Obituaries

Eric Gibson Davis

Eric Gibson Davis

Oct 11, 2023

Eric would have been 64 on October 25, but after 12 years Multiple Myeloma (cancer) took him from us on October 11, 2023. Just like our parents, Eric donated his body to the University of Kansas Willed Body Program. 

Eric grew up in Independence, Missouri, graduating from William Chrisman High School in 1977. In 2000 he married Christina Townsend. They have...

Ernesto Saldivar Gamboa

Ernesto Saldivar Gamboa

Oct 10, 2023

Obituary to come....

Gwyn Ellen Collier

Gwyn Ellen Collier

Oct 10, 2023

Gwyn Ellen Collier passed away on October 10, 2023, in Kansas City, Kansas. She was born on February 17, 1963, in Kansas City, Missouri, to her parents Norman and Roxie Taggs.

Gwyn's educational journey began at Northeast High School where she shone as a dedicated student. Her thirst for knowledge propelled her to further heights; she graduated with a Bachelor...

Kathy Marie Barron

Kathy Marie Barron

Oct 10, 2023

 

Kathy Marie Barron, passed away on October 10, 2023, surrounded by her loved ones in Independence, Missouri. She was born on April 7, 1972, in the same city she called home her entire life.

 

Kathy was a warm and bubbly person who had the best laugh you could ever imagine. She had an incredible knack for making people...

Robert Moe

Robert Moe

Oct 9, 2023

Robert Gordon Moe, (called Bob) age 96 of Independence Missouri, the son of Clarence and Regina (Gord) Moe, was born in Yakima, Washington, on January 28, 1927.  He passed away at the St. Luke’s Hospice House in Kansas City, Missouri on October 9, 2023

Bob grew up in Wapato, Washington and after graduating from High School in 1944, he served...

Janice Westermeyer

Janice Westermeyer

Oct 9, 2023

A life that touched so many…

 Janice Ann Westermeyer was born on May 13, 1941 in Springfield, Missouri to Floyd Ray New and Alyce Louise Kepley New. She passed away on October 9, 2023 in Independence, Missouri.

 Jan was born with a very kind heart and a VERY fun loving spirit. She grew up in Oklahoma City and went to...

Billie Jean Monaco

Billie Jean Monaco

Oct 9, 2023

 

Billie Jean Monaco, 93 of Independence, Missouri passed away peacefully with family by her side on Monday, October 9, 2023. Billie was born to William and Zada (Yeatts) Huffaker on June 23, 1930 in Kansas City, Missouri

While attending Northeast High School Billie met the love of her life, Russell. They were married on January 31, 1953 and spent...

Gene Joseph Hoppe "Papo"

Gene Joseph Hoppe "Papo"

Oct 8, 2023

 

At 4:55am on Sunday, October 8, 2023, our Dad, Gene Hoppe, was called home to heaven.  Gene was born on March 13, 1947 to Lou and Evelyn (Miller) Hoppe at Wichita Hospital in Wichita, Kansas.

He attended St. John’s Catholic School in Clonmel, Kansas where he spent his eight grade school years, being taught by Dominican nuns.  It has...

Steven Vencil Palmer

Steven Vencil Palmer

Oct 7, 2023

 

Steven Vencil Palmer, 69, of Kansas City, Missouri, passed away peacefully on Saturday, October 7, 2023 at University Health Truman Medical Center in downtown Kansas City. He was born in Monette, MO to Hubert and Donna Palmer. He was married to Susan Woods Palmer of Kansas City, MO on October 25, 2015.

 

Steven attended Cape Central High School in...

Kelli Ruth Ring

Kelli Ruth Ring

Oct 6, 2023

 

Kelli Ruth Ring, 61 of Independence, MO passed away Friday, October 6, 2023 at her residence.  Funeral services will be held at 10:00 a.m., Thursday, October 12, 2023 at the Speaks Suburban Chapel with burial to follow in Greenwood Cemetery in Greenwood, MO.  The family will greet friends from 6 to 8:00 p.m., Wednesday, October 11, 2023 at the...

Donald Eugene Lowery

Donald Eugene Lowery

Oct 6, 2023

 

Donald Eugene Lowery, fondly known as Don, was a remarkable man who lived a life filled with adventure, dedication, and love. It is with heavy hearts that we announce his passing on October 6, 2023, at Morningside Place in Overland Park, Kansas. He was born on January 15, 1940, in Midland City, Illinois to Louis and Beulah Lowery.Don's journey...

Damaris Alcantara

Damaris Alcantara

Oct 5, 2023

 

Damaris Alcántara

63 años de edad

5 de Octubre, 2023 Fecha de fallecimiento

Asistió a la escuela secundaria en Nizao, República Dominicana. Se casó con César B Alcántara el 15 de Abril 1986 y de esta unión nacieron 2 hijos.

Damaris era una miembro devoto de la Iglesia de Jesucristo de los Santos de los Últimos Días, donde fue...

Harvey "Cliff" Carlson

Harvey "Cliff" Carlson

Oct 3, 2023

 

Harvey Clifford (Cliff) Carlson, passed away on October 3, 2023, at the age of 99.

Cliff was born August 29, 1924, in Three Forks, Montana, to William and Bertha Carlson, He had an early passion for dentistry and dedicated his life to the field. He attended UMKC, Graceland University, the University of Kansas, and the University of Montana to further...

Doris Earlene McLaughlin

Doris Earlene McLaughlin

Oct 2, 2023

Doris Earlene McLaughlin passed away peacefully Sunday October 2nd after a graceful seven year battle with lung cancer when all odds were against her. She kept a positive attitude and fought to the end, until SHE was ready.

Doris was born July 31st 1937 in Kansas City MO to Earl and Julia (Merritt) Higginbotham.

She is survived by her children,...

Stuart Carlton Weddle

Stuart Carlton Weddle

Sep 30, 2023

 

Stuart Carlton Weddle, a beloved member of our community, has passed away on September 30, 2023, leaving behind a legacy that will forever be engrained in the hearts of those who had the honor of knowing him. He was born on June 7, 1953, in Independence, Missouri, and grew up to lead a life filled with purpose, kindness, and...

Edward Cooper Jr

Edward Cooper Jr

Sep 29, 2023

Edward Lee Cooper Jr., 90, of Independence, MO, passed away on September 29, 2023. He was born in Independence on August 1, 1933, to Edward and Dorothy (Willard) Cooper Sr. Edward went to North East High growing up and really enjoyed pole vaulting. He enjoyed it so much they had one in their back yard at home. Edward was very...

Gabriel Michael Zukel

Gabriel Michael Zukel

Sep 28, 2023

Gabriel Michael Zukel, 25, of Raytown, Missouri, passed away on September 28, 2023. Gabriel was born on March 11, 1998 to Michael and Gina Zukel at Saint Joseph Hospital in Kansas City, Missouri. Gabriel went to Truman High School in Independence. He attended Blue River Community College for a short time before he started working young to help support his...

Connie Elizabeth Craft

Connie Elizabeth Craft

Sep 28, 2023

Connie Elizabeth Craft, 85, passed away peacefully of dementia on Thursday, September 28th, 2023, with her family by her side.   A visitation will be held from 1-3pm on Wednesday, October 4th at Speaks Suburban Chapel, 18020 E 39th St.; Independence, MO 64055.  Interment will follow at Brigham City Cemetery in Brigham City, Utah at a later date.  

Connie was...

Margaret Ann Taylor

Margaret Ann Taylor

Sep 28, 2023

Margaret Ann Taylor passed away in Kansas City, MO on September 28th.

Ann was born on February 21, 1961, to Charlie and Peggy Dumsky. She grew up in Sugar Creek, MO and graduated from Saint Mary’s High School. She continued her education at the University of Missouri, receiving her bachelor’s degree in communications.

Ann met the love of her life,...