Obituaries
Patricia Joan Sims
May 23, 2025
Patricia Joan Sims, a beloved mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away on May 23, 2025, in Independence, Missouri. Born on May 15, 1952, Patricia grew up in the heart of Missouri, where she blossomed into a fun and loving person whose warmth and spirit touched everyone around her.
Patricia dedicated much of her life to her career as an administrative professional,...
James Edward Taylor
May 23, 2025
James Edward "Jim" Taylor, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle and friend, passed away on May 23, 2025, in Kansas City, Kansas, at the age of 71. He was born on September 27, 1953, in Victoria, Texas, to David and Irene Taylor.
Jim dedicated over 30 years of his life as a millwright at Owens Corning Fiberglass, a role that...
Mildred Ann Huntoon
May 21, 2025
Mildred A. Huntoon, age 93 years, passed away on Wednesday, May 21, 2025 in Kansas City, Missouri. Mildred was born on May 3, 1932 in Kansas City, Missouri to Emil and Martha (Wolkey) Pfeiffer. She graduated from Central High School in the Class of 1949.
Mildred married Charles J. Huntoon on September 3, 1949. Mildred was a loving wife, mother, and...
Reatha Nixon Johnson
May 21, 2025
Reatha Nixon Johnson, 97, of Overland Park, Kansas, passed away peacefully on May 21, 2025.
Reatha was born in 1928 to Francis and Elizabeth Nixon. She was born and raised in Hays and Ogallah, Kansas. She moved to Independence, Missouri, where she married Russell Johnson, her beloved husband. They made their home in Independence, Missouri. Reatha was a proud mother and...
James Edward Evans
May 19, 2025
James Edward Evans, 86, of Independence, Missouri, passed away on Monday, May 19, 2025, at Cross Creek Memory Care in Lee’s Summit, Missouri.
Jim was born in Wolcott, Kansas to Link and Pebble (née Palmer) Evans and raised in Independence, Missouri where he lived his entire life until this last year. He had many fond childhood memories of growing up in...
Alexander "Alex" Franco
May 17, 2025
Alexander Franco, 57, of Independence, MO passed away May 17, 2025. Visitation will be on Tuesday, May 27 from 6:00 to 8:00 with Rosary being said at 5:30 at Speaks Funeral Home, 18020 East 39th Street S. Independence, MO. Funeral will be on Wednesday, May 28 at Noon at Nativity of Mary Catholic Church 10021 E. 36th Terrace S Independence,...
Gary N. Baker
May 17, 2025
It is with great sadness that the family of Gary Baker report his sudden passing on May 17, 2025. Gary Baker was born August 23, 1946, in Butler, Missouri. As a toddler he moved to Columbia, Missouri, where he grew up with his parents and older brother and younger sister. He often commented on what a good life and upbringing...
Edward Clark
May 16, 2025
Edward "Ed" Clark, a man of many talents and an indelible mark on the hearts of those who knew him, passed away on May 16, 2025, in Jackson County, Missouri, at the age of 78. Born on April 24, 1947, in Kansas City, Ed was a spirit as vibrant as the city itself, possessing a unique blend of charisma and...
Clinton Dean Hunt
May 16, 2025
Clinton Dean Hunt, 53 of Independence, MO passed away Friday, May 16, 2025 at St. Luke’s Hospital on the Plaza. Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m., Thursday, May 22, 2025 at the Speaks Suburban Chapel with burial to follow at Six-Mile Cemetery. The family will greet friends from 1:00 p.m., until service time Thursday at the chapel. Clinton...
Dottie Jean Krevitz
May 14, 2025
Dottie Jean Krevitz was born on April 16, 1942, in Lebanon, Missouri. Eighty-three years later, she departed from this world on May 14, 2025, in Independence, Missouri, leaving behind a legacy of love and warmth that will forever resonate with all who knew her.
Dottie's career was marked primarily by her dedication to her family as a homemaker. She took immense...
Anna Frances Guthrie
May 13, 2025
Anna Frances (Zimmerman) Guthrie, 87, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, May 13, 2025 at St. Luke’s Hospital of Kansas City, surrounded by her daughters. Anna was born August 18, 1937 in Kansas City, MO to Edward W. and Almira C. (Jacobson) Zimmerman.
Upon high school graduation in 1955, Anna was the recipient of a scholarship to Research Medical School of Nursing....
Marilyn Stewart
May 13, 2025
Frances Marilyn Stewart passed away peacefully on May 13, 2025, at the age of 82 in Overland Park, KS. Born on December 30, 1 942, Frances was known for her vibrant sense of humor and deep faith as a strong Christian woman.
Marilyn dedicated 28 years of her professional life to the Internal Revenue Service, where her diligence and dedication were...
Ashlee Nikole Malanowski
May 13, 2025
Ashlee Nikole Malanowski was born on September 12, 1990 in Independence, MO to Donald and Esther Mills.
She was the youngest of three girls. Ashlee attended school in the Independence School District graduating from Truman High School.
Ashlee was joined in marriage to Chris Malanowski on January 4, 2014 at the Stone Church Community of Christ in Independence, MO.
Ashlee was the mother...
Richard Dale Harvey
May 12, 2025
Richard Dale Harvey, affectionately known as Rich, was called to his heavenly home on May 12, 2025, in Independence, Missouri. He graced this world with his presence for 66 unforgettable years.
Rich was born on February 11, 1959, in Independence, Missouri. He completed his education at Fort Osage High School and dedicated his career to working as a local truck driver,...
Jewell Marie Murphy
May 11, 2025
Jewell Marie (Bias) Murphy, 80, of Independence, Missouri, passed away peacefully on Mother’s Day, Sunday, May 11, 2025, surrounded by her family.
Jewell was born in Dugginsville, Missouri, on February 11, 1945, to James Elva Bias and Thelma Ann (Beasley) Bias. She graduated from Gainesville High School in Gainesville, Missouri, in 1962, and moved to the Kansas City area soon thereafter....
David Hall Clark
May 10, 2025
David Hall Clark, age 62, passed from this life on May 10, 2025. He was born on March 6, 1963, in Rolla, Missouri to George Bromley Clark and Barbara Hall. He is survived by his wife, Jolene Clark; his four children and their spouses: Laura Hayes (Brandon), Joshua Clark (Arista), Lisa Putney (Tyler), and Amy Bone (Bryson). He is also...
Melvin LeRoy Harden
May 8, 2025
Melvin “LeRoy” Harden, 73 passed away on May 8, 2025, leaving a legacy of laughter and love to his friends and family.
Born May 2, 1952, LeRoy was raised in the Raytown Christian Church and a 1970 Graduate of Raytown High School. He enjoyed his years of singing through middle and high school and later with the Raytown Community Choir and...
Jack Anthony Neal
May 8, 2025
Jack Anthony Neal, a beloved figure in the hearts of many, passed away peacefully on May 8, 2025, in Independence, Missouri, at the age of 93. Jack was born to Clifford and Irene (Kruppa) Neal on November 14, 1931, in Leavenworth, Kansas.
As a young man Jack proudly served in the United States Army, a period of his life that reflected...
Mary Josephine Smith
May 5, 2025
Mary Josephine Smith, affectionately known as Mary Jo, passed away on May 5, 2025, at the age of 88, surrounded by love in Independence, Missouri. Born on November 13, 1936, in Kansas City, Missouri, Mary Jo lived a full and enriching life, deeply rooted in her family and community.
She was the daughter of Frederick G. and Mary V. Inbody, both...
Stephen Eugene Cable
May 5, 2025
People can be admired for different reasons. With the passing of Steve Cable on May 5th, 2025, his family and friends will always admire Steve’s ability to make the most of what life gave him.
He started his life April 9th, 1951 in Kansas City, MO. He attended Truman High School and became an Eagle Scout. He then went on to...
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