Nov 8, 2021

Tracy L. Bailey of Blue Springs, MO, died unexpectedly and way too soon on November 8, 2021. She was 59 years old. A celebration of life is scheduled at 2:00 pm on Monday, November 22, at Speaks Suburban Chapel, 18020 E 39th St. Independence, MO. Tracy was born on November 17, 1961 in Omaha, NE to James L. and Patsy...

Nov 7, 2021

John Edward Pratt, 73, of Blue Springs, Mo. passed away on Sunday, November 7, 2021. A memorial visitation will be held on Tuesday, November 16th, 2021 from 4-6:00 p.m. at Speaks Suburban Chapel in Independence, Mo. Cremation is planned with burial to take place at Mt. Zion Cemetery in Ten Mile, Tennessee. Memorial contributions can be made to the Salvation...

Nov 7, 2021

Avis “Carolyn” Massey, a devoted teacher, wife, mother, sister and friend, passed away peacefully on Sunday, November 7, 2021. She was 89. Carolyn was born to Jewel (Howerton) and Victor Clyde on September 23, 1932 in Springfield, Missouri. After graduating from Lebanon High School in 1950 Carolyn continued her education at Southwest Missouri State University, and was a member of...

Nov 5, 2021

Linda J. Hall, age 75, passed away peacefully Friday November 5th, 2021, after a short illness, with family by her side. Linda was born to Charles and Maud Crank on October 17th, 1946, in Kansas City, Kansas the youngest of six siblings. She graduated from Wyandotte High School in 1964 and later moved to Independence, Missouri where she lived out...

Nov 5, 2021

Larry Lee Slead, 73, of Independence, MO, passed away November 5, 2021 peacefully at home surrounded by his family. Larry was preceded in death by his wife of 38 years, Connie. Survivors include his brother Jerry Slead; wife Toni Kroll Slead; daughter, Kim Martinez and husband Jeff; daughter, Stacy Parsons and husband Todd; son, Shawn Slead and wife Janna; son,...

Nov 5, 2021

Susan (Susie) Carol Pratt passed away surrounded by her family on Friday, November 5th. Of all of Susie’s accomplishments she was most proud of her marriage of 39 years to Daniel V Pratt and of her children and their spouses, Bob & Holly Pranaat and Christy & Andy Martin. If you found yourself in a conversation with Susie she would...

Nov 4, 2021

Nancy Jean (Taylor) Melson, 75, of Raymore, MO, passed away Thursday, November 4, 2021. Our world is sparkling just a little bit less, our family feeling just a little smaller, we lost our Nana this week, the most incredible woman we've ever known. She left a light everywhere she went, not a person who met her could help but love...

Nov 4, 2021

Debra Ruth “Debbie” Orndoff, 66, of Grain Valley, MO passed away, November 4, 2021. Debbie was born on October 20, 1955 in Clinton, Missouri, the daughter of Herman Wayne and Ruth (Hunter) Coleman. She attended/graduated from Van Horn High School in the class of 1973 and continued to take some courses at MCC and UCM. Debbie did clerical work by...

Nov 3, 2021

Wanda "Susie" Hinson, age 72, passed away on November 3, 2021, in Independence, MO. She had suffered from a rare lung condition for many years. Susie was the only child of James and Dorothy (Johnson) Hinson who preceded her in death. She graduated from Van Horn High School, class of 1967. Susie was an avid Royals fan and enjoyed calling...

Nov 3, 2021

William Rollie Wallace "Will", 30, November 3, 2021 Will was born on July 3, 1991, in Independence, Missouri, son to Paul and Stephanie (Skinner) Wallace. He graduated from Raytown High School then took courses at Longview Community College. Will was a Lab Technician at Root Dental Laboratory by day, and a rock star by night. He was adventurous, funny, witty,...

Nov 2, 2021

Nov 2, 2021

Ruth Ann Bullard, 88, passed away Tuesday, November 2, 2021, at The Villages at Jackson Creek in Independence, Missouri. She was born on December 19, 1932, in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, to Byron Edward and Wilda Mae Davis. The family moved to Kansas City, Missouri, when she was 9. She graduated from Westport High School in 1949 and lived most of her...

Nov 1, 2021

Dan S. Washburn, Sr., 84 of Independence MO, a man who was dedicated to his community, country, and family and lived a life of “Do it right the first time,” passed away on November 1, 2021 after a 2-year fight with lung cancer. Dan was born on January 6, 1937 in Lordsburg, New Mexico, to Charles and Betty Washburn. He...

Oct 31, 2021

Larry Dean Stoner, age 75 passed away on October 31, 2021 in Kansas City, Kansas. Larry was born at the Independence “Sanitarium” in Independence, Missouri on September 6, 1946. Being born in a sanitarium might explain Larry Dean’s unique personality however it was really a hospital in Independence Missouri. If you lived in Independence during those years, many of you...

Oct 31, 2021

Ralph “Abe” R. Abel, Sr., 91, of Independence, MO, passed away peacefully at his home, surrounded by family, on October 31, 2021. Ralph was born in Hastings, Pennsylvania on July 9, 1930 to John and Catherine Abel and was one of eight siblings. He joined the United States Marine Corps after high school. During his service, he served his country...

Oct 30, 2021

Seini Tonga Vanisi was born on August 17, 1934 in Neiafu, Vava’u, Tonga to Salesi Tongamatamoana and Meleane Tohu’ia Tomasi Tonga. Church and family were at the heart of everything Seini did. She was an active member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, and she was both employed by and voluntarily served in many positions and callings...

Oct 29, 2021

Edna Mae Young, 94, of Buckner, Missouri, passed away peacefully at home on Friday, October 29, 2021. Edna was born on December 14, 1926, in Chillicothe, Ohio. She was one of eleven children. Edna attended/graduated from Chillicothe High School in the class of 1944. She married Edward J. Young and together had two children, Mary, and Richard. Shortly after having...

Oct 28, 2021

Scott Neighbors, of Independence, MO, passed away far too soon on Thursday, October 28th, 2021. He was 55. A memorial visitation will be held from 6:00-8:00pm on Friday, November 5th at Speaks Suburban Chapel, 18020 E 39th St.; Independence, MO 64055. Scott was born on March 15, 1966 in Kansas City, MO. He graduated from Truman High School in 1984....

Oct 28, 2021

Juanita Belle Taylor 95 of Independence Mo. passed away Thursday, October 28, 2021. Juanita was born, September 29th, 1926 at her parents' home in Purvis, Missouri, the daughter of Carl and Poe (Baquet) Wilson. In 1929 she moved with her family from Purvis to Versailles, Missouri. She graduated from Versailles High School in 1945. She attended Missouri State College at...

Oct 28, 2021

C. Eugene “Gene” Duren (81) passed peacefully on October 28, 2021 at Independence Manor in Independence, Missouri. Gene was born in Mullin, Texas on March 26, 1940. He graduated from Mullin High School and attended Tarleton State University in Stephenville, Texas. Gene’s life career was in the field of animal husbandry. He was a Christian, devoted husband and loving father....