Obituaries
Merle Gean Allen
Nov 11, 2024
Merle Gean Allen, beloved mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully on November 11, 2024, in Blue Springs, Missouri, just two days shy of her 84th birthday. Born on November 13, 1940, in Calico Rock, Arkansas, Merle brought a spirit of resilience and warmth into the lives of those who were fortunate enough to know.
Merle's journey into adulthood began as...
Joseph Anthony Wiederkehr
Nov 10, 2024
Joseph Anthony Wiederkehr, Age 100, passed away peacefully on November 10, 2024, at his home surrounded by his loving family. He was born October 12, 1924, in Altus, Arkansas to Henry and Marion Wiederkehr. He married the love of his life, Imogene, on November 20, 1946, in St. Louis, Missouri. They were married for 73 wonderful years before Imogene passed...
Edna Ruth Reed
Nov 8, 2024
Edna Ruth Reed (Snyder), affectionately known as Ruth, passed away on November 8, 2024, at the age of 86 at her home in Independence, Missouri. Born on November 24, 1937, in Osceola, Missouri. Ruth was a beacon of light with her beautiful, outgoing personality and friendly demeanor. She truly embodied the spirit of never having met a stranger.
Ruth's educational journey...
William "Bill" James Luckenbaugh
Nov 8, 2024
William J. (Bill) Luckenbaugh, Independence, MO passed away November 8, 2024, at age 84. Born January 7, 1940, in Marysville, PA to Clifford and Olive Luckenbaugh (deceased); wife Martha (deceased); survived by son, Craig Luckenbaugh, Lincoln, MO; daughters, Tammy Mick, North Kansas City, MO and Jessica Luckenbaugh of the home; three sisters, Fern Luckenbaugh (deceased), Marysville, PA, Jean Smiley, husband...
Destinii Hope
Nov 7, 2024
Destinii was born just after midnight on August 22, 2024 in Kansas City, Missouri to her doting and loving parents Maria Pike and Mitchell Holder Jr. Destinii chose her own name when she kicked Mommy in the belly while driving past a church with Destiny in its name, but Daddy and Mommy loved the name Lucky and still called her...
Maria "Masha" Pike
Nov 7, 2024
Maria “Masha” Pike was born in Tver Ostashkov Russia on February 19, 1990. She was adopted by Tom Pike and Lynne Pike in December 1996. Masha was excited to be an “American girl,” and the following year she was sworn in as an American citizen in Memphis, Tennessee.
Maria loved life, the beauty of nature, and the wonders of this earth....
Donato Rafael Kimmons
Nov 7, 2024
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Donato Kimmons, a sweet and loving soul who touched the lives of everyone he met. Donato was a big-hearted, sensitive, and deep-thinking young man whose compassion for others was evident in everything he did. His presence lit up a room, and his unforgettable smile brought joy to those fortunate...
Richard Eddy Davenport
Nov 7, 2024
Richard Eddy Davenport, born on February 22, 1925, in Des Moines, Iowa, passed away peacefully in Kansas City, Missouri, on November 7, 2024. He was a devoted patriot, who served in the United States Navy from 1942 to 1946 during World War II. He took great pride in his service to his country and the work he accomplished, always fighting...
Barbara Ann Huhmann
Nov 7, 2024
Barbara Ann Huhmann, 83, of Independence, Missouri passed away peacefully at home on November 7, 2024. She was born October 3, 1941 in Eugene, Missouri, the daughter of the late Gilbert and Irene (Frank) Sanning. On June 15, 1963 she was united in marriage to William Huhmann.Barbara was a graduate of Central Missouri State University and taught Algebra at Raytown...
Luis Morales Adrales
Nov 7, 2024
Luis Morales Adrales was a beloved father, grandfather, and friend, who peacefully passed away on November 7, 2024 at the age of 95. Born in Iba, Zambales, Philippines in 1929 to Meliton Adrales and Teodora Morales. Luis lived a life rich in joy and passion for his family, career and hobbies.
Luis was a man of resilience and an unparalleled work...
Captain Charles Aubrey Garrett
Nov 7, 2024
Captain Charles Aubrey Garrett, 84 of Independence, MO passed away Thursday, November 7, 2024 at his residence. A funeral service will be held at 2:00 p.m., Tuesday, November 12, 2024 at the Speaks Suburban Chapel. Burial with full Military and Fire Department honors will follow in Oak Ridge Memory Gardens. The family will greet friends from 1:00 p.m., until service...
Melvin Ray Launius
Nov 5, 2024
Melvin Ray Launius, age 89, passed away peacefully on November 5, 2024. Melvin, lovingly known as “Mel,” was born on March 4, 1935, in Knights Prairie Township, Hamilton County, Illinois, to Jeff and Delcie Launius. He was the seventh of eight children.
Mel attended McLeansboro High School and later graduated from Southern Illinois University with a degree in Political Science, where...
Kenton Jay Price
Nov 4, 2024
Kenton Jay Price, lovingly known as Kent, passed away peacefully at his home on November 4th, 2024. Born on February 2nd, 1952, in Independence, Missouri. Kent dedicated his life to his family and over 50 years with the UA and 38 years to his trade as a proud Pipefitter with Local Union 533.
A man of action, Kent found joy in...
Wanda Louise King
Nov 3, 2024
Wanda Louise King passed away peacefully on Sunday morning, November 3rd, 2024. Wanda was born on October 19, 1937, in Osage County, Kansas to William and Regina Louise (Deskins) Michael.
She attended and graduated from Lyndon High School in the class of 1954.
She married David V. King on July 31st, 1955, and they had four children.
Wanda held various jobs - K-Mart,...
Marvin Lee Droege
Nov 3, 2024
Marvin Lee Droege, age 85, passed away November 3, 2024.
He was born January 4, 1939, in the rural area of Afton, Oklahoma, to George Henry and Sophie Bertha (Eckhoff) Droege. A year or so later, the family moved to Missouri. Marvin graduated from Knob Noster High School in 1957. He played basketball and baseball while in high school and remained...
Mary Margaret Bradley
Nov 3, 2024
Mary Margaret Bradley, 85 of Independence, MO passed away Sunday, November 3, 2024 at the Villages of Jackson Creek. Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m., Thursday, November 7, 2024 at the Speaks Suburban Chapel with burial to follow in Woodlawn Cemetery. The family will greet friends from 1:00 p.m., until service time Thursday at the chapel. The family...
Deanna Raye Wishon
Nov 2, 2024
Deanna Raye (Valentine) Wishon, beloved mother and grandmother, passed away peacefully on November 2, 2024, in Independence, Missouri, surrounded by her daughters. Born on August 16, 1944, in Houston, Texas, Deanna was a vibrant spirit whose social and loving nature impacted all who came to know her.
A proud graduate of Northeast High School, Deanna was known for her passion for...
James David Carpenter
Nov 1, 2024
James David Carpenter, fondly known as Jim, passed away on November 1, 2024, in Independence, Missouri, surrounded by his beloved family. Born on August 8, 1947, in Kansas City, Missouri, Jim lived a life rich with music, love, and laughter. He was a vibrant soul whose passion for life resonated with everyone he met.
Many will remember Jim for his extraordinary...
David Wayne Evans
Oct 31, 2024
David Wayne Evans, 65, died peacefully in his Kansas City, Missouri home October 31, 2024 after a 23-year battle with cancer.
He is survived by his mother Phyllis Evans, and wife of 25 years Charlene (Katzer) Evans of Kansas City, Missouri; son, Ryan (Lindsay) Evans and Grandsons Gavin and Bennett Evans of Lee’s Summit, Missouri; brother Grant (Nancy) Evans of Maryville,...
Yzekiel "ZZ" James Taylor
Oct 30, 2024
Yzekiel James “ZZ” Taylor, a radiant light in the lives of so many, passed away on October 30, 2024 at the tender age of seven in Independence, Missouri. Yzekiel was born to Nathan and Rebecca (Moreland) Taylor on February 6, 2017 in Kansas City, Missouri.
As a 2nd grader at Luff Elementary School, Yzekiel was not just a student; he was...
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