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Robert Lee Johnson
Oct 1, 2024
Robert Lee Johnson, also known as Rob, was born on March 6, 1945, in Kansas City, Missouri. He passed away peacefully on October 1 2024, in his hometown. Rob was known for his infectious laughter and comedic charm.
Rob graduated from Southeast High School, where he likely developed a love for life that carried him through his years. He proudly served...
Justin Allen Roe (aka "Uncle Bubba")
Sep 17, 2024
Justin Allen Roe, born on April 2, 1995, unexpectedly passed away, leaving behind a legacy of love and kindness. A visitation will be held on Wednesday, September 25th from 10:30am - 12:00pm at New Vision Church located at 12400 Grandview Rd, Grandview, MO 64030.
Known for his infectious smile, with charming dimples, Justin was a bright light to everyone who knew...
Helen Morgan "Mimi" Shipman
Sep 16, 2024
Helen Shipman, 83, of Overland Park, KS passed away September 16, 2024 surrounded by her family. Helen was born October 18, 1940, the daughter of H.M. Suggs and Emma Suggs (Morgan) in Bunkie, LA and was raised in Oklahoma City, OK. She attended North West Classen and graduated in 1958. Thereafter, she enrolled at Oklahoma Baptist University, where she met...
Nola Ann Swank
Sep 12, 2024
Dearly loved, Nola Swank passed away at 63 years old on September 12, 2024 in Kansas City, Missouri with her sister, Donna Swank by her side. Nola was born in Columbia Missouri Hospital on February 11, 1961. She was the daughter of Andrew and Shirley Swank and is survived by 1 brother and 3 sisters. She had another younger sister,...
James "Jim" Edward Miller
Aug 30, 2024
James "Jim" Edward Miller, born on January 19, 1952, in Sterling, Illinois, passed away on August 30, 2024, in Warrensburg, Missouri. He was a proud graduate of Polo High School, having completed his education in 1972. Jim served honorably in the United States Army from 1979 until 1982, embodying a commitment to his country that he carried with him throughout...
Patricia Lynn Dougherty
Aug 7, 2024
Patricia Lynn Dougherty, 71, passed away on August 7, 2024. Patricia was born on June 18, 1953 to Eugene Dougherty and Alice (Marie) Dougherty.
She is preceded in death by her parents, Eugene and Alice.
Patricia is survived by her brothers: Jack Dougherty and Jim Dougherty; sister: Gayle Weisbach; and nieces: Erin and Stacy.
Private memorial services may be held at a later...
Michael Castrianni
Aug 7, 2024
Michael Castrianni, age 43, passed away on August 7, 2024, at Truman Medical Center in Kansas City, MO. Born on November 23rd, 1980, in Overland Park, KS, Michael was the beloved son of Ronald Castrianni and Gail Hunter.
Michael lived his life surrounded by the things he loved most: music, cars, and the company of his cherished family and friends. He...
Norma Jeane Small
Aug 6, 2024
Norma Jeane Small died on Auguest 6, 2024 at the age of 97 in Lenexa, Kansas from complications of Alzheimer's Disease. She was a resident of Westchester Village of Lenexa at the time of death.
Norma was born in Dunlap, Kansas on April 1, 1927 to Bryan and Rosetta May Shawgo. She was the second daughter in a family of two...
Rickie Eugene Kornegay
Aug 5, 2024
Rickie Eugene Kornegay, a free spirit with a heart full of adventure, passed away on August 5, 2024, at the age of 66. Born on June 9, 1958, in Goldsboro, NC, Rickie spent his life traveling the country, making friends, and leaving a lasting impression on everyone he met. Though he called North Carolina home for most of his life,...
JoAnn Marie Howard
Aug 3, 2024
JoAnn Marie Howard (Smith), aged 85, passed away on August 3, 2024, in Kansas City, Missouri after a short and unexpected illness. Born on July 11, 1939, in Kansas City, Missouri, she was a lifelong resident and a cherished member of the community.
JoAnn dedicated her life to her family, embracing the role of homemaker with love and devotion. Her warmth...
Teresa Raw
Jul 21, 2024
Teresa Raw 61, Grandview Mo. Passed away peacefully in her sleep on Sunday July 21st, 2024.
Teresa was born January 14, 1963 to Dorothy Hood of Fort Scott KS and William York of Turner Maine. Teresa was born into a big family of seven children, she met the love of her life living in Raytown Mo. and became a home maker....
Drenda Lynn Gregg (Hall)
Jul 18, 2024
Drenda Lynn Gregg (Hall), 67 of Kansas City died in her home on July 18th 2024. She was preceded in death by her father Charles (Chuck) L. Gregg, her Mother Joy Gregg, her brother Randall Scott Gregg, and her husband Robert P. Hall Jr.
She was born in Wichita Falls, TX on September 18th, 1956. She was the firstborn of four...
Dorothy Jeanne Mauer
Jul 16, 2024
Dorothy Jeanne Mauer, age 92 peacefully passed away July 16, 2024 at Hospice House of Kansas City. A Celebration of Life will be held Thursday July 25, 2024 at Ft. Leavenworth National Cemetery.
Jeanne was born January 1,1932 the daughter to Ralph and Edwina O'Neil in Kansas City, Missouri. She had many happy days growing up in Kansas City and attending...
Patricia Susan Parks
Jul 14, 2024
Patricia Susan Parks, 91, of Kansas City, MO passed away July 14, 2024 surrounded by the love of her family. A Celebration of Life will be held Friday, July 19, 2024 in Leawood, Kansas; with a subsequent private internment at Mt. Washington Cemetery in Independence, Missouri.
Patricia was born August 7, 1932 to Lawrence Wayne Parks and Fern Elizabeth (Garrett) Parks...
Joseph Rathbun
Jul 13, 2024
Joseph Rathbun, aged 85, of Kansas City, MO, died on Saturday, July 13th, 2024, with his daughter Lori Sweeney by his side. In honor of Joe’s wishes, there will not be any public services.
Joe, as he most commonly went by, was born on January 8th, 1939, to Otis Rathbun and Elivina Rathbun. He was one of seven children in the...
James "Jim" G. Stewart
Jul 2, 2024
Jim Stewart, 64, of Kansas City, MO went home to be with the Lord on July 2, 2024, surrounded by his family. A Memorial Service will be held Friday, July 12, 2024 at 4pm at Redeemer Kansas City, 3921 Baltimore Avenue, Kansas City, MO 64111. In lieu of memorial contributions or flowers, please donate to your local Christian church or...
Susan Senia Newth
Jul 1, 2024
Susan Senia Newth, aged 63, passed away peacefully, surrounded by family, on July 1st, 2024, at KU Medical Center. She was born on September 7th, 1960, in Ottumwa, Iowa, to Dale and Carol Smith. She grew up in Los Angeles where she graduated from Granada Hills High School in 1978. She went on to attend Cal State Northridge where she...
Christine Louise Leiker
Jun 29, 2024
Christine Louise Leiker, aged 70, died peacefully at her home in Kansas City, Missouri on Saturday, June 29th, 2024. She was the eldest daughter of Flossie Lee Roush and David Lawrence Cameron of Amsterdam, Missouri.
She grew up in Amsterdam, Missouri, and graduated from Miami R-1 School in 1971. She attended airline school, and later worked for 35 years at the...
Brian Lee Turner
May 4, 2024
Brian Lee Turner, born on October 10, 1950, in Kansas City, Missouri, bid farewell to the world on May 4, 2024. He peacefully passed away at his home in Holden, Missouri. Brian led a remarkable life as a Repossession Agent in the Automotive Field. He was a dedicated individual who always strived for excellence in his professional endeavors. Brian's educational journey...
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