Dorothy J. Staggs (73) passed away on May 13, 2026 surrounded by her loved ones. Dorothy was born April 4, 1953 in Kansas City Missouri to the late Betty and Woodrow Jett. She was the youngest to her brother Woodrow Jett Jr (Big sonny). Dorothy lived her life at home raising her kids and babysitting…
Valerie Hall, born April 9, 1948 in Ponca City, Oklahoma went home to be with Jesus on April 24, 2026. Known for her contagious smile, gentle backrubs, and servant’s heart, Valerie was a friend to everyone she met. Growing up in Ponca City, she spent her summers swimming at Conoco, playing flute for the Ponca…
James Scott (Jim) Latham entered the gates of eternal life on May 16, 2026. He was born on March 24, 1942, in Dubuque, Iowa, the son of M.E. and Leona B. (Atkinson) Latham. Growing up in Sedalia, Missouri, he graduated from Smith-Cotton High School and received a BS degree in Civil Engineering in 1965 from…
Debra Kay Biggs, 71, of Independence, Missouri, passed away on May 8, 2026. Debra was born on October 31, 1954, in Kansas City, Missouri, to William and Betty Marie Reed Biggs. She attended William Chrisman High School and spent most of her life in the Independence area. Debra was a member of Living Hope Adventist…
CELEBRATE!! Patricia “Patt” Anne Nathan died peacefully on Sunday, March 15, 2026, in Lee’s Summit, Missouri. She left this world gently, with her sons Kevin and David, and Daughter-in-law Dawn, by her side. A Celebration of Life will be held on May 30th, where her family and friends will gather to honor her life, her…
Ralph M. Smith of Raymore, MO passed away April 2, 2026 He was born on October 9, 1947 to the late George & Dorothy (White-Neff) Smith in Kansas City, MO. He was a lifetime resident of the area. Mr. Smith graduated from East High School, JCC and Avila University. He was an Army veteran of…
Doris Lavone (Munson) Davis, age 91 of Kansas City, MO passed away from Alzheimers on May 12, 2026 at Trustwell Living of Raytown MO, where she had been a resident for 5 1/2 years. Doris was born Sept 12,1934 in Brunswick MO, to William and Eugenie Munson. She moved to Kansas City MO in her…
Sheri Lyn Vaughan, 63, of Kansas City, Missouri, passed away peacefully surrounded by family at North Kansas City Hospital on May 11, 2026. Born on January 11, 1963, in Independence, Missouri, Sheri lived a life filled with love, creativity, and devotion to her family and friends. She will be remembered for her kind heart, artistic…
Brian “Bingo” Webb Robertson, 62 years old, Kansas City, Missouri, passed away on May 10, 2026, at home surrounded by loved ones. He was born August 8, 1963, in Independence, Missouri. Bingo worked for 30 plus years at Fun House Pizza as the dough roller, cook, and maintenance man. His all-time FAVORITE job was being…
Jennifer Roxanne Liggett (Fisher) was born on July 7, 1966, on a hot summer evening at 7:00pm, in Independence, Missouri, as the first child of David and Kathy Liggett. Jennifer passed peacefully at her home on May 10, 2026, after a short battle with cancer. She was surrounded by her three children Tyler, Kaitlynn, and…
Donald Smith, age 82, of Lenexa, KS passed away peacefully on April 8, 2026. He is survived by: Henry Smith (Son) and Brandon Smith (Grandson).
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of David G. Parker, who passed away peacefully on May 6, 2026, in Lee’s Summit, Missouri, at the age of 76, surrounded by his family. He was a loving husband, father, and grandfather. He is survived by Linda, his wife of 48 years; his two…
Scott Tutewiler Truby passed away on April 25th 2026. Scott was born December 9th 1953 as the youngest child of Marylou (nee Tutewiler) and William Truby Sr in Atlanta GA. He graduated from Gainesville High School in 1972. He joined the US Navy in 1974 serving as a Corpsman until 1980. Scott met Lynne Morgan…
Charlotte Marie Swoffer, age 87, passed away peacefully on May 8, 2026. She was a devoted mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, teacher, and friend whose kindness and love touched generations of lives. Charlotte was born on February 1, 1939, in Rupert, Idaho, to Charlie and Loretta (Allen) Nickerson. She carried a caring spirit throughout her life and…
Norma Jean Rosche, age 96, of Olathe KS , passed away peacefully on May 5, 2026. She was born on September 6, 1929 in KCK. Norma and Ed made their homes in Kansas City, KS, Bella Vista, AR, and Olathe, KS throughout the years. Before her marriage, Norma worked at the telephone office and later…
Carolyn Jo Grider, 91, of Kansas City, Missouri, died peacefully on May 1, 2026. Carolyn will be remembered at a private family graveside service at a later date. Carolyn was born on April 1, 1935, in Arcola, Missouri, to John and Mildred Baker. On February 10, 1952, she married Jerry Jene Grider — a marriage…
Robert Ray Smith Jr., 34, lovingly known as Bobby, was born in Jacksonville, Florida, the youngest child and only son of Karen Elaine Reaves and Robert “Ray” Smith. He grew up in Excelsior Springs and Kansas City, Missouri, where his personality, humor, and loyalty left a lasting impression on everyone who knew him. Bobby leaves…
Anthony Berthold Hirt, 68, passed away on May 5, 2026. Born on October 6, 1957, Anthony will be remembered for his strength, kindness, and the love he shared with his family and friends throughout his life. Anthony was preceded in life by his parents, Winifred Hirt and Ernest Hirt. He is survived by his loving…
Lesetausala Uele, 71, of Pago Pago, American Samoa was born December 23, 1954 and laid to rest May 4, 2026. She is survived by son, Tinoetasiaelaualoeseese “Tino” Uele. We would like to invite you to her Celebration of Life on Friday, May 15, 2026 at Heartland Cremation & Burial Society, 6113 Blue Ridge Blvd Raytown,…
Marjorie Jane Sheets, 97, passed away peacefully on May 4, 2026. Born at home on November 13, 1928, in Manchester, Kansas, Marjorie was a proud descendant of some of the earliest settlers of Dickinson County, Kansas. She was the middle child of Gail Leroy Long and Minnie Elizabeth Graves. Marjorie grew up on family farms…