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Stephen Harold Wells
Feb 11, 2024
Stephen Harold Wells, 84, passed away on February 11, 2024, in Kansas City, Missouri at his residence due to heart issues. He was born on December 18, 1939 in Colorado Springs, CO, to John James Wells and Joan Heckenlively. He was preceded in death by his mother and father, sisters Mary Ellen Titus, Ruth Rasnic, and his brother Richard Wells....
Derek Leigh Grimmett
Feb 10, 2024
Derek Leigh Grimmett of Kansas City passed away on February 10, 2024. He was 70 years old. Born on December 31, 1953, in Akron, Ohio, Derek was the son of Lucian and Clara Grimmett. He is survived by Gail Knox.
Derek's dedication to his country was evident through his service in the United States Air Force, where he reached the rank...
William Chih-Wen Chang
Feb 1, 2024
William Chih-Wen Chang was born September 1, 1941 in Chongqing, China. He came to the United States from the Muzha District in Tapei, Taiwan in 1968 to attend the University of Missouri-Rolla. He graduated with a Master’s Degree in Civil Engineering in 1970 after marrying Margaret Keng-Que Li in 1969. They welcomed Alice in 1970 and Steven in 1973. William...
Blake Wilhoit
Jan 31, 2024
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Blake Wilhoit, a beloved member of the Kansas City community. Blake, born in Kansas City, Missouri on June 9, 1964, left this world on January 31, 2024.Throughout his life, Blake found immense joy in various hobbies and interests. From his passion for music from the 60s and 70s to...
Linda Ann Brown
Jan 30, 2024
Linda Ann (Savner) Brown passed away in her home on January 30, 2024 at age 72, after a brave battle with cancer. Linda was born on March 28, 1951 in Wilkes-Barre, PA to parents Richard and Anne (Andrascik) Savner. She was the oldest of four children.
Linda’s parents moved to Kansas City, KS in 1953. As a young teen she met...
Charlotte S. Hill
Jan 27, 2024
Charlotte Sevier Hill was born in Hot Springs, Arkansas on March 2, 1939 to Charles Hill and Doris Dean Hill. She moved to Kansas City as a teen with her family. Charlotte graduated from Central High School in Kansas City. She earned her B.A. and M.A. from University of Missouri-Kansas City (UMKC) in Communications. She was an active member of...
Betty Jo Walker
Jan 25, 2024
Betty Jo Walker, age 59, passed January 25, 2024, at Carmel Hills Wellness and Rehabilitation, Independence, Missouri. Detailed obituary to be posted when available.
Anthony Roberts
Jan 21, 2024
Anthony Roberts, Age 63, of Kansas City, Missouri passed January 21, 2024 at Hilltop of Blue River Nursing, Kansas City, Missouri. Detailed obituary to be posted when available.
Dorothy Jones
Jan 15, 2024
Dorothy Jones, Age 90, of Kansas City, Missouri passed January 15, 2024 at Seasons Memory Care, Kansas City, Missouri. Detailed obituary to be posted when available.
Dennis Hudson
Jan 7, 2024
Dennis J Hudson, age 82, of Lees Summit. MO passed January 7, 2024 at University Health-Lakewood, Kansas City, MO.
He is survived by Sharon, his wife of 48 years, sons Mike, Jeff, Nick and Zac (Cris) ; grandsons Trevor, Woody, and Danny; Granddaughters Majessa and Ellie ; brothers Jack (Doris) and Dave(Andrea); and many friends, nieces, nephews and cousins. A memorial of...
Kerry Sliter
Dec 22, 2023
Kerry Sliter, age 64, of Independence, Missouri passed December 22, 2023 at Carmel Hills Wellness & Rehabilitation, Independence, Missouri. Detailed obituary to be posted when available.
Beth A. Jennings
Dec 10, 2023
Kansas City, Missouri – Beth A Jennings went home to Jesus on December 10, 2023, at the age of 63.
Beth was born to Omer (Spike) and Marian Tomlinson on June 22, 1960, in Springfield, Illinois. She attended Shawnee Mission High School. Beth studied journalism and graduated from K-State University in 1982. She met John in 1993 and they...
Wuanita Green
Dec 4, 2023
Wuanita Green, age 65, of Raytown, Missouri passed December 4, 2023 at Edgewood Manor Healthcare, Raytown, Missouri. Detailed obituary to be posted when available.
Joseph M. Christian
Dec 2, 2023
Joseph was born in 1961 to Shirlee and Thomas Christian. Joe lived most of his life in the Kansas City area. He was extremely good natured and soft spoken. He loved the local sports teams, especially the Kansas City Chiefs! He was a wonderful son, brother, uncle and a good friend to many.
He was predeceased...
John Murrell
Nov 30, 2023
John Murrell, age 68, of Kansas City, Missouri passed November 30, 2023 at Rockhill Nursing, Kansas City, Missouri. Detailed obituary to be posted when available.
Becque Baxter
Nov 29, 2023
Becque Baxter, age 60, of Kansas City, Missouri passed November 29, 2023 at Ignite Medical Resort, Kansas City, Missouri. Detailed obituary to be posted when available.
Patricia Brewster
Nov 24, 2023
Patricia Marie (Fines) Brewster passed away in her sleep the morning of November 24th. She was preceded in death by her husband Charles, parents William and Billie Fines, brothers David and John, sisters Mary and Kathleen. She is survived by brothers Robert and James, numerous nephews, nieces, grandnephews & grandnieces and several cousins. Patty originally attended Hogan High School followed...
Timothy J. Davidson
Nov 21, 2023
Timothy J. Davidson passed away on November 21st, 2023. He leaves behind his beloved daughter Mackenzie Bromley (Matt), his granddaughter Maeve, his twin brother Sam, brother Ray (Lynn), sisters Julie Daniels (Bob) and Beth Andrew, along with many beloved nieces, nephews, cousins and great friends. A private graveside service was held on Friday, December 1st, 2023.
Sam Davidson, Tim’s twin...
James Waldman, Sr.
Nov 20, 2023
James A. (Jim) Waldman, Sr., age 94, of Kansas City, Missouri passed away on November 20, 2023, at St. Luke's Hospice House, Kansas City, Missouri.Mass of Christian burial will be 10:00 a.m., Thursday, November 30, 2023, at St. Thomas More Church, Kansas City, Missouri.
Jim was born June 27, 1929, the son of John and Mildred...
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