Obituaries
Edna Lafern Bolin
Jun 26, 2025
Edna Lafern Bolin, a cherished mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and sister, departed this world on June 26, 2025, at the age of 89, with her loving family by her side in Oak Grove, Missouri. Born on April 15, 1936, in Strafford, Missouri, Edna's life was a beautiful tapestry woven with love, music, and joyful memories.
Edna was a woman of many passions....
Peggy Charline Burrus
Jun 26, 2025
In Loving Memory of Peggy Charline Adkins BurrusAugust 9, 1934 – June 26, 2025Today we celebrate the life of a woman who wore many titles—daughter, sister, wife, mother, artist, friend—but who lived them all with a sense of purpose, curiosity, and joy. Peggy Charline Burrus was not someone who simply passed through this world. She left her mark on it—through...
Winifred F. "Winnie" Case
Jun 25, 2025
Winifred “Winnie” King Case lifelong resident of Independence, Missouri moved to her heavenly home on June 25, 2025.
Winnie's life will be honored during a visitation at Sycamore Hills Baptist Church located at 15200 E 39th St. S., Independence, MO 64055 on Tuesday, July 1, 2025 at 10:00 AM, with funeral service at 11:00 AM. Burial will follow at Blue Springs...
April Michelle Brumfield
Jun 25, 2025
April Michelle Brumfield, a beloved daughter, sister, mother, was born September 23, 1992, in Kansas City, Missouri. She left this world much too soon, passing away on June 25, 2025, in Independence, Missouri.
A graduate of Truman High School, April dedicated her life to both her career in retail sales and, more importantly, to her family. She was happiest when surrounded...
Martha Louise Chushuk
Jun 24, 2025
Martha was born January 26th, 1943 in Gashland, MO. She passed away on, June 24th, 2025. She is preceded in death by her brothers, Richard Martin and Mike Martin, husband Larry Chushuk and daughter Sherrie Cutshall. Martha's young years were hard, and it shaped her into the strong woman she would become. A sister, wife, aunt, grandmother, great grandmother and...
Ida B. Worley
Jun 23, 2025
Born Sept 6, 1949, Ida married the love of her life on Sept 11, 1967 and was a dedicated wife to Dennis Worley for over 30 years, until he passed away in 1998. She was a loving mother who went above and beyond for her children, Bruce Worley (Stacy), Jason Worley, and Denise Boyce (Matt). She was a proud Nana...
Robert George Meiners
Jun 22, 2025
Robert (Bob) Meiners, a husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather, lithographer, sailor and golfer, passed away June 22 at the age of 97.
Bob was born on July 9, 1927, to a prolific Kansas City family of German immigrants that still gathered biannually for reunion with hundreds of attendees. He was the youngest child of Frank and Antonia Meiners who raised 10...
James Leroy Walls Sr.
Jun 21, 2025
James Leroy “Jim” Walls Sr., a devoted husband, dad, grandpa, and friend, passed away peacefully on June 21, 2025, in Raytown, Missouri, at the age of 84. Jim was born to Thomas and Lois (Severe) Walls on June 5, 1941, in Grand River Township in Missouri.
Jim spent his life fostering connections to family, nature, and community. With these values at...
Daniel Patrick Maloney
Jun 20, 2025
Daniel Patrick Maloney, 64 of Independence, MO, passed away Friday, June 20, 2025 at North Kansas City Hospital. Cremation is planned with a Celebration of Life gathering from 4-8:00 p.m., Monday, June 30, 2025 at A Little BBQ Joint, 1101 W. US 24 Hwy., Independence, MO 64050. In lieu of flowers the family suggests memorial in his name to the...
Dennis Lee Neurohr
Jun 20, 2025
Dennis Lee Neurohr, 69, of Kansas City, Missouri passed away at his home on Friday the 20th of June, 2025.
Dennis was born on the 28th of May, 1956 and lived the majority of his life in Flint, Michigan where he was constantly surrounded by many great friends and his family. Dennis was always one to bring light and humor to...
Raymond Orville Latham, Jr.
Jun 19, 2025
Raymond Orville Latham, Jr., affectionately known as "Ray," was born on September 3, 1935, in Raytown, Missouri. He departed this world on June 19, 2025, in Independence, Missouri, surrounded by love. Ray's journey through life was marked by a profound dedication to his work and a remarkable ability to bring joy to others. He served as a mail carrier for...
Joyce Rhodes
Jun 18, 2025
Joyce Rhodes, a beloved mother, grandmother and friend, passed away peacefully on June 18, 2025, at the age of 95 in Blue Springs, Missouri. She was born to Melvin and Mary (Nissen) Martin on June 10, 1930, in the town of Tunas, Missouri.
Joyce devoted over forty years to the noble profession of teaching, starting her career in a one-room schoolhouse,...
Sylvia Lake Heaton
Jun 17, 2025
Sylvia Lake Heaton, affectionately known as Sylvie, entered this world on April 2, 2024, in Independence, Missouri. Tragically, her time with us was far too brief, as she passed away on June 17, 2025 leaving an immeasurable void in the hearts of all who knew her.
Sylvie was a radiant little girl, whose giggle and smile could light up any room....
Lisa Jo Wolfe
Jun 15, 2025
Lisa Jo (Shaw) Wolfe, a beloved wife, mother, and grandmother, left to join the Lord on June 15, 2025 leaving an indelible mark on the heart of all who knew her. She left behind a legacy of love, laughter, courage, and the ability to make a friend wherever she went.
Born November 1, 1963, just minutes past Halloween, Lisa grew up...
Jim Michael Harshfield
Jun 13, 2025
Jim Michael Harshfield left this world far too soon on June 13, 2025. Born on July 23, 1962, in Wichita, Kansas, Jim was known for his vibrant spirit and an unquenchable zest for life. He navigated the world with a big personality that lit up every room he entered, making friends effortlessly wherever he went. His warmth and charm were...
Patricia "Joann" McBrayer Brizendine (Joann Rodriguez)
Jun 12, 2025
Patricia "Joann" Brizendine, formerly known as Joann Rodriguez, peacefully passed away on June 12, 2025, in Oak Grove, Missouri. Born on December 31, 1955, in Kansas City, Missouri, Joann graced us with her warm spirit and infectious laughter for 69 unforgettable years.
Joann's educational journey began at Benjamin Harrison Elementary, culminating in her graduation from Northeast High School in 1974. She...
Cecile Lee Hertzberg
Jun 12, 2025
Cecile Lee Hertzberg
July 26, 1932 – June 12, 2025
Buckner, Missouri
Cecile Lee (Mann) Hertzberg, aged 92, passed away peacefully on June 12, 2025 at Benton House of Blue Springs. Cecile Lee was born on July 26, 1932 in Buckner, Missouri to Frances (Harra) and Cecil Mann. She grew up in Buckner, working hard on the farm where she was raised and...
Beverly Ann "Bev" Cox
Jun 12, 2025
After a long struggle with Alzheimer's disease, Beverly A Cox, 90, of Independence, Mo., passed away June 12 at Lawson Manor, Lawson, Mo.
She was born February 14, 1935, to William and Mabelle Jacob in Independence.
She attended William Chrisman High School, class of 1953.
On April 10, 1954, she married the love of her...
Carrie Leigh McCord
Jun 11, 2025
Carrie, the kindest, most selfless soul, left this place of existence on Wednesday, June 11th at 7:50 pm, after suffering cardiac arrest at Honeywell, her place of employment. She was a graduate of Center High School (1981) and was employed over the years as a house cleaner, a florist, a CNA, a preschool caregiver, an office cleaner, and also worked...
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