Obituaries
Helen B. Lester
Jul 18, 2023
en Bernice Lester, 85, passed away Tuesday, July 18, 2023, at her home in Raymore, Mo. with her part- ner Thomas Edwards and her brother Jesse Casteel Jr.at her side, after battling nu-merous health issues for thelast two years. Helen wasborn on August 6, 1937, toparents Jesse Casteel Sr. andEva L. (Martin) Casteel.Helen grew up around thefarming communities ofBuckner, Grain...
Cindy Louise Lundquist
Jul 17, 2023
Cynthia “Cindy” Louise Lundquist age 62 passed away at the University of Kansas Medical Center on Monday, July 17th 2023. Visitation will be held Monday, July 24th at Speaks Suburban Chapel, Independence MO from 6 to 8pm. A funeral mass will be held at St. Marks Church in Independence MO Tuesday July 25th, at 11am.
She was born to Tony...
Kimberly Ann Anesi
Jul 15, 2023
KIMBERLY ANN ANESI
Kimberly was a woman of remarkable character and the embodiment of kindness and unconditional love, graced this world on September 29th, 1961, in Kirksville, Missouri. After a valiant six-year struggle against breast cancer, she peacefully passed away on July 15th, 2023, in Kansas City, Missouri.
Throughout her life, Kimberly's gentle spirit and unwavering strength...
Kevin Forrest Leibold
Jul 14, 2023
Kevin Forrest Leibold, 65, passed away suddenly on July 14, 2023. He was born on September 6, 1957, in Sugar Creek, Missouri. Kevin's passing leaves a void in the hearts of his family and friends but is also an opportunity to celebrate his remarkable life.
Kevin graduated from William Chrisman High School as a proud member of the...
Debra Susan Blount
Jul 14, 2023
Born on July 15, 1950, in Sedalia, Missouri, Debra grew up in a loving family and around her middle school years she and her family moved to Independence. She attended and earned her high school diploma from Truman High School and later attended college at Maple Woods, where she continued to pursue her passion for learning. Debra married Ronald...
Ramona Rogers
Jul 11, 2023
Ramona (Ward) Rogers, 69, of Independence, MO passed away on July 11, 2023, at her home. Ramona was born on May 4,1954, to Lovenia Ruth Ward-Kaylor and Robert Russell Ward. Ramona is survived by 5 children, 2 sisters, 11 grandchildren, 7 great grandchildren. Graveside services will be on July 25,2023 at 12:00 pm, at Oak Ridge Memory Gardens, 18301 E...
Billy Don Fowler
Jul 10, 2023
Billy “Don” Fowler, of Independence, Missouri passed away Monday, July 10, 2023. He was 87 years of age.
Don was born on October 19, 1935, in Myron, Arkansas, the son of Willie Cleve and Tressie A. (Clifft) Fowler. He was born and raised on a cattle, corn, and cotton farm where he learned the value of hard work...
Robert Kevin Woodcock Sr.
Jul 9, 2023
Robert “Bobby” Woodcock, Sr., Independence, Missouri, died Sunday, July 9, 2023 at Centerpoint Hospital in Independence, Missouri (with family and friends at his bedside). He was 49, born September 22, 1973, in Leavenworth, Kansas.
Bobby was the son of Joyce Woodcock, who resides in Blue Springs, Missouri, and the late Harry Robert Woodcock. He was a 1992 graduate of...
Mary Elizabeth Swayze Bunten
Jul 8, 2023
Mary Elizabeth Swayze Bunten, a remarkable individual who touched the lives of many, has passed away peacefully at her residence in Independence, Missouri. Born on August 26, 1926, in Springfield, Mary lived a fulfilling life filled with love, faith, and dedication.
Mary's career spanned across various Administrative Assistant positions throughout the years. She was known for her exceptional...
Mary JoAnn Zink
Jul 8, 2023
Mary “JoAnn” (Johnson) Zink
Mary JoAnn (Johnson) Zink passed away peacefully on Saturday, July 8, 2023 with her husband and her fur baby, Nala by her side. She was 86. JoAnn was born to Ralph and Mary (Curtis) Johnson on April 3, 1937 in Denver, Colorado.
JoAnn graduated from William Chrisman in 1955. Afterwards she spent many years working...
Darlene Sullivan
Jul 7, 2023
Darlene Sullivan, 84, of Independence, MO passed away on July 7, 2023, in North Kansas City, MO. She was born in Kirksville, MO on October 30, 1938, to Raymond and Juanita (Mott) Wood. Darlene was a farm girl but once she finished school, she moved to the Kansas City area. Darlene worked at Montgomery Ward for years and went...
Gregory Paul Adams
Jul 5, 2023
Gregory Paul Adams passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, July 5, 2023. He was 59. Greg was born to Robert “Bob” Adams and Nancy (Watson) Cochran on June 27, 1964 in Kansas City, Missouri.
Shortly after high school Greg enlisted into the United States Navy and proudly served his country stationed on the USS New Jersey. During his time in...
Nolan W Glauner
Jul 5, 2023
Nolan William Glauner, 91, passed away on July 5th, 2023, at his home in Buckner, MO. He was born on 14th of May 1932 in Gooding, ID to Hugh Floyd and Elva Helen Glauner.
Nolan moved with his family at four years old to California. He grew up during the Great Depression and attended numerous schools during his young life....
Kathryn K Vaughan
Jul 5, 2023
Kathryn Bramhall-Vaughan
Kathryn Bramhall-Vaughan, 76, of Independence, Missouri, Jackson County, passed away on July 5, 2023 at her home in Blue Springs.
Kathryn was born July 4, 1947 at the old St. Mary's hospital in Kansas City, Missouri, to Eleanor Jean Carr and Lloyd Thomas Bramhall.
Kathryn attended her first two years of high school at the old William Chrisman...
Charles Edward "Ed" Bartlett
Jul 3, 2023
Charles Edward "Ed" Bartlett passed away on July 3, 2023, at the age of 78. He was born on October 13, 1944, in Kansas City, MO.
Ed had a fulfilling career as a small engine distributor for many years. He dedicated himself to his work, always striving for excellence and providing top-notch service to his clients. In addition to his professional...
William Benjamin "Bill" Watkins
Jul 3, 2023
William Benjamin Watkins (Bill) passed away July 3rd, 2023 just shy of his 95th birthday, in Marble Falls, Texas. He was preceded in death by his first wife Ruth Ann and second wife Thelma DeLois, and brothers Ralph, Edgar, Robert, and Floyd. He is survived by children Robert Watkins (Nannette) and Nancy Gossett (Gary Stephenson); step-children Sandra Eldridge (Jim), Michael ...
Jack Lynn Berg
Jul 2, 2023
Jack Lynn Berg, passed away on July 2, 2023, in his hometown of Independence, Missouri. He was born on March 1, 1932, in New Castle, Nebraska.Jack was a social butterfly who made friends wherever he went. His vibrant personality and independent nature made him a cherished member of his community. He was known for his strong will and self-sufficiency....
Wilbur Duane Park
Jul 2, 2023
Wilbur was born July 30, 1936 in Holt MO to Eldon Lawson Park and Luella Virleen (Moffit) Park. He graduated from Lathrop High school in 1955 and attended business college in Kansas City MO.
He married Eleanor Rumbo November 27, 1958 and they shared nearly 65 years of marriage. He was drafted into the Army in 1959 and they...
Janet Elizabeth Zevecke
Jul 1, 2023
Janet Zevecke, age 85, of Independence, Missouri passed away on July 1, 2023 at her home.
Janet was born on November 12, 1937 to Ewing and Madeline Ward.
Janet was preceded in death by her husband, Steve W. Zevecke, and her son, Steven Zevecke.
Janet is survived by three children, Jeff Zevecke, Dennis Zevecke, and Lisa Richardson,...
Thomas R. Yount
Jun 30, 2023
Thomas R. Yount 76 passed away Friday, June 30, 2023 at his home. Funeral services will be held at 10:00 a.m., Friday, July 7, 2023 at the Speaks Suburban Chapel, 18020 E. 39th St., Independence, MO 64055. A graveside service will follow at 1:00 p.m., Friday with full military honors at the Missouri State Veterans Cemetery in Higginsville, MO. The family will greet friends...
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