Obituaries

Phil Anderson

Phil Anderson

May 29, 2024

Phillip Anderson, age 88, of Parkville, Missouri (previously of Bismarck, ND) passed away on May 29th, 2024, surrounded by family.  He was born October 1st, 1935 in Ohiowa, Nebraska.  In 1956, Phil married Jackie Honnold in Winterset, Iowa and they had four wonderful and truly amazing children.  Phil spent most of his career working for IBM as a typewriter repairman....

Carole Jane Eimer

Carole Jane Eimer

May 28, 2024

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of our beloved mother, Carole Eimer, who departed this life on May 28th in Jacksonville, FL. She was 81 years old.

Carole was born on September 13, 1942, in Harrison, Arkansas to Hugh and Anna Taylor. She was the youngest of three, having an older brother Eugene and sister Dorothy. Carole graduated from Neosho,...

Rod Bailey

Rod Bailey

May 28, 2024

Rodney “Rod” Bailey, 64, of Parkville, Missouri, passed away on Tuesday, May 28, 2024, leaving behind a legacy etched in the hearts of all who knew him. He was born in Excelsior Springs, Missouri to Judy (Meek) and the Late Bill Bailey. 

 For Rod riding his Harley wasn't just a hobby; it was about adventure and the open road. His family...

Hannah Lynn Mendez

Hannah Lynn Mendez

May 28, 2024

Hannah Lynn Mendez was born on November 25, 2019, to Chris and Amber Mendez in Kansas City, MO and passed peacefully in their arms on May 28, 2024. 

Hannah was diagnosed at the age of two with leukemia. Through the help of a trial chemo, she was able to receive a bone marrow transplant on December 22, 2022 with dad as the donor. In the fall of 2023, she was able to enter preschool at Saint James and played soccer, something she had begged to...

David Allen King

David Allen King

May 26, 2024

David Allen King Sr., 84, of Parkville, Missouri went to be with his Lord and Savior on May 26, 2024.

 

Born on January 15, 1940, in Seligman, Missouri, to Ezra and Josephine King, David grew up in Rogers, Arkansas, where he graduated high school. He then moved to the Kansas City area, dedicating 36 years of service to Union Pacific Railroad....

Lance A. Spencer

Lance A. Spencer

May 26, 2024

Lance Allan Spencer of Gladstone, Missouri, passed away peacefully on May 26, 2024 at North Kansas City Hospital. Lance was born December 24, 1959 to Charles A. Spencer Sr. and Madolene (Hodges) Spencer. Brother of Chuck (Alberta) Spencer, Dee (Margo) Spencer, Sharon Chapman and Debbie (Bob) Templeton.

Lance and his wife Elizabeth A. (Zimmerman) Spencer married on December 22, 1977 sharing...

Cheryl A. Naylor

Cheryl A. Naylor

May 25, 2024

In loving memory of Cheryl A. Naylor, a devoted Paralegal with a career spanning 35 years in the Kansas City, Missouri area. Her passion for law was evident in her work, where she dedicated herself to serving others with diligence and integrity. Aside from her main profession, Cheryl also embraced various side jobs, showcasing her versatility and ambition in different fields.  Cheryl's life was a...

Rosalie Nickell

Rosalie Nickell

May 20, 2024

Rosalie Nickell, of Kansas City, Missouri, passed away peacefully with her loving family at her side on May 20, 2024. She was born on January 17, 1929, daughter of the late Michael N. Kelley and Mary A. (Barns) Kelley.

Rosalie and her late husband E.L. shared over 40 years of marriage. They were blessed with 6 children. Together they devoted their...

Duane Jenkins

Duane Jenkins

May 14, 2024

Duane Jenkins, 59, of Kansas City, Missouri, passed away on Tuesday, May 14, 2024. He was born in Kansas City, Missouri on April 10, 1965, to the late Wayne and Adrienne (Burton) Jenkins. 

 Duane loved the outdoors, especially hunting and fishing. He worked as a mechanic and could fix just about anything. He was a man of few words. He lived...

David Lee Manser

David Lee Manser

May 12, 2024

David Lee Manser age 84, passed peacefully in his home in Kansas City Missouri on Sunday, May 12, 2024, he was surrounded by his loved ones. David was born in Kansas City, Missouri November 13, 1939, the son of William Douglas Manser and Ruth Grimes Manser. He was a loving father, grandfather, and friend to all that knew him. David...

Nellie Stewart

Nellie Stewart

May 11, 2024

Nellie (Sebastiana) Stewart passed away May 11, 2024 at New Mark Care Center.

She was born September 18, 1925 to Sam and Sebastiana Maddelena in Omaha Nebraska.

Nellie was married to Archie Stewart June 6, 1943 before he left the states to serve in WW2. He returned safely and they eventually had 4 children. Rodney (Susan), Terry (Kathy), James (Diana) & Kristine Yeager...

John E. Horton

John E. Horton

May 10, 2024

John Edward Horton, 82, of Kansas City, Missouri passed away on May 10, 2024.

John was born October 23, 1941 on his family’s farm in Greenwood County, Kansas. He was the third youngest of 14 children. During his formative years, John grew up in Emporia, Kansas where he graduated high school. Soon after, he enlisted in the United States Navy where...

Judith “Judy” Ann Miller

Judith “Judy” Ann Miller

May 9, 2024

Judith “Judy” Ann Miller, 73, was born on May 20, 1950, in Wichita, Kansas to the late Leo and Jean Laughary. 

For over 25 years of her life, Judy worked as a plant supervisor for Sealy Mattress Company in Kansas City, Kansas, building many relationships with all of those around her. 

She will be best known for her unconditional love, great advice,...

Walter "Jim" James Schowe

Walter "Jim" James Schowe

May 4, 2024

Walter James Schowe (Jim), 81, of Kansas City, Missouri, handled his struggle of a double whammy of heart disease and cancer with much grace for over six months. Sadly however, he quietly passed away at Ignite Medical Resort of Kansas City on the morning of May 4, 2024. He was surrounded by the love and care of his family and...

Mary E. Stagg

Mary E. Stagg

May 3, 2024

Mary E. Stagg of Kansas City, Missouri, passed away peacefully with her family at her side and went home to be with the Lord on May 3rd, 2024. Mary was born Algee Maureen Dailey on September 8, 1929, and adopted by John C. Stagg and Victoria (Brennan) Stagg.

Mary was a devoted mother above all else and found joy in dedicating...

Mary Carolyn Olson

Mary Carolyn Olson

May 3, 2024

Mary Carolyn Olson, 91, Gladstone, Missouri, passed peacefully from this life into the arms of Jesus on May 3, 2024. She was born at home on December 24,1932 to Conrad and Eileen Drayer of Macon, Missouri. During World War II the family moved to Kansas City. In 1947 Mary graduated from Central High School and began her first job at...

Robert Lee Reber

Robert Lee Reber

Apr 30, 2024

Robert Lee Reber, 73, passed away on April 30, 2024.

 

Robert “Bob” was born on January 22, 1951 in Kansas City, Missouri to parents John and Vera Reber. Bob graduated from Westport High School in 1969. He soon after, began his long career in retail, working as a stock room manager for the Half Price Store and Gordmans until his retirement...

Matthew H. Biesemeyer

Matthew H. Biesemeyer

Apr 27, 2024

Matthew H. Biesemeyer, 63, of Overbrook, Kansas passed away peacefully on Saturday, April 27, 2024. He was born in North Kansas City, Missouri on August 19, 1960, to the late Howard Hugo and Mary Elizabeth (Buckley) Biesemeyer.

Matt's childhood on Weatherby Lake was a dream come true for an outdoor enthusiast like him. He practically lived in the water—swimming, canoeing, and...

Sara Ann Arnold

Sara Ann Arnold

Apr 26, 2024

Sara Ann Arnold, 36, of Excelsior Springs, Missouri passed away on April 26, 2024. 

Sara was born on August 24, 1987 in Waukegan, Illinois. She was the oldest of five children born to Remiqiusz “Renek’ and Diane Krasowski. Her family moved to Wisconsin in 1990, before relocating to the Kansas City area in 1995. During her formative years she played clarinet...

Barbara A. Boydston

Barbara A. Boydston

Apr 26, 2024

Barbara A. Boydston, a beloved soul who graced this world with her presence, passed away on April 26, 2024. She was born on April 30, 1945, and during her remarkable journey through life, she touched the hearts of many. Barbara will always be remembered as a person who loved to play card games, dominos and would attend as many activities of...