Obituaries
James "Jim" Edwin Anderson Jr.
Mar 20, 2025
James (Jim) Anderson, Jr. of Independence, MO passed away at his home Thursday, March 20, 2025. Jim was born October 31, 1942, in Chillicothe, MO to James Edwin Anderson, Sr. and Margaret Allene (Caraway) Anderson. Jim lived most of his life in Independence, MO. He graduated from William Chrisman High School in 1960. Jim married his wife of nearly 62...
Steven Edward Dove
Mar 19, 2025
Steven Edward Dove, affectionately known as Steve, was a beacon of love and kindness in the lives of all who had the privilege to know him. Born on September 15, 1946, in the humble town of Horton, Kansas, Steve's journey through life was one defined by dedication, compassion, and cherished relationships.
For many years, he thrived as a computer programmer, a...
Beverly Ann Stephenson
Mar 18, 2025
Beverly Ann Stephenson, born September 20, 1940 in Wellington, Missouri. She was third of four daughters of Adolph and Edna Stalling. Her Wellington childhood inspired her all her life. In Wellington, she learned the importance of using your talents to make your community better for everyone. Beverly's talents were in music and performance. She was blessed wit perfect pitch, could...
Marilyn "Sue" Heinrich
Mar 17, 2025
Marilyn Sue Heinrich
September 6, 1931 - March 17, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of M. Sue Heinrich , on March 17, 2025, she was 93.
Born on September 6th, 1931 in Oklahoma, Sue lived a full and vibrant life. She was the loving wife of Elmer Heinrich, who preceded her by 12 years (November 20,2012).
Sue was...
Roger Timothy Brown
Mar 16, 2025
obituary to come soon.
Cremation is planned with a Celebration of Life to be held at a later date.
Beverly Jean Beeler
Mar 16, 2025
Beverly Jean Beeler of Independence, MO, passed away on March 16th, 2025 at the age of 72. She was born in Kansas City, MO on May 2nd, 1952 to Earl Marion Steward and Ruth Lee (Pardonner) Steward.
Beverly graduated from East High School in Kansas City in 1970. She married William Eugene Beeler Sr. on June 29th, 1971. They shared 14...
Kenneth Lee Young
Mar 15, 2025
Kenneth Lee Young, age 90, of Independence, MO passed away Saturday, March 15, 2025.
“If you have a piece of peach cobbler, I will have desert,” is a phrase that Kenneth asked in just about every restaurant. Well, he finally went to a place that does and is having a slice of heaven. Ken Young was passionate about Kansas City, passionate...
James Lee "Jim" Buck
Mar 14, 2025
James Lee "Jim" Buck, born on March 21, 1938, in Atchison, Kansas, passed away peacefully on March 14, 2025, in Independence, Missouri surrounded by family. He leaves behind a legacy shaped not just by his remarkable career, but also by the love and compassion he demonstrated throughout his life.
For thirty years, Jim served as a firefighter in Independence, embodying the...
Brian Keith Reyburn
Mar 13, 2025
Brian Keith Reyburn passed away peacefully on March 13, 2025 at the age of 52. He was born on April 19, 1972 in Kansas City, Kansas to Sam and Loretta (Barry) Reyburn.
Brian attended William Chrisman High School then went straight to work in construction. He was very quick to learn and pick up new skillsets. Brian learned plumbing, electrical work...
Denise Bearce
Mar 13, 2025
Denise Ann Bearce, a cherished soul and devoted family member, passed away on March 13, 2025, in Trimble, Missouri. Born on August 7, 1965, in Jefferson City, Missouri, Denise graced the world with her vibrant spirit and unwavering faith for nearly sixty years. Her journey through life was marked by a deep devotion to her family and a passion for...
William Frank "Bill" Washburn
Mar 12, 2025
William F. (Bill) Washburn, 80, of Lake Ozark, MO passed away quietly on March 12, 2025 at St Luke’s Hospice House in Kansas City, Missouri.
Bill grew up in Versailles and attended both elementary and high school there. Following high school, he attended the University of Missouri in Columbia, and University of Central Missouri in Warrensburg, where he obtained a Bachelor’s...
William Andrew Pugh
Mar 12, 2025
William Andrew Pugh, 76 of Lee’s Summit, MO passed away Wednesday, March 12, 2025 at Saint Luke’s East Hospital. Funeral Mass will be held at 12:00 p.m., Monday at Holy Spirit Catholic Church, 1800 MO-150, Lee's Summit, MO 64082 with cremation to follow. The family will greet friends from 10:00 am until 11:30 am on Monday at the church followed...
Kenneth Lee Gerdts
Mar 10, 2025
Kenneth Lee Gerdts, affectionately known as Ken or Kenny, passed away on March 10, 2025, in Lee's Summit, Missouri, at the age of 82 years. Born on February 6, 1943, in Clarinda, Iowa, to Irvin and Hazel Gerdts, Ken led a life dedicated to his family.
Ken's professional journey began after graduating high school, where he pursued college courses before becoming...
Virginia Rose Klussman Knoche
Mar 10, 2025
Virginia Rose Klussman Knoche, age 91 years, passed away on March 10, 2025 in Independence, Missouri. Born on April 2, 1933 to Charles Henry Fieth and Emma Marie (Boedeker) Fieth in Mayview, Missouri. Virginia’s journey through life was marked by love, family and a passionate pursuit of her interests.
Virginia married Vernon Henry Klussman on February 10, 1956, and together they...
Jessie Alvin "Al" Peters
Mar 9, 2025
Jessie “Al” Alvin Peters, 94, of Independence, MO passed away peacefully in his sleep at home on Sunday, March 9. Al was married to Janis (Reese) for 71 years.
Al was born December 9, 1930, to John and Georgia Peters in Independence, MO. He was the youngest of 6 brothers. They were all raised in the church which led to Al...
Blanca Azucena Sanchez
Mar 7, 2025
Blanca Azucena Sanchez passed away in Kansas City, Missouri on Friday, March 7, 2025 at the age of 43 years. She was born on May 9,1981 in Chihuahua, Mexico to Eleodoro Sanchez and Edelmira Chaparro and moved to the United States in 2000.
She was a very happy, sweet young woman who was easy to befriend because of her simplicity and...
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