Obituaries
Ronald Joseph Yager
Sep 6, 2022
On Tuesday, September 6, 2022, Ronald Joseph Yager passed peacefully, surrounded by his loving wife and family, after a short struggle with advanced Leukemia. Ron was born July 16, 1934 to Joseph Henry Yager and E. Lillian (Perkins) Yager, in Papeete, Tahiti, French Polynesia. He lived with his missionary family in French Polynesia for 6 years, before moving with his...
Vonda Sam Dempsey
Sep 4, 2022
Vonda “Sam” Dempsey, 85 of Independence, Missouri, passed away on Sunday, September 4, 2022 while holding the hand of his devoted and loving wife, on the 34th anniversary of the death of their oldest son David who died in a car accident on Sunday, September 4, 1988. Sam was born on June 10, 1937 to Flora Julia Blackburn and Sam...
Rita Diane Shalton (Dickerson)
Sep 4, 2022
The world lost our beloved mother and friend Rita Dickerson Shalton of Independence, Missouri, on September 4, 2022. She was born on February 24, 1944, in Hayti, Missouri. Rita is survived by her two daughters, Wendy Shalton Dye (Jimi Dye) of Independence, Missouri, and Angela Shalton Bernard of Independence, Missouri. Four grandchildren, Jake Dye (Megan), Cassi Dye, Michael Bernard, and...
Bonnie L Anderson
Sep 1, 2022
Bonnie L. Anderson, 100, of Independence, Missouri passed away peacefully on Thursday, September 1, 2022. Bonnie was born to Ernest and Osa Curnutt on July 28, 1922 in Independence, Missouri. Bonnie spent her whole life in Independence. After graduating from William Chrisman High School she married her best friend Samuel Anderson. To this union came four children. Bonnie loved her...
Jason Andrew Taillon
Sep 1, 2022
Jason Taillon, 37, of Belton, MO, passed away Thursday, September 1, 2022. Funeral services will be Friday, September 9, 2022, at 3:00 p.m. at Speaks Suburban Chapel, 18020 E. 39th St., Independence, MO, 816-373-3600. Visitation will be Friday from 1:00 until 3:00 p.m. at the funeral chapel. Online condolences may be expressed at www.speakschapel.com Jason was born on October 12th,...
Renee Micholette Vandawalker
Sep 1, 2022
Renee Micholette Vandawalker, 54 years old of Kansas City Missouri passed away unexpectedly September 1st, 2022 at her place of residence. Born August 6th, 1968 in Kansas City, MO by Cecil and Mary (Kathleen) Vandawalker. Renee has been a life long residence. A 3 time cancer survivor, 1 stroke survivor Renee was seen as a tough, strong willed, resilient, loud,...
Dorthey Ann Keith (Lemasters)
Sep 1, 2022
Dorthey (Dot) Ann Keith passed away peacefully in her home surrounded by family on September 1st, 2022. A memorial visitation will take place on September 9, 2022 from 2-4pm at Carson Speaks Chapel (1501 W. Lexington Ave. Independence, Missouri 64052). She was born August 12th, 1956, in Independence, Missouri to parents George W. Lemasters Jr. and Grace A. Lemasters (Robinson)....
Peggy Jo Turner (Cogan)
Aug 31, 2022
Peggy Jo Turner, 88, of Independence, MO, passed away on Wednesday, August 31, 2022. A memorial visitation and service will be held Monday, September 12th at Speaks Suburban Chapel, 18020 E 39th St., Independence, MO 64055. Family will greet guests from 1-2 pm with services beginning at 2. Peggy will be laid to rest in Oak Ridge Memory Garden in...
Leonard Art "Leo" Fields
Aug 31, 2022
Leonard Art “Leo” Fields, 78 of Blue Springs, MO passed away Wednesday, August 31, 2022 at Ignite St. Mary’s Care Center. Cremation is planned with a memorial service to be held at 2:00 p.m., Tuesday, September 6, 2022 at the Speaks Suburban Chapel, 18020 E. 39th St., Independence, MO 64055. The family will greet friends from 1:00 pm until service...
Luella Charmein Dillard (Coy)
Aug 31, 2022
Luella Charmein Dillard, 88 of Independence, MO went to see her savior on Wednesday, August 31, 2022 at HCA Hospice at Centerpoint Medical Center. She touched many lives and was called Charmein by all her friends and family. The family will greet friends from 6 to 8:00 p.m., Tuesday, September 6, 2022 at the Speaks Suburban Chapel, 18020 E. 39th...
Amy Charline Bruce
Aug 30, 2022
Amy Bruce, 37, of Independence, MO, passed away on Tuesday, August 30, 2022, at Centerpoint Medical Center, Independence, MO. Memorial services will be Saturday, September 3, 2022, at 2:00 p.m. at Speaks Suburban Chapel, 18020 E. 39th St., Independence, MO, 816-373-3600. In lieu of flowers the family is asking you bring dog food to be donated to the Wayside Waifs....
Eva Venita Starr
Aug 30, 2022
Eva Starr, 95, of Oak Grove, Missouri, passed away on Tuesday, August 30, 2022, at Oak Grove Nursing and Rehab in Oak Grove, MO. Visitation will be Sunday, September 4, 2022, from 2:00 p.m. until 4:00 p.m. at Speak Suburban Chapel, 18020 E. 39th Street, Independence, MO, 64055, 816-373-3600. A private burial will be held at Freeman Cemetery, Freeman, MO....
Jeanne Marie Rollins
Aug 30, 2022
Jeanne Marie (Shamblin) Rollins, 64, of Belton, MO passed away August 30th, 2022, surrounded by her family. Services will be 11am Sunday September 4th, 2022, at Carson-Speaks Capel: 1501 W. Lexington Ave., Independence, MO 64052. Visitation will begin at 10 am before the service. Jeanne was born October 03, 1957, in Charleston, West Virginia. She retired from the VA medical...
Connie Kay John
Aug 29, 2022
Connie Kay John, of Lee’s Summit, MO, a loving wife and mother, passed away on August 29, 2022, within her home. She was 82. Connie was born on July 19, 1940 in Kansas City, MO, the daughter of Joseph and Marcella (Poell) Kassick. After graduating from Loretto Academy and the College of St. Teresa, she married her beloved husband Edward...
Charles Calvin Shropshire
Aug 28, 2022
Charles Shropshire, 97, of Sibley, MO, passed away on Sunday, August 28, 2022, at his home in Sibley, MO. Visitation will be held Saturday, September 3, 2022, from 9:00 a.m. until 10:00 a.m. at Speaks Buckner Chapel, 300 Adams, Buckner, MO, 64016, 816-650-5555. Funeral services will begin at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, September 3, 2022, at the chapel with burial...
Barbara Ann Archambeau
Aug 27, 2022
Barbara Archambeau passed away suddenly Aug. 27, 2022. Her celebration of life will be held Sept. 17, 2022 at 2pm at Liberty Christian Church Disciples of Christ, 427 E. Kansas, Liberty, Mo.
Brooke Renee Hurley (Gibb)
Aug 27, 2022
Brooke Renee Hurley, 39 of Grain Valley, MO passed away Saturday, August 27, 2022. Cremation is planned with a memorial service to be held at 2:00 p.m., Friday, September 2, 2022 at the Speaks Suburban Chapel, 18020 E. 39th St., Independence, MO 64055. The family will greet friends from 1:00 p.m., until service time Friday at the chapel. In lieu...
Gilbert Lee Pickle
Aug 27, 2022
Gilbert Lee Pickle, of Lee's Summit, Missouri, passed away on Saturday, August 27th, 2022. He was 71 years old. A private celebration of life will be held at a later date.
Joanna Sue Mayo (Crigler)
Aug 25, 2022
JoAnna S. (Crigler) Mayo JoAnna S. Mayo, of Blue Springs, Missouri passed away Thursday, August 25, 2022. She was 90 years of age. JoAnna was born on July 13, 1932, in Mercer, Missouri, the daughter of Joe and Marjorie (Holmes) Crigler, she was one of three children. After Graduating from Mercer High School she moved to Kansas City to persue...
Thomas Louis Hackley
Aug 25, 2022
Thomas Louis Hackley, 61 of Buckner, Mo passed away Thursday, August 25, 2022 at his residence. Funeral services will be held at 4:00 p.m., Wednesday, August 31, 2022 at the Speaks Buckner Chapel, 300 Adams St., Buckner, MO 64016 with visitation to follow until 6:30 p.m. A graveside service will be held at 10:00 a.m., Thursday, September 1, 2022 at...
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