Obituaries
Jack Robert Wells
Aug 18, 2023
Jack Robert Wells, 15, of Independence, Missouri, passed away on August 18, 2023. He was born on November 16, 2007, the son of Mitchell Wells and April Huggins. Jack is preceded in death by his maternal grandfather Robert Olson and his paternal grandparents Jack and Joyce Wells, and his sister Morgan Wells.He is survived by his father Mitch Wells, his...
Annetta Joyce Kelton
Aug 18, 2023
Annetta "Joyce" Kelton, 86, of Independence, MO, passed away in her home on August 18, 2023, after fighting a battle with cancer. She was born on May 18, 1937, in Green Forest, Arkansas to Walter Nicholas Rand and Gladys Stella (Stephens) Rand.
Joyce is survived by her children; Janice Bowen (Dennis) of Independence, MO, Danny Kelton (Helen) of Grain...
Kathryn Ann Stephens
Aug 17, 2023
Kathryn Ann Stephens passed away peacefully after a 12 year battle with Alzheimers, with her family by her side on August 17, 2023, in Independence, Missouri. She was born on January 17, 1940, in Des Moines, Iowa, to proud parents Joseph and Helen (Quirk) DeGan.
Growing up in Iowa, Kathryn had a warmhearted and nurturing spirit from an early...
Caroline Maxine Hedrick
Aug 17, 2023
Caroline Maxine Hedrick, 92, passed away peacefully at her home on August 17, 2023. She was born on April 28, 1931, in Sidney, Nebraska to Harvey and Alvina (Schnuelle) Bell.  She was known for her small but mighty personality and left a profound impact on the lives of all who knew her. Caroline was a beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and...
Carmonell "Nellie" Winkler
Aug 16, 2023
Carmonell “Nellie” Winkler, 94 of Independence, MO passed away Wednesday, August 16, 2023 at the Village of Jackson Creek. Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m., Monday, August 21, 2023 at the Carson-Speaks Chapel, 1501 W. Lexington Ave., Independence, MO 64052 with burial to follow in Oak Ridge Memory Gardens. The family will greet friends from 1:00 p.m.,...
Sharon Kay Demesko
Aug 15, 2023
Sharon Kay Demesko, a beloved teacher's aide who dedicated many years to shaping young minds, passed away on August 15, 2023, in Kansas City, Missouri. She was born on June 7, 1941, in Clarion, Iowa, to Thomas and Bernice (Duitscher) Mrazek. Sharon's passing leaves behind a void that will be deeply felt by all who knew her.
After completing...
Dennis and Marguerite Whetstone
Aug 14, 2023
On August 14, 2023 Marguerite Ann “Peggy” and Dennis Wayne “Denny” Whetstone walked thru the gates of heaven hand in hand. Marguerite was 82 and Dennis was 83 years old.
They leave behind their beloved children: Stephanie Kupper (Jeffrey), Brian Whetstone (Elizabeth) and Brett Whetstone (Susan); 8 grandchildren: Kale Whetstone, Collin Whetstone, Kienan Whetstone, Blake Whetstone, George Kupper, Brittany...
Judith Ann Rankin Harden Hawley
Aug 14, 2023
Judith Ann Rankin Harden Hawley
Judith Ann (Rankin) Hawley of Independence, Missouri, passed away at Saint Luke’s Hospice House on August 14, 2023. She was born on April 2, 1941, to Paul W. And Elizabeth May (Allin) Rankin. She was the third child born to that union. She grew up in Kansas City, Kansas, and attended Chelsea Grade...
Margaret Anna Raddy
Aug 14, 2023
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Nevada, Missouri
August 14, 2023
Margaret Anna Raddy was born in Marshfield, Missouri on February 3rd, 1932. The family moved to several Missouri cities before settling in Nevada, Missouri for eight years and then moving on to Independence, Missouri.
Margaret worked at “The Coffee Stop” for 30 years and then moved on to “Jerry’s Restaurant” for another...
Shannon Lawrence Etter
Aug 14, 2023
Shannon Lawrence Etter, age 56, of Blue Springs, Missouri passed away on Monday, August 14th at Research Medical Center in Kansas City.
A visitation will be held Friday, August 25th from 6-8 PM at the Carsons-Speaks Chapel, 1501 W. Lexington Avenue, Independence, Missouri 64052. A memorial service will be held at 10:00 am on Saturday, August 26th also at...
Donna Ruth Evans
Aug 14, 2023
Donna Ruth Evans passed away peacefully at home on Monday, August 15, 2023.
Donna was born in Independence, Missouri on May 17, 1937 to Douglas and Grace Goins. She is preceded in death by her parents and two younger brothers, Bob and Richard Goins.
Donna graduated from Central High School in Kansas City, Missouri in the spring of 1955. On August...
Wilma Carol "Wink" Keepper
Aug 13, 2023
Wilma Carol Keepper, affectionately known as "Wink," passed away on August 13, 2023, in Blue Springs, Missouri. She was born on November 29, 1946, in Henley, Missouri. Wink was a remarkable individual who touched the lives of many through her loving and kind nature. Her radiant personality was both bubbly and funny, leaving those around her with a warmth...
Eleanor Katherine Thompson
Aug 13, 2023
Eleanor K. Thompson passed away peacefully on Sunday, August 13, 2023. She was born to Miles and Tena Lenox on September 18, 1926 in La Crosse, Wisconsin along with her twin sister, Elaine K. Martens. Eleanor graduated from Logan High School in La Crosse, Wisconsin. Then she attended the Independence Sanitarium School of Nursing during WWII as part of...
Doris Jane Henson
Aug 13, 2023
Doris Jane Henson, a beloved and cherished woman who touched the lives of so many, passed away on August 13, 2023, in Independence, Missouri. She was born on January 20, 1924, in Decatur, IL, to her loving parents M. Gertrude (Lett) and Raymond Ehman.
Doris was an extraordinary home maker who took great pride and impeccable care of her...
Nola Mae Brock
Aug 12, 2023
Nola Mae Brock passed away peacefully on Saturday, August 12, 2023 - just two weeks shy of her 92nd birthday. Mae was born on August 26, 1931 in Viola, MO to Elbert and Blanche (Plummer) Swofford. Mae married Howard Brock on June 9, 1947. Together they had seven children. Mae loved the Lord and her family with all her...
Damian Wayne Snow
Aug 12, 2023
Damian Wayne Snow passed away on August 12, 2023. He was born on October 12, 1932, in Seneca, Kansas to C.R. and Leora Snow.
He is survived by his wife, Joanne; his children, Chris (Cindy) and Kerry (Laura) of Springfield, Missouri, and Kathy (Kent) Lewis of Lee's Summit, Missouri; as well as four grandchildren, two great grandchildren, five step...
Marilyn Cascairo
Aug 11, 2023
Marilyn Louise Cascairo, 91 of Independence, MO passed away Friday, August 11, 2023 at St. Luke’s Hospice House. Services will be held at 1:00 p.m., Wednesday, August 16, 2023 at the Speaks Suburban Chapel with burial to follow in Mt. Olivet Cemetery. The family will greet friends from 12:00 p.m., until service time Wednesday at the chapel. Donations may...
Verna Lucille Magers
Aug 10, 2023
Verna Lucille Magers, 61 of Independence, MO passed away Thursday, August 10, 2023 at her residence. Cremation is planned with a memorial gathering to be held from 5 to 7:00 p.m., Saturday evening at the Speaks Suburban Chapel. Verna was born April 17, 1962 in Harrison, AR to Dan Allen and Joyce (Fredricks) Magers. She had worked as a...
John Allen McConnell
Aug 10, 2023
John Allen McConnell, 87 of Independence, MO passed away Thursday, August 10, 2023 at his residence. Cremation is planned with a celebration of his life to be held at 2:00 p.m., Saturday, August 19, 2023 at the Speaks Suburban Chapel. John was born January 1, 1936 in Jasper, MO to Ernest and Beulah Faye (Smith) McConnell and spent his...
Naomi Lois Richardson
Aug 10, 2023
Naomi Lois Richardson touched the lives of many during her time on this earth. With a career spanning over 30 dedicated years at Western Electric, she left an indelible mark on her colleagues and the industry as a whole. Naomi's presence will be sorely missed, but her legacy will continue to inspire those who had the pleasure of knowing...
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