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Janet Oliver
Oct 8, 2025
Janet Oliver, 69, of Independence, MO passed away October 8, 2025, surrounded by her family. Visitation will be at 10 a.m. Friday, October 17 followed by Service at 11 a.m. at Faith Community Church, 102 SW 9th St., Oak Grove, MO 64075.
Janet was born August 18, 1956, the daughter of Toby Daniel Turnbow and Dian Marie (DuVall) Reagan, in Kansas...
Diana Lynne Schoonover
Oct 1, 2025
With great sadness, we announce the passing of Diana Lynne Schoonover, who left us on October 1, 2025, at the age of 63. Born on July 3, 1962, in Jackson County, Missouri, Diana lived a life filled with adventure, love, and resilience.
Diana was a mother, grandmother, sister, and friend. She cherished the simple joys in life—collecting pictures of her family,...
Alan Holle
Sep 25, 2025
Alan Holle, 72, of Lawrence, KS passed away on September 25, 2025 at his home.
Alan was born March 6, 1953 in Topeka, Kansas. The son of Virginia & Gilbert Holle, he was raised in Lawrence, KS, attending Cordley Elementary, Central Junior High, and Lawrence High School.
Alan loved all things mechanical and electrical. He was gifted at working on electronics. Helping...
David Gillham
Sep 17, 2025
David Allen Gillham was born on January 21st, 1969 in Wichita, KS. He passed away the week of September 15th, 2025. He enjoyed fishing and playing video games. He and his wife, Debbie Smith, raised two children, Sara Gillham and Scott Gillham, as well as one granddaughter, Taryn Gillham in Osawatomie, KS. He spent much of his life working in...
JoAnn Straube Field
Sep 16, 2025
JoAnn Straube Field was born August 6th, 1934, to Rosemund Richards Straube and Oscar Max Straube III, of Payway Feed Mills and formerly Nutrena.
She went to Bryant, Notre Dame de Sion and Barstow. She attended Bennett Jr. College in Millbrook, NY. Her art history BA was from KU, where she pledged Kappa Kappa Gamma. She finished school at the Sorbonne...
James Alvin Oliver, Jr.
Sep 16, 2025
James Alvin Oliver, Jr., age 91, of Hillsdale, KS, passed away September 16, 2025, at 6:00pm with family by his side.
As per his wishes, he donated his body to KU Medical Center for research. No services are planned at this time. Graveside services will be scheduled at a later date.
Jim was born on December 16, 1933, to James Alvin Oliver,...
Ronald M. Warren, II
Sep 11, 2025
Ronald M Warren, of Raytown Missouri, lost his fight against Cancer on September 11, 2025 in the City of Kansas City. Born in KCMO in 1962, and a resident of Independence, MO; Nevada MO; and Raytown, MO in turn.
Ronald is remembered as a determined man of quiet dignity, showing an incredible capacity for kindness and understanding for his fellow man....
Bobbie Jean Blaine
Sep 8, 2025
Bobbie Blaine, 64, of Independence, Missouri, passed away on September 8, 2025.Bobbie was a devoted mother, a compassionate soul, and a quiet force of kindness in the lives of all who knew her. She is survived by her loving children: Grace Nicely, Sammie McNelly, and Luke Blaine, her grandchildren Maddie and Lincoln, her sisters, Betty, Donna, and Brenda, and many...
Ella Daisy Flower
Sep 3, 2025
Ella Daisy Flower, 22, passed away on September 3, 2025, in Kansas City Missouri. Born on January 29th, 2003, in Jackson Michigan, to David and Rose Flower.
Daisy is survived by her mother Rose, her 3 siblings: Susan, James, and River; grandparents Don and Julie Flower, and Walter and Carol Thonen, and numerous aunts, uncles, and cousins.
She is preceded in death...
Victoria Elizabeth-Ann Wiley
Sep 1, 2025
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Victoria Elizabeth-Ann Wiley left this world far too soon on September 1, 2025, at the age of 26. Born on September 28, 1998, in Kansas City, Missouri, to Theodore and Sheryll Wiley, she grew up in Kansas City and Lee's Summit before graduating from high school in Arizona. Victoria was a radiant soul - intelligent, vibrant,...
Paula K. Cook
Aug 31, 2025
Paula Kay Cook, 63, of Kansas City, MO passed away peacefully on August 31, 2025 at her home after a valiant battle with breast cancer. Paula leaves behind two children (Melissa Miermaster and Steven Miermaster), two grandchildren (Tyler Madison and Vera-Lea Miermaster), a sister (Elizabeth Allen Ballieu) and her mother (Jurhee Daiprai). She is preceded by her grandmother Charlotte Handy.
As...
Victor Hugo Berndt, Jr.
Aug 27, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Victor Hugo Berndt, Jr., who left us on August 27, 2025, in Kansas City, Missouri. Born in Indianapolis, Indiana, on September 23, 1942, Victor lived a life brimming with love, laughter, and an unwavering dedication to serving others.
Victor was the epitome of "Mr. Hospitality." His ability to make everyone...
Kay L. Hobbs
Aug 23, 2025
Kay Lavone Hobbs was born July 7, 1951 took her last breath on this Earth on August 23, 2025 at 11:07pm in Independence, Missouri with her son by her side.
Kay was a truck driver for over 30 years. She also was a foster mother to several children. She became especially close to three girls Judith, Emily, and Madison and their...
Alice M. Ward
Aug 21, 2025
Alice M. Ward, born on October 11, 1941, in Kansas City, MO, passed away peacefully on August 21, 2025, in Independence, MO. A woman of remarkable kindness and care, Alice touched the lives of many with her warm spirit and infectious joy.
Alice was known for her love of music, frequently dancing along to her favorite tunes, celebrating life with every...
Carol E. Ellsworth
Aug 11, 2025
Carol E. Ellsworth, beloved sister, aunt, and friend, passed away peacefully on August 11, 2025, at the age of 65, at Four Seasons Living Center in Sedalia, Missouri.
Carol was born on May 20, 1960, in San Francisco, California, the daughter of Nancy and Harry Sturgeon. She attended elementary school in Menlo Park, California. Her family later moved to Bedford, New...
Ken Wachendorfer
Aug 9, 2025
Ken Wachendorfer, born on January 13, 1958, in Redwood City, California, passed away peacefully on August 9, 2025, in Kansas City, Missouri. He was a beacon of kindness and a cherished figure in the lives of those who knew him.
Ken's legacy of kindness, generosity, and love will continue to strengthen the hearts of all who had the privilege of knowing...
Robert Edgar Williams
Aug 6, 2025
Robert “Bob” Edgar Williams, 82, of Kansas City, MO passed away unexpectedly on August 6, 2025.
Bob was born on October 10, 1942 in Houston, TX, the son of Martha Slack Williams and Edgar Yoist Williams. Bob married Katherine “Kakie” Foote Williams on August 19th, 1964 in Baker, LA. They had four children - Stephen, Brian, Patrick and Jennifer.
Bob graduated from...
Paul Degenhardt, III
Aug 2, 2025
Paul Degenhardt, III, age 71, of Kansas City, Missouri, passed away on August 2, 2025. Born on November 19, 1953, in Kansas City, Kansas, Paul was known for his kind and good-hearted nature. He had an infectious laugh that could make anyone smile and break into laughter themselves. With an impressive memory, he never missed the opportunity to reach out...
Delbert LeRoy Lininger
Jul 12, 2025
Delbert Lininger, 82, of Clearmont, MO passed away July 12, 2025 at Parkdale Manor surrounded by family. He is to be cremated with Assurance Cremation Society of Kansas City, MO. The family will have a memorial service at a later date.
Delbert was born October 12, 1942 to John and Pearl (Parrish) Lininger in Glenwood, IA. He was raised in Skidmore,...
Travis Henry Burton
Jul 7, 2025
Travis Henry Burton, born on July 9, 1965, in Crestline, Ohio, passed away peacefully on July 7, 2025, in Kansas City, Missouri.
Travis will be remembered for his warmth and generous spirit. He is survived by his two daughters, Emily Bush and Corinne Burton; his brother, Damon "Neal" Burton; and his partner, Ronald Wheatley. .
Travis was preceded in death by his...
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