Obituaries
Bonnie Mae Monheiser (Kinzie)
Nov 27, 2021
Bonnie Kinzie Monheiser passed away on November 27, 2021 in Independence, Missouri at the age of 88. She is preceded in death by her husband Raymond Monheiser who passed away in August 2019. Bonnie was born on March 8, 1933 in Fleming, Colorado to her father Albert Kinzie and her mother Cora Kinzie. Bonnie also had a stepmother named Dorothy...
Lori Leeanne Hagerman (Hendrix)
Nov 26, 2021
Lori LeAnne Hagerman, age 60 of Lexington, MO passed away on November 26, 2021 in Independence, MO. Lori was born in Los Banos, CA to Nellie Frances and Tom Hendrix on April 19, 1961. She was an astounding artist and created beautiful pieces of artwork for her family and friends. A piece she was particularly proud of is currently displayed...
Tammy S. Daniel (Brown)
Nov 26, 2021
Tammy S. Daniel, 59, of Blue Springs, MO was called home to be with the Lord on Friday, November 26, 2021. A celebration of life will be held from 10am-12pm on Saturday, December 11th at Speaks Suburban Chapel, 18020 E. 39th Street South, Independence, MO 64055. Tammy was born in Lexington, MO and attended Lafayette County High School in Higginsville....
Thomas Jefferson "Tj" Cundiff
Nov 26, 2021
Thomas Jefferson Cundiff, TJ, 46 years of age, passed away on November 26th, at Redwood of Independence. TJ was born March 8th, 1975 in Eugene, Oregon to Tyra and Tom Cundiff. He immediately stole the hearts of everyone around him with his big blue eyes and sweet smile. TJ was an only child and the oldest of five grandchildren. From...
Ruby Jean Tapko
Nov 26, 2021
Ruby Jean Tapko, 88, Sugar Creek, Missouri, passed away peacefully on Friday, November 26, 2021 with family by her side. Visitation will be Friday, December 10th at 10 a.m. at St. Cyril’s Church, Sugar Creek, MO, with a Mass of Christian Burial 11 a.m. Burial to follow at Mt. Washington Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made...
Doris Eileen Tompkins (Hunt)
Nov 25, 2021
Doris Eileen Hunt Tompkins, 91, of Independence, MO passed away on Thursday, November 25, 2021. Doris was born in Kansas City, MO to William L. Hunt and Mattie D. Leas Hunt. They moved to Fairmount, MO where she went to Fairmount Grade School and graduated from Northeast High School. She worked at Roberts Drugstore where she met Cary F. Tompkins...
Martin Eugene "Marty" Norris
Nov 25, 2021
Martin E. “Marty” Norris, 78, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, November 25, 2021. Marty was born to Richard and Opal Norris on September 16, 1943 in Jackson County. After high school Marty enlisted in the United States Navy in 1961. He proudly served for many years. Afterwards, Marty landed a career with Coast to Coast stores. After his marriage to...
Veronica Braman
Nov 25, 2021
Our Father in Heaven called Veronica Braman home unexpectedly the morning of November 25, 2021. Veronica had been battling recovery from a brain aneurysm until complications suddenly ended her beloved presence on this earth. She is missed deeply by her loved ones who knew her best and loved her with all of their heart and soul. For those blessed to...
Herbert Mathew "Herb" Smith
Nov 25, 2021
Herbert Mathew “Herb” Smith, 96, of Independence, Missouri, passed away November 25, 2021. Herb was born on March 7, 1925, in Kansas City, Missouri, the son of Herbert R. and Susie E. (O’Connell) Smith, raised on a small farm in Jackson County. Served in the US Navy, for three years on the US Atlantic Fleet. Herb was active in Boy...
Sonjah Lee Hatfield (Calhoun)
Nov 24, 2021
Sonjah Lee Hatfield, a devoted wife, mother and grandmother, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, November 24, 2021. She was 84. Sonjah was born to Ray and Josephine Calhoun on November 1, 1937 in Atlanta, Georgia. Sonjah was a very hands on momma. She took pride in caring for her family and her home. Sonjah had great talent in the kitchen...
Jacquelyn Sue Adams (Barker)
Nov 24, 2021
Jacquelyn Sue Adams Born on April 30th, 1954 in Independence, MO Neo-Natal ICU Nurse 1975-2017 Wonderful wife of 48 years to John A. Adams Loving mother to Sarah K; Rachel A; Emily W; and Zac A. Spoiled her grandchildren and loved them dearly Jackie as everyone would call her Was a friend to everyone she passed Had a love of...
Lita Lou (Fisk) Greb
Nov 23, 2021
Lita Lou (Fisk) Greb, 93, passed away on Tuesday, November 23, 2021 at St . Lukes Hospital in Kansas City, Missouri. She was born in Independence, Missouri, the only child of John Winfield Fisk and M. Lorene (Sumner) Fisk on September 23,1928. She graduated from William Chrisman High School Class of 1946, and attended KU and William Jewell College. She...
Charles H. "Chuck" Heflin
Nov 23, 2021
Charles (Chuck) H. Heflin, age 71, died at home Tuesday, November 23, 2021. Chuck was a life-long resident of Kansas City and Independence, MO, where he attended Truman High School. He proudly served his country during the Vietnam War. Chuck is survived by his two daughters, Lindsey and Jessica; his grandchildren Mateo, Addie, and Nathan; his brother Harry; sister Vicki;...
Vicki Raylene Moriarity
Nov 22, 2021
Vicki Raylene Moriarity, formerly of Altus, OK and recently of Independence, MO, passed away far too soon on November 22, 2021. She was 66. Vicki was born on April 6, 1955 in Portland, ME. She graduated from Altus High School in Oklahoma in 1973. She was employed as a housekeeper for over 30 years with the Altus Air Force Base...
Curtis Langewisch
Nov 22, 2021
Curtis Neal Langewisch, 66, of Independence, MO, passed away Monday, November 22, 2021, at his home. Born November 20, 1955, in Lexington, MO, Curtis was the third child of Edwin Fred Langewisch and Muriel (Bales) Langewisch. His family moved to rural Fayette, MO in 1961 where he finished first grade in the last country school in Howard County. He graduated...
Sue Mershon
Nov 22, 2021
Evelyn “Sue” Mershon, 81, of Independence, Missouri, passed away on November 22, 2021. Visitation will be from 4-6pm. Sunday, November 28, 2021 at Speaks Suburban Chapel. 18020 East 39th St S, Independence, Missouri 64055. Funeral services will be held at 10am. Monday, November 29, 2021 at Speaks Suburban Chapel. 18020 East 39th St S, Independence, Missouri 64055, with Kent Eaton...
Barbara Ann Machajewski
Nov 22, 2021
Barbara Ann Machajewski, of Independence, MO, passed away far too soon on November 22, 2021. She was 67. A visitation will be held from 6-8pm on Monday, November 29th with a service at 10am on Tuesday, November 30th, both at Speaks Suburban Chapel, 18020 E 39th St.; Independence, MO 64055. Interment will follow at Mt. Olivet Cemetery in Raytown. Barbara...
Douglas Roy "Doug" Monasmith
Nov 22, 2021
Douglas Roy “Doug” Monasmith, a loving and devoted husband, father, brother and friend, passed away unexpectedly on Monday, November 22, 2021. Doug was born on December 31, 1969 in Independence, Missouri. As a young boy Doug developed a fascination for trucks. After graduating from Fort Osage in 1988 Doug took off and began his 30 year career driving. He was...
William Rudd "Bill" Clark
Nov 20, 2021
William R. “Bill” Clark, 83, of Independence, Missouri, passed away Saturday, November 20, 2021. Bill was born on February 20, 1938 in Independence, Missouri, the son of Edwin and Genevieve (Rudd) Clark, the youngest of five children. After graduating from William Chrisman High School, Bill enlisted in the Select Service and also started his career at AT&T, where he worked...
Donald Raymond Kempf
Nov 20, 2021
Donald Raymond Kempf (Termite), 82 of Independence, MO passed away Saturday, November 20, 2021, at NorthCare Hospice House. The family will greet friends from 10:00 a.m. until 12:00 p.m. Friday, November 26th at St. Mary’s Catholic Church, 600 N. Liberty, Independence, MO. A Funeral Mass will be held immediately following the visitation. A private family inurnment will be held in...
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