Obituaries
Joan Louise Younger
Aug 9, 2021
Joan Louise Younger of Independence, Missouri, passed away peacefully at her home, Monday, August 9th, 2021. She was 89 years old. Joan Louise Younger was born November 14, 1931 in Miami, Florida, to Lester and Gladys Tanksersley. Joan was an extremely strong woman raising 6 boys and a daughter. She had a tremendous faith in the Lord and always tried...
Dennis L. Stowell
Aug 9, 2021
Dennis L. Stowell, an Electrical Contractor and life-long resident of Independence, MO passed away unexpectedly on August 9, 2021, at the age of 72. Dennis was born on November 3, 1948, to Clarence and Elizabeth Stowell. He graduated from William Chrisman Highschool and later attended Graceland University in Lamoni, Iowa. After returning from Graceland University, he began working for the...
Nimfa A. Ortinero
Aug 9, 2021
Nimfa A. Ortinero passed away peacefully on Monday, August 9, 2021 with family by her side. She was 87. Nimfa was born to Pedro and Maria Ortinero on November 16, 1933 in Quezon Province, Philippines. At a young age Nimfa was married to Pedro Bautista and they had three children. She enjoyed playing bingo weekly, the casino, a good card...
Roxie Ann Taggs (Spencer)
Aug 8, 2021
Roxie Ann (Spencer) Taggs, of Kansas City, Kansas, passed away on Sunday, August 8, 2021. She was 84 years old. Roxie was born in Kansas City, Missouri on June 17, 1937, and was the first daughter born to Mannie Louise and Muriel Spencer. Roxie was the older sister to Carol, who joined the family in 1939. She was born, raised,...
Frank Morgan Travis
Aug 8, 2021
Frank Morgan Travis, a loving husband and father, passed away on Sunday, August 8th with his family by his side. He was 73. Frank was born on October 6, 1947 in Independence, Missouri to Bus and Marcene Travis. While attending Raytown High School Frank met the love of his life, Kathy. They were married in 1967 and spent the next...
Douglas Dean Robins
Aug 7, 2021
Douglas “Doug” Robins, 86, of Independence, MO passed away peacefully in his home surrounded by family and friends on Saturday August 7, 2021. A visitation will be held from 1-2pm on Thursday, August 12th with a service following at 2pm, both at Speaks Suburban Chapel; 18020 E 39th St; Independence, MO 64055. Doug was born on October 7, 1934 in...
Seth Andrew Valet
Aug 6, 2021
Seth Andrew Valet of Raytown, Missouri, was called to be with the Lord in the very early morning hours on Friday, August 6th, 2021, just one day after his 15th wedding anniversary. Born on November 3rd, 1981, to Dennis and Dorothy Link-Valet, and raised in Blue Springs, Missouri with his three brothers, Mike, Jared, and Ethan. Seth graduated from Blue...
Cindy Sue Maley (Anderson)
Aug 6, 2021
Cindy Sue Maley, a fearless woman, passed away peacefully with her husband by her side on Friday, August 6, 2021. She was 66. Cindy was born to Samuel and Bonnie Anderson on February 6, 1955 in Independence, Missouri. Shortly after graduating high school Cindy married her best friend David. They spent the next 45 years creating memories together. Cindy enjoyed...
John Charles Lazenby
Aug 6, 2021
John Charles Lazenby of Blue Springs MO, a great man who loved his Kansas City Chiefs almost as much as his kids and grandkids, passed away unexpectedly on August 6, 2021. He was 52 years old. John was born on July 31, 1969 in Independence, Missouri, to Stanley and Susan Lazenby. He graduated from Davenport Central High School in the...
Donna Sue Clemons
Aug 6, 2021
Donna Sue Clemons, Kansas City, died August 6, at Research Medical Center in Kansas City. She was born Jan. 5, 1948, in Marshall, the daughter of Ted and Elsie Clemons. She spent her early childhood in Malta Bend, Miami and Marshall. Donna graduated from Marshall High School in 1966, where she was active in sports and music. She attended the...
Patsy Sue O'Neal (Allwood)
Aug 5, 2021
Patsy Sue O'Neal, age 82, of Independence, MO passed away on Thursday, August 5, 2021 at Centerpoint Hospital, Independence, MO. Patsy Sue was born July 20, 1939 to Glendon and Lillian (Donus) Allwood. She was a graduate of Carrollton High School. On September 1, 1957, in Carrollton, MO, Patsy Sue married the love of her life, Teddy Dean O'Neal. To...
Frances Christine Coil
Aug 5, 2021
Frances Christine Coil, beloved mother, grandmother, aunt and friend, passed away on Thursday, August, 5th, 2021. A visitation will be held from 10:00am to 12:00pm on Saturday, August 14, 2021, at Speaks Suburban Chapel, 18020 E 39th St., Independence, MO 64055. Interment will immediately follow at Floral Hills Cemetery in Kansas City. Frances was born on June 8 1922, in...
Richard Wayne Freedle
Aug 5, 2021
Richard W. Freedle, 45, Independence, passed away August 5, 2021, at St Joseph Medical Center after a battle with the COVID-19 Delta Variant. Richard was born June 1976 to Otis Wayne “Frito” Freedle and Kathleen Freedle Fay (Matney). Richard grew up and was a student in Grain Valley, Missouri. Richard was known for being slightly stubborn and feisty. He loved...
Judith Marie Dent (Knowles)
Aug 5, 2021
Mrs. Judith M. Dent, loving wife and mother, passed away at age 79. She was born in Independence, MO, and worked as a paralegal at TWA for 23 years before retiring with her dear husband John H. Dent in Lake Ozark, MO in 2005. Judith was preceded in death by her parents, Arthur A. Knowles and Mildred Breshears. She is...
Irma R. Dona (Mosley)
Aug 3, 2021
Irma R. Dona died peacefully at her home on August 3rd, 2021. She was 91. Irma was the daughter of Hosea and Florence Mosley. Irma was preceded in death by her husband of 69 years, Lindy P. Dona and her brother Lawrence. She is survived by her brother Wayne Mosley (Judy) of Mount Airy, North Carolina and three children: Kathleen...
John Gifford Mader
Aug 2, 2021
John Gifford Mader, 87, of Lee’s Summit, MO went to his heavenly home on Monday August 2, 2021. A visitation will be held from 1-2pm with a service following at 2pm, both at Speaks Suburban Chapel, 18020 E 39th St; Independence, MO 64055. Interment will follow at Mound Grove Cemetery in Independence. John was born on February 19, 1934 in...
Clyda Ruth Thomas
Aug 2, 2021
Clyda Ruth Thomas, 95, of Liberty, MO, passed away on Monday, August 2, 2021. A graveside service will be held at 10:00am, Friday, August 6, 2021, Mt. Washington Cemetery (Truman Road entrance) in Independence, MO. Online condolences may be expressed at www.speakschapel.com
Molly Hope Bolton
Aug 1, 2021
Molly Hope Bolton was born August 7, 2006 and ran into the arms of her Savior August 1, 2021. Molly is the beloved daughter of Jason and Stephanie Bolton, and big sister to Joel, Quincy, Amelia, Titus and Hadley Joy; adoring granddaughter to Steve and Janie Davis and Richard and Judy Bolton; and doted-on niece to uncle Jon Bolton, uncle...
Nancy Joann Meyer
Aug 1, 2021
Nancy JoAnn Meyer of Independence, Missouri passed away Sunday, August 1, 2021. She was 83 years old. A visitation will be 1-2pm, Friday August 6, 2021 with service to start at 2pm, both held at Speaks Suburban Chapel, 18020 E. 39th Street, Independence, Missouri 64055. Interment will follow service and take place at Mt. Washington Cemetery, Independence, Missouri. Nancy was...
James "Wally" Cochran
Aug 1, 2021
James “Wally” Cochran, a man of faith, passed away peacefully on Sunday, August 1, 2021 with family by his side. He was 91. Wally was born to James and Alita Cochran on October 13, 1929 in Independence, Missouri. On May 18, 1948 Wally married the love of his life, Sarah and they spent the next 65 years creating a life...
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