Obituaries
Barbara Boydston (Hays)
Nov 6, 2017
Barbara Ann Boydston, 66, Independence, MO *Born June 17, 1951 in Oregon, Il to Walter G and Mary P Hays. She is survived by her husband Gary, mother Mary, siblings Linda, Vickie, Tim, Sherry, Brenda, Ed, and Jamie, children Andy, Carey, and Jessica a daughter-in-law Amy, and 4 grandchildren Bailey, Tanner, Qwenton, and Olivia. She is survived by many nieces,...
Thomas Eugene Williams
Nov 6, 2017
Thomas E. Williams, 69, of Grain Valley, MO passed away at his home on November 6, 2017. A Memorial Visitation will be held on Friday, November 10, 2017 from 6-8pm at Speaks Suburban Chapel. Tom was born on November 23, 1947 in Baltimore, MD the only child of Leo and Dorothy (Whitmer) Williams. After high school, Tom joined the United...
Ruth Joan Ford Newton Washam (Newton)
Nov 5, 2017
Ruth Joan Ford Newton Washam, 85, of Independence, MO passed into eternal glory Sunday November 5, 2017 at her home. She was a member of St. Paul’s Lutheran Church in Independence, MO. Ruth was born March 10, 1932 in Beatrice, Nebraska. She leaves to mourn her passing sons Steve Washam (Nickie), of Blue Springs, MO, Scott Washam and Stanley Washam...
Janet Louise Mccarty (Snyder)
Nov 5, 2017
Janet McCarty, 65, of Lowry City, MO passed away November 5, 2017 in Blue Springs, MO. At her request cremation has taken place. Memorial services will be private at a later date. Janet was born in Clinton Missouri on March 26, 1952 to Johnnie and Kathryn Snyder. She was raised in Independence Missouri and graduated from William Chrisman High School....
Marvin F. "Mickey" Weeks
Nov 4, 2017
Marvin F. “Mickey” Weeks, of Avondale, MO, left this world on November 4, 2017. Services will be 2 pm, Sat., Nov. 11 at Carson-Speaks Chapel, 1501 W. Lexington Ave., Independence, MO 64052; interment at Mt. Washington Cemetery. Visitation will begin at 1 pm before the service at the chapel. In lieu of flowers the family requests contributions to the Children’s...
Dena Dinwiddie
Nov 4, 2017
Dena Dinwiddie, 44, Independence, MO passed away Saturday, November 4, 2017 after a long battle with cancer. Cremation is planned. Dena was born on July 28, 1973 in Independence, MO to Michael and Geraldine (Sargent) Dinwiddie. After finishing high school, she took a few college classes and worked various different positions while living in Nebraska, Arizona and Missouri. She was...
Ruth Sevart
Nov 4, 2017
Ruth Sevart, 65, Independence, MO, passed away Saturday, November 4, 2017. A memorial visitation will be held from 4-6pm on Thursday, November 9, 2017 at Speaks Suburban Chapel 18020 E. 39th St, Independence, MO 64055. A service will follow at 6pm. Ruth was born on February 13, 1952 in Pineville, MO to Russell and Mary (Jackson) Motley. She loved shopping,...
Opal L. Box (Hazlett)
Nov 3, 2017
Opal L. Box, 83, Lee’s Summit, MO passed away Nov. 3, 2017. Services will be 2 pm, Monday, Nov 6 at Speaks Suburban Chapel; visitation 1- 2 pm; interment at Mound Grove Cemetery. Opal is survived by her husband Rev. Ted Box, of the home; daughter Brenda Morris and husband Dave, Apple Valley, MN; son Steve Box; daughter Diane Mahoney...
Robert Jaquess
Nov 2, 2017
Robert W. Jaquess was born in Jackson County, Missouri on June 23, 1927 to Edgar and Bessie Jaquess. He went home to be with Jesus on November 2, 2017. He had lived at the Veterans Home in Warrensburg, Mo. the last three years of his life. He leaves his wife of 66 years, Jean Jaquess, Independence, Mo., a son, Jimmy...
Kenneth Goswick
Nov 2, 2017
Ken Goswick, 77, of Independence, MO passed away November 2, 2017. A Celebration of Life will be held on Wednesday, November 8, 2017 from 6-8pm at Carson-Speaks Chapel. Military Honors will be rendered at 7pm at the chapel. Ken was born on June 26, 1940 in Duenweg, MO to Lloyd and Ruth (Simon) Goswick. He was a graduate of West...
John Schieszer Jr
Nov 2, 2017
John Roy Schieszer, 97, a long-time resident of Independence, MO, passed away November 2, 2017. John was born, raised and graduated from high school in Marshall, MO. He was the fullback on the football team and did shotput and discus on the track team. He played two years of college football before enlisting in the Navy, serving in the Pacific...
Vivian Smith
Nov 1, 2017
Vivian Smith, 76, of Independence, MO passed away Wednesday, November 1, 2017. Graveside service will be at 2pm on Friday, November 3, 2017 at New Salem Cemetery and a memorial service will be held at a later date. Vivian was born on February 26, 1941 in Ventura, CA to Harold Lewis and Mildred (Meek) Decker. After finishing high school, she...
Mack Spicer
Nov 1, 2017
Mack Spicer, 69, of Independence, MO passed away Wednesday, November 1, 2017. A visitation will be held from 10:00-11:00am on Friday, November 3, 2017 at Speaks Suburban Chapel 18020 E. 39th St, Independence, MO, 64055. Burial will follow at Mound Grove Cemetery. Mack was born on October 28, 1948 in Beckley, WV to Billy and Ruby (Moore) Spicer. He worked...
Joan Lois Thomas (Mcdonald)
Nov 1, 2017
Joan Thomas, 70, of Blue Springs, MO passed away November 1, 2017. A memorial service will be held at a later date. Joan was born October 4, 1947 in Independence, MO to Verne L. and June L. (Roberts) McDonald. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, James Thomas; and brother, Gary L. McDonald. Joan is survived by her...
Brian Morton
Oct 31, 2017
Brian Morton, 44, of Independence, MO passed away October 31, 2017 at his home. Visitation will be Sunday, November 5, 2017 from 6-8pm at Carson-Speaks Chapel. Graveside services will be 10am Monday, November 6, 2017 at Six Mile Cemetery in Sibley, MO.
Shirley Frances Mcclain
Oct 30, 2017
Shirley Frances McClain, 83, passed away Monday, October 30, 2017, in Independence, Missouri. Shirley was born October, 24, 1934, to Allie and Minnie Agemy in Highland Park, Michigan. On March 24, 1956, Shirley married Kenneth B. McClain, and together they raised their three children in Brighton, Michigan. In 2005, Shirley moved to Independence, Missouri. Shirley is preceded in death by...
Flossie Ray Jones (Sowell)
Oct 30, 2017
Flossie Ray Jones, 88, Independence, MO passed away Oct. 30, 2017. Services will be 2 pm, Wed., Nov. 8 at Carson-Speaks Chapel, 1501 W. Lexington Ave., Independence, MO 64052; interment at Mt. Washington Cemetery. Visitation will begin at 1 pm before the service at the chapel. The family requests contributions to the charity of your choice. Flossie was born Nov....
Raymond Clark Treat
Oct 29, 2017
Raymond Treat, 83, of Independence, MO passed away Oct. 29, 2017. Memorial Services will be 10am Saturday, November 4, 2017 at Carson-Speaks Chapel. Inurnment will be in Missouri State Veterans Cemetery at a later date. Raymond was born on January 1, 1934 in Tomah, WI to Chelcie and Arline (Krueger) Treat. Raymond proudly served in the United States Marie Corp...
Twyla Michelle Wasson (Sparks)
Oct 28, 2017
Twyla M. Wasson, 61, Independence, MO passed away Oct. 28, 2017. Memorial services will be 10 am, Friday, Nov. 10 at Carson-Speaks Chapel, 1501 W. Lexington Ave., Independence, MO 64052; cremation. Visitation will begin at 9 am before the service at the chapel. Twyla was born July 11, 1956 in Sugar Creek, MO and graduated from William Chrisman High School...
Martha Casey
Oct 28, 2017
Martha Casey 83, of Sugar Creek, MO passed away at her home on Saturday, October 28, 2017. Visitation will be 9 am Thursday, November 2, 2017 at St. Cyril’s Catholic Church, 11231 Chicago St. Sugar Creek, MO. Mass of Christian Burial will follow at 10am at the church. Burial will take place in Mound Grove Cemetery. Martha was born on...
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