Obituaries

Bette Anne Magee

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

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

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

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

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...

Frances Sheppard

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

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

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.

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

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

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

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

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...

Edward Michael Overall

Edward Michael Overall

Mar 7, 2024

Edward Michael Overall, 57, of Kansas City, Missouri is now at rest on Thursday, March 7, 2024. He was born May 19, 1966, in Kansas City, Missouri to John Overall and the late Marilyn Kloster Overall. 

Early in life Ed was a rockstar; something he never really lost. He was a drummer in several bands and loved Led Zeppelin. He was...

Wanda McKeehan

Wanda McKeehan

Mar 6, 2024

Wanda Lea McKeehan, 86, of Kansas City, Missouri passed away on March 6, 2024. She was born July 29, 1937, in Salisbury, Missouri to the late Raymond and Maydean (Reed) Nelson.

Wanda was an orthopedic tech for more than 20 years. Not being one to sit around she worked part time jobs for the next several years until her final retirement...

Louis Hilaire Tournoy

Louis Hilaire Tournoy

Mar 5, 2024

Louis Hilaire Tournoy, born on November 9, 1928, in Veurne, Belgium, peacefully passed away on March 5, 2024, in Smithville, Missouri. He was the beloved son and only child of Michael and Yvonne Tournoy.

 

Louis was a man of great integrity and resilience, deeply devoted to his family. He was preceded in death by his cherished wife, Anna Marie Tournoy (née...

Dorothy Mae Pierjok

Dorothy Mae Pierjok

Mar 1, 2024

Dorothy Mae Pierjok, beloved business owner of Pier 5 Bar and Kitchen for 23 years, peacefully passed away surrounded by her loved ones. She was born on January 9, 1926, to Joseph and Zella Yenicek. Dorothy found solace in nature, relishing in weekends spent camping and basking in the serenity of Lake Viking. These moments of tranquility brought her immense...

Pastor William Hopkins

Pastor William Hopkins

Feb 28, 2024

Pastor John William Hopkins was born August 10, 1943, to Willie and Viola Hopkins, in Summerfield, Oklahoma. He is the oldest of 6 children. He passed away on February 28, 2024, at the age of 80.

He was preceded in death by his parents: Willie and Viola Hopkins, brother: Gary Hopkins, and sister: Loretta Wilson. He is survived by his wife:...

Nancy Jo VanBecelaere

Nancy Jo VanBecelaere

Feb 26, 2024

Nancy Jo VanBecelaere, 87, of Gladstone, Missouri passed away on February 26, 2024.

Nancy was born on September 7, 1936 in Lawerence, Kansas to parents, Clifford Olander and Edith Wilma Jennings Olander. Her family briefly lived in California and Texas, between returning to the Kansas City area, where Nancy graduated from Argentine High School. Her loved of education would never leave,...

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