Obituaries
Mildred Louise Rhone
Sep 12, 2024
Mildred Louise Rhone, 84, passed away peacefully, leaving behind a legacy of love, joy, and cherished memories. Born in Kellogg, Iowa, and raised in Des Moines, Millie graduated from East High School, where she forged lifelong friendships and began her journey as a beloved daughter, sister, wife, mother, and grandmother.
In 1965, she married the love of her life, John Rhone....
Deanna Louise Smith
Sep 12, 2024
Deanna Louise Smith (86) of Kansas City, Missouri, passed away on September 12, 2024. She was born on March 14, 1938, to Ross and Alberta Basinger of Hackett, Arkansas. Deanna had five brothers and one sister, (Billy Ross, Jerry, Paul, Linda, Larry & Lynn), all who preceded her in death.
After graduating from high school, Deanna moved to the Kansas City...
V. Lamar Peek, Jr.
Sep 11, 2024
Virgil Lamar Peek, Jr. of North Kansas City, Missouri passed away at the age of 92 on September 11, 2024.
Lamar was born on August 19, 1932 and was raised by his aunt and grandfather on a family farm in Tallassee, Alabama.
After graduating high school he enlisted in the Army and was deployed to active duty in Korea. Upon his return,...
Edward L. Galland
Sep 5, 2024
Edward L. Galland, 77, of Liberty Missouri passed away peacefully on September 5, 2024. He leaves behind a legacy of love, integrity, and adventure.
Edward shared 20 wonderful years with his companion Dixie. Together they shared a great love, many memories and cherished times that will be forever treasured.
He was a truck driver for more then 25 years. Edward had a...
Bill H. Carter
Sep 1, 2024
Bill Carter, a beloved husband, father, and grandfather, passed away peacefully at the age of 95 September 1, 2024 in Kansas City, Missouri. He led a life marked by love and faith.
Bill shared many years married to his cherished wife Tjwana prior to her passing. They shared a lifetime of love and companionship. Together they raised a family and built...
William "Bill" Gradinger
Aug 29, 2024
William "Bill" Gradinger passed away peacefully in the morning hours of August 29th, 2024, at age of 80.
He was born the eldest son to parents Harrison "Gale" Gradinger and Shirley Bell Saunders Gradinger in Pittsburg, KS on Sept. 27th, 1943. After he, his parents, and younger brother Rich moved to Kansas City, KS, Bill graduated from Shawnee Mission North High...
Terry Lee Kilburn
Aug 29, 2024
Terry Lee Kilburn, 84, of Kansas City Missouri went home to be with the Lord August 29, 2024. Terry was a beloved husband, father, and grandfather. He leaves behind a legacy of faith, love, and devotion.
Terry and Casandra spent 51 years of marriage together, a true testament of their enduring love and deep affection. He was a devoted family man...
Dennis Eugene White
Aug 29, 2024
Dennis Eugene White, 68, passed away on August 29, 2024, Born on January 19, 1956, in Kansas City, Missouri. Dennis was the son of the late Dennis and Kathryn (Ferrel) White.Though born in the city, Dennis was always a country boy at heart. He enjoyed the great outdoors and always held onto the dream of living off the land one...
Shirley Jeanne Terreau
Aug 21, 2024
Shirley Jeanne Terreau, of Kansas City, Missouri passed away peacefully on August 21, 2024. Born August 13,1935 to Clarence and Phyllis Seiboldt. Shirley was an embodiment of faith, love, and elegance.
She was a devoted mother to her children and adored her sons. The love she showed to her family was boundless and knew no end. Shirley embraced her time with...
Dick Gregory, Ph.D.
Aug 21, 2024
Dick Gregory, PhD, a revered leader in the field of mental health and a beloved member of his community, passed away on August 21, 2024, at the age of 77. Born on March 3, 1947, to Ed and Eva Gregory, Dr. Gregory dedicated his life to the well-being of others through his impactful work as a regional director and CEO...
Joe Giangreco, Jr.
Aug 20, 2024
Joe Giangreco Jr. 81, of Kansas City, MO passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on August 20th, 2024.
Visitation rescheduled to 10-11AM, Friday, September 27, 2024 at Terrace Park Funeral Home and Cemetery Chapel with a service to follow at 11AM. Graveside service will take place at Terrace Park Cemetery after the services, 801 NW 108th Street, Kansas City, MO...
Mae Belle Clevenger
Aug 18, 2024
Mae Belle Clevenger, 94, of Liberty Missouri, passed away on August 18, 2024. Born December 7,1929, to Blunt and Ethel Clawson, she was the eldest of 11 children. Mae was the first person for generations in her family to graduate high school. She lived with her family on a tobacco farm in Carter County Tennessee and began working at the...
Gretchen Blair
Aug 18, 2024
Gretchen Dickey Blair went to Heaven on August 18, 2024.
Gretchen was born on June 15, 1940, in St. Joseph, Missouri. She was one of four children born to Raymond and Ethel Dickey. Gretchen graduated from Benton High School where she was on the swim team and played saxophone in the band. In high school, she worked part-time at a local...
Frank William "Bill" Booth
Aug 11, 2024
Frank William "Bill" Booth, born on March 9, 1934, peacefully departed this life on August 11, 2024. Bill was a man of depth and passion, whose journey through life was marked by his dedication to education and his adventurous spirit.
Bill began his career as a teacher devoting ten years to shaping young minds with his knowledge. After his tenure in...
Jean Booth
Aug 10, 2024
Mary Jean Booth, 88, passed away on August 10, 2024.
Mary “Jean” was born on October 18, 1935 in Rockingham, Missouri. She was one of five children born to Irl and Ruth Nicholson. Jean graduated salutatorian from Stet High School, where she was a star basketball player on the girls basketball team and sang in several groups including a women’s quartet...
Norman Eugene "Gene" Phillips
Aug 10, 2024
Norman Eugene "Gene" Phillips, a beloved Commercial and Industrial Painter throughout his lifetime, passed away on August 10, 2024. He was a cherished husband, father, papa and friend to many, leaving a void in the hearts of all who knew him. Gene was born on June 3, 1965, to Norman and Celestia (Bailey) Phillips, and from that day forward, he...
Ronald Lee Sissel
Aug 7, 2024
Ronald Lee Sissel of Kansas City, Missouri, was born on February 27, 1948 and passed away on August 07, 2024 at his home surrounded by family at the age of 76.
He was a Teamsters truck driver for 30 years.
Ron enjoyed spending time at the lake, fishing and playing cards with his family and friends.
He was preceded in death by his...
Larry R. Sapp
Aug 7, 2024
Larry Sapp, 80, of Kansas City Missouri passed away peacefully on August 7, 2024. Larry shared 59 wonderful years of marriage to the love of his life Sharon. They were a true testament of dedication, joy, and love. Larry had a deep affection for his family and filled his years creating memories with his children and grandchildren.
He was a fun-...
Larry W. McCollum
Aug 4, 2024
Larry McCollum, 86, of Kansas City Missouri passed away peacefully on August 4,2024. Larry’s remarkable life was defined by his unwavering dedication to his family, faith and his work.
Larry was married to the love of his life Sharon, together they shared 58 years of marriage. They had a true partnership and built a home where love and laughter were abundant....
Richard "Dick" Jacob Nelson
Jul 26, 2024
It is with much sadness I announce the passing of Richard (Dick) Jacob Nelson on July 26, 2024 at the age of 80 years.
Dick was born and raised in Racine, Wisconsin to parents Hazel & Eugene Nelson where he attended school through his formative years graduating from Washington Park High School before enlisting in the US Navy then working at...
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