Obituaries

Roger Dean Burd

Roger Dean Burd

Jul 22, 2023

Roger Dean Burd, 61, of Kansas City, Missouri, passed away on Saturday, July 22, 2023. He left this world surrounded by his wife and children. He was born December 1, 1961, in Emporia, Kansas to the late Bobby and Gladean (Griffin) Burd.

Roger had an unforgettable voice that is often imitated by his fans. He loved to make people laugh...

John Wells

John Wells

Jul 22, 2023

John Wells, 84, of Kansas City, Missouri passed away on July 22, 2023.

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John Windell Acker

John Windell Acker

Jul 21, 2023

 It is with heavy hearts from his loved ones to announce the peaceful passing of John Windell Acker, a beloved father, stepfather, grandfather, uncle, teacher, and friend.   Born on February 21, 1941, in Weston, Missouri, John was youngest of two sons (Wayne Acker, brother) born to Emerson and Edith Acker. John received his Bachelor and Master of Arts degrees in Industrial Arts from...

Linda Marie Helton

Linda Marie Helton

Jul 21, 2023

Linda Marie Helton, 75, of Lawrence, Kansas passed away on July 21, 2023.

Linda was born on December 23, 1947, in Lawrence, Kansas to Arthur “Jake” and Reta Jacobs. She graduated from Lawrence High School in 1965 and the soon after began working for Sunflower Army Ammunition plant as her father’s secretary.

Linda married Kenneth Breithaupt in 1966 and later...

Jesse Lee Cook

Jesse Lee Cook

Jul 19, 2023

Jesse Lee Cook, 45, of Gladstone, Missouri passed away on July 19, 2023.

Jesse was born on January 1, 1978. He was middle child of three sons born to Daniel and Jean Cook. Jesse graduated from Winnetonka High School where he was involved in the drama dept and the school’s news team. He spent a brief time working in the...

Samuel McGriff Sr.

Samuel McGriff Sr.

Jul 18, 2023

Samuel McGriff, Sr. 72, of Kansas City, Kansas passes away suddenly on Tuesday, July 18, 2023. He was born November 18, 1950, in Kansas City, Missouri.

Sam was a letter carrier for more than 20 years. He had a quick wit and enjoyed spending time with his family and friends.

He is survived by his children Samuel (Kristi) McGriff Jr.,...

Gary Lee Clark

Gary Lee Clark

Jul 17, 2023

 

Gary Lee Clark, 87, of Kansas City, Missouri passed away on July 17, 2023.

Gary was born on October 25, 1935 in Royal Oak, Michigan. He was the middle child of five children born to Cloyce and Bernice Clark. Due to his father’s job his family frequently moved, which led him to Kansas City. It was while working as...

Neva Alice Locke

Neva Alice Locke

Jul 15, 2023

 

Neva A. Locke, 92, of Kansas City, Missouri passed away on July 15, 2023.

 

Neva was born on October 25, 1930 in Slater, Missouri. She was one of 13 children born to Joseph and Winona Curl. She graduated from Slater High School and soon after met and married the love of her life, Homer Locke. They were married...

Anna Bowring

Anna Bowring

Jul 13, 2023

Anna (Annie) Rae Bowring, 80, of Kansas City, passed away peacefully on July 13, 2023, with her loving husband by her side. 

She was born to the late Ray and Helen Mathews, on October 5, 1942, in Trimble, Missouri. Anna graduated from Smithville High School in 1960.

She married Raymond George Sharp in 1961, and had two daughters. They...

Letha Jackson

Letha Jackson

Jul 13, 2023

Letha L. Jackson, 84, of Kansas City, passed away on Thursday, July 13, 2023. She was born December 24, 1938, in Maryville, Missouri to the late Earl and Margaret (Shannon) McClurg.

As the youngest of five children, Letha appreciated that she was always the center of attention. She graduated from Horace Mann High School in Maryville, and also from Northwest...

Thelma Louise Cluck

Thelma Louise Cluck

Jul 12, 2023

 

Thelma Louise (Routon) Cluck, 85, of Gladstone, MO went to be with her Lord and Savior on July 12, 2023.

Thelma was born on November 18, 1937, in Sergeant Bluff, Iowa to parents, Ramos and Edith Opal (Lightfoot) Routon of Hale Missouri.  The majority of her fathers family worked on the Missouri River as steamboat captains and delivering seasonal...

Philip Anthony Sterk

Philip Anthony Sterk

Jul 4, 2023

Philip Anthony Sterk, 79, of Kansas City, Missouri passed away peacefully on July 4, 2023.

Phil was born on August 26, 1943 in Denver, Colorado to Frank and Cecilia Sterk. Following high school, Phil continued his education at Rockhurst College.

Phil worked at Dazey Corp, then later for Harcros Chemical Company as a credit manager until his retirement.

In his...

James "Jim" Mezger

James "Jim" Mezger

Jul 1, 2023

 

 

James “Jim” George Mezger, 79, of Turney, Missouri passed away surrounded by his loving family on July 1, 2023.

Jim was born on June 21, 1944 to parents, Fred and Margaret Mezger, in Abilene, TX. They soon after moved to Ridgeway, Missouri where he grew up and graduated from Ridgeway High School in 1962. After high school, he...

Dixie Marie Roush

Dixie Marie Roush

Jul 1, 2023

Dixie Marie Roush, was a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and sister. She was born on May 17, 1935, to Sarah (Lackey) and Charles R. Kitterman Sr. Dixie peacefully passed away on July 1, 2023.

She was preceded in death by her parents; sister: Sue Forbes; first husband: Jerry Williams; and nephews: Scott Tucker, Sean Forbes, and Brian Tucker.

 

Dixie had a...

Sarah Jones Sheehan

Sarah Jones Sheehan

Jun 29, 2023

 

Sarah Jones Sheehan, passed away on June 29th, 2023 in Smithville, Missouri. She was born on November 8th, 1962 in Des Moines, Iowa. Her parents are Bob Jones and Karen Jones. Sarah brought immense joy and laughter to the lives of those around her.Sarah was cherished for her vibrant personality and zest for life. She had a heart full...

Shirley Dian Campbell-Tillman

Shirley Dian Campbell-Tillman

Jun 23, 2023

 

Shirley Dian Campbell-Tillman, a devoted wife, caring mother, cherished grandmother and great-grandmother, and loyal friend to many, passed away on June 23, 2023.

Shirley was born in Kansas City, Kansas on September 27, 1944 to parents, Daniel and Mary Porter. She graduated from Wyandotte High School in 1962 and soon after married Gary Campbell.  They spent 27 wonderful years...

Margaret C. Wyatt

Margaret C. Wyatt

Jun 18, 2023

Margaret Carolyn Wyatt, 77, beloved wife, mother, sister, aunt, and friend passed away on June 18th, 2023 in Harrisonville., Missouri. She was born on March 9th, 1946 in Ohio to Francis and Ruth Hogue. Her family moved soon after to the Kansas City area where she grew up and graduated from North Kansas City High School.

Her natural talent of...

Amelia Hayden

Amelia Hayden

Jun 17, 2023

Amelia Hayden, a woman of unyielding faith and devotion, passed away on June 17th, 2023. She was born on October 30th, 1927 in Hannibal, Missouri to her loving parents John and Gladys Plowman.Amelia lived a life that was defined by her belief in God and her unwavering strength in the face of adversity. Her Christian faith guided everything she did,...

John Michael King

John Michael King

Jun 15, 2023

John Michael King, the beloved owner of Kings Frame and Body Alignment since 1978, first in North Kansas City then in Smithville, Missouri, passed away peacefully at his residence on June 15, 2023. He was surrounded by his loving family. He was known for his humorous nature, he was kind hearted, full of compassion, and was always willing to lend...

Vicky Pearl Cain

Vicky Pearl Cain

Jun 14, 2023

 

Vicky Pearl Cain, 74, passed away on June 14th, 2023 in Kansas City, Missouri surrounded by her loved ones.

Vicky was born on September 2nd, 1948 in Independence, Missouri to parents Louis N. Whitehead and Elma "Deanie" (Merchant) Whitehead.She graduated from Truman High School in Independence in 1966 and went on to become a dental assistant where she met her...

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