Nov 11, 2021

Betty Jean Wilckens, 77, of Kansas City, MO passed away on Thursday, November 11, 2021. A visitation will be held from 10-11am on Thursday, November 18th with a service following at 11am, both at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church; 17200 E 39th St. S.; Independence, MO 64055. Interment will follow at Higginsville City Cemetery. Betty was born on December 7, 1943,...

Nov 11, 2021

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Nov 11, 2021

Deanna Lorraine Nelson, a loving mother and grammy, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on Thursday, November 11, 2021. She was 82. Deanna was born to Joel and Lois Barmore on October 27, 1939 in Independence, Missouri. Deanna graduated from William Chrisman High School in 1957 then began her career at Lake City Ammunition Plant. She was a secretary for...

Nov 9, 2021

Inez Marie Sartain died on November 9th, 2021 at Truman Medical Center in Kansas City, Missouri at the age of 82. Inez was born on November 17th, 1938 in Kansas City, Missouri to John and Gertrude Hazlett. She was the 4th of 6 children. She graduated from Northeast High School on June 4th, 1956. Inez married William Jackson and had...

Nov 9, 2021

Sylvia M Nichelson, born in Buckner MO on Oct 15, 1944 passed on Nov 9, 2021 at the age of 77 in her home. Sylvia was born a block from the house in which she passed. Sylvia is survived by her siblings; Patricia Reed & Art Robinson, two sons; Frederick Nichelson & Marvin Nichelson & grandchildren; Cassandra Morris & Frederick...

Nov 8, 2021

Robert Wayne Mckenzie, known by those who love him as Bob “Mac” and Rob died Monday, November 8th at 3:25 pm at Delmar Gardens of Lenexa surrounded by family and caregivers that love him. Born December 26, 1952 in Kansas City, Missouri. He was a regular attendee of Unity Village. He grew up in Los Angeles, California with his mother...

Nov 8, 2021

Tracy L. Bailey of Blue Springs, MO, died unexpectedly and way too soon on November 8, 2021. She was 59 years old. A celebration of life is scheduled at 2:00 pm on Monday, November 22, at Speaks Suburban Chapel, 18020 E 39th St. Independence, MO. Tracy was born on November 17, 1961 in Omaha, NE to James L. and Patsy...

Nov 7, 2021

John Edward Pratt, 73, of Blue Springs, Mo. passed away on Sunday, November 7, 2021. A memorial visitation will be held on Tuesday, November 16th, 2021 from 4-6:00 p.m. at Speaks Suburban Chapel in Independence, Mo. Cremation is planned with burial to take place at Mt. Zion Cemetery in Ten Mile, Tennessee. Memorial contributions can be made to the Salvation...

Nov 7, 2021

Avis “Carolyn” Massey, a devoted teacher, wife, mother, sister and friend, passed away peacefully on Sunday, November 7, 2021. She was 89. Carolyn was born to Jewel (Howerton) and Victor Clyde on September 23, 1932 in Springfield, Missouri. After graduating from Lebanon High School in 1950 Carolyn continued her education at Southwest Missouri State University, and was a member of...

Nov 5, 2021

Linda J. Hall, age 75, passed away peacefully Friday November 5th, 2021, after a short illness, with family by her side. Linda was born to Charles and Maud Crank on October 17th, 1946, in Kansas City, Kansas the youngest of six siblings. She graduated from Wyandotte High School in 1964 and later moved to Independence, Missouri where she lived out...

Nov 5, 2021

Larry Lee Slead, 73, of Independence, MO, passed away November 5, 2021 peacefully at home surrounded by his family. Larry was preceded in death by his wife of 38 years, Connie. Survivors include his brother Jerry Slead; wife Toni Kroll Slead; daughter, Kim Martinez and husband Jeff; daughter, Stacy Parsons and husband Todd; son, Shawn Slead and wife Janna; son,...

Nov 5, 2021

Susan (Susie) Carol Pratt passed away surrounded by her family on Friday, November 5th. Of all of Susie’s accomplishments she was most proud of her marriage of 39 years to Daniel V Pratt and of her children and their spouses, Bob & Holly Pranaat and Christy & Andy Martin. If you found yourself in a conversation with Susie she would...

Nov 4, 2021

Nancy Jean (Taylor) Melson, 75, of Raymore, MO, passed away Thursday, November 4, 2021. Our world is sparkling just a little bit less, our family feeling just a little smaller, we lost our Nana this week, the most incredible woman we've ever known. She left a light everywhere she went, not a person who met her could help but love...

Nov 4, 2021

Debra Ruth “Debbie” Orndoff, 66, of Grain Valley, MO passed away, November 4, 2021. Debbie was born on October 20, 1955 in Clinton, Missouri, the daughter of Herman Wayne and Ruth (Hunter) Coleman. She attended/graduated from Van Horn High School in the class of 1973 and continued to take some courses at MCC and UCM. Debbie did clerical work by...

Nov 3, 2021

Wanda "Susie" Hinson, age 72, passed away on November 3, 2021, in Independence, MO. She had suffered from a rare lung condition for many years. Susie was the only child of James and Dorothy (Johnson) Hinson who preceded her in death. She graduated from Van Horn High School, class of 1967. Susie was an avid Royals fan and enjoyed calling...

Nov 3, 2021

William Rollie Wallace "Will", 30, November 3, 2021 Will was born on July 3, 1991, in Independence, Missouri, son to Paul and Stephanie (Skinner) Wallace. He graduated from Raytown High School then took courses at Longview Community College. Will was a Lab Technician at Root Dental Laboratory by day, and a rock star by night. He was adventurous, funny, witty,...

Nov 2, 2021

Nov 2, 2021

Ruth Ann Bullard, 88, passed away Tuesday, November 2, 2021, at The Villages at Jackson Creek in Independence, Missouri. She was born on December 19, 1932, in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, to Byron Edward and Wilda Mae Davis. The family moved to Kansas City, Missouri, when she was 9. She graduated from Westport High School in 1949 and lived most of her...

Nov 1, 2021

Dan S. Washburn, Sr., 84 of Independence MO, a man who was dedicated to his community, country, and family and lived a life of “Do it right the first time,” passed away on November 1, 2021 after a 2-year fight with lung cancer. Dan was born on January 6, 1937 in Lordsburg, New Mexico, to Charles and Betty Washburn. He...