Nov 27, 2023

 

Dale Hertzberg, aged 90, passed away peacefully on November 27, 2023 at Benton House of Blue Springs. He was born on July 2, 1933, to Floyd and Lelah (Hammontree) Hertzberg in Stockton, MO and spent his childhood years in Harrisonville, MO.Dale attended Southwest Baptist Junior College and graduated from the University of MO in Columbia in 1956 with a...

Nov 27, 2023

Barbara Jean Hawkins, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and loving pre-school teacher, has passed away at the age of 78. She leaves behind a legacy of love and compassion that will forever be cherished by those who had the privilege of knowing her. Born on November 6, 1945, in the serene town of Stella, Missouri, Barbara was the daughter...

Nov 26, 2023

 

Julia Flores Morales, a strong woman of faith, has sadly left us on November 26, 2023. Born in Mexico City, Mexico on October 7, 1936, Julia's life was filled with love, faith, and an unwavering commitment to helping others.

As a young woman Julia found the love of her life and best friend, Medardo Morales. They spent 66 years...

Nov 26, 2023

Susan Louise Vollenweider Ryan, 78, of Independence, Missouri passed away peacefully at her home on Sunday, November 26th 2023. In her final days, she was loved and surrounded by her family.

 

Susie was born on March 5, 1945 in LaCrosse, Wisconsin to Henry and Naoma Vollenweider. She was the third of nine children. During her grade school years, her...

Nov 26, 2023

 

Mark Allen Fields, 63, passed away on Sunday, Nov. 26, 2023, as a result of a tragic accident.  A Celebration of Life will be held for family and friends to share their remembrances on Saturday, December 30, from 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at Whispering Meadows Clubhouse, 4455 S. Davidson Drive, Independence, Mo.

 

Mark was born Aug. 6, 1960.  He...

Nov 25, 2023

Linda Lee (Bailey-Renehan) Wilton of Buckner, passed away in her home on November 25, 2023. Linda was born October 20, 1941 in Port Huron, Michigan to Robert C and Virginia Bailey. She graduated from Port Huron High School in 1960.

Linda is survived by her husband of 63 years, Richard F Wilton; 3 Children, Bryan (Tammy) Wilton, Julie (Robert)...

Nov 25, 2023

 

Alberta Mae Franciskato passed away peacefully on Saturday, November 25, 2023. She was 84 years old. Alberta was born to Albert and Esther (Busse) Franciskato on October 6, 1939 in Lexington, Missouri.

Alberta was a lifelong resident of Independence and graduated from William Chrisman High School. Her passion for literature led her to her career as a librarian...

Nov 23, 2023

Amber Nichole Lynch, a caring and compassionate individual who had a helping hand extended to others, has passed away on November 23, 2023. Born on October 14, 1985, in Kansas City, Missouri, daughter to Nancy Ann Lynch and Rober Haslar. Amber's kind-hearted nature touched the lives of many. Throughout her life, Amber exuded warmth and displayed an unwavering desire to take...

Nov 22, 2023

Donna L. Schemenauer, 85, passed away at home on Wednesday, November 22, 2023 in Kansas City, Missouri.

Donna was born December 19, 1937 in Sedalia, Missouri, the daughter of Asa and Ruby Chambers. She attended Horace Mann Elementary School and graduated from Smith Cotton High School in 1955. While working as a secretary after graduation, Donna met the love of...

Nov 22, 2023

Albert Charles "Chuck" Zeikle, born on October 22, 1946, in Rockford Township, Missouri, to Roy and Jimmie Zeikle, passed away at home on Wednesday, November 22, 2023, at the age of 77. Chuck was born the second son of four boys to Roy and Jimmie Zeikle and was raised with a strong work ethic on a farm near Polo, Missouri. ...

Nov 22, 2023

 

Larry Dale Williams Sr. of Independence, Missouri passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, November 22, 2023. He was 76 years old. Larry was born to Harry and Anne (Tickle) Williams on May 30, 1946 in Raleigh, North Carolina.

Larry worked hard his entire life. At the age of 13 he held a job at the local grocery store and...

Nov 21, 2023

 

Constance Ann “Connie” Black passed away peacefully at her home in Independence, Missouri at the age of 81, two days short of her 82nd birthday. She was born in Mitchell, South Dakota, the daughter of Howard and Marcella (Bucknell) Bennett, which preceded her in death also her brother, Ronnie. She lived in Sioux Falls, South Dakota during her high...

Nov 21, 2023

 Nancy Jane Hughes, a beloved member of the community and a dedicated psychiatric nurse, passed away unexpectedly on November 21, 2023, in Lee's Summit, Missouri. She was born on November 1, 1939, in Jefferson City, Missouri. Nancy was known for her compassionate nature and commitment to caring for others throughout her career.After earning her license as a practical nurse, Nancy...

Nov 20, 2023

Martha Jane Goodson, 90, of Lee's Summit, Missouri, passed away peacefully on November 20, 2023. She was born on May 1, 1933, in Bogard, Missouri. She was preceded in death by her father, James Ward, her mother, Mildred Trussell-Ward and sister, Rita Mae Ganser.

Martha gave years of service, working for Bank of America, until she retired in the early...

Nov 20, 2023

 

Carol Donna Eckart was born to Dorothy and Elmer Eckart on March 29th, 1945. She was the youngest of three children in the family home on 1601 W. Short St. Donna went to Columbian Elementry, William Chrisman Junior High, and graduated from William Chrisman High School in 1962. She met Richard Bates Ashley in Cole Camp, MO and they...

Nov 19, 2023

 

Edward Thomas Osowski, known affectionately as Ed, has sadly passed away at the age of 65. He was born on July 29, 1958, in Kansas City, Missouri, and he peacefully departed this world on November 19, 2023, at his home in Independence, Missouri. Ed was a loving husband, father, brother, son, and friend whose absence leaves a void that...

Nov 19, 2023

Howard J Kaiser, 72, of Sugar Creek, MO, a passionate man with a heart full of love and a genuine zest for life, passed away on November 19, 2023. Born Karl-Heinz Jurgen Tauber on July 11, 1951, in Bad Tölz, Bavaria, Germany, Howard lived a life marked by compassion, culinary expertise, and unwavering dedication to his passions. Howard moved to...

Nov 16, 2023

Dorothy June Alsop passed away at home on November 16th, 2023 at age 94. Dorothy was born in Pineville, Kentucky to Verda Crozier. Her mother was determined to make a better life for her daughter and at age 3, during the depression, moved her to Erie, Pennsylvania. Sadly, due to her mom getting sick, Dorothy was raised in a foster...

Nov 16, 2023

 

Andrew Jamie Fowler, 50 of Daytona Beach, FL, formerly of Kansas City, Mo passed away Thursday, November 16, 2023 in Independence, MO.  Cremation is planned and a celebration of his life is pending and will be announced as a later date.  He was born January 3, 1973 in Kansas City, MO to Jay and Mary (Green) Fowler.  He grew...

Nov 15, 2023