Obituaries
Mary Alice Washington
Aug 7, 2023
Mary Alice Washington, beloved wife, mother, and friend, went to be with the Lord on August 7, 2023, in North Kansas City at the age of 83. She was born on March 15, 1940, in Ottawa, Kansas to her loving parents. Mary Alice was known for her strength, fighting spirit, kind heart, and her unwavering ability to speak her mind. Mary...
Katherine Genevieve Novak
Aug 6, 2023
Katherine Genevieve Novak, a beloved member of the community, passed away peacefully on August 6, 2023, in Sugar Creek, Missouri. She was born on April 18, 1933, in Kansas City, Kansas, to Frank and Anna Kratofil. She married Jerry Novak on April 21, 1956, he precedes her in death.
Katherine dedicated over fifty years of her life to...
Ryan Wayne Sinnard
Aug 5, 2023
Ryan Wayne Sinnard “Catfish” 36 years old unexpectedly passed away on August 5, 2023 at St. Mary’s Medical Center in Blue Springs, MO.
Born July 12, 1987 in KCMO to Stacy Harris and Timothy Sinnard.
Ryan was raised by his dad Tim and mom Karen. Where he attended Mill Creek Elementary and then graduated from William Chrisman High School...
Velva Louise Trotter
Aug 4, 2023
Velva Louise Trotter, a beloved and cherished individual, entered into rest on August 4, 2023, in the serene city of Vero Beach, Florida. Born on February 4, 1937, in the vibrant city of Kansas City, Missouri, Velva's life journey was one marked by dedication and love in every aspect.From a young age, Velva pursued her education with vigor and graduated from Northeast High...
Thomas Henry Bennett
Aug 4, 2023
Tom Bennett, 86, of Independence, MO, passed away peacefully at his home on Friday August 4, 2023. Tom was born in Saginaw, Michigan on June 21, 1937, to Ezra and Virginia Bennett. Tom is survived by his wife of 55 years, Kathleen, daughters Sherrie Buckley (Anthony) of Mullingar, Ireland and Debra Bennett of Minneapolis, MN, brother Guy Bennett (Dawn) of...
Louise Oleen Smith
Aug 4, 2023
Louise Oleen Smith, 94, of Independence, MO, passed away on Friday, August 4, 2023. Louise was born on December 18, 1928, in Independence, MO to Staurt and Emma (Meggers) Tandberg. She graduated from Omaha Technical High School and went on to complete her bachelor’s and master’s degrees from UMKC. In 1950, Louise married Lawrence “Larry” Smith. She taught Senior English...
Richard Lee McCormick
Aug 3, 2023
RICHARD LEE McCORMICK
Richard Lee McCormick, 88 of Independence, MO passed away Thursday, August 3, 2023 at his residence. Private interment will be held at Mt. Washington Cemetery and a celebration of Richard’s life will be held at 3:00 p.m., Friday, August 11, 2023 at Sycamore Hills Baptist Church. He was born August 30, 1934 in Kansas City, MO...
Noel J. Lombardo
Aug 3, 2023
Noel Jean Lombardo of Independence, Missouri was surrounded by her granddaughters when she passed away on August 3, 2023. Noel grew up in Wyoming with 3 sisters and 1 brother. Noel moved to Cutbank,
Montana and met the love of her life, Michael Lombardo, when he came to pick up her sister for a date. When her sister declined, Noel...
Janice "Jan" Scott
Aug 2, 2023
Janice Ann (Jan) Scott, age 76, formerly of Lee’s Summit, MO, died peacefully on Wednesday, August 2, 2023, at Luther Manor Senior Nursing Facility in Hannibal, Missouri.
Jan was born April 8, 1947, in Kansas City, MO. She was the daughter of Luther Gordon and Marjorie Elaine Vandeventer, and the eldest of three children. Jan graduated from Raytown...
Stella Marie McMichael
Aug 2, 2023
Stella Marie McMichael, 59, passed away on Wednesday August 2, 2023. She was born on January 21, 1964, in Poplar Bluff, MO to Chalmer and Betty Hicks. Stella was an amazing mother; she truly loved her children no matter what they did and was always there to offer an ear or a word of motivation. She was not only...
Sister Leona Bax
Aug 2, 2023
Leona Christine Bax was born to Emil and Agnes Bax in St. Elizabeth, Missouri. She attended St. Francis Academy in Nevada, MO and originally was so homesick that she would have gladly gone home if her parents would have let her. By the end of her four years of high school she had discerned her vocation as a Sister of...
Jesse Dewayne Thomas II
Aug 1, 2023
JESSE DEWAYNE THOMAS II
Jesse Dewayne Thomas II, of Independence, MO, passed away far too soon on August 1, 2023. He was 39. A graveside service will be held on Thursday, August 10th at 11am at Mt. Washington Cemetery in Independence. Entrance through Truman Rd. Gate.
Jesse was born on April 22, 1984, in Kansas City, MO...
Charles Angell II
Jul 31, 2023
Charles Edward Angell II, 66, of Independence, MO, passed away in his home on July 31, 2023. He was born on May 24, 1957, to Charles Edward Angell and Mary Agnes (Lynn) Angell. Charles went on to work for Yellow Freight for 40 years as a forklift driver. He was an avid fisherman; he enjoyed his time being out...
Patsy Strode
Jul 31, 2023
Patsy Ann Strode, 78, of Raymore, MO, passed away Monday July 31, 2023. Cremation is planned with private memorial services to be held.
Patsy was born on February 27, 1945, in Kansas City, MO, to Lester Earl Pyle and Opal Maxine (Crugar) Pyle. She lived most of her adult life in Independence, MO. Patsy worked for Montgomery Ward from...
Tyler Martin Davis
Jul 31, 2023
Tyler Martin Davis of Independence, Missouri passed away unexpectedly on Monday, July 31, 2023. He was 26 years old. Tyler was born to Robin (Meek) Thompson in Virginia Beach, Virginia on August 26, 1996.
Tyler grew up in the small town of Buckner, Missouri and graduated from Fort Osage High School. He created so many memories as a child riding...
Aaron Michael Stilwell
Jul 30, 2023
Aaron Michael Stilwell April 1, 1988 – July 30, 2023.
Aaron Michael was born in Kansas City, MO to Peggy (Miller) Stilwell and Mark Stilwell. Aaron passed away July 30, 2023, doing what he loved, riding his motorcycle. Aaron graduated from Park Hill High School in May 2006 and went into the U.S. Army June 2006. He was...
Alice Joan Short
Jul 29, 2023
Alice Joan Gromer Short, 93, of Independence, MO, passed away on July 29, 2023. Joan was born in Chanute, KS on November 14, 1929 to Guy Walter Gromer and Ruth Elizabeth Hill Gromer. She was a graduate of Chanute High School and from the Beauty University of St. Joseph. She was a cosmetologist for many years in the St....
Chase Taylor McMichael
Jul 29, 2023
Chase Taylor McMichael, 26, passed away on July 29, 2023. He was born on June 11, 1997, in KansasCity, MO to Tim and Stella (Hicks) McMichael. Chase was a veterinarian assistant and loved all animals aswell as every animal loved him. The most loved animal in Chase’s life had to be Macy, his GermanShepherd mix. He was a very good...
Robert "Bob" Lee Haas
Jul 29, 2023
Robert Lee Haas, affectionately known as Bob, has passed away unexpectedly on July 29, 2023. He was born on April 25, 1938, in Kansas City, Missouri, to his loving parents Francis Joseph "Joe" Haas and Katherine Cook.
Bob led a remarkable life filled with many achievements and touched the hearts of many through his kind and selfless nature. After graduating...
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