Obituaries
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...
Priscilla "Pat" Ann Likely
Aug 10, 2023
Priscilla Ann Likely, an esteemed Samples Manager at Hallmark for 28 years, until her retirement on April 4, 2006, passed away on August 10, 2023. Born in Kansas City, Kansas on January 19, 1942, Priscilla's life journey was one of dedication and love for her family and community in Independence, Missouri. As we bid farewell to this remarkable woman, it...
Lloyd James Briggs
Aug 9, 2023
Lloyd J. Briggs, 96, of Independence Missouri, passed away Wednesday August 9th at his home. He was born July 15, 1927 in Fairfield Iowa to James and Thelma Briggs. Lloyd earned a Bachelor’s degree from UMKC, and also served in the United States Navy V5 program. He married Maxine Zwonitzer from Huntsville Missouri on December 31st (New Year’s Eve) of...
John Joseph Johnson, Jr.
Aug 9, 2023
“Joe” John Joseph Johnson, Jr. was a man who embodied hard work, and a deep love for his family. Joe’s journey began on June 1st, 1958, in Independence, Missouri, where he was born to his beloved parents John Joseph Johnson Sr. and Marcia Jean (Leibrecht) Johnson Burks.
Shortly after graduating from Fort Osage High School in 1976, Joe met a...
Margaret Elaine Johnson
Aug 9, 2023
Margaret "Toto" Elaine Johnson, a beloved wife, mother, daughter, sister, aunt, grandmother, and friend, passed away on August 9, 2023. She was 76 years old.
She was born on December 1st, 1946, in a humble farmhouse in Madison, Missouri.
Margaret worked 17 years as a Tax Examiner for the IRS, where she displayed not only her exceptional attention to...
Pamela Rae Conner
Aug 8, 2023
Pamela Rae Conner 52, of Independence MO went to be with the lord on August 8, 2023, after a courageous battle with cancer and kidney failure. She was an avid chiefs fan and enjoyed watching and going to games, she had made several trips with family and friends to attend chiefs away games. She enjoyed taking family trips and spending...
Maureen Anne Hunt
Aug 8, 2023
Maureen Anne Hunt of Independence, Missouri, died on August 8, 2023, surrounded by her family at St. Luke’s Hospital East. Maureen was 79 years old.
Maureen was born in Kansas City, Missouri in May of 1944 and is survived by her two children, Anne McClain and Patrick Hunt, and her six grandchildren, Peyton McClain, Brennen McClain, Addison McClain, Braeden Hunt,...
Mary Alice Washington
Aug 7, 2023
Mary Alice Washington, beloved wife, mother, and friend, went to be with the Lord on August 7, 2023, in North Kansas City at the age of 83. She was born on March 15, 1940, in Ottawa, Kansas to her loving parents. Mary Alice was known for her strength, fighting spirit, kind heart, and her unwavering ability to speak her mind. Mary...
Katherine Genevieve Novak
Aug 6, 2023
Katherine Genevieve Novak, a beloved member of the community, passed away peacefully on August 6, 2023, in Sugar Creek, Missouri. She was born on April 18, 1933, in Kansas City, Kansas, to Frank and Anna Kratofil. She married Jerry Novak on April 21, 1956, he precedes her in death.
Katherine dedicated over fifty years of her life to...
Ryan Wayne Sinnard
Aug 5, 2023
Ryan Wayne Sinnard “Catfish” 36 years old unexpectedly passed away on August 5, 2023 at St. Mary’s Medical Center in Blue Springs, MO.
Born July 12, 1987 in KCMO to Stacy Harris and Timothy Sinnard.
Ryan was raised by his dad Tim and mom Karen. Where he attended Mill Creek Elementary and then graduated from William Chrisman High School...
Velva Louise Trotter
Aug 4, 2023
Velva Louise Trotter, a beloved and cherished individual, entered into rest on August 4, 2023, in the serene city of Vero Beach, Florida. Born on February 4, 1937, in the vibrant city of Kansas City, Missouri, Velva's life journey was one marked by dedication and love in every aspect.From a young age, Velva pursued her education with vigor and graduated from Northeast High...
Thomas Henry Bennett
Aug 4, 2023
Tom Bennett, 86, of Independence, MO, passed away peacefully at his home on Friday August 4, 2023. Tom was born in Saginaw, Michigan on June 21, 1937, to Ezra and Virginia Bennett. Tom is survived by his wife of 55 years, Kathleen, daughters Sherrie Buckley (Anthony) of Mullingar, Ireland and Debra Bennett of Minneapolis, MN, brother Guy Bennett (Dawn) of...
Louise Oleen Smith
Aug 4, 2023
Louise Oleen Smith, 94, of Independence, MO, passed away on Friday, August 4, 2023. Louise was born on December 18, 1928, in Independence, MO to Staurt and Emma (Meggers) Tandberg. She graduated from Omaha Technical High School and went on to complete her bachelor’s and master’s degrees from UMKC. In 1950, Louise married Lawrence “Larry” Smith. She taught Senior English...
Richard Lee McCormick
Aug 3, 2023
RICHARD LEE McCORMICK
Richard Lee McCormick, 88 of Independence, MO passed away Thursday, August 3, 2023 at his residence. Private interment will be held at Mt. Washington Cemetery and a celebration of Richard’s life will be held at 3:00 p.m., Friday, August 11, 2023 at Sycamore Hills Baptist Church. He was born August 30, 1934 in Kansas City, MO...
Noel J. Lombardo
Aug 3, 2023
Noel Jean Lombardo of Independence, Missouri was surrounded by her granddaughters when she passed away on August 3, 2023. Noel grew up in Wyoming with 3 sisters and 1 brother. Noel moved to Cutbank,
Montana and met the love of her life, Michael Lombardo, when he came to pick up her sister for a date. When her sister declined, Noel...
Janice "Jan" Scott
Aug 2, 2023
Janice Ann (Jan) Scott, age 76, formerly of Lee’s Summit, MO, died peacefully on Wednesday, August 2, 2023, at Luther Manor Senior Nursing Facility in Hannibal, Missouri.
Jan was born April 8, 1947, in Kansas City, MO. She was the daughter of Luther Gordon and Marjorie Elaine Vandeventer, and the eldest of three children. Jan graduated from Raytown...
Stella Marie McMichael
Aug 2, 2023
Stella Marie McMichael, 59, passed away on Wednesday August 2, 2023. She was born on January 21, 1964, in Poplar Bluff, MO to Chalmer and Betty Hicks. Stella was an amazing mother; she truly loved her children no matter what they did and was always there to offer an ear or a word of motivation. She was not only...
Sister Leona Bax
Aug 2, 2023
Leona Christine Bax was born to Emil and Agnes Bax in St. Elizabeth, Missouri. She attended St. Francis Academy in Nevada, MO and originally was so homesick that she would have gladly gone home if her parents would have let her. By the end of her four years of high school she had discerned her vocation as a Sister of...
Jesse Dewayne Thomas II
Aug 1, 2023
JESSE DEWAYNE THOMAS II
Jesse Dewayne Thomas II, of Independence, MO, passed away far too soon on August 1, 2023. He was 39. A graveside service will be held on Thursday, August 10th at 11am at Mt. Washington Cemetery in Independence. Entrance through Truman Rd. Gate.
Jesse was born on April 22, 1984, in Kansas City, MO...
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