Obituaries
Byron Dean Beard
Apr 21, 2024
Byron Dean Beard was born on September 18,1948 in Kansas City, Missouri at St. Vincent's Hospital to parents Mary Jane (Davis) Beard and Dean Israel Beard. He graduated from East High School in Kansas City in 1966, and then from Pittsburg State University in 1970.
He married Susan Mefford on January 8, 1972. Together they raised a daughter and a son,...
Loretta Sue Short
Apr 16, 2024
Loretta “Sue” Kinnison Short, 83 years old, of Independence, Missouri, died April 16, 2024, after a long-term illness followed by a short-term bout with pancreatic cancer. Sue was born and raised in Pleasant Hill, MO. She grew up with a close-knit group of friends that continue to gather for high school reunions every couple of years. When she was eight...
Joyce Titus
Apr 16, 2024
Joyce Elaine Titus, 86, passed away on April 16, 2024, in Kansas City, MO. She was born on July 07, 1937, to Harry and Eleanor (Brickie) Morrison. On June 08, 1966, Joyce married James Titus, from this love also came two daughters. Joyce enjoyed sewing and crocheting in her free time. She was a homemaker and loved raising her girls...
John Jay Heiter
Apr 16, 2024
John Jay Heiter, a husband, father, grandfather, and friend, passed away on April 16, 2024, in Independence, Missouri.
John was born to Arthur M Heiter and Fern Richardson Heiter on July 6, 1937, in Springfield, Missouri. During his lifetime, John served four years in the United States Army before embarking on a career that showcased his strong work ethic and commitment....
Alta Ilene Wagner
Apr 16, 2024
Alta Ilene Wagner, a beloved soul known for her sweet and loving nature, peacefully departed from this world on April 16, 2024, in Independence, Missouri. She was born on December 29, 1928, in the same city where she spent her fulfilling life.
Alta's journey on this earth was marked by dedication and hard work. She devoted 30 years of her life...
Laura Madelon "Maddie" Brunson
Apr 15, 2024
Laura Madelon (Cato) Brunson (or "Maddie" to those who knew her well) died peacefully on Monday April 15 in Blue Springs, Missouri, surrounded by family and friends. Born and raised in Independence Mo, Maddie went to CMSU in Warrensburg to earn her BS in Education, and later married Gene Brunson (a tall and handsome guy she'd known only peripherally in...
Nathan Wayne Siebert
Apr 14, 2024
Nathan Wayne Siebert, 45 of Independence, MO, passed away Sunday, April 14, 2024 at his residence. Cremation is planned with a memorial service to be held at 10:00 a.m., Friday, April 19, 2024 at the Speaks Suburban Chapel. Nathan was born May 6, 1978 in Johnson, KS to Waldo and Susan (Leigh) Siebert and has been a...
Corbin Ross Wyss
Apr 14, 2024
Corbin Ross Wyss, beloved son, brother, grandson, nephew and cousin, passed away tragically while doing what he loved, riding his motorcycle on April 14, 2024, at the age 25. Born on August 30, 1998, to Rebecca Hunt and Max Wyss, Corbin brought joy and a smile to all who knew him.Corbin is survived by his loving mother, Rebecca (Tim) Hunt,...
Maria Dee Lowin
Apr 14, 2024
Maria Dee Lowin, 66 of Independence, MO passed away Sunday, April 14, 2024 at her residence. Cremation is planned with private inurnment with her husband at a later date. She was born March 12, 1958 in Kansas City, MO to John G. and Jane E. (Weddle) Pluchino and has been a lifelong area resident graduating from NE High School in...
Daniel Vernon DeLong
Apr 13, 2024
Daniel Vernon DeLong, known affectionately as "Danny," passed away on April 13, 2024, in Independence. He was born on August 24, 1954, in Rutland, Vermont. Daniel served his country with honor in the Navy and then went on to have a fulfilling career life, he worked for Boeing in Florida, then transcribed for the hearing impaired before joining the IT...
William Daniel Piedimonte
Apr 12, 2024
William Daniel "Bill" Piedimonte, passed away on April 12, 2024, leaving behind a legacy that will long be remembered. Born on December 16, 1947, in Independence, MO, he was the son of William A. and Catherine Piedimonte.
Bill graduated from Van Horn High School in 1965 before pursuing his undergraduate studies at Graceland College and the University of California at...
Deloma Mae Newport
Apr 11, 2024
Deloma Mae Newport passed away peacefully on April 11, 2024, in Kansas City, Missouri at the age of 84. She was born on September 11, 1939, in Rolla, Missouri to Warren “Eugene” and Flossie (Ballance) Duncan.
She grew up on a farm near Vichy, Missouri, attending a one room school house before moving into town when her father sold the farm...
M. Jane Welter
Apr 11, 2024
Jane Welter, 96, entered into eternal rest April 11, 2024, at Centerpoint Medical Center. She had resided at the Baptist Home of Independence. Jane was born to Paul and Virgie Eager on September 22, 1927 on a farm in rural Cooper County, MO. She was preceded in death by her parents, five infant brothers, 2 elder brothers, Milton Eager and...
Stephanie Lynn McCoil
Apr 9, 2024
Stephanie Lynn McCoil passed away on April 9, 2024, after a courageous battle with a rare cancer.
Stephanie was a bright light in a sometimes chaotic world. She was calmness where there was turmoil, patience when there was restlessness, and hope when there were dark days.
Born on September 1, 1969, in Midlothian, Illinois, Stephanie grew up in Westminster, Colorado. She graduated...
Denise Harrell
Apr 9, 2024
Denise Harrell, beloved wife, sister, aunt, and friend, passed away on April 9, 2024, in Independence, MO. She was born on July 20, 1955, in Edmond, OK, to her loving parents William Carl and Wylma Jean Posey.Denise had a passion for life that was evident in everything she did. She graduated from Mustang High School in Mustang, OK, and went...
Virginia Trowbridge
Apr 8, 2024
Virginia Nelle Trowbridge was born in Kansas City, MO on July 05, 1926, to Mr. and Mrs. C E Weddle. She was raised in Independence with her four brothers Vernon, Curtis, Carroll, and Keith. She graduated from William Chrisman High School in 1944, obtained her pilots license at 21, and married Robert Trowbridge in 1948. Together they had three children...
Kore Angel Bradley
Apr 6, 2024
A Place for YouMy child, I keep a place for youwhere no one else can see.I have this gift nobody hasthe bond between you and me.At times I cannot feel you hereand that pain won't go away.But when I search my place for youyou're with me every day.My child, you're not lost,you don't need to be found.I've got you here,...
Janis Darlene Srader
Apr 5, 2024
Janis Srader, age 92, passed away peacefully on April 5, 2024 with her loved ones by her side.
Janis Darlene Mann was born on July 14, 1931 to Clarence and Ada Mann in Independence, MO. She was united in marriage to Paul Eugene Srader on December 26, 1947 and they were married for almost 45 years.
Janis enjoyed gardening, sewing, woodworking,...
Wayne Oliver
Apr 4, 2024
Harold Wayne Oliver, 85, of Independence, MO, passed away on April 04, 2024, at Centerpoint Medical Center. He was born in Lequire, OK to Lily (Bray) and Jack Oliver on June 25, 1938.
Wayne drove a truck most of his life and was known by all as Bumblebee. He had one of the best "sign offs" in the industry. His charm...
Smith "Buzz" Nottingham Brickhouse III
Apr 3, 2024
Smith N. Brickhouse III, 82, passed away on April 3, 2024. He was born in Milwaukee, Wisconsin in 1941 to Smith Brickhouse Jr. and Allene Appleby Brickhouse. Smith graduated from BayView High School in Milwaukee, WI in 1959. He then went to the University of Wisconsin Milwaukee where he met his future wife Susan Hunholz Brickhouse. Smith was a member...
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