Obituaries

Marcia Ann Nagel

Marcia Ann Nagel

Mar 27, 2025

Marcia Ann Nagel, a devoted nurse and cherished friend, passed away on March 27, 2025, in Kansas City, Missouri, at the age of 84. Marcia was born on May 4, 1940, in Aurora, Colorado to Myron and Margaret (Lewis) Johnson.

Growing up in Independence, Missouri, Marcia graduated from William Chrisman High School before pursuing her passion for caring for others at...

Georgia "Georgie" Ruth Wilmarth

Georgia "Georgie" Ruth Wilmarth

Mar 26, 2025

Georgia Ruth Wilmarth, fondly known to all as Georgie, departed this world on March 26, 2025, in Blue Springs, Missouri. Born on September 15, 1934, in Keytesville, Missouri, to George and Girlie (Ellis) Bearden, Georgie lived a life dedicated to her family, career, and community, leaving a legacy that will be cherished by her loved ones.

A graduate of Northeast High...

Jared Wayne Fordham

Jared Wayne Fordham

Mar 26, 2025

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Robert Daniel Lyle

Robert Daniel Lyle

Mar 26, 2025

Robert Daniel Lyle, born on August 20th, 1942, in Rural Prairie, Missouri, passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family on March 26, 2025, he was 82 years old.

Robert lived a life marked by service, love of family and a spirited sense of fun.

Robert’s early years were shaped by a profound sense of duty. He enlisted in the United States...

Bertha Elizabeth McMinn

Bertha Elizabeth McMinn

Mar 25, 2025

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Barbara Luella Charde

Barbara Luella Charde

Mar 23, 2025

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Cremation is planned with memorial service to be held at a later date.

Rodney Dean Craft

Rodney Dean Craft

Mar 22, 2025

Rodney (Rod) Dean Craft was born to Robert E. Craft and Thelma F. Burtch on January 3,1952 in Flint, Michigan. He died on March 22, 2025 after brief but strong battle with cancer in Overland Park, Kansas. Rod is predeceased by his parents, stepfather, Harold Burtch, and stepbrother, Kurt Burtch. He is survived by his brothers, James (Cheryl), Neil (Laura)...

James "Jim" Edwin Anderson Jr.

James "Jim" Edwin Anderson Jr.

Mar 20, 2025

James (Jim) Anderson, Jr. 82 of Independence, MO passed away at his home Thursday, March 20, 2025. Jim was born October 31, 1942, in Chillicothe, MO to James Edwin Anderson, Sr. and Margaret Allene (Caraway). Jim lived most of his life in Independence MO. He graduated from William Chrisman High School in 1960. Jim married his wife of nearly 62...

Mason David Cairns

Mason David Cairns

Mar 19, 2025

Mason David Cairns, 19, of Independence, MO passed away Wednesday, March 19, 2025 at his residence. Family will greet friends from 2 to 4:00 p.m., Saturday, March 29, 2025 at the Speaks Suburban Chapel with cremation to follow. Donations may be made in his name to Children’s Mercy Hospital. Mason was born May 16, 2005 in Kansas City, MO to...

Billy Ray Helm

Billy Ray Helm

Mar 19, 2025

Billy Ray "Bill" Helm passed away on March 19, 2025, at the age of 87. He was born on March 7, 1938, in Independence, Missouri to Jack and Mary (Rigg) Helm. 

Bill was a man of many passions and hobbies that filled his life with joy. An avid stock car racing enthusiast, he could often be found cheering for his favorite...

Kenneth "Kenny" Marvin Uptegrove

Kenneth "Kenny" Marvin Uptegrove

Mar 19, 2025

Kenneth “Kenny” Marvin Uptegrove was a man who embodied hard work and a deep love for his family. Kenny’s journey began on March 2, 1938, in Grain Valley, Missouri, where he was born to his beloved parents Raymond Uptegrove and Martha Bell.

Kenny graduated from Grain Valley High School in 1956. Shortly after graduation, Kenny joined the army and was deployed...

Robert Leslie Edwards

Robert Leslie Edwards

Mar 19, 2025

Robert Leslie “Bob” Edwards passed away peacefully on March 19, 2025, in Kansas City, Missouri, at the age of 77. Born on December 4, 1947, in Granite City, Illinois, Bob lived a life filled with passion, dedication, and a profound sense of service.

For over 27 years, Bob worked as a production manager at Sunshine Biscuits, a Keebler company, where his...

Steven Edward Dove

Steven Edward Dove

Mar 19, 2025

Steven Edward Dove, affectionately known as Steve, was a beacon of love and kindness in the lives of all who had the privilege to know him. Born on September 15, 1946, in the humble town of Horton, Kansas, Steve's journey through life was one defined by dedication, compassion, and cherished relationships.

For many years, he thrived as a computer programmer, a...

Catherine Eileen Fox

Catherine Eileen Fox

Mar 18, 2025

Catherine Eileen Fox passed away peacefully on March 18th, 2025. Cathy was born on November 21, 1965 in Independence, Missouri to Nancy and Walter Fox. 

She graduated from Lakeview Woods State School (a special education public school for the disabled) in the class of 1987. 

Cathy was a member of the Church of Jesus Christ restored in 1830 a branch from the...

Beverly Ann Stephenson

Beverly Ann Stephenson

Mar 18, 2025

Beverly Ann Stephenson, born September 20, 1940 in Wellington, Missouri.  She was third of four daughters of Adolph and Edna Stalling.  Her Wellington childhood inspired her all her life.  In Wellington, she learned the importance of using your talents to make your community better for everyone.  Beverly's talents were in music and performance.  She was blessed with perfect pitch, could...

Marilyn "Sue" Heinrich

Marilyn "Sue" Heinrich

Mar 17, 2025

Marilyn Sue Heinrich

September 6, 1931 - March 17, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of M. Sue Heinrich , on March 17, 2025, she was 93.

Born on September 6th, 1931 in Oklahoma, Sue lived a full and vibrant life. She was the loving wife of Elmer Heinrich, who preceded her by 12 years (November 20,2012).

Sue was...

Ronald Gene Fricks

Ronald Gene Fricks

Mar 17, 2025

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Roger Timothy Brown

Roger Timothy Brown

Mar 16, 2025

Roger Timothy Brown, born on October 31, 1961, in Independence, MO, left this world on March 16, 2025, in Kansas City, Missouri, surrounded by love. A devoted son and brother, Roger is survived by his parents, Larry and Nancy Brown, his sister Brenda Brown, and his sister and brother-in-law, Jackie and Robert Pennell. He also cherished his extended family and...

Beverly Jean Beeler

Beverly Jean Beeler

Mar 16, 2025

Beverly Jean Beeler of Independence, MO, passed away on March 16th, 2025 at the age of 72. She was born in Kansas City, MO on May 2nd, 1952 to Earl Marion Steward and Ruth Lee (Pardonner) Steward.



Beverly graduated from East High School in Kansas City in 1970. She married William Eugene Beeler Sr. on June 29th, 1971. They shared 14...

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