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Lyle Melton Reed
Sep 19, 2023
Lyle Melton Reed, 92, went to be with his Lord and Savior on September 19, 2023.
Lyle was born on August 7, 1931 in Eudora, Kansas. He was the second of eight children born to Raymond and May Reed. He spent his youth growing up in Warrensburg and then later his family relocated to the Kansas City area where he...
Sheron D. Ruys
Sep 17, 2023
On Sunday, September 17, 2023, Sheron Ruys, loving mother and wife, passed away peacefully in her home. Sheron grew up in the Chillicothe area with her 4 siblings, Rick, Randy, Steve, Kim and her parents Dale and Kay Lowrey. She married William Busby on June 13, 1964, and together they had their daughter, Erika. Sherry remarried later in life to...
Martha "Lucy" Louise Wettengel
Sep 16, 2023
Martha "Lucy" Louise Wettengel, 77, of Topeka, Kansas passed away on September 16, 2023.
Lucy was born on December 7, 1945 in Tupelo, Mississippi. She was one of fourteen children born to James “ Frank” Kincade and Ollie “Aner” Kincade. She attended school in Mississippi until her family moved to Topeka, Kansas. It was there that she met...
Wilson Agustus Harmon
Sep 14, 2023
Wilson Agustus Harmon, a beloved pipe fitter and welder, has passed away at the age of 90. Born on January 6, 1933, in Millsboro, Delaware, Wilson left an indelible mark on the lives of those around him.Wilson's career as a pipe fitter and welder was admirable, and his skills were truly unmatched. His dedication to his craft shone through in...
Dennis Keith Carpenter
Sep 14, 2023
Dennis Keith Carpenter, 60, of North Kansas City, Missouri passed away on September 14, 2023.
Dennis was born on July 16, 1963 in Kansas City, Missouri to Richard and Doris Carpenter. He graduated from Northeast High School and had a long career working in IT. When he wasn't hard at work he enjoyed spending his free time woodworking and operating...
Seila Fatu Aiono
Sep 14, 2023
Seila Fatu Aiono, 79, of Kansas City, Missouri passed away on September 14, 2023.
Seila was born December 4, 1943 in Fasito’o Uta, Samoa. He was raised by his grandma, Leai. Seila was a faithful member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Saints. His faith grounded his life. Seila offered up many decades of service to the church,...
Chester "Chet" M. Whitebread
Sep 12, 2023
Memorial services for Chester M. Whitebread, Jr. “Chet” will be 3pm on Tuesday, September 19th at Overland Park Funeral Chapel, 8201 Metcalf Ave, Overland Park, KS. Visitation will begin at 2pm before the services. Flowers are welcome or contributions may be made to Millcreek Rifle Club.
Chet passed away Tuesday, September 12, 2023 at Overland Park Regional Medical Center.
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Ronald Noble Klump
Sep 9, 2023
First Sergeant Ronald Noble Klump, has departed from this world on September 9, 2023. Born on February 26, 1938, in the vibrant city of Kansas City, MO., he lived a life that touched the hearts of all who had the pleasure of knowing him.
A true patriot, Ronald served his country with honor and distinction as a First Sergeant in...
Loueva "Jeanne" Shinn
Sep 5, 2023
Loueva Jeanne Shinn, 96, of Weatherby Lake, Missouri died peacefully on September 5, 2023, surrounded by family. A memorial service will be held on Tuesday, October 3, 2023, at 11:00 a.m. at Platte Woods Methodist Church, 7310 Prairie View Road, Platte Woods, Missouri 64151 (church phone: 816-741-2972) followed by a celebration reception in the church’s Dining Hall to which...
Debra A. "Debbie" Melvin
Sep 3, 2023
Debbie was born on December 25, 1953, in Kansas City, Kansas. She was the youngest daughter of Edward and Elizabeth Morgan. She graduated from Wyandotte High School in May 1971 and then continued her education at Kansas City Kansas Junior College. She married James “Jim” D. Melvin, Jr. on August 8, 1975, and were blessed with two children, Stephen and...
Tara Biswell
Sep 1, 2023
Tara Biswell, 46 of Kansas City, Missouri passed away after a brief, but courageous battle with cancer. Tara graduated from Winnetonka High School. Tara had a beautiful and infectious smile. She spent much of her free time with friends and family, and would often call multiple times a day just to check on them. She enjoyed spending time with her...
Lisa Shinn
Aug 31, 2023
Lisa Diane Shinn, 65, of Smithville, Missouri, passed away on August 31, 2023. A memorial service will be held on Saturday, October 7th, 2023, at 10:00 a.m. at the Family Worship Center (98 Stonebridge Lane, Smithville MO 64089) followed by an inurnment ceremony at the Terrace Park Cemetery (801 NW 108th St, Kansas City, MO 64155) and then a luncheon...
Roberta M. Shields
Aug 31, 2023
Roberta M. Shields, 74, of Kansas City, passed away August 31, 2023.
Roberta was born on November 17, 1948 in West Plains, Missouri. She was a graduate of Oak Park High School in Kansas City and was a homemaker throughout most of her life.
Roberta was preceded in death by her parents, Mr. Campbell and Mr. and Mrs. Dorothy...
Teresa Janeil Harding
Aug 29, 2023
Teresa Janeil Harding, 74, of Liberty, Missouri went to be with her Lord and Savior on August 29, 2023.
Teresa was born on January 9, 1949 in Clinton, Missouri. She was one of 12 children born to Julian and Bonnie Church. She graduated from Calhoun High School in Calhoun, Missouri and then later continued her education, training in...
Kenneth Edward Houston
Aug 27, 2023
Kenneth "Kenny" Edward Houston, 32, went to be with his Lord and Savior on August 27, 2023.
Kenny was born on July 18, 1991 in Kansas City, Missouri to Charles Edward "Eddie" Houston and Linda Duncan. Kenny was a graduate of North Kansas City Highschool. He possessed an admirable work ethic, working at various restaurants, as well as Dollar...
James "Jim" Benjamin McCarty
Aug 24, 2023
James “Jim” Benjamin McCarty, 94, of Kansas City, Missouri passed away on August 24, 2023.
Jim was born August 13, 1929 in Clinton, Tennessee. He was the youngest of ten children born to Floyd and Julie McCarty. Jim joined the United States Air Force where he served from 1951 to 1953. Shortly after his honorable discharge he met...
Sheri McIntire
Aug 23, 2023
Sheri Elaine McIntire, 58, of Kansas City, Missouri gained her Heavenly wings on August 23, 2023.Sheri was born on December 7th, 1964, in Kansas City, Missouri to Edmond and Barbara McIntire.Sheri grew up in a competitive family and loved sports, playing softball at an early age and was on the Oak Park Varsity softball team. She was a catcher, heavy...
Roberta Lee Peters
Aug 22, 2023
Roberta Lee Peters, 75, passed away on August 22, 2023
Roberta was born on September 17, 1947 in Chicago, Illinois. She was the only child born to Harold and Loraine Cunis, and was blessed to have met the love of her life in grade school. She and Richard Peters were married in 1967 and from this marriage they...
Kenneth "Big-D" Russell Carlile
Aug 22, 2023
Kenneth Russell Carlile, 87, of Kansas City, Missouri passed away surrounded by his loving family on August 22, 2023.
Kenneth, who was affectionately known by many as "Big-D", was born on August 1,1936 in Jacksonville,Texas. He was the only child born to Russell and Alice Carlile and spent his youth living among the oil fields of Texas and...
Albina Saenz Rodriguez
Aug 20, 2023
Albina Saenz Rodriguez, 51, went to be with her Lord and Savior on August 20, 2023.
Born on April 30, 1972 in Waukegan, Illinois to parents, Amado and Josephine Saenz; Albina was named after her grandmother - something she always felt special about. She worked for many years alongside her sister, in property management. This career took her...
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