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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...
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
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
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
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
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
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,...
Mary K. Graham
Feb 25, 2024
Mary K. Graham, 93, of Kansas City, Missouri went to be with her Lord and Savior on February 26, 2024. She was born December 30, 1930, in Tuckerman, Arkansas to the late Hayden McGinnis and Ida (McGinnis) Hall.
Mary owned J & J Engineering, a tool & die manufacturing company that supplied parts for Johnson and Johnson, in Elk Grove Village, Illinois. Later she...
Joseph Anthony Firuccia
Feb 22, 2024
Joseph Anthony Firuccia, 94, of Gladstone, Missouri passed away on.
Joseph was born on July 21, 1929 in Kansas City, Missouri. He was the third of five children born to John Sr, and Consetta Firuccia. He attended Central High School. At the age of 18, he followed his father’s footsteps and began working for the railroad, before enlisting in the Army....
Linda Diane Hernandez
Feb 18, 2024
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Linda Diane Hernandez, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away on February 18, 2024 She was a woman of many talents, leaving a lasting impact wherever she went.
Linda dedicated her working years to various roles, including Universal Welding Company, Libbys Welding, Wilcox Electric, and serving as a custodian for the North Kansas City...
James "Jim" Davidson Plunkett
Feb 16, 2024
James "Jim" D. Plunkett, 66, of Parkville, Missouri passed away on February 16, 2024.
Jim was born on March 7, 1957 in Columbia, Missouri to parents, Robert and Mary Jane Plunkett. As a young boy, Jim's family relocated to Olathe, Kansas, where he spent his formative years, attending elementary through high school. He spent a short time in college before succumbing...
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