Obituaries
Norma Jean Iott (Nihill)
Jun 20, 2016
Norma Jean Iott, 90, Independence, passed away peacefully at her home on Monday, June 20, 2016. Norma was born September 23, 1925 in Independence, Missouri to Harry & Edith Nihill. There she met the love of her life, Clayton Iott at a movie theater where he swept her off her feet. They enjoyed 69 wonderful years together and lived their...
Esther Friend
Jun 18, 2016
Esther Chappelow Friend who began her earthly life December 10, 1924 in Independence, Missouri was welcomed into the loving arms of Jesus to begin her new life June 18, 2016. Esther was born to Edwin G. Chappelow and Eva (Marsh) Chappelow in Independence, Missouri. Esther graduated from Blue Springs High School in 1942. She worked various jobs over the years,...
Tom Allin Smith Jr.
Jun 18, 2016
Tom Allin Smith Jr. died June 18, 2016, at the Missouri Veterans Home, Warrensburg, MO, where he lived for the past two and a half years. Tom was born on March 2, 1933, often referred to as the day the banks closed, a time that influenced his determination, persistence and ambition to provide for his family. His parents were Tom...
Cicely Mcgraw
Jun 18, 2016
Cicely Anne Delapp McGraw was born in Minneapolis, Minnesota on a frigid, 30th day of January in 1928, to parents George Leslie Delapp and Ardyce Case DeLapp. On the 18th day of June, 2016, a warmish midwestern day, Cicely passed away in Blue Springs, Missouri. The period between those two dates saw a life full of accomplishment and achievement in...
Dr. Venna Mae Johnson
Jun 17, 2016
Dr. Venna M. Johnson, 90, Independence, MO died June 17, 2016. Cremation; no services will be scheduled. Venna was born Oct. 31, 1025 in Miami, Florida. She was preceded in death by her husband Harry N. Johnson.
Scott Lauffer Jr
Jun 16, 2016
Scott Lauffer, Jr. 15, of Oak Grove, MO passed away at his home on June 16, 2016. Visitation will be July 9, 2016, from 2-4pm at Speaks Suburban Chapel. Memorial services will follow at 4pm at the chapel. Scott was born on October 14, 2000 in Kansas City, MO to Scott Sr. and Karen Burgess. He attended Lee’s Summit North...
Bradley Holloman
Jun 16, 2016
Brad Holloman, 55, of Independence, MO passed away Thursday, June 16, 2016. A memorial visitation will be held from 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. on Tuesday, June 21, 2016 at Speaks Suburban Chapel 18020 E. 39th Street, Independence, MO, 64055. Brad will be remembered by his parents Glenn and Linda Holloman of Flemington, MO; his sister Jeana Walz of Lees Summit,...
Merlyn E. Williams
Jun 15, 2016
Merlyn E. Williams, 88, of Independence, MO passed away Wednesday, June 15, 2016. He will be remembered by his two sons J.O. David Williams and wife Joyce of Parker, CO, John Williams and wife Cheryl of Joplin, MO; two daughters Jerri Davis and husband Rick of Independence, MO, Jane Savage and husband David of Warsaw, MO; 10 grandchildren; and 11...
Matthew Gall
Jun 14, 2016
Matthew Scott Gall, of Kansas City, Mo., passed away while surrounded by family on June 14, 2016. He was the son of Joseph Scott and Ann Victoria Gall. Born on November 8, 1987, Matt was a longtime resident of Independence and discovered his passion and immense talent for music while studying guitar with John Svoboda at the Music Arts Institute....
Barbara Louise Graham (Morlan)
Jun 13, 2016
Barbara Louise (Morlan) Graham, 56 of Oak Grove, MO passed away Monday, June 13, 2016 surrounded by her loving family at her sister’s residence. Services will be 2:00 p.m., Friday, June 17, 2016 at the Carson-Speaks Chapel, 1501 W. Lexington Ave., Independence, MO 64052. Burial will follow in Mt. Washington Cemetery. The family will greet friends from 6 to 8:00...
Blair Jensen
Jun 12, 2016
R. Blair Jensen November 4, 1938-June 12, 2016 Roland Blair Jensen, “Blair”, has left a legacy of loving, caring, laughing, and joking. Blair was born on November 4, 1938, in Detroit, Michigan, and died on June 12, 2016, in Kansas City, Missouri, at age 77. Blair was the third child of Apostle D. Blair Jensen and Delia Jensen (both deceased)...
Mary Anne Shine
Jun 12, 2016
MARY ANNE SHINE Mary Anne Shine, 87, passed away on June 12, 2016. Family will greet friends from 1-2pm Saturday, June 18, with service at 2pm, both at Carson-Speaks Chapel, 1501 W. Lexington Avenue, Independence, MO, 64052. She will be laid to rest in Brooking Cemetery. Contributions may be made to Crossroads Hospice. Anne was born on April 6, 1929,...
Norman Harry Spence
Jun 12, 2016
Norman H. Spence, 76, Kansas City, MO, passed away June 12, 2016. Norman was born May 5, 1940, in Colorado Springs, CO. His parents were Glen and Mabel (Richter) Spence. Norman was an only child. Norman’s parents preceded him in death as did three sisters-in-law, Billie J. Motzkus, Elayna P. Motzkus, and Alice M. Kidd. A nephew, Mark S. Kidd,...
Mary L. Swartz (Wilks)
Jun 11, 2016
Mary L. (Wilks) Swartz, 93, Independence, MO passed away June 11, 2016. Visitation will be 3:30 – 5:00 pm, Sunday, June 19 at Carson-Speaks Chapel. 1501 W. Lexington Ave., Independence, MO 64052. Private interment at Floral Hills Cemetery. Mary was born Oct. 8, 1922 in Monett, MO and graduated from high school there. She worked as a buyer at Montgomery...
Wanda Marilyn Bosley (Peppers)
Jun 11, 2016
Wanda Marilyn Bosley, 77 of Independence, MO passed away, Saturday, June 11, 2016 at her residence. Graveside services will be held at 12:00 p.m., Tuesday, June 14, 2016 at the New Hope Cemetery in Liberty, MO. The family will greet friends from 6-8:00 p.m., Monday, June 13, 2016 at the Speaks Suburban Chapel, 18020 E. 39th St., Independence, MO 64055....
Mildred Elizabeth Smith (Robinson Camp)
Jun 10, 2016
Mildred Elizabeth Robinson Camp Smith, 95, passed away June 10, 2016. A celebration of her life will be held June 25 at South Crysler Community of Christ in Independence, MO. Visitation at 10am followed by service at 10:30am. Mildred is survived by her four children, Kathleen Shockley, Sandra Cockburn, William Camp, and Pamela Stewart, five grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. Mildred...
Emma Jean Rains
Jun 8, 2016
Emma Jean Rains, 91, passed away on June 8, 2016. Family will greet friends from 6-8pm Tuesday, June 14, at Carson-Speaks Chapel, 1501 W. Lexington Avenue, Independence, MO, 64052. A funeral service will be held on Wednesday, June 15, at 10:00am, at the chapel. She will be laid to rest in Mount Washington Cemetery. Contributions may be made to the...
Paul Franklin Page
Jun 7, 2016
Paul Franklin Page, 74 of Independence, MO passed away Tuesday, June 7, 2016. Cremation is planned with a private family memorial service to be held at a later date. Donations may be made in his name to St. Luke’s Hospice. Paul was born September 19, 1941 in Buckner, MO to Paul Kenneth and Hazel Nadine (Robbins) Page and has been...
Mildred B. Struewe (Brockmeyer)
Jun 7, 2016
Mildred B. Struewe, 89 of Buckner, MO passed away Tuesday, June 7, 2016 at Centerpoint Medical Center. Services will be 10:00 a.m., Friday, June 10, 2016 at the Ebenezer United Church of Christ in Levasy, MO 206 W. Old Lexington Rd., Levasy, MO 64066. Burial will follow in Ebenezer Church Cemetery. The family will greet friends from 6 to 8:00...
Teresa Norine Mooney Horton
Jun 5, 2016
Teresa Norine (Mooney) Horton, 90 of Independence, MO passed away Sunday, June 5, 2016 at Rosewood Health Center. Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11:00 a.m., Friday, June 10, 2016 at St. Mark’s Catholic Church, 3736 S Lee's Summit Rd, Independence, MO 64055. Visitation will be from 10:00 a.m., until service time Friday at the church. In lieu...
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