Obituaries
Jennifer Grosse
Feb 15, 2024
Jennifer Kathleen Grosse, a beloved mother, sister, daughter, and friend, passed away February 15, 2024, at the age of 51. Born in Kansas City, MO, on November 16, 1972, to Phillip Troy Grosse and Cynthia Marie Grosse, Jennifer's kindness, intelligence, and beauty impacted all who were fortunate to know her.
Jennifer grew up in Gladstone, MO alongside her brother, Phillip, and sister,...
Thomas Dean Mukogawa
Feb 15, 2024
Thomas Dean Mukogawa a resident of Independence, Missouri, formerly of Los Angeles passed away early, Thursday at 5:42 a.m., Feb. 15, 2024, at Centerpoint Medical Center in Independence, where he had been admitted on Tuesday, Feb. 13th.
Tom was born on July 14, 1953, in Los Angeles, the son of Katherine Toshiye Miyagishima, and David Mukogawa. He was a member of...
Joseph Robert Bates
Feb 15, 2024
Joseph Robert “Bob” Bates, Sr, age 92, of Independence, Missouri, passed away peacefully on February 15, 2024, surrounded by family and loved ones.
Services will be held at 4 PM Sunday, February 25, 2024, at the Church of Jesus Christ Saint’s Haven Restoration Branch 300 Chicago Ave, Sibley, MO 64088. Visitation will be prior to the service at 3 PM. In...
Beverly Doris Bone
Feb 15, 2024
Beverly Doris Bone, a loving family member and dedicated educator, passed away on February 15, 2024, in Independence, MO. She was born on August 2, 1941, in Mayfield, KY, to her parents James "Vernon" and Ruth Thomas.
Beverly's passion for teaching led her to spend the majority of her career nurturing young minds at Glendale Elementary in Independence, MO, where she...
John E Wiley
Feb 14, 2024
John (Jack) Elson Wiley of Overland Park, Kansas passed away on February 14, 2024. He was 88 years old. Jack was born on May 5, 1935 in Belding, Michigan to John and Ella Wiley. He is the oldest of 6 children, 5 brothers, and 1 sister. He grew up in Mt Pleasant, Michigan and graduated in 1954 from Mt Pleasant...
William C. Dye Jr.
Feb 13, 2024
William Charles Dye Jr., 71, passed away on February 13, 2024, in Independence, MO. He was born on September 30, 1952, in Kansas City, MO, to William and Mary Dye Sr. William graduated from William Chrisman High School in 1971. He married his lady Beth on April 21, 1979, and they went on to have two beautiful daughters. He resided...
Jacqueline L. White
Feb 13, 2024
Jacqueline Louise White "Jackie" of Blue Springs passed away at the age of 77 at Saint Luke's East Hospital on Tuesday February 13, 2024 surrounded by loving family members. Jackie was born in Scottsbluff, NE on September 26, 1946 to Thornton (T.W.) and Lena Hobbs. She was the middle child, having an older sister, Judy and a younger sister Linda....
Cobin Migale Rost
Feb 13, 2024
On February 13th, Cobin Migale Rost was called home to his Lord and Savior.Cobin was born on October 15th, 1998 in Torrington, Wyoming. Shortly after his birth, he and his family moved to the independence, Missouri area where he lived for the remainder of his days.Cobin spent his early years of life in doctor appointments and getting blood work done. Through...
Mary Marcine Truitt
Feb 12, 2024
Mary Marcine (Chappelow) Truitt, 97, passed away at home with her loving daughters by her side on February 12, 2024.
She was born March 14, 1926, to Raymond James and Velva Arvilla (Horne) Chappelow. Mary had three older brothers, Raymond Jr., William (Bill) and Fred.
Mary graduated from William Chrisman High School in May 1944. She worked ten years for Southwestern Bell...
David Christopher Alvis
Feb 11, 2024
David Christopher Alvis, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, February 11, 2024, in his hometown of Independence, Missouri. David was born to Donald and Dorothy Alvis on June 1, 1983.
After graduating from Van Horn High School in 2001, David embarked on a career at Ford Kansas City assembly plant. For 10 years, he worked diligently in the paint department and then...
Joyce "Joy" Darlene Musquiz
Feb 11, 2024
Joyce Darlene Musquiz passed away at home February 11th, 2024. She was born in Kansas City, Missouri on September 1, 1946. Joy was preceded in death by her mother, Lena L. Smith, father Merle Kane, stepfather Harold Smith, and brother Robert Kane. Joy is survived by her husband of 28 years, Paul (JR) Musquiz Jr., her sisters, Linda Kane Dextras...
Carley Louise (Ruth) Baker
Feb 11, 2024
Carley Louise (Ruth) Baker, passed away unexpectedly at the young age of 24.
Born on August 16, 1999, in Independence, Missouri, to Michael and Rebecca Ruth, Carley was a ray of sunshine the moment she entered the world.
Her joyous happy-go-lucky spirit radiated through her every action and brought happiness to those fortunate enough to be in her presence. Carley's dedication to...
Kelly Marie Imler
Feb 11, 2024
Kelly was born October 20, 1970, in Windsor, Missouri to Curtis and Sandy Miller. The family moved to Independence, Missouri shortly after she was born.
Kelly graduated from Van Horn High School in 1988. She was on the Falconette Dance Team where she found her love to dance and made lifelong friends. After high school Kelly went to the Independence College...
Eva Lucille Wagner
Feb 11, 2024
Eva Lucille “Lucy” Wagner
Eva Lucille “Lucy” Wagner, of Blue Springs, Missouri, passed away Sunday, February 11, 2024. She was 89 years old.
Lucy was born on December 31, 1937, in Clovis, New Mexico, the daughter of AB and Viola (Dodson) Marchman. She graduated from Clovis High School and in January 1954 she wed Roy Wagner and from their union came 2...
Janesta Lynn Dildine
Feb 10, 2024
Janesta Lynn Dildine, a social butterfly who never met a stranger, graced this world with her presence on January 24, 1993. She brought joy to all those around her with her love for people and animals, her outgoing and courageous spirit, and her inner and outer beauty that radiated brightly. Janesta had a remarkable zest for life, a resilience that...
Leigh Ann Little
Feb 10, 2024
Leigh Ann “L A” Little (Benkovich), 57, departed this world on Saturday, February 10, 2024 at her home in Independence, Missouri.
Leigh Ann was born in Independence, Missouri on Friday, January 28, 1967 to Michael A. Benkovich Jr. and Carol Ann Hudgens Benkovich.
She attended Park Hill High until 1984, later getting her G.E.D. She went on to write and compile historical...
William "Bill" John Rockers III
Feb 10, 2024
William "Bill" John Rockers III, affectionately as Bill, passed away on February 10, 2024. He was 83 years old.
Bill was born on February 10, 1940, to William and Veronica Rockers in Kansas City, Missouri. Bill's educational journey began at St. Mary's High School, where he laid the foundation for his future accomplishments. After completing high school, Bill's thirst for knowledge...
Beverly Lee Pursley
Feb 9, 2024
Beverly Lee Pursley, 86 of Independence, MO passed away Friday, February 9, 2024 at Centerpoint Medical Center while in the care of Crossroads Hospice. She passed away peacefully surrounded by her family. Cremation is planned with a memorial service at 1:00 p.m., Saturday, February 17, 2024 at the Carson-Speaks Chapel. Beverly was born September 21, 1937 in Springfield, MO...
Helen Mae Birch
Feb 9, 2024
Helen May Birch, 87, gently passed away on February 9, 2024, and is now with the Lord. Born on April 13, 1936, in Hamburg, Arkansas, she was the eldest of 13 siblings, the daughter of Earl and Bertha Chapmon Ward. Helen’s journey included a 70-year marriage to her beloved Norman Birch, resulting in a cherished family of three children, eight...
Ti'ler Louise Dildine
Feb 8, 2024
Ti’ler Louise Dildine
It is with a heavy heart that we announce the passing of Ti'ler Louise Dildine, a bright soul who brought joy to everyone she encountered. Ti'ler's life was tragically cut short on February 8, 2024, leaving behind a profound void in our hearts and an indelible mark on our memories.
Born on November 13, 2016, in Kansas City, Missouri,...
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