassion, and a life well-lived. Laurie was a devoted wife, a cherished mother, grandmother, sister, and a dear friend to many. Her memory will be forever engraved in the hearts of those who were fortunate enough to know...
Sue Ward
Oct 15, 2023
Sue Harvill Ward of Sugar Creek, Mo., has battled breast cancer since 2016 and was up cooking and cleaning right until she died. She died peacefully at home. She was preceded in death by her parents, a sister, a husband, and a daughter. She is survived by a brother, Dr. Joseph Harvill, from New Mexico. Two daughters, Kelly Hall of...
Viola Evelyn Irvin
Oct 15, 2023
Viola Evelyn Irvin, affectionately known as Vi, passed away peacefully on October 15, 2023, in Independence, Missouri. She was born on August 12, 1925, in Stover, Missouri. Viola's remarkable journey through life was filled with love, passion, and dedication.Viola dedicated her career to shaping young minds as a schoolteacher for many years. Her commitment to education was evident in...
Andrew B. "Andy" Vaught
Oct 15, 2023
Andrew Bryce “Andy” Vaught, 32 of Independence, MO passed away Sunday, October 15, 2023 at Centerpoint Medical Center. Funeral services will be held at 1:00 p.m., Thursday, October 19, 2023 at the Carson-Speaks Chapel, 1501 W. Lexington Ave., Independence, MO 64052 with burial to follow in Mt. Washington Cemetery. Andy was born June 18, 1991 in Kansas City, MO...
Linda Gale Klett
Oct 13, 2023
Linda Gale Klett, beloved wife, mother, sister, and friend, passed away on October 13, 2023, in the comfort of her home in Independence, MO. She was born on October 12, 1947, in Bloomington, Minnesota to Millard and Edith "Dolly" Norris.Linda had a fulfilling career as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) and a home healthcare aide. Her dedication to caring for...
Ronald Keith Harper
Oct 13, 2023
Ronald Keith Harper, a dedicated individual who lived a life of service and passion, passed away on October 13, 2023, at Centerpoint Hospital in Independence, Missouri. Ron was born on July 29, 1946, in Independence, Missouri to Ernest and Freda Harper.
Ronald's journey of excellence began when he graduated from Van Horn High School in 1964. Afterward, he held...
Pauline M. Mundy
Oct 12, 2023
Pauline M. (Crincoli) Mundy, 86, passed away on Thursday, October 12, 2023, at her home in Independence, Missouri surrounded by her family.
Polly was born May 20, 1937, in Elizabeth, New Jersey. She graduated from Jonathan Dayton Regional High School on June 22, 1955 in Springfield, New Jersey. She joined the United States Woman's Corp (WAC) in July 1955 working...
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