Phyllis Jane Hale
Nov 3, 2026
Please check back soon for an obituary and Celebration of Life service information. Contributions can be made in Phyliss' honor to the Lee's Summit History Museum.
Mary Elizabeth Allen
Nov 2, 2026
Please check back soon for an obituary and service information. Contributions in Marybeth's honor can be made to St. Michael's Episcopal Church.
Wanda Lou Mercer
Nov 2, 2026
Please check back soon for an obituary. Contributions in Wanda's honor can be made to Community of Christ.
Lynda Kathlyn Smith
Nov 1, 2026
Lynda Kathlyn Smith, 75, of Independence, Missouri, passed away on November 1, 2026. She was born on August 21, 1951, in Independence, Missouri, to Charles and Kathlyn Smith. Lynda worked as a case worker for the State of Missouri. She was a generous, capable, and resourceful woman who could tackle just about any project, big or small. Whether working on...
Jerry Wayne Moss
Nov 1, 2026
Jerry Wayne Moss, 82, of Independence, Missouri, passed away peacefully on Sunday, November 1, 2026, surrounded by the love of his family.
Jerry was born on August 12, 1944, in Blue Summit, Missouri, to John Henry Moss and Florance Alma Coleasure Moss. One of three children, Jerry grew up with strong family values that remained an important part of his life....
Linda Lee Lewis
Nov 1, 2026
Linda Lee Lewis, age 78, passed away on November 1, 2026 in Independence, Missouri leaving behind a lifetime of memories, laughter, love, and countless lives made better simply because she was part of them.
Linda was born to Roy and Juanita (Parks) Eiker in Carrollton, Missouri. She was a proud graduate of William Chrisman High School. Linda was a woman with...
Beverly Sue Eimer
Nov 1, 2026
Bev Eimer, 77, of Independence, Missouri, passed away peacefully at her home on Sunday, November 1, 2026, in the care of her husband and soulmate.
Bev grew up in Independence, Missouri, and attended Van Horn High School. Throughout her working years, she was employed by Bank 10 and then later worked as a dispatcher for All City Tow.
Bev married James “Kevin”...
Carl Wayne Henneman
Oct 31, 2026
Carl Wayne Henneman, 86 of Independence MO, passed away Saturday, October 31, 2026 at Centerpoint Medical Center.
Carl was born August 20,1940 at home in College Springs, Iowa to Orville Carl and Clara Eleanor (Bruce) Henneman. After high school Carl joined the Army where he was a mechanic with Specialist 5 Rank. After his time in the Army, he was a...
Joseph Edward Pulley
Oct 31, 2026
Joseph (Joe) Edward Pulley, age 92, passed away on October 31, 2026, in Independence, Missouri. He was born November 6, 1933, in Boonville, Missouri, to the late Clarence Reece and Ella Evelyn (Moore) Pulley. He spent his childhood in Tipton, Missouri, where he was known as “Little Joe.”
Joe’s life was shaped by hard work, a deep faith, and a generous...
Michael Reed Bain
Oct 29, 2026
Michael Reed Bain was born on March 1, 1952, in Kansas City, Missouri, and passed away on October 29, 2026, in his hometown of Kansas City.
Michael attended Northeast High School and enlisted in the United States Marine Corps. He later graduated from St. Louis University in Honolulu, Hawaii, while he was proudly serving our country. In pursuit of further education,...
Karen Sue Maynes
Oct 29, 2026
Karen Sue Maynes, 72, of Independence, Missouri, passed away peacefully at home on October 29, 2026, with her beloved husband, James, by her side.
Karen Sue Maynes was born on October 29, 1954, at St. Mary’s Hospital in Kansas City, Missouri, to Paul and Shirley Bickel (Hurst). She had two sisters: Mary Ann and Kathy, and two brothers: John and Tommy.
Karen...
Dora Argentina Porras de Fuchs
Oct 28, 2026
Dora Argentina Porras de Fuchs, born on July 19, 1949, in Managua, Nicaragua, lived a remarkable life defined by love, perseverance, family, and extraordinary accomplishments. She passed away on October 28, 2026, leaving behind a legacy of strength, determination, and love that will live on for generations. She will be remembered as a devoted wife, loving mother and grandmother, accomplished...
Mary Evelyn Gregson
Oct 27, 2026
Mary Evelyn (Way) Gregson passed away on October 27, 2026, in Independence, Missouri, at the age of 97. She was born on July 24, 1929, in Wilmington, Delaware to Marc Dixon Way and Mary Agnes (Humphreys) Way.
Mary built a life centered on education, family, faith, and a deep appreciation for history and the natural world. She graduated from the University...
John Holden Boyd
Oct 27, 2026
John Boyd, Sr., a beloved member of the community, passed away peacefully on October 27, 2026 at his home in Independence, MO. He was born on November 16, 1933, to Everett Scott Boyd Sr., and Chrystal (Teeter) Boyd.
John was born in Alexander, Kansas, and moved with his family at the age of 12 to Independence, MO. After graduating from William...
Glen Edward Rogers
Oct 24, 2026
In Loving Memory of Glen Edward Rogers
Glen Edward Rogers, age 88, of Lee’s Summit, Missouri, passed away on October 24, 2026.
A Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday, November 7th, 2026, at Speaks Funeral Home, 18020 E. 39th St. Independence MO 64055. Visitation will begin at 9:00 AM, followed by a memorial service at 10:00 AM. Glen will be...
Mary Earline Andrade
Oct 23, 2026
Mary "Memaw" Earline Andrade
January 9, 1950 – October 23, 2026
Mary Earline Andrade, 76, of Independence, Missouri, passed away peacefully in her home on Friday, October 23, 2026, surrounded by the comfort of the place she loved.
Mary was born on January 9, 1950, in Raytown, Missouri, to Leroy and Theresa Collins. After graduating from Raytown High School, she began working at...
Sylvia Ruth Powers
Oct 23, 2026
In Loving Memory of Sylvia Ruth (Gaw) Powers
May 31, 1936 – October 23, 2026
Sylvia Ruth (Gaw) Powers, 90, of Independence, Missouri, passed away peacefully on Friday, October 23, 2026. Sylvia lived a beautiful and fulfilling life, embracing each of her 90 years with love, purpose, and a deep appreciation for the people and experiences that made life meaningful.
Born on May 31, 1936,...
Helen Daniel Kayden
Oct 23, 2026
Helen Daniel Kayden, of Independence, Missouri, passed away on October 23, 2026, at the age of 80 years. She was born on October 8, 1946, in Covington, Georgia to Leon and Elizabeth Clyde (Stavely) Daniel.
Helen grew up in the Baptist faith, a foundation that remained part of her life through the years. She built a strong working life, serving as...
