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Obituaries
Henry Coffman
Apr 12, 2024
Henry R. Coffman was born December 9, 1934 in Lentner, Missouri. He was the second son of three children born to George Coffman and Sarah Frances Coffman. He attended and graduated from Shelbina High School. Henry attended the University of Missouri. After a year, he enlisted in the US Air Force. He served in Japan in supply chain. After serving...
Mari Anne McMaken
Apr 10, 2024
Mari Anne McMaken, beloved mother, sister, friend and more, passed away, April 10, 2024, at the age of 63, in Saint Joseph, MO. Born to Ancil Eugene and Lily “Bea” Harness, December 2, 1960, in Kansas City, MO.
Mari Anne's love for life and nature shown through on her many adventures. Traveling to visit family and camping all over the US...
Melanie Lynn Engle
Mar 30, 2024
Melanie Lynn Engle, passed away on March 30, 2024. She leaves behind a legacy filled with love, strength, and cherished memories. Melanie led a fulfilling life as a self-employed court reporter and was a dedicated member of the National Court Reporters Association (NCRA). Her passion for her work shone brightly through her commitment and professionalism. She was born on December 12, 1964 to Donald...
Rosalie M. Minor
Mar 30, 2024
Rosalie Maye Minor, a cherished member of the Kansas City community, passed away on March 30th, 2024, leaving behind a legacy of love, service, and dedication. Rosalie was born on October 3, 1938 in Lenexa, Kansas to parents, Walter and Helen Powell. After high school, she continued her education for a short time and spent a number of years living...
Claudette Rae Rhinerson
Mar 27, 2024
The matriarch of our family passed away peacefully on March 27, 2024, at North Kansas City Hospice House. Claudette was born 30 September 1934 in Shenandoah, lowa to Raymond L. Anderson and Dee Willa (Long) Anderson.
Claudette was preceded in death by her parents, her loving husband Vilas Rhinerson, and stepson Trent Rhinerson (Renee). She was first married to Larry A....
Bette Anne Magee
Mar 25, 2024
Bette Anne Magee, a dedicated educator, passed away on March 25, 2024. She touched the lives of many through her work in adult specialized education and other teaching experiences. Born on November 30, 1938, Bette's journey came to a peaceful end in her home as she bid farewell to this world.Throughout her life, Bette's passion for education shone brightly as...
Arthur C. Vanbecelaere
Mar 24, 2024
Arthur VanBecelaere, 89, of Gladstone, Missouri passed away on March 24, 2024. He was born on March 27, 1934, in Turner, Kansas to the late Cyriel and Emma (Ceule) Vanbecelaere.
Arthur enjoyed fishing, hunting, square dancing with Nancy, playing tennis and taking RV Trips. He proudly served in the U.S. Coast Guard during the Korean War. Arthur and Nancy were married...
Jeanette Charlton
Mar 22, 2024
Jeanette Charlton, a devoted homemaker known for her caring nature, passed away on March 22, 2024. She will be remembered for the love and warmth she extended to all those around her. Throughout her life, Jeanette found joy in taking care of others, embodying the true spirit of selflessness. Her nurturing personality shone through in everything she did, whether it was...
Joseph "Andy" Andrew Henry
Mar 19, 2024
Jospeh Andrew Henry, passed away on March 19, 2024.
Joseph “Andy” was born on March 14, 1963 in Independence, Missouri. He had a long time career with the Ford Motor Company working on the assembly line for 20 year then spending the last ten years as a final inspector, before recently retiring. When Andy wasn't hard at work he enjoyed playing...
Robert "Bob" Wayne VanVacter
Mar 19, 2024
Robert "Bob" Wayne VanVacter, has peacefully passed away. Born on November 22, 1933, Bob led a remarkable life filled with passion, dedication, and kindness. Throughout his career as the business owner of Claycomo, MO Hardware and Fairmont Hardware in Independence, MO, Bob became known for his unwavering work ethic and commitment to providing top-notch service to his customers. His strong...
Anthony James Curtis
Mar 18, 2024
Anthony James Curtis, a Senior Security Architect for over twenty years, Navy Veteran, and attendee of Emmaus Church in Kansas City, MO, passed away on March 18, 2024.Tony, as he was known to family and friends, was born on August 17, 1969, in Flint, Michigan. He led a life filled with dedication and perseverance. He was Honorably discharged from the...
Frances Sheppard
Mar 15, 2024
Frances Sheppard, 92, of Kansas City, Missouri, resting in Jesus’ arms on March 15, 2024. She was born August 3, 1931, in Clark County Georgia to the late Garret B. and Ailean (Seagraves) Woods.
Frances met Jim Sheppard while he was attending college; and they were married on September 15, 1955. After a few moves, the family settled in Kansas City....
Joyce Ilene Price
Mar 15, 2024
Joyce Ilene Parton Price, age 84, died peacefully on March 15, 2024, in Independence, Missouri as the oldest daughter of Elsie Faye McQueen Parton and Joe Ivan Parton.
Joyce Ilene Parton Price Is preceded in death by her parents Elsie Faye McQueen Parton and Joe Ivan Parton, sister Francis Elaine Parton, brother Harold Spencer Parton and her daughters Sheryl Ann Price...
Esther Louise Chalberg
Mar 13, 2024
Esther Louise Chalberg, 85, passed away on March 13, 2024.
Esther, or Sam, as she was affectionately known by, was born on February 19, 1939 in Leavenworth, Kansas. It was while working for the NCO Club at Fort Leavenworth, that she met the love of her life, Larry Chalberg. After a brief courtship, they were married on October 17, 1964 and...
Ronald Leroy Goens, Sr.
Mar 10, 2024
Ronald Leroy Goens, Sr. was a man who lived his life with quiet strength and a kind heart, always willing to lend a helping hand to anyone in need. Born in 1943, Ronald's passed away at home, on March 10, 2024. Those who knew Ronald will remember him as a man of few words, but his actions spoke volumes. He...
Christopher Mathew Kinate
Mar 9, 2024
Christopher Mathew Kinate, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, cherished friend, and dedicated professional, passed away on March 9, 2024. He leaves behind a legacy of love, kindness, and a life well-lived.Born on August 27, 1959, in Kansas City, Missouri, Chris's journey was marked by a deep sense of compassion and an unwavering commitment to others. His passion for business led...
Pamela Suzanne Sportsman
Mar 7, 2024
Pamela Suzanne Sportsman, loving wife, mother, and sister, of Liberty, Missouri went to be with her Lord and Savior on March 7, 2024.
Pamela was born on September 20, 1966 in Kansas City, Missouri to Charles "Ed" and Anna Beam. She was a graduate of Northeast High School and was a proud member of the Pom Squad. Pamela never took the precious...
Patricia Landes
Mar 7, 2024
Patricia Landes, 86, of Kansas City, Missouri passed away on Thursday, March 7, 2024. She was born June 26, 1937, in Marysville, Kansas to the late Arlo and Dorothy (Lillibridge) Cottrell.
As a young girl, Patricia was involved in 4-H, and was a Girl Scout leader for her daughters. She enjoyed camping and the outdoors. She continued her love for the...
Kay Long
Mar 7, 2024
Sandra Kay Long, 84, of Kansas City, Missouri, passed away on Thursday, March 7, 2024. She was born January 23, 1940, in Rensselaer, Indiana to the late Everett and Bethyl “Pat” McFadden.
Kay graduated from Rensselaer High School in 1958. She married Hugh Long on December 20, 1958, and remained happily married for 44 years, until Hugh’s death in 2003. She...
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