Obituaries
Merlyn Edward Grubb
Jul 7, 2024
Merlyn Edward Grubb, age 87, passed on to eternal life July 7, 2024 at the John Knox Village Care Center. A memorial service will be held at Christ United Methodist Church 14506 E. 39th St. Independence MO 64055 on Tuesday July 16th at 6:00 pm with a visitation at Christ United Methodisr Church at 5:00 pm. Merlyn was born to...
Kathleen Sue Halcro
Jul 7, 2024
Kathleen Sue Halcro, 81 of Independence, MO passed away Sunday, July 7, 2024 at CenterPoint Medical Center. Funeral Mass will be held at 10:00 a.m., Friday, July 12, 2024 at the St. Mary’s Church (600 N. Liberty Street) with burial to follow in Woodlawn Cemetery. The family will greet friends from 9:30 am until service time Friday at the church....
Melvin Roy Parker
Jul 7, 2024
Melvin Roy Parker, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and friend passed away on July 7, 2024, in Sibley, Missouri. He was born on May 26, 1940 in Brunswick, Missouri, to William Francis and Ollie Belle (Brake) Parker. He was one of 11 children. He moved to Kansas City in 1949 and to Sibley, Missouri in 1971, where he remained...
Lydia Rolda Adrales
Jul 7, 2024
Lydia Rolda Adrales, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away peacefully on July 7, 2024, at her home in Independence, MO. She was 90 years old.
Born on March 27, 1934, in Manila, Philippines. Lydia dedicated her life to creating a home for her family. On Christmas Day of 1951, she married Luis Adrales. Together they raised 10 children....
David Kent Johnston
Jul 5, 2024
David Kent Johnston passed away unexpectedly on Friday, July 5, 2024. He was 80 years old. David was born on April 11, 1944 to Stewart and Elizabeth (Hogle) Johnston in Panama, Nebraska.
David grew up in Panama, Nebraska and graduated from Panama High School. Afterwards he furthered his education at the University of Nebraska, earning his bachelor's degree in engineering. He...
Susan Lee Liang
Jul 4, 2024
Susan Lee Liang, passed away peacefully with family by her side on July 4, 2024, in Independence, Missouri. She was born on March 13, 1935, in East Chicago, Indiana to C.P. and Ah Fung (Leung) Lee.
Graduating from Washington High School and pursuing her dream, Susan became a nurse through hard work and determination. She touched countless lives during her career...
Marlene D. Cable
Jul 4, 2024
Marlene Deaver Cable, Independence, Mo., passed away July 4, 2024, concluding a brief stay at Saint Luke’s Hospice House in Kansas City, Mo. Marlene was born June 24, 1939, in Leon, Iowa, to Daisy M. and A. Neal Deaver.
She received her degree in dietetics from Iowa State University and practiced as a Registered Dietitian (ADA) at the former Independence Sanitarium...
Rachel "Catherine" Freytag
Jul 4, 2024
Rachel Catherine (Cruce) Freytag, 93, passed away July 4, 2024, at her home in Independence, Missouri. Cathy was the youngest of eight children born to James Grover and Mary Elizabeth (Ingham) Cruce on the family farm in Urich, Missouri September 5,1930. She was one of the last Elementary students to attend Freeze Out School in Urich before it closed and...
Delores "Dee" Marie Bunge
Jul 2, 2024
Delores "Dee" Marie Bunge's journey on this earth came to a peaceful close on July 2, 2024, in Blue Springs, Missouri. She was born on February14, 1934, in Jefferson City, Missouri, to her loving parents Floyd and Edna (Bloomer) Nichols.
After marrying her best friend, William "Bill" Bunge, on May 30, 1953, Dee took on the responsibilities of homemaker and Bill's...
Howard L. Cook
Jul 2, 2024
Howard L. Cook, age 90, passed away on July 2, 2024, surrounded by the love of his family. He was born on October 20, 1933, in Lamar, Missouri, to Daina Austin Cook and Helen (Jarvis) (Cook) Holt.
Howard graduated from William Chrisman High School in the class of 1951 and served with honor in the Missouri National Guard for 10 years.
He...
William Marvin "Bill" Harbaugh
Jul 1, 2024
William Marvin "Bill" Harbaugh, passed away peacefully on July 1, 2024, in his hometown of Independence, Missouri. He was 92 years old. Bill was born on November 20, 1931 to Glenn and Dorothy Harbaugh.
After graduating from William Chrisman high school, Bill dedicated himself to proudly serving in the United States Army for several years. Following his military service, he pursued...
Rosemary Agnes Banta
Jul 1, 2024
Rosemary Banta passed away on Monday, July 1, 2024 at her residence in the John Knox Village Care Center. Born in St. Paul, Minnesota on September 29, 1935, Rosemary was welcomed by her loving parents, William and Agnes Ziegler. As the eldest, Rosemary was joined by six siblings and considered a trusted caretaker. Rosemary was a huge help for her...
Norma Christine Fugate
Jun 30, 2024
Norma Christine (Bonsteel) Fugate, second child to Jim and Elna (Anholm) Bonsteel, devoted wife, mother, grandmother and great grandmother, died peacefully June 30, 2024 at the age of 87. She was born 10/9/36 in San Luis Obispo, CA, moved to Fresno at age 9 and remained there for many years.
Norma met future husband Ed Fugate, through his younger sister, her...
Sandra Jo Robinett
Jun 29, 2024
Sandra Jo Robinett, 86 of Independence, MO passed away Saturday, June 29, 2024 at the Villages of Jackson Creek. Funeral services will be at 2:00 p.m., Friday, July 5, 2024 at the Speaks Suburban Chapel with burial to follow in Brooking Cemetery. The family will greet friends from 1:00 p.m., until service time Friday at the chapel. Sandra was born...
Robert William Ginavan, III
Jun 26, 2024
In loving memory of Robert William Ginavan, III, known affectionately as "Bob", who passed away on June 26, 2024, in Kansas City, Missouri. Bob was born on November 3, 1956, to his parents, Robert and Katheryn Ginavan, who instilled in him values of kindness and love that he carried throughout his life.
Bob led a fulfilling career at UPS where he...
Beatrice Lee Morton
Jun 26, 2024
Beatrice (Bea) Lee Morton, 75, of Independence, Missouri, passed away Wednesday, June 26, 2024, at Centerpoint Medical Center. Funeral Mass will be held at 11:00 a.m. Monday, July 1, 2024, at the Nativity of Mary Catholic Church, with private burial to follow in the Missouri State Veterans Cemetery in Higginsville, Missouri. There will be a rosary recited beginning at 9:30...
Garrett Dale McGuirt
Jun 25, 2024
Garrett Dale McGuirt, fondly known as "KC R1," bid farewell to this world tragically on June 25, 2024. He was born on June 10, 2004, in Blue Springs, Missouri.
Garrett led a fulfilling life marked by dedication and hard work. He worked for Hiland Dairy and was a proud member of the Local Teamster 41 union and could be referred to...
Harlan "Steven" Cole
Jun 25, 2024
Steve was born in Hazard , Kentucky and raised in West Carrollton, Ohio. After graduating from West Carrollton High School in 1975, he received a scholarship to attend Georgetown College in Kentucky to play football. He later returned to Ohio and soon after moved to Kansas City, Missouri with little money in his pocket and no job. He worked hard...
Anthony Joseph Catalano
Jun 25, 2024
Anthony Joseph Catalano, a husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, and friend, peacefully passed away on June 25, 2024, in Blue Springs, Missouri. He was 91 years old.
Born on September 9, 1932, in Kansas City, Missouri, Anthony led a remarkable life filled with love, dedication, and passion. Anthony graduated from Manuel High School with the class of 1951 and pursued further...
Dennis Paul Rupp
Jun 25, 2024
Dennis Paul Rupp, 71, unexpectedly passed away and arrived at his heavenly home on June 25, 2024. His dedication to his family and strong faith in Christ brought him peace. Dennis was born to the late Sylvester and Esther (Connors) Rupp in St. Louis, Missouri on August 23, 1952. During his childhood, Dennis spent many days on the golf course...
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