Obituaries
Rita Marie White
Sep 2, 2023
Rita Marie White, a beloved figure in her community, passed away on September 2, 2023. She was born on April 2, 1940, in Mahanoy City, PA to Robert and Carrie Leymeister. She married her beloved husband, Ernest White in May 1960, and enjoyed life with him until he passed away on August 22, 2011. Rita will be remembered for her...
Richard Franklin Knowles
Sep 2, 2023
Richard Franklin Knowles, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend, passed away on September 2, 2023. He was born on September 4, 1945, in Webb City, Missouri to Franklin O. and Leunora Knowles. Richard had a fulfilling life marked by his exemplary military service, successful career, and numerous personal accomplishments.
After graduating from Raytown High School in 1963, Richard...
Jack Dean Munkers
Sep 2, 2023
Jack Dean Munkers passed away at his home in Independence, Missouri on September 2, 2023. He turned 82 on his birthday on July 24th. Jack was born in Kansas City, Missouri to Everett and Mary Louise Munkers. He thanked the Lord every night for another day.
Jack attended Father Flanagan’s boys town in Omaha, Nebraska at the age...
Barbara Jean McConnell Hunter
Sep 1, 2023
Barbara (Bobbi) J. Hunter age 71, of Lee’s Summit, Missouri passed away peacefully in her home on September 1st 2023. She was born on October 30, 1951, in Kansas City Missouri, to Herman and Frances Klasinski (Szychowski) and raised in Raytown with her siblings. She attended St. Bernadette’s grade school and graduated from Raytown High School in 1970. After...
Edmond Leroy Saffold
Sep 1, 2023
Edmond Leroy Saffold, a beloved husband, father, grandpa, son, and friend passed away on September 1, 2023, leaving behind a legacy that will be cherished forever. Born on January 14, 1972, in Kansas City, MO, Edmond brought joy and warmth to the lives of all who knew him.Known for his loving and caring nature, Eddie had a heart of gold....
Cheryl Mary Nelson
Sep 1, 2023
Cheryl Mary Nelson, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and respected member of the community, peacefully passed away on September 1, 2023. She was 91 years old and lived a remarkable life filled with love, compassion, and numerous accomplishments.Cheryl was a woman of many talents and the embodiment of kindness. Throughout her career as the co-owner of a small business, alongside her...
Dennis Wayne Cypret, Jr.
Aug 31, 2023
Dennis Cypret Jr., a beloved father, stepfather, husband, brother, uncle, grandfather, son and friend, passed away on August 31, 2023 at the age of 59, leaving a void in the hearts of all who had the privilege of knowing him. Dennis was born on October 14 in Kansas City, Missouri, the son of Dennis Cypret Sr. and Carole Cypret. He was the...
Larry Richard Goodman
Aug 30, 2023
Larry Richard Goodman passed away August 30th, 2023 at the age of 75.
Larry was born on September 5th, 1947 in Kansas City, MO to Richard and Fay Goodman. He was raised in KC and graduated from Paseo High School in 1965. In the same year, Larry enlisted in the United States Marine Corps Reserves where he served honorably...
George Michael "Chic" Hill
Aug 30, 2023
George Michael Hill, better known as “Chic”, of Independence, Missouri passed away peacefully in Independence on August 30, 2023. Chic was born in Boonville, Missouri on April 2, 1939, to Leroy and Beatrice Hill. He was the fourth of five children (Donald, Robert, Terry, and Patricia). He graduated from St. Mary’s Catholic High School in Independence, Missouri in 1957.
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Joyce Marie Spears
Aug 30, 2023
Joyce M. Spears was born March 19th, 1936, in Everton Arkansas. She passed away August 30th, 2023 in Independence, Missouri surrounded by her family and long time companion Tony Schumacher. Joyce departed this world with the love and Grace she exemplified to those she touched daily. Her love and passion was her family and public education, serving our children...
Lois Judd
Aug 30, 2023
Lois was born August 1, 1944, in Benton County, Missouri, outside of Warsaw. She grew up in Higginsville, Mo. As an adult she made Missouri her home in Independence, Milan and Blue Springs.
Lois was an involved mother as her kids grew up. She attended every school event, sports competition, and Boy Scout activity. She even coached girls’ softball...
Helen E. Vogel
Aug 30, 2023
Helen Elizabeth Vogel, born on October 26, 1938, died August 30, 2023, at the age of 84, of natural causes. Daughter of John and Hildred Vogel, she is preceded in death by her parents; brother, John Vogel, Jr. and her sister, Teresa Thurman.
Helen was the most generous person to help care for and help raise so many over...
Teresa Ann Dean
Aug 29, 2023
Teresa Ann Dean, 86, of Independence, MO passed away on August 29, 2023. She was born in Oklahoma City, OK on August 23, 1937, to Benjamin “Odom” and Nina (Gill) Lillard. Teresa went on to get her bachelor’s degree in education from the University of Oklahoma. She met her husband of 60 years at a social gathering in Oklahoma...
Donald Eugene Watts
Aug 27, 2023
Donald Eugene Watts, 89 of Blue Springs, MO passed away Sunday evening, August 27, 2023 at the Parkway Care Center in Blue Springs. Cremation is planned with a memorial service to be held at 2:00 p.m., Tuesday, September 5, 2023 at the Speaks Suburban Chapel. 18020 E. 39th St., Independence, MO 64055. The family will greet friends from 1:00...
John Paul Close
Aug 27, 2023
John Paul Close, age 66, passed away on August 27, 2023, in his hometown of Independence, Missouri. Born on August 16, 1957, in Independence, John was the son of the late John Thomas Close I and Betty Ann (Jacks) Close.John was a dedicated and hardworking individual who retired on March 31, 2016, as the Lone Lead Cable Splicer for K.C....
Richard "Rick" Thomas Wilson
Aug 27, 2023
Richard "Rick" Thomas Wilson, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend, passed away on August 27, 2023, surrounded by his adored family in Independence, Missouri. He was born on November 30, 1960, in the same city he called home throughout his life. Rick's passing is mourned by all who were fortunate enough to have known him.From his early days...
Deakin Michael Robinson
Aug 26, 2023
Deakin Michael Robinson, born on June 9, 2006, in Independence, MO, passed away far too soon on August 26, 2023. He was a beloved son, brother, grandson, and friend who touched the lives of those around him with his vibrant personality and joyful spirit. He was 17 years old.
Deakin attended William Chrisman and Ft. Osage High Schools, where he...
James Leonard Green
Aug 25, 2023
James Leonard Green, 87 of Independence, MO passed away Friday, August 25, 2023, at his residence. The family will greet friends from 6 to 8:00 p.m., Tuesday evening at the Speaks Suburban Chapel with cremation to follow. Inurnment will be at Kirk Cemetery in Allendale, MO at a later date. Donations may be made in his name to the...
Donna Nadine Burgess
Aug 23, 2023
Donna Nadine Burgess, a beloved mother, devoted accountant, and esteemed member of her community, passed away on August 23, 2023, in Independence, Missouri. She was 90 years old. Donna was born on June 19, 1933, in Kansas City, Kansas to Adolph and Nadine Jaworski. She led a life filled with love, laughter, and remarkable achievements.Her caring nature and commitment...
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