Obituaries
Joan Marie Slaght
Jun 4, 2024
Mrs. Joan Marie Slaght, wife, mother, and grandmother, passed away on June 4, 2024, in Blue Springs, Missouri. She was born on January 3, 1930, in Carson, Iowa. Joan was a selfless, caring person devoted to family. She applied her special gifts and talents in many ways, always doing whatever needed to be done through community service and as an educator. Her...
Daryll K. Gilliam
Jun 3, 2024
Daryll K. Gilliam 57 of Independence MO passed away June 3, 2024 at Centerpoint Medical Center. A memorial gathering is planned to celebrate Daryll’s life from 6-8pm Thursday June 20,2024 at the Carson-Speaks chapel 1501 W Lexington Ave Independence, MO 64052. Daryll was born August 22, 1966 to Glenn D Gilliam Sr and Hazel R (DeLauder) Gilliam. Daryll proudly served...
Ronald Gerald Simsheuser
Jun 2, 2024
Ronald Gerald Simsheuser, affectionately known as Ron, passed away on June 2, 2024, in Warrensburg, Missouri. He was born on May 9, 1939, in Weston, Missouri. Ron led a remarkable life filled with love, dedication, and service to others.
In his professional career, Ron’s commitment and work ethic were truly commendable. For 34 years, Ron worked diligently for Armco Steel until...
Wilma Lee Thornton
Jun 1, 2024
Wilma Lee Thornton, 97 of Blue Springs, MO passed away Saturday, June 1, 2024 at Cedarhurst of Blue Springs. Funeral services will be held at 10:00 a.m., Friday, June 7, 2024 at the Speaks Suburban Chapel. A graveside service will be held at 2:00 p.m., Friday at the Mt. Olive Cemetery in Pittsburg, KS. The family will greet friends from...
Rosita Lillian Garcia Fabela
Jun 1, 2024
In Memory of Rosita Lillian Garcia Fabela
Rosita Lillian Garcia Fabela, affectionately known as "Rosie" to her loved ones or “Mommo” to her grandkids, passed away on June 1, 2024, in Independence, Missouri. She was born on August 21, 1944, in Argentine, Kansas to her parents, Gabriel and Elvira Garcia. A devoted soul whose kindness knew no bounds, Rosie will be...
Jerry Lee England
May 30, 2024
Jerry Lee England was born on December 31st, 1953, to Ray and Jewell England in Independence, Missouri. He passed away on May 30th, 2024, from a bicycle accident. Jerry is survived by his son Ryan (Amber), his daughter, Jaclyn England and four grandchildren, Rylan, Dax, Sutton, and Cambria.
He had a distinguished career in management for Union Pacific Railroad and retired...
Margaret "Peggy" Lee Tomlin
May 30, 2024
Margaret “Peggy” Lee Tomlin, a devoted wife, mother, grandmother and sister passed away Thursday, May 30, 2024, after losing a hard fought 2 plus years battle with several serious health issues. She was 81. Peggy was born January 6, 1943, in Kansas City, MO to Bill and Mary McDonald.
Peggy graduated from East High School in 1961 where she met...
George William Lafal
May 30, 2024
George LafalGeorge W. Lafal of Blue Springs, Mo passed away peacefully on May 30, 2024. He was born February 10,1946 in Independence, Mo.He graduated from Van Horn high school (1964) where he played football and was on the swim team.He had a diverse career starting with his job working for N&W Railroad where he made lifelong friends who have been...
Terry Walton Blankenship
May 28, 2024
Terry Walton Blankenship, 85 of Blue Springs, MO passed away Tuesday, May 28, 2024 at Centerpoint Medical Center. Funeral Services will be held at 11:00 a.m., Thursday, June 6, 2024 at the Speaks Suburban Chapel. The family will greet friends from 10:00 a.m., until service time Thursday at the chapel. A graveside service will be held at 2:00 p.m., Friday,...
James "Jim" Woodson Combs
May 28, 2024
James "Jim" Woodson Combs, a man of many talents and a heart full of love, passed away on May 28, 2024, in Independence, Missouri. He was 81 years old.
Jim was born on October 3, 1942, in Kansas City, Kansas to George and Lena Combs. A deep love of service and dedication marked his life. He served our country honorably for 12 years in...
Carol Jean Mitchell
May 26, 2024
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the peaceful passing of Carol Mitchell on Sunday, May 26, surrounded by family. Carol Jean (Solomon) Mitchell was born on July 10, 1939, in Malta Bend, Missouri. She was the oldest of two children born to John and Vivien Solomon. Carol was a dedicated career public school educator who profoundly impacted the lives...
Lynne Adelle Frazier
May 26, 2024
Lynne Adelle Frazier, a beloved homemaker, passed away on May 26, 2024 surrounded by her family. She was born on April 10, 1947 in St. Joseph, Mo. to Orrice and Carol McCord.
Lynne met the love of her life at the tender of 15 on a blind date. Four years later, on February 11, 1967, she married Roy, marking the beginning...
Farzaneh Coffey
May 26, 2024
Farzaneh Coffey, born on July 21, 1952, in Tehran, Iran, passed away on May 26, 202, in Sugar Creek, Missouri. She was a remarkable individual who dedicated her career to serving others as a supervisor for the State of Missouri in the Division of Family Services.
Farzaneh's thirst for knowledge led her to graduate with a Bachelor's degree in Chemistry from...
Ruth Marie Linnenbringer
May 26, 2024
Ruth Marie (Smith) Linnenbringer, of Overland Park, Kansas, passed away on May 26, 2024, at the home of her daughter, where she had resided for the past ten years. Ruth was born on March 2, 1928 to Connie Evelyn (Fakes) Smith and Charles Warren Smith, Sr., in Sugar Creek, Missouri. Ruth was the youngest of eight children, having five sisters...
Theo D. Scott
May 26, 2024
Having lived a life full of loving commitment to faith, family, and friends, we mourn the passing of Theo D. Scott, affectionately known as "Ted" to those who knew him best. Ted was born on September 25, 1936, in Petoskey, Michigan, to his loving parents Theo K. and A. Beryl Scott.
Throughout his career, Ted served as a Speech Pathologist for...
Joseph Stomboly
May 25, 2024
Joseph Stomboly of Independence, Missouri passed away peacefully surrounded by family on Saturday, May 25, 2024. He was 85 years old.
In Joe’s professional career, his expertise shone brightly as he worked in sales for Wilson meat company for over 20 years. He was then led to venture into entrepreneurship, owning Stomboly's deli for 8 years. Through his businesses, Joe not...
Charity N. Champ
May 24, 2024
Charity N. Champ passed away unexpectedly on Friday, May 24, 2024 at the age of 51. Charity was born to Daniel and Peggy Champ on May 5, 1973 in Independence, Missouri.
Charity found joy in cooking and dedicated over 9 years of her life serving the community at MCI hospital. Her culinary skills brought comfort and nourishment to countless individuals during...
Victoria Ann Meyer
May 24, 2024
Victoria Ann "Vicky" Meyer, 68 of Chilhowee, Missouri passed away Peacefully after a short battle with alzheimer's. Vicky was born in Kansas on July 11, 1955 to William and Carolyn Wharton. Vicky Graduated from peculiar high school and lived most of her life In the countryside. She enjoyed nature, fishing and was happiest being with her dogs. Her passion for cooking...
Eva Clarriece Casteel
May 23, 2024
Eva Clarriece (Taylor) Casteel, A.K.A. "Curly", A.K.A. Candy, was born on August 29, 1942 in the Bakersfield, California General Hospital to parents Clarence Preston Taylor and Eva Clementine (Pfeifer) Taylor. Clarriece as she was called by her family spent a few of her early years in California, as her parents worked for several of the aircraft plants for the WWII effort. Clarriece's...
Harry Steven Stockton
May 22, 2024
Harry Steven Stockton, a loving father, grandfather, and friend, passed away peacefully on May 22, 2024, in Independence, Missouri. He was 89 years old.He was born on December 12, 1934, in Barry County, Missouri to James and Mattie (Hampton) Stockton. Throughout his life, Harry dedicated himself to his craft at Stockton Drywall for many years, showcasing his exceptional skills and...
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