Obituaries
Priscilla Becker Wowak
Nov 3, 2023
Priscilla Becker Wowak, 78 passed away Friday, November 3. 2023 at John Knox Village Care Center in Lee’s Summit, MO. Funeral service will be held at 11:00 a.m., Thursday, November 9, 2023 at the Speaks Suburban Chapel, 18020 E. 39th St., Independence, MO 64055. Burial will follow in Woodlawn Cemetery. The family will greet friends from 10:00 a.m. until...
Barbara Sue Brown
Nov 2, 2023
Barbara Sue (Hillegas) Brown passed away November 2, 2023. Barbara was born January 3, 1939, in the family home in Lowry City, Missouri to Roy E. and Vernie B. (Cooper) Hillegas. Her family moved to Kansas City, Missouri before she started school. She attended Ashland Grade School and graduated from East High School.
She began her career at...
Shauna Marie Howe
Nov 2, 2023
Shauna Marie Howe passed away on November 2, 2023, at her home in Sedalia, Missouri surrounded by her loving family. She was born on June 23, 1966, in Independence, Missouri to Jack and Velma Thomas.
Shauna had a career as a pharmaceutical technician, dedicating herself to helping others. Her knowledge and expertise in the field were commendable, earning...
JoEllen Bailey
Oct 31, 2023
JoEllen Bailey, beloved by all who truly knew her, passed away on October 31, 2023, in her hometown of Independence. She was born on October 29, 1951, in Kansas City, MO to Marion Joseph and Maxine Clark.
From an early age, JoEllen displayed a strong hunger and aptitude for working with numbers. She attended St. Ann’s elementary school and chose...
Kirby Ryan Gram
Oct 31, 2023
Kirby Ryan Gram, a charismatic and beloved soul, has passed away peacefully after a short battle with ALS at the age of 54. He was born on November 19, 1968, in Springfield, Illinois, and passed away on October 31, 2023, in Blue Springs, Missouri. Kirby was known for his larger-than-life personality and his ability to bring joy and laughter...
Patricia Marie Hartman
Oct 29, 2023
Patricia Marie Hartman, known affectionately as Pat, passed away on October 29, 2023, in Blue Springs, Missouri. Born on September 22, 1948, in Kansas City, Missouri, Pat was the daughter of George David Sayers and Betty Jane (Charlton) Sayers. She was a remarkable woman who made a lasting impact on those around her. In her early years, Pat's thirst for...
Peter Keith Anderberg
Oct 28, 2023
Peter Keith Anderberg, known affectionately as Ande, peacefully passed away on October 28, 2023, in Independence, Missouri. Born on February 17, 1942, in Chicago, Illinois, Peter lived a life filled with unwavering faith, dedication to his family, and a passion for serving others.Ande's journey began when he graduated from Notre Dame High School in Chicago. It was during his time...
Douglas Maurice Fields
Oct 28, 2023
Douglas Maurice Fields, a remarkable individual, passed away on October 28, 2023. He was born to Arthur and Ruby Fields on April 5, 1943, in Devils Elbow, Missouri.
Doug faced adversity from an early age as he was diagnosed with polio at the tender age of 5. Undeterred by this challenging condition, he spent nine months in the daunting...
Priscilla Ann Meinheit
Oct 28, 2023
From where she sat in her recliner in the living room at the beginning of October, Priscilla Meinheit directed her family on how she wanted things decorated for that month.
Priscilla knew where everything was, even if the system didn’t always make sense to anyone else. Her daughter, Annette Meinheit, said her mother would give directions on where she kept...
Christina Howell
Oct 27, 2023
Christina Howell of Independence, Missouri passed away peacefully on Friday, October 27, 2023. She was 80 years old.
Christina grew up in Kansas City, Missouri and graduated from Glennon High School. Afterwards she held numerous job positions over the years. She worked in the retail industry as a cashier and photographer. Christina also enjoyed ceramics, crocheting and decorating...
Michael Allen Kimbell
Oct 25, 2023
Michael Allen (Mike) Kimbell, 70, passed away on Wednesday, October 25, 2023, in Independence, MO. He was born in Wichita, KS on September 10, 1953. Mike met Shelley Koehler in 1968 when they were 13 and 14 years old, they began as friends and were completely won over by each other and wed on June 28, 1975. They celebrated 48...
Carole Marie Waggoner
Oct 25, 2023
Carole Marie Waggoner, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away on October 25, 2023. Carole was born on September 29, 1938, to Merritt and Marie Finn in St. Louis, MOCarole's journey began with her education at Mercy High School. She graduated in 1955, and embarked on a career as a bookkeeper before making the decision to become...
Brenda Ann Gambino
Oct 24, 2023
Brenda Ann Gambino, a beloved mother and grandmother, passed away on October 24, 2023, surrounded by her loved ones in Independence, Missouri. She was born on August 3, 1961, in Kansas City. Brenda's life was marked by her kind-heartedness, fun-loving nature, and unwavering love for her family.
Brenda enjoyed her professional journey at World Brake, where she dedicated...
James Dale Beard!
Oct 23, 2023
James (Jim) Dale Beard! 82, of Blue Springs, MO passed away October 23, 2023 at Wilshire at Lakewood after a brief illness. Cremation is planned with a memorial gathering to be held on Saturday, November 11, 2023 from 1-4:00 pm at Speaks Suburban Chapel, 18020 E. 39th St, Independence, MO 64055.
Jim was born January 10, 1941 in Ottawa, KS...
Nelda Louise Witte
Oct 23, 2023
Nelda Louise Witte, a beloved charge nurse at the Community Blood Center, completed her final years of work dedicated to serving her community. She passed away on October 23, 2023, leaving behind a legacy of compassion and kindness that touched the lives of many.
Nelda was born on February 15, 1937, in Mooringsport, Louisiana. She was the daughter...
Donald Lee Thomas
Oct 21, 2023
Donald Lee Thomas, 77 of Independence, MO passed away Saturday, October 21, 2023 at NorthCare Hospice House. Funeral service will be held at 10:00 a.m., Saturday, November 4, 2023 at the Speaks Suburban Chapel. 18020 E. 39th St., Independence, MO 64055 with burial to follow in Mound Grove Cemetery. Donald was born January 18, 1946 in Independence, MO to...
James Orville Lockhart
Oct 21, 2023
James Orville Lockhart, known affectionately as Jim, passed away on October 21, 2023, in Independence, Missouri, surrounded by family. He was born on February 18, 1938, in Mayview, Missouri to Orville and Lillian Lockhart. Jim's life was one filled with love, laughter, and a deep devotion to his family and friends. Jim dedicated much of his working life as an...
Kenneth Wayne Woods
Oct 19, 2023
Kenneth Wayne Woods, also known as Kenny, passed away on October 19, 2023, in Independence, Missouri. He was born on July 25, 1958, the son of William and Evelyn “Irene” (Biggs) Woods, in Independence, Missouri.
Kenny was a graduate of William Chrisman High School. Kenny enjoyed going to the library, watching the chiefs, royals and wheel of fortune....
Janet D. "Jan" Brown
Oct 18, 2023
Janet Dorothea “Jan” Brown, age 87, died Wednesday, October 18, 2023 at her home in Independence, MO. Born November 9, 1935 in Marietta, Ohio to Warren and Ruby Mills, she spent most of her elementary, junior and senior high school years in Columbus, Ohio. She was a graduate of Milligan College in Tennessee as an Elementary Education major in 1956. ...
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