Obituaries
Phyllis Lee Fuimaono
Jan 31, 2024
Phyllis Lee Fuimaono, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away on January 31, 2024, in Blue Springs, Missouri. She was born on May 26, 1947, in Kansas City, Missouri to Harold and Ramona (Schmuck) Heise. Phyllis was a vibrant and loving individual who touched the lives of those around her with her infectious joy.
Growing up in Kansas City,...
Brenda Lee Christy
Jan 30, 2024
Brenda Lee Christy, of Blue Springs, MO, was called Home on January 30, 2024 from Centerpoint Medical Center with her family by her side as she left this world. She was born on July 2, 1958 to Noval Lee and Jo Ellen (Maxon) Dinnwiddie. She had much love for her family and loved to travel and live life to the...
Patrick Alan Campbell
Jan 30, 2024
Patrick Alan Campbell, known affectionately as Pat, passed away on January 30, 2024, in his hometown of Independence, Missouri. Born to William "Bill" and Beverly Campbell on March 25, 1953, in the same city, Pat lived a life full of love, laughter, and significant achievements.
Pat's education provided a solid foundation for his accomplishments. After graduating from Raytown High School in...
Gladys Irene Dyer
Jan 30, 2024
Gladys Irene Dyer, 81 of Independence, MO passed away Tuesday, January 30, 2024 at Ignite of Blue Springs, MO. Services will be held at 2:00 p.m., Tuesday, February 6, 2024, at the Speaks Suburban Chapel with burial to follow in Mt. Washington Cemetery. The family will greet friends from 1:00 p.m., until service time Tuesday at the chapel. Gladys was...
Robert Vaughan Breazeale
Jan 30, 2024
Robert “Bob” Vaughan Breazeale, 70, of Blue Springs, MO, went home to be with the Lord on January 30, 2024. He was born on February 13, 1953, to Bud and Nita (Manes) Breazeale in Springfield, MO. Bob graduated from Southwest Baptist University with a Bachelor of Music degree in education for both vocal and instrumental music. Boulevard Baptist Church in...
Darrell Lewis Langer
Jan 30, 2024
Darrell Lewis Langer, 67, of Independence, MO passed away on Tuesday, January 30, 2024, in Overland Park , KS. He was born on February 29, 1956, in Ohio to Michael and Ruth Langer. Darrell was a machinist most of his life and had a passion for the work he did. He accomplished a lot in his over 42 years in...
Heriberto C. Sepulveda
Jan 30, 2024
Heriberto Carmello Sepulveda Marcano, a beloved husband, father, brother, and friend to many, passed away on January 30th, 2024, in Independence, Missouri. He was born on July 16th, 1951, in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic, to Heriberto Sepulveda and Maria Marcano Reyes. Heriberto's life was filled with passion and love for his family and the things he held dear.
As a former...
Carmen Manuela Cox
Jan 30, 2024
Carmen Manuela Cox, age 81 years, passed away on January 30, 2024, in Kansas City, Missouri. She was born on September 27, 1942, in Rio Piedras, Puerto Rico to Bartolome and Rosalina (Garcia) Collazo. Carmen graduated from Grain Valley High School in 1960.
Carmen was known for her unwavering love for her family and her beloved dog, Sophie. After marrying her...
Margaret Lutz
Jan 29, 2024
Margaret (Peggy) Roseann Lutz, 84, from Blue Springs, MO passed peacefully at her daughter Patty and Bill’s home in Excelsior Springs, MO, where she lived and was lovingly cared for, over many years. She was surrounded by her kids and several of her grandchildren at the time of her passing on January 29, 2024. She was born on July 18,...
Stephen Dale Maginness
Jan 29, 2024
Stephen Dale Maginness of Independence, MO, passed away on January 29th, 2024. He was 75 years old.
Steve was born on October 8, 1948 to parents Allen Dale and Betty Lou (Alden) Maginness in Kansas City, MO.
Stephen attended William Chrisman and Truman High Schools in Independence, MO, graduating from Truman in 1966. He served in the US Navy from 1968-1971 and...
Doris Fern Arnold
Jan 29, 2024
Doris Fern Arnold
Doris Fern Johnson Arnold, 94, of Independence, Missouri, passed away January 29th, 2024, peacefully, surrounded by her children at Brookdale Senior Community Center - her recent home for the past year and a half.
Doris was born on January 31,1929 to Roy and Enna Johnson in Marshall, Missouri. She was one of two children. Her family moved to Independence, Missouri...
Lois Edna Stewart
Jan 28, 2024
Lois Edna Stewart, 94 of Blue Springs, MO passed away Sunday, January 28, 2024 at Parkway Senior Living in Blue Springs, MO. Funeral service will be held at 10:00 a.m., Saturday, February 3, 2024 at the Speaks Suburban Chapel. Private burial will follow in Swan Lake Cemetery. The family will greet friends from 9:00 a.m., until service time Saturday at...
Lois Jeanne Plisowski
Jan 28, 2024
Lois Jeanne Plisowski passed away on January 28, 2024, leaving behind a legacy of love and cherished memories. She was born on March 26, 1933, in Kansas City, Kansas, to Chester and Mildred Coulter.
Jeanne's life was marked by dedication and hard work. She began her career in the 1960’s at Dutoit Construction and was a founding member of the National...
Thomas Charles "Tom" Crider
Jan 27, 2024
Thomas Charles "Tom" Crider, a beloved husband, father, and grandfather, passed away on January 27, 2024, at the age of 72. Born on March 24, 1951, in Altoona, Pennsylvania, he embarked on a life filled with passion and adventure that left an indelible mark on those who knew him.
Tom's journey led him to Kansas City, Missouri, where he resided until...
Jonathan Fielding
Jan 27, 2024
Jonathan Michael Fielding (Johnny), of Orem, Utah passed away unexpectedly on January 27, 2024. He was 19 years old. While the passing of Jonathan was unexpected, we take some comfort knowing that he was doing what he loved at the time of the accident. He was on a photoshoot with friends in the beautiful Utah wilderness where he loved to...
Herbert Matthew "Matt" Dillon
Jan 26, 2024
Herbert Matthew Dillon, lovingly known as Matt, passed away on January 26, 2024, in Kansas City, Missouri. He was born on November 15, 1943, in Hanford, California. Matt's remarkable life was filled with a passion for his family, career as an auctioneer, his interests in politics, and his unwavering love for sports.
After graduating from Smith Cotton High School, Matt pursued...
Wilma Ann Veerhusen
Jan 26, 2024
Wilma Ann (Kloss) Veerhusen
Wilma Ann (Kloss) Veerhusen, of Independence, Missouri, passed away Friday January 26, 2024. She was 72 years of age.
Wilma was born on February 1, 1951, in Corydon, Iowa, the daughter of Harry “DeVere” and Bernice (West) Kloss. She graduated high school in 1969 and on May 17th, 1969, she wed Kenneth Veerhusen. Two children were born from...
Nancy Nell Dycus
Jan 26, 2024
Nancy Nell Adams Dycus
I started post high school at the University of Kansas to become a radio and television writer. But lo and behold, after a year I realized that wasn't for me. I remember going home to Paola and telling my mother that I wasn't going back to KU, that I was going to St. Luke's Nursing School. My...
Diane Lynn Campbell
Jan 26, 2024
Diane Lynn Campbell, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and friend, passed away on January 26, 2024, in Independence, Missouri. She was born on November 25, 1940, in Pryor, Oklahoma to James and Virginia Manners.
Diane's life was marked by love and devotion to her family. While working as a bank teller, she encountered the love of her life, Pat. Their connection...
Linda Lou Brittain
Jan 25, 2024
Linda Lou Brittain, 75 of Independence, MO passed away Thursday, January 25, 2024 at Truman Medical Center. A graveside service will be held at 10:00 a.m., Thursday, February 1, 2024 at the Mt. Washington Cemetery. There will be a visitation from 9:00 to 9:30 a.m., Thursday prior to the service at the Carson-Speaks Chapel. Linda was born March 31, 1948...
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