Obituaries
Julia Claire Boley
Aug 19, 2025
Julia “Julie” Claire Boley, 78, of Kansas City, Missouri passed away on August 19, 2025 after living with Alzheimer’s disease for several years.
Julie was born on November 23, 1946, in Royal Oak, Michigan, the third of four daughters, to Thomas and Inez “Marga” Simpson. Julie was later blessed when her step-father Harry Wipfel married her mother. Harry became a true...
Roy W. George
Aug 18, 2025
Roy W. George, born on June 11, 1949, passed away peacefully on August 18, 2025. He leaves behind a legacy of dedication and love that will forever be cherished by those who knew him.
A hardworking and diligent man, Roy devoted over 37 years to the art of bookbinding for the International Brotherhood of Teamsters local 235. His unwavering work ethic...
Doris M. Simmons
Aug 17, 2025
Doris M. Simmons, born June 29, 1938, passed away peacefully on August 17, 2025, surrounded by her family—the people who were the center of her world. Doris’s life was defined by devotion, love, and an unshakable commitment to her husband and family. For 65 years, she shared an extraordinary journey with her beloved husband, Roy. Theirs was a love story...
Gary Davis
Aug 16, 2025
Gary Dean Davis, 84, passed away on August 16, 2025.
Gary was born on October 13, 1940 in Springfield, Missouri. He moved with his family to Seattle, WA where his dad got a job with Boeing. Gary went to elementary school there. They moved to Kansas City, where Gary went to Jr. High and High School in Raytown. He graduated from...
James Henry Henderson
Aug 13, 2025
James Henry Henderson, 84, of Kearney, Missouri, passed away on August 13, 2025.
James was born on January 5, 1941, in Eustis, Florida. He graduated from Umatilla High School in 1959. During the summer of 1958, he met a determined young woman named Barbara Givens. They married on September 1, 1962, and were blessed with two children and 63 wonderful years...
Robert "Bobby" Lee Bateman
Aug 12, 2025
Robert Lee “Bob” Bateman March 5, 1957 – August 12, 2025
Robert Lee “Bob” Bateman, 68, of Gladstone, Missouri, passed away peacefully in his home surrounded by family on August 12, 2025, at 7:35 PM.
Born on March 5, 1957, Robert lived a life grounded in generosity, kindness, a strong work ethic, and an unwavering love for Jesus Christ. His faith guided...
Eleanor Patricia Helm
Aug 9, 2025
Eleanor Patricia Helm (Witherspoon) known as Patty by most of her family, 84, passed away on August 09, 2025 after a long battle with Alzheimer’s disease and Dementia.
She was born on August 23rd, 1940, to Louie Thomas Witherspoon and Gladys Marie (Settles).
Eleanor was a member of her local Baptist church. She worked for General Motors until retirement. She was a...
Maria O. Valderrama
Aug 9, 2025
Maria O. Valderrama, a beloved figure in her community, passed away peacefully on August 9, 2025, at the age of 76. Born on November 28, 1948, Maria led a life distinguished by her unwavering faith and an extraordinary dedication to helping others. As an outgoing and compassionate woman, she touched the hearts of many through her generosity and kind spirit.
Maria...
Elwyn D. Cooper
Aug 8, 2025
Elwyn D. Cooper, beloved father and grandfather, passed away on August 8, 2025, at the age of 91. Born on August 10, 1933, Elwyn lived a life filled with dedication, love, and remarkable accomplishments.
Elwyn spent most of his professional career as a pricing analyst for Yellow Freight, where he was not only known for his strong work ethic but also...
Cheryl L. Schoneman
Aug 5, 2025
Cheryl L. Schoneman, born on January 5, 1962, passed away on August 5, 2025, leaving behind a profound legacy of love and devotion. With a career dedicated to Hallmark for 15 years, Cheryl was a dedicated and valuable employee known for her honesty and straight forward nature. Her warm spirit touched the hearts of many.
Cheryl was deeply family-oriented and devoted...
Amelia Sue Culver
Aug 2, 2025
Amelia Sue Culver, born on December 29, 1947, in Birmingham, Alabama, passed away on August 2, 2025. She lived a remarkable life that was marked by dedication, love, and a profound connection to her family and friends.
Amelia began her professional journey with Trans World Airlines (TWA), where she devoted over 30 years of her life to the world of aviation....
Karen Kay Kennedy
Jul 30, 2025
Karen Kay Kennedy was born January 14, 1941 near Omaha, Nebraska. She was the middle child of Lloyd and Hazel Denman. The family moved to a farm outside Bolckow, MO during Karen’s 8th year of school. She graduated from North Andrew High in 1959. Later she attended cosmetology school in St. Joseph, MO. This became her long-term occupation.
She married Ron...
Geraldine "Gerry" E. Furrow
Jul 27, 2025
Geraldine (Gerry) Furrow, 92, of Kansas City, MO, passed away peacefully on July 27, 2025.
Born July 6, 1933, in Willowdale, KS, she was the eighth of 13 children of Bernard and Anna Henning. Gerry graduated from Kingman High School in 1952 and married Harry Furrow that June.
She was a generous, devoted mother and grandmother to her family. She enjoyed bowling,...
Joseph White Searle
Jul 27, 2025
Joseph White Searle, 91, of Kansas City, Missouri, passed away on July 27, 2025.
Joseph was born on December 11, 1933, in Hays, Kansas, to Joseph Woodard Searle and Julia Elizabeth (White) Searle. During his early childhood, the family relocated to the Kansas City area, where he was raised in Mission and attended St. Agnes High School (now Bishop Miege). A...
Marvin Parr Blakeman
Jul 26, 2025
Marvin Parr Blakeman, 101, passed away on July 26, 2025. Funeral services will held on Thursday, July 31, 2025 at Platte Woods United Methodist Church, 7310 NW Prairie View Rd, Platte Woods, MO 64151. Visitation will begin at 10:00am, funeral at 11:00am, followed by burial at Terrace Park Cemetery, 801 NW 108th St. KCMO 64155. In lieu of flowers, contributions...
Daniel Maurice Higgins
Jul 25, 2025
Daniel Maurice Higgins, born on July 28, 1965 son of James and Maria Higgins. He departed from this world on July 25, 2025, after a brave and determined battle with Amyloidosis a journey he faced diligently for three and a half years. He passed away peacefully in the comfort of his home, leaving behind a legacy that resonates through the...
Daniel Maurice Higgins
Jul 25, 2025
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Betty June Eplee
Jul 23, 2025
Betty June Eplee, a devoted mother, grandmother, and cherished member of her community, passed away peacefully on July 23, 2025, at the age of 89. Born on August 12, 1935, in Kansas City, Missouri, Betty lived a life filled with love, faith, and dedication.
Betty was well-known for her career with Praxair, where she spent many years inspecting and fixing airplane...
Barbara J. Gauldin
Jul 22, 2025
Barbara Jane (Dilley) Gauldin was born June 8, 1942, to Oliver and Ruby Dilley in Duluth, Minnesota. She joined her parents in heaven on July 22, 2025, after passing away peacefully in her sleep.
She grew up in a Christian home full of love with her four brothers, John, Donald, David and Gary. She graduated from Westport High School in Kansas...
Dorothy J. Hamilton
Jul 22, 2025
Dorothy Jo Hamilton, 88, Kansas City, Missouri was born August 23, 1936, to James Boyd and Nina Helen (McFarren) McClanahan in Webster County, Missouri. Dorothy departed this life and entered the gates of heaven on July 22, 2025. Dorothy graduated from Niangua High School in 1955.
Dorothy’s greatest loves were taking care of her family and spending time with her friends....
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