Obituaries

Brandi Elise McManus

Brandi Elise McManus

Mar 15, 2023

Brandi Robinson McManus, 49, of Kansas City, MO, entered into God’s kingdom after a short illness on March 15, 2023.

Brandi was born on March 31, 1973, to Nancy and Robert Robinson in Wheeling, WV.

Brandi is survived by her parents; her daughter: Haley Danielle Lopez; sister: Brooke Lynn Morales; Nephew: Jordan Mitchell Scanthin; aunt: Marybeth Prager; and uncle: Gary...

Ted Dwain Gleason

Ted Dwain Gleason

Mar 10, 2023

 

Ted Dwain Gleason, 79, of Parkville, Missouri, was surrounded in love as he passed away on March 10, 2023. He was born July 10, 1943 in Greenfield, Missouri, to the late Theodore Gleason and Jeanette (Grove) Gleason and was the loving big brother to his younger sister, Cheryl.

An avid creator, maker, and builder, Ted loved learning and making-...

Ray Edward McClung

Ray Edward McClung

Mar 6, 2023

Ray Edward McClung, 79, passed away on March 6, 2023.

Ray was born on October 28, 1943 in Platte County, Missouri. Ray graduated from Parkhill High School. It was soon after that he married the love of his life, Evelyn Sue Hudson, on January 25, 1964. From this marriage they were blessed with two sons. Ray spent many years working...

Deborah (Debbie) Louise Lehmann

Deborah (Debbie) Louise Lehmann

Mar 5, 2023

Deborah (Debbie) Louise Lehmann, 68, of Liberty, MO, passed away on March 05, 2023. She was born on May 13, 1954 to the late Marion R. and Doris Justus.

Debbie was an avid member of the 4H club all throughout her childhood and was very proud to be a part of the organization.

She was a talented musician learning to...

Roberta Irene Youmans Sanderson

Roberta Irene Youmans Sanderson

Mar 1, 2023

Roberta Sanderson, 92, of Kansas City passed away March 1, 2023 at North Care Hospice House after suffering a stroke.  Roberta was born in Kansas City, MO to Rev Raymond O. and Gladys “Irene” Brian Youmans on December 5, 1930, along with her twin brother, Robert. She had 5 brothers and grew up in a home filled with love. They lived...

Carlos Tomas Reyes

Carlos Tomas Reyes

Feb 27, 2023

With incredible sadness the family of Carlos Tomas “Tommy” Reyes of Platte City, Missouri shares the news of his passing on Monday, February 27, 2023 at the age of 70 years young after facing many health concerns.

 Carlos will be lovingly remembered by his wife of 35 years, Judy; stepsons: Scott (Susanne), and Mark (Hallie); grandchildren: Lane, Anna, Cody, Alli,...

Jimmy Meredith Freeman

Jimmy Meredith Freeman

Feb 27, 2023

Jimmy Meredith Freeman was born on June 4th, 1957 in Orléan, France to Junior Meredith Freeman and Henriette Renee Boucher. In age he is number 9 of 11 total children. He grew up in Lawton, Oklahoma and moved to Kansas City in the mid 90’s. He was blessed with one biological son (Jake Freeman) and two non-biological children that he...

Cathy A. Smith

Cathy A. Smith

Feb 27, 2023

Cathy A. Smith, 64, passed away peacefully on February 27, 2023, surrounded by her loving family. She was born on June 25, 1958 to Weeden Fred and Marlene Rosella Shirley, in Kansas City, Missouri.

She was employed for 20 years as an administrative assistant for WSKF Architects in North Kansas City.

Cathy was unforgettable to all who knew her. Children...

Melinda Dianne Neer

Melinda Dianne Neer

Feb 25, 2023

Melinda Dianne Neer, 79, passed away surrounded by her loving family on February 25, 2023.

Melinda was born on March 14, 1943 in Kansas City, Missouri to Gordon and Virginia Roelofsz. She met and married Delbert "Butch" Neer. Delbert's Army career granted them the opportunity to travel and live abroad. They spent a short time living in California, Germany, and...

Virginia Fambrough

Virginia Fambrough

Feb 24, 2023

Virginia Fambrough, 94, passed away on February 24, 2023.

Virginia was born on November 16, 1928 in Arkadelphia, Arkansas to John and Emma Green. As a young girl, her family moved to Louisiana where she grew up and graduated from Oak Grove High School.  While working at the local Duck-in, Virginia met Marion Fambrough. They were married on July 8,...

Carol Ann Dobney

Carol Ann Dobney

Feb 22, 2023

Carol Ann Dobney, 84, of Gladstone, MO, passed away peacefully on February 22, 2023. She was born on December 22, 1938, in Providence, Rhode Island. Carol was employed as a bank teller for Central and Commerce Bank until her retirement.

She was an active member of the St. Charles Borromeo Parish of Gladstone, MO, and volunteered in many aspects of...

Bobby Joe Baxter

Bobby Joe Baxter

Feb 20, 2023

Bobby Joe Baxter, 89, of Kansas City, passed away on Monday, February 20, 2023. He was born in Hale, Missouri on June 11, 1933, to the late Edward and Ethel (Williams) Baxter.

Bobby was a loving family man and an exceptionally hard worker who preferred spending time at home visiting with family and friends. Throughout his working career, he held...

Darlene Francis Stillwell

Darlene Francis Stillwell

Feb 20, 2023

Darlene F. Stillwell, 94, of Kansas City, MO and formerly of Council Bluffs, IA passed away on February 20, 2023. She was born on July 19, 1928, to her parents and married the love of her life, Earl Stillwell on February 18, 1946. Together they had one child, Dennis Stillwell and two grandchildren, Ashley and Mallory.

Darlene attended school in...

Janice Marie Schnack

Janice Marie Schnack

Feb 20, 2023

Janice M. Schnack, 81, of Liberty, Missouri passed away on February 20, 2023.

Janice was born on May 9, 1941. She grew up in Joplin, Missouri with her parents Donna and Bud Millard, and sister, Joan. She married David Schnack on April 17, 1965 while living in Wichita, Kansas. They then lived in St Louis for a brief time before...

James "Jim" Smith

James "Jim" Smith

Feb 18, 2023

James “Jim” Smith, 85, of Kansas City, Missouri passed away on February 18, 2023 in Casa Grande, Arizona.

Jim was born June 11, 1937 in Richmond, Missouri to Paul and Orelia Smith. At age 13, Jim met his future wife, Gayle Matthews, while attending church. They were blessed with 66 years of marriage and three children. Jim worked as an electrical...

Brian "Dan" Daniel McLain

Brian "Dan" Daniel McLain

Feb 17, 2023

Brian Daniel "Dan" McLain, 76, of Kansas City, MO, passed away on February 17, 2023 under the care of Kansas City Hospice & Palliative Care at his home.

 

Dan was born on November 6, 1946 in Yakima, Washington. In 1965, Dan graduated from North Kansas City High School and the very next day enlisted in the United States Navy,...

Traci Lynn Bussell

Traci Lynn Bussell

Feb 14, 2023

Traci Lynn Bussell, 52, of Lansing, KS, gained her heavenly wings at home surrounded by her loving family on February 14, 2023.A day full of love, just like she was.Traci was born in North Kansas City, to Robert “Bob” and Lori (Eckstein) Kimball on September 8, 1970. She graduated from Oak Park Highschool with a school letter in Marching Band.Although...

Joan Prouty Moore, MD

Joan Prouty Moore, MD

Feb 13, 2023

Mary Joan Prouty Moore, MD age 75 of Pensacola Beach, Florida formerly of Leawood, KS, died on Monday, February 13, 2023. She was born on July 10, 1947 in Indianapolis, IN and grew up in Rolla, MO. She received a BA in biology and her MD from St. Louis University.  Following residency in Milwaukee,  Joan served as a medical missionary...

Myrna Gail Bartch

Myrna Gail Bartch

Feb 6, 2023

Myrna Gail Bartch, 80, of Kansas City, passed away February 6th, 2023. She was a loving wife. mother, grandma and great grandma. She had many outstanding skills such as baking, sewing, quilting, and making rag rugs, to name a few. Throughout her life she was kind and compassionate and always found a way to brighten someone's day.

Visitation will be...

Wilbert "Bill" Auch

Wilbert "Bill" Auch

Feb 6, 2023

Wilbert (Bill) Raymond Auch passed away peacefully early morning on Monday, February 6, 2023 at the age of 93. He was the beloved husband for 62 years of the late Marcia Auch: loving father of David Auch (Jamie) Derby, KS, Vickie Stewart (Sam) Parkville, MO and Richard Auch (Kristi) Kansas City, MO; cherished Grandfather of Casey Hobson, Brady DePinna, Nathan Stewart,...

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