Obituaries
John Bonifacio Moreno Jr.
Nov 21, 2024
John Bonifacio Moreno Jr., age 77, of Independence, MO., passed away on November 21, 2024, peacefully surrounded by his loving family. He was born September 19, 1947, in Kansas City, MO to John and Dolores Moreno. He married the love of his life, JoAnn, on December 26, 1967, at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Independence just before deploying to Vietnam....
Amelia "Amy" Olivine Jacobs-Alexander
Nov 21, 2024
Amelia Olivine (Jacobs) Alexander, lovingly known as Amy, passed away on November 21, 2024 at the age of 83 years in Kansas City, Missouri. Born on October 10, 1941, in Liberty, Missouri, Amy brought warmth and kindness to all who knew her.
Throughout life, Amy's steadfast dedication to her family and her unwavering work ethic shone brightly. She worked as a...
Joan Arlene Croston
Nov 21, 2024
Joan Arlene Ruud Croston was born on November 19, 1937, to Syver and Emelia Ruud at Jones Hospital in Hillsboro, Oregon. She grew up in rural Hillsboro and attended local schools, Witch Hazel Elementary and Hillsboro High School. She attended Pacific Lutheran College in Tacoma, Washington and graduated in 1960 with a degree in English. Later she earned a teaching...
Aimee Rebecca Wray-Trevino
Nov 17, 2024
Aimee Rebecca Wray- Trevino got her angel wings on November 17, 2024. Aimee was born on October 18, 1975, in Kansas City, Missouri to Robert and Rebecca (Foster) Wray.
Aimee attended Lee's Summit High School and graduated in 1994. She was pursuing an online college degree majoring in criminal justice with an emphasis on human services.
Aimee spent a good part of...
Mary Frances Andes
Nov 17, 2024
Mary F. (Massood) Andes born August 5th, 1922 passed November 17th, 2024.
Husband Leo Andes precedes her.
Mary had many hobbies but particularly enjoyed spending her free time hand-crafting and painting ceramics. She adored her family and hosting large family dinners where many cherished memories were made.
Six sisters, one brother. Last sister, Martha Winright passed in 2023 at the age of 104...
Joyce Schrankler
Nov 16, 2024
Joyce Schrankler, a beloved mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully on November 16, 2024, in Blue Springs, Missouri, surrounded by the love she so freely gave throughout her remarkable life. Born on April 3, 1931, in Odessa, Missouri, Joyce was a true embodiment of joy, warmth, and selflessness.
Joyce graduated from Sweet Springs High School, laying the foundation for a...
Jerry Wayne Nieft
Nov 15, 2024
Jerry Wayne Nieft, 78 of Blue Springs, MO passed away Friday, November 15, 2024 at Cedarhurst of Blue Springs, MO. Private family burial will be held in Macon County Memorial Cemetery in Decatur, IL. A memorial service will be held at 2:00 p.m., Saturday, December 14, 2024 at the Colonial Hills Community of Christ, 3539 SW 7 Hwy., Blue Springs,...
Lisa Renee Proctor
Nov 13, 2024
Lisa Renee Proctor, born on March 12, 1979, in Independence, Missouri, passed away on November 13, 2024, in North Kansas City.
A graduate of Fort Osage High School, Lisa's exuberance for life was evident in her many hobbies and interests. She was a spirited individual, known for her playful teasing and stubborn nature, traits that endeared her to many. Whether she...
Douglas Boyd Arteman
Nov 12, 2024
Douglas Boyd Arteman, of Holden, Missouri, a beloved friend and son, passed away Tuesday, Nov. 12, 2024, in Payson, Arizona, leaving behind a legacy of kindness and love. His family and friends mourn this loss while celebrating the remarkable life he lived.
Doug was known for his warmth, generosity and unwavering dedication to those he held dear. He touched the lives...
Merle Gean Allen
Nov 11, 2024
Merle Gean Allen, beloved mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully on November 11, 2024, in Blue Springs, Missouri, just two days shy of her 84th birthday. Born on November 13, 1940, in Calico Rock, Arkansas, Merle brought a spirit of resilience and warmth into the lives of those who were fortunate enough to know.
Merle's journey into adulthood began as...
Joseph Anthony Wiederkehr
Nov 10, 2024
Joseph Anthony Wiederkehr, Age 100, passed away peacefully on November 10, 2024, at his home surrounded by his loving family. He was born October 12, 1924, in Altus, Arkansas to Henry and Marion Wiederkehr. He married the love of his life, Imogene, on November 20, 1946, in St. Louis, Missouri. They were married for 73 wonderful years before Imogene passed...
Edna Ruth Reed
Nov 8, 2024
Edna Ruth Reed (Snyder), affectionately known as Ruth, passed away on November 8, 2024, at the age of 86 at her home in Independence, Missouri. Born on November 24, 1937, in Osceola, Missouri. Ruth was a beacon of light with her beautiful, outgoing personality and friendly demeanor. She truly embodied the spirit of never having met a stranger.
Ruth's educational journey...
William "Bill" James Luckenbaugh
Nov 8, 2024
William J. (Bill) Luckenbaugh, Independence, MO passed away November 8, 2024, at age 84. Born January 7, 1940, in Marysville, PA to Clifford and Olive Luckenbaugh (deceased); wife Martha (deceased); survived by son, Craig Luckenbaugh, Lincoln, MO; daughters, Tammy Mick, North Kansas City, MO and Jessica Luckenbaugh of the home; three sisters, Fern Luckenbaugh (deceased), Marysville, PA, Jean Smiley, husband...
Destinii Hope
Nov 7, 2024
Destinii was born just after midnight on August 22, 2024 in Kansas City, Missouri to her doting and loving parents Maria Pike and Mitchell Holder Jr. Destinii chose her own name when she kicked Mommy in the belly while driving past a church with Destiny in its name, but Daddy and Mommy loved the name Lucky and still called her...
Maria "Masha" Pike
Nov 7, 2024
Maria “Masha” Pike was born in Tver Ostashkov Russia on February 19, 1990. She was adopted by Tom Pike and Lynne Pike in December 1996. Masha was excited to be an “American girl,” and the following year she was sworn in as an American citizen in Memphis, Tennessee.
Maria loved life, the beauty of nature, and the wonders of this earth....
Donato Rafael Kimmons
Nov 7, 2024
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Donato Kimmons, a sweet and loving soul who touched the lives of everyone he met. Donato was a big-hearted, sensitive, and deep-thinking young man whose compassion for others was evident in everything he did. His presence lit up a room, and his unforgettable smile brought joy to those fortunate...
Richard Eddy Davenport
Nov 7, 2024
Richard Eddy Davenport, born on February 22, 1925, in Des Moines, Iowa, passed away peacefully in Kansas City, Missouri, on November 7, 2024. He was a devoted patriot, who served in the United States Navy from 1942 to 1946 during World War II. He took great pride in his service to his country and the work he accomplished, always fighting...
Barbara Ann Huhmann
Nov 7, 2024
Barbara Ann Huhmann, 83, of Independence, Missouri passed away peacefully at home on November 7, 2024. She was born October 3, 1941 in Eugene, Missouri, the daughter of the late Gilbert and Irene (Frank) Sanning. On June 15, 1963 she was united in marriage to William Huhmann.Barbara was a graduate of Central Missouri State University and taught Algebra at Raytown...
Luis Morales Adrales
Nov 7, 2024
Luis Morales Adrales was a beloved father, grandfather, and friend, who peacefully passed away on November 7, 2024 at the age of 95. Born in Iba, Zambales, Philippines in 1929 to Meliton Adrales and Teodora Morales. Luis lived a life rich in joy and passion for his family, career and hobbies.
Luis was a man of resilience and an unparalleled work...
Captain Charles Aubrey Garrett
Nov 7, 2024
Captain Charles Aubrey Garrett, 84 of Independence, MO passed away Thursday, November 7, 2024 at his residence. A funeral service will be held at 2:00 p.m., Tuesday, November 12, 2024 at the Speaks Suburban Chapel. Burial with full Military and Fire Department honors will follow in Oak Ridge Memory Gardens. The family will greet friends from 1:00 p.m., until service...
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