Obituaries
Kevin Douglas Castle
Feb 24, 2025
Kevin Douglas Castle, age 71, passed away on February 24, at the Missouri Habilitation Center in Higginsville, where he had resided for the past 60 years. A Celebration of Life will be held on Monday, March 3, at the Speaks Suburban Chapel, 18020 E. 39th St. S., Independence, MO. Visitation begins at 9:00 a.m., followed by the Service at 10:00...
James Frederick Merideth
Feb 24, 2025
Born a Christmas gift to Harry and Sue on December 25,1944 Jim was a sweet bundle of joy to his parents. As a blond-haired green-eyed boy, he was adored by many. He had a sweet spirit and always a helping hand. He loved a good challenge when it came to fixing or building things. It had to be perfect and...
Sandra Marie Nagel
Feb 23, 2025
Sandra Marie Nagel, born on September 11, 1950, in Glasgow, Missouri, left this world on February 23, 2025, in Grain Valley, Missouri. She graced the lives of those around her with a kindness and love that knew no bounds. For many years, she dedicated herself to a successful career in sales at Sprint, where her direct and engaging personality shined...
Sandra "Sandy" Rae Heishman
Feb 23, 2025
Sandy was born on August 9th 1946 in Carthage, MO. She was the daughter of Kenneth and Lois Baker.
She married husband Delmar "Del" Heishman on August 24th, 1962. They had three children: Sherri Graham (Michael), Terri Davis (Mark), and Delray Heishman (Teresa). They were blessed with 5 grandkids and many great -grandkids, nieces, nephews and cousins.
Sandy worked many years as...
Catherine Liebach Anthony
Feb 22, 2025
Catherine Liebach Anthony was born in Norman, MO on May 28, 1921 and resided in Independence, MO from 1959 until her death on February 22, 2025 at 103. Family visitation will be from 11am-12:40pm. There will be a rosary recited at 12:40pm-1pm and funeral Mass at 1pm, all on Friday, March 7, 2025, at Nativity of Mary Parish, Independence, MO...
Floyd “Corky” W. Dickson
Feb 22, 2025
Floyd "Corky" Dickson was born in Sedalia, MO, age 92 of Independence MO, passed away peacefully on February 22nd, 2025, surrounded by his family. Corky served in the Marine Corp and was awarded a Purple Heart in the Korean War; he served his country proudly. Once he returned home, he married Ona Lou Nelson in 1956. They have two son's...
Dale Dean Hasty
Feb 21, 2025
Obituary to come soon.
Cremation is planned with a memorial service to take place at a later date.
Eugene C. Romine
Feb 21, 2025
Eugene C. “Gene” Romine, of Kansas City, Missouri, passed away February 21, 2025 at John Knox Care Center in Lee’s Summit, Missouri. He was 95 years of age.
Eugene Romine was born Aug. 20th, 1929, to Clair and Mable Romine in Harveryville, KS. He had 4 siblings, 2 brothers and 2 sisters. He was married to Emogene Romine on Aug. 19th,...
Linda Joyce Ingels
Feb 21, 2025
Mrs. Linda Joyce Ingels (nee`Gilbert), 69, passed away on February 21,2025, in Kansas City, Missouri.
Born on December 17, 1955, in Independence, Missouri, Linda grew up with a strong sense of determination and warmth that carried her through life. She pursued her education at Platte Business College, earning a certificate in business. Her career as an insurance investigator spanned 23 years,...
Fred L. Freers
Feb 21, 2025
Fred Freers, 86, passed away on February 21, 2025. He was born on June 8, 1938, to Charles Freers and Grace Fennell, who preceded him in death, along with his beloved wife, Sylvia Freers.
Fred is survived by his Brother Edward Freers and wife, Corrine. Also, his son, Jerome Freers; daughters, Stella Preator and husband Chad, and Rene’ Roxanne Durham; and...
Patricia Louise Mura
Feb 19, 2025
Patricia Louise was born alongside her twin sister Pamela Louise in San Antonio, TX in 1954. She was raised along with her 5 siblings by their mother, Marilyn Louise.
After moving across the country for much of her life, Pat eventually settled down near Independence, MO. She met the love of her life, Tom Mura, during their time working at the...
Robert Kent Gearke
Feb 18, 2025
Robert Kent Gearke, 72, of Raytown, Missouri, passed away on February 18, 2025, at his home. Mr. Gearke, known to friends and family as Bob, was born January 18, 1953, in Le Mars, Iowa to Glenn & Ruth (Rohlfson) Gearke. He moved to the Kansas City area following graduation from the Iowa State University where he earned a degree in...
Everett William Downs
Feb 18, 2025
Everett William Downs, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend, passed away on February 18, 2025, in Holt, Missouri, at the age of 82. Born in Kansas City, Missouri, on March 3, 1942, Everett was known for his hard-working and selfless nature, always putting the needs of his friends and family above his own.
Everett's career spanned 32 years at Ford,...
June Carol Sarratt
Feb 18, 2025
June Carol (Smith) Sarratt, of Independence, Missouri, passed away at the Groves Care Center on February 18, 2025. She was 86 years of age. June was born on May 30, 1938, to Elder Kenneth Julian and Edna Rae (Flint) Smith. June was an active member of the Church of Christ Temple Lot and enjoyed traveling with her husband visiting members...
Clarence Ray Luther
Feb 17, 2025
Clarence Ray Luther, 88 of Kansas City, passed peacefully at home Monday, February 17, surrounded by his family and loved ones. Clarence was born on September 17, 1936, to Halcomb and Brunetta Luther of Blue Springs, Missouri. Clarence was preceded in death by his parents and brother, Carl Dean Luther. He is survived by his sister Shirley Johnson, his wife...
Margaret Lou Ellen Eads
Feb 16, 2025
Margaret Lou Ellen Eads, affectionately known as Margie, was born on May 28, 1930, in Kansas City, Missouri. She departed from this world on February 16, 2025, in Independence, Missouri, leaving behind a rich tapestry of memories woven through the lives she touched and the love she shared.
Margie dedicated many years of her life to her craft as a seamstress...
Clayton Ray Stagner
Feb 16, 2025
Clayton Ray Stagner, 64 of Independence, MO passed away Sunday, February 16, 2025 at Alpine Breeze Health and Wellness. Cremation is planned with a memorial gathering to celebrate Clayton’s life to be held from 2-4:00 p.m., Monday, February 24, 2025 at the Carson-Speaks Chapel. Clayton was born October 17, 1960 in Denver, Colorado to Joseph and Georgia Mae (Wright) Stagner...
Vera Ruth Martin
Feb 16, 2025
Vera Ruth Martin, 92, of Independence, Missouri passed away February 16, 2025 at NorthCare Hospice House in North Kansas City, Missouri.
Vera was born on October 7, 1932 in St. Louis, Missouri, to John Henry Eckert and Olinda Carolina Anna (nee’ Wolter) Eckert. The family moved to a farm outside of Warrenton, Missouri during her early childhood years, where she learned...
Donna Williams
Feb 16, 2025
March 19th, 1933, in the countryside between Syracuse and Tipton, Missouri, a girl is born to the Yarnell Family and they would call her Donna Dee. Donna Dee would have no siblings.
April 29th, 1927, in the small town of Carrollton, Kentucky, at the convergence of Big Kentucky River and the Ohio River, a boy is born to the Williams...
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