Obituaries
Isidro Torres Tayo
Nov 30, 2021
Isidro Torres Tayo, of Independence, Missouri was born on the feast day of St. Isidore the Farmer 1925 in Gigmoto, Catanduanes Philippines. He passed away at St Luke's East Hospital Lee's Summit, Missouri on November 30, 2021. Isidro was the 6th child of Juan Tatad Tayo and Julia Tud Torres, and a sibling to Juliana(+), Luis(+), Aleja(+), Maria(+), Pablo(+), Francisco(+),...
Shirley Ann Sartain (Crist)
Nov 29, 2021
Shirley Sartain, 78, of Stockton, MO passed away on Monday November 29, 2021 at North Care Hospice House. A visitation will be from 6-8:00 pm Wednesday, December 15 at Carson-Speaks Chapel, 1501 W. Lexington Ave, Independence, MO. Services will be held at 11:00 am on Thursday, December 16 at Central Assembly of God, 1009 W. 23rd St., Independence, MO with...
Charles Everett "Chuck" Baker
Nov 28, 2021
Chuck Baker, 71, of Independence, Missouri, passed away Sunday, November 28, 2021. Chuck was born on October 10, 1950, in Independence, Missouri, the son of Cecil Grant and Annie Marie (Robbins) Baker. He was one of six children. Chuck was born and raised in Independence, Missouri, graduating from William Chrisman High School, class of 1969. He met Nancy Smith in...
John Allen Adams
Nov 28, 2021
John Allen Adams Born on June 16th, 1950 in Lamoni, Iowa Radio manager and producer Wonderful husband to Jacquelyn Adams and loving father to Sarah K; Rachel A; Emily W; Zac A. Loving and playful pap to his grandchildren Its impossible to put into words the man he was He was a God loving, cigar smoking, dad joke telling, oldies...
Sandy Christine Kolie
Nov 27, 2021
Sandy Christine Kolie age 53, of Independence MO, passed away at St. Mary’s Hospital on November 27, 2021. Sandy was born on Saturday, May 25th, 1968 in Kansas City, MO of Robert, and Sandy Kolie. She leaves behind several loving family members. Sandy is survived by her father, Robert Kolie; sisters, Kristine Mulloy and step-sister Sarah Luptak; brothers, Guy Kolie...
John Elmer Scarlett
Nov 27, 2021
John Elmer Scarlett, 86 passed away on November 27th 2021 in Independence Missouri. John was born on January 2nd 1935 in Bland Missouri to George and Laura ( Blandon) Scarlett. John was 1 of 11 children. He lived his life to the fullest with the love of tinkering. He enjoyed coon and goose hunting with family. Lawn care - if...
Somchit S. "Som" Shirk
Nov 27, 2021
Somchit (Som) Saengtong Shirk, 80, passed away from cancer on Saturday, November 27th, 2021 at her home in Independence, Missouri. Originally from Dan Khun Thot District, Thailand, Som relocated to the United States in 1981 with her son Jaruk (Jess) Chanyaem. Som was the fourth of seven children for Kluab and Poom Saengtong. She attended school for Hair and Sewing...
Bonnie Mae Monheiser (Kinzie)
Nov 27, 2021
Bonnie Kinzie Monheiser passed away on November 27, 2021 in Independence, Missouri at the age of 88. She is preceded in death by her husband Raymond Monheiser who passed away in August 2019. Bonnie was born on March 8, 1933 in Fleming, Colorado to her father Albert Kinzie and her mother Cora Kinzie. Bonnie also had a stepmother named Dorothy...
Lori Leeanne Hagerman (Hendrix)
Nov 26, 2021
Lori LeAnne Hagerman, age 60 of Lexington, MO passed away on November 26, 2021 in Independence, MO. Lori was born in Los Banos, CA to Nellie Frances and Tom Hendrix on April 19, 1961. She was an astounding artist and created beautiful pieces of artwork for her family and friends. A piece she was particularly proud of is currently displayed...
Tammy S. Daniel (Brown)
Nov 26, 2021
Tammy S. Daniel, 59, of Blue Springs, MO was called home to be with the Lord on Friday, November 26, 2021. A celebration of life will be held from 10am-12pm on Saturday, December 11th at Speaks Suburban Chapel, 18020 E. 39th Street South, Independence, MO 64055. Tammy was born in Lexington, MO and attended Lafayette County High School in Higginsville....
Thomas Jefferson "Tj" Cundiff
Nov 26, 2021
Thomas Jefferson Cundiff, TJ, 46 years of age, passed away on November 26th, at Redwood of Independence. TJ was born March 8th, 1975 in Eugene, Oregon to Tyra and Tom Cundiff. He immediately stole the hearts of everyone around him with his big blue eyes and sweet smile. TJ was an only child and the oldest of five grandchildren. From...
Ruby Jean Tapko
Nov 26, 2021
Ruby Jean Tapko, 88, Sugar Creek, Missouri, passed away peacefully on Friday, November 26, 2021 with family by her side. Visitation will be Friday, December 10th at 10 a.m. at St. Cyril’s Church, Sugar Creek, MO, with a Mass of Christian Burial 11 a.m. Burial to follow at Mt. Washington Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made...
Doris Eileen Tompkins (Hunt)
Nov 25, 2021
Doris Eileen Hunt Tompkins, 91, of Independence, MO passed away on Thursday, November 25, 2021. Doris was born in Kansas City, MO to William L. Hunt and Mattie D. Leas Hunt. They moved to Fairmount, MO where she went to Fairmount Grade School and graduated from Northeast High School. She worked at Roberts Drugstore where she met Cary F. Tompkins...
Martin Eugene "Marty" Norris
Nov 25, 2021
Martin E. “Marty” Norris, 78, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, November 25, 2021. Marty was born to Richard and Opal Norris on September 16, 1943 in Jackson County. After high school Marty enlisted in the United States Navy in 1961. He proudly served for many years. Afterwards, Marty landed a career with Coast to Coast stores. After his marriage to...
Veronica Braman
Nov 25, 2021
Our Father in Heaven called Veronica Braman home unexpectedly the morning of November 25, 2021. Veronica had been battling recovery from a brain aneurysm until complications suddenly ended her beloved presence on this earth. She is missed deeply by her loved ones who knew her best and loved her with all of their heart and soul. For those blessed to...
Herbert Mathew "Herb" Smith
Nov 25, 2021
Herbert Mathew “Herb” Smith, 96, of Independence, Missouri, passed away November 25, 2021. Herb was born on March 7, 1925, in Kansas City, Missouri, the son of Herbert R. and Susie E. (O’Connell) Smith, raised on a small farm in Jackson County. Served in the US Navy, for three years on the US Atlantic Fleet. Herb was active in Boy...
Sonjah Lee Hatfield (Calhoun)
Nov 24, 2021
Sonjah Lee Hatfield, a devoted wife, mother and grandmother, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, November 24, 2021. She was 84. Sonjah was born to Ray and Josephine Calhoun on November 1, 1937 in Atlanta, Georgia. Sonjah was a very hands on momma. She took pride in caring for her family and her home. Sonjah had great talent in the kitchen...
Jacquelyn Sue Adams (Barker)
Nov 24, 2021
Jacquelyn Sue Adams Born on April 30th, 1954 in Independence, MO Neo-Natal ICU Nurse 1975-2017 Wonderful wife of 48 years to John A. Adams Loving mother to Sarah K; Rachel A; Emily W; and Zac A. Spoiled her grandchildren and loved them dearly Jackie as everyone would call her Was a friend to everyone she passed Had a love of...
Lita Lou (Fisk) Greb
Nov 23, 2021
Lita Lou (Fisk) Greb, 93, passed away on Tuesday, November 23, 2021 at St . Lukes Hospital in Kansas City, Missouri. She was born in Independence, Missouri, the only child of John Winfield Fisk and M. Lorene (Sumner) Fisk on September 23,1928. She graduated from William Chrisman High School Class of 1946, and attended KU and William Jewell College. She...
Charles H. "Chuck" Heflin
Nov 23, 2021
Charles (Chuck) H. Heflin, age 71, died at home Tuesday, November 23, 2021. Chuck was a life-long resident of Kansas City and Independence, MO, where he attended Truman High School. He proudly served his country during the Vietnam War. Chuck is survived by his two daughters, Lindsey and Jessica; his grandchildren Mateo, Addie, and Nathan; his brother Harry; sister Vicki;...
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