Obituaries
Wilma Jean Taylor
Feb 8, 2024
Wilma Jean Taylor, born to Paul and Patience Ballance on January 21, 1942, embodied strength, love, and unwavering faith throughout her remarkable life, which came to a peaceful close on February 8, 2024.
In her youth, Wilma found joy and camaraderie as a Girl Scout, forming enduring friendships and acquiring invaluable skills that would shape her future. Her steadfast devotion to her faith...
Glenn Anthony Miller
Feb 7, 2024
Glenn Anthony Miller, 64, born in Frankfurt, Germany, passed away on February 7, 2024, in Kansas City. He passed away from complications of pancreatic cancer, which he was diagnosed with in April 2023. He was born on January 8, 1960. Glenn was a devoted husband, father, and a successful entrepreneur where he served countless Kingdom ministries. Glenn, along with his wife...
Amber Marie Ludwig
Feb 5, 2024
Amber Marie Ludwig, beloved daughter, mother, sister, and friend, passed away on February 5th, 2024, leaving behind a legacy of strength, love, and an infectious smile that warmed the hearts of all who knew her. Born on July 25th, 1978, Amber embraced life with a kind spirit and a free-spirited nature that left an indelible mark on everyone she encountered.
Throughout...
Harold L. Peterson
Feb 4, 2024
Harold L. Peterson, 88, of Gladstone, Missouri went to be with his Lord and Savior on February 4, 2024.
Harold was born on May 26, 1935 in Kansas City, Kansas to parents, Waldo and Henrietta Peterson. He grew up in the Rosedale community where he met the love of his life, Donna McChristy. They were married in 1955 and from this marriage were blessed...
Wanda Mae Weisz
Feb 3, 2024
Wanda Mae Weisz, 90, passed away on February 3, 2024.
Wanda was born on June 30, 1933 to Thomas and Eva Moulder. She grew up in Clinton, Missouri where she graduated high school. She met the love of her life, Delmer Weisz, and they were married and blessed with two children. Wanda took great pride in being a devoted homemaker and...
Joan B Pierson
Feb 3, 2024
Joan B Pierson, passed away on February 3, 2024, in Warsaw, Missouri. She was born on August 23, 1937, in Centerville, Iowa, and married to Willie Pierson. In 1988, she made the decision to relocate to Warsaw, with her husband Willie, embracing the possibilities that life had to offer. Her strong Christian faith served as a foundation for her actions and guided her every step...
Karen Rene Osborn
Feb 1, 2024
Karen Rene (Moberly) Osborn of Kansas City, MO passed away to her eternal home and touched the face of Jesus at St. Luke’s Plaza Hospital on Thursday, morning, February 01, 2024.
Karen was born in Kansas City, MO at Research Hospital on December 17,1958 to Rev. Jasper and Virginia Moberly, who preceded her in death. The family were all devout...
Margaret "Sue" Suzanne Evans
Jan 30, 2024
Margaret "Sue" Evans, 77, passed away on January 30, 2024.
Sue was the first baby born in the state of Michigan on January 1, 1947. She was born and raised in Plainwell, Michigan before moving to Chicago in her late teens. It was while working for North Central Airlines that she met the love of her life, Leonard Evans. Sue and...
Dannis Hunt Olinger
Jan 29, 2024
Dannis (Dan) Hunt Olinger passed away on January 29, 2024.
Dan was born in Shawnee, Oklahoma on March 23, 1944 to Joesph and Imogene Olinger. His family moved to the Iola/Chanute, Kansas area, where he spent many wonderful childhood days. The family then moved to Columbia, Missouri in his earlier school years and then to Kansas City, where he graduated from...
Maxine Siler
Jan 25, 2024
Maxine Jean Baumgartner Siler, age 96 of Olathe, Kansas went home to our Lord January 25, 2024. Maxine was born June 14, 1927 in Council Bluffs, Iowa, the daughter of Alvin C. Baumgartner and Eva McCormac Baumgartner. Her family moved from Henderson, Iowa to Wilton, Iowa in 1929 where Maxine’s father became Superintendent of Schools. In 1941 her family moved...
Thelma Juanita Pike
Jan 22, 2024
Thelma Juanita Pike, passed away on January 22, 2024, leaving behind a legacy of independence, dedication, and love for her family. Born on November 2, 1939, to the late Calvin and Thelma Thurmond. Known as Nita to her family, Thelma will forever be celebrated.She dedicated over 30 years to The Medical University of South Carolina before retiring. After relocating to...
Rhonda Lee Martens
Jan 20, 2024
Rhonda Lee Martens, age 67, of North Kansas City, Missouri, passed away peacefully, surrounded by family on January 20, 2024.
Rhonda was born on September 15, 1956, to Roy and Betty Ewing. She attended North Kansas City High School, graduating in 1975. Rhonda then attending college at Maple Woods Community College before embarking on her career with KCP&L, where she dedicated...
Clauis Louroy Alexander
Jan 17, 2024
Clauis Louroy Alexander, entered Heavens gates on January 17, 2024, leaving behind a legacy of love, resilience, and dedication. Born on October 16, 1947, in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, Clauis lived a life filled with compassion and joy.
Clauis was a fighter who never let his medical issues dampen his spirit. With the unwavering support of his family by his side, he...
Carole Yvonne Bordeaux Orr
Jan 16, 2024
Carole Yvonne Bordeaux Orr, age 82, passed away on January 16, 2024. She was born in Rosebud, South Dakota on August 14, 1941, to Lilian Bordeaux and Roy Iverson. Carole was adopted at the tender age of three by Marion and Dulcie Tompkins. She cherished her formative years, growing up amidst the expansive ranchlands of South Dakota. Her fondest memories included...
Laureen Ellen Scrutchfield
Jan 13, 2024
Laureen Ellen Scrutchfield, 73 of Weatherby Lake, Missouri went to be with the Lord on January 13, 2024. “Laurie” was born on September 25, 1950, to parents John and Arletta Bullard in Kansas City, Missouri.
Laurie attended St. Augustine Catholic grade school and went on to graduate from Bishop Hogan High School in 1968. Following high school, Laurie married and had...
Harold Dean McKee
Jan 12, 2024
Harold Dean McKee, 91, of Kansas City, Missouri, passed away peacefully, surrounded by family, on January 12, 2024, after a brief but forcefully-fought illness.
Born on May 11, 1932, in Verdon, Nebraska, to Lawrence and Irene McKee, Harold was a lifelong hunter, fisherman and outdoorsman. He spent countless hours pursuing large and small game across the Midwest and Western...
LaDona Kessel
Jan 11, 2024
LaDona Lea (Sharpe) Kessel, of Clearwater Beach passed away on January 11, 2024 age 81. She was born in Kansas City, Missouri on February 19, 1942 to Howard Wilson and Patsy Margaret (Gentry) Sharpe.She was an elementary teacher in the Smithville School District, New Bloomville School District, Jefferson City School District and the North Kansas City School District. After her...
Violeta C. Valle
Jan 10, 2024
Violeta C. Valle, a Christian woman whose love for the Holy Spirit was an inspiration to all who knew her, passed away on January 10, 2024, at the age of 87. Born on February 2, 1936, she embarked on a journey from Cuba to the United States in the 1960s and proudly became a U.S. citizen. Violeta's legacy is one...
Robert "Bob" Niehaus
Jan 2, 2024
Robert Emmett Niehaus, 86, passed away on January 2, 2024.
Bob was born on July 8, 1937 Kansas City, MO, to Arthur and Kathleen Niehaus. Bob's life journey was marked by a deep commitment to family, service, and a strong work ethic. After graduating from Redemptorist High School, Bob served his country honorably in the Navy before embarking...
Joseph "Joe" Biondo
Jan 2, 2024
Joseph "Joe" Biondo, a loving husband dedicated automotive engineer, and proud veteran passed away on January 2, 2024, at the age of 92. Born on May 16, 1931, Joe lived a remarkable life filled with joy, laughter, and countless cherished memories.
Joe's career spanned an impressive 36 years at Ford as an Automotive Engineer. His dedication and passion for his...
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