Deborah L. Young, 60, of California, MO passed away on July 1, 2026 at Jefferson City Manor nursing home after fighting a long battle with cancer. She was born Deborah Lynn Sourwine on March 3, 1966 in Iowa City, IA to Sharron (Sourwine) Hall the late Thomas “Tom” McGinity who preceded her in death. She…

JOSEPH “JW / JOE” WILSON ACTON OCTOBER 2, 1946 – JUNE 25, 2026 COLUMBIA, MISSOURI ON JUNE 25, 2026, JOE PASSED AWAY AT HOME WITH RENE ATKINS, HIS BELOVED OF 30 YEARS, AND HIS “GREAT LITTLE DOG,” JACK BESIDE HIM. THE ELDEST SON OF JOSEPH HENRY & MILDRED GERTRUDE LYNES ACTON, JOE WAS BORN AND…

Windi Lea Vierkant passed away peacefully on Monday, June 29, 2026 in Kansas City, Missouri. Windi was born on July 2, 1971 in Dubuque, Iowa to Glen Vierkant and Sue Harms Alt. Windi was a bright light in this world and will be deeply missed by all who knew her. She touched the lives of…

Timothy Allan Filley, 50, of Lee’s Summit, MO, passed away on Wednesday, July 1st at Lee’s Summit Medical Center after an 18-month battle with brain cancer. Tim was a loving husband and father, hard worker, and an avid hobbyist. His kind and easygoing nature helped him create community wherever he went. Tim was born June…

Charles Lee Mullen, Sr. was born on November 6, 1941, in Emerson, Mills County, Iowa, and passed away on June 29, 2026, at University Health Lakewood Long Term Care in Kansas City, Missouri. Charles was the eighth of fifteen children in a large and loving family. From an early age, he learned the value of…

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Sharon Giro, a devoted mother, loving sister, loyal friend, and one of the most thoughtful women you could be blessed with to have in your life. Born and raised in Independence, Sharon graduated from Northeast High School, Class of 1963. She went on to…

David James Conchola, 58, of Kansas City, Missouri, passed away on June 28, 2026. David was born on March 4, 1968. Throughout his life, he was known for his unwavering dedication to his family, his profession, and the community he faithfully served. He proudly served with the Kansas City, Missouri Police Department for 28 years.…

Marlea Shultz was born July 19, 1968 to Lynda and Bill Shultz. She passed June 30, 2026, after a long and courageous battle with cancer at 57 years old. Marlea faced her illness with extraordinary strength, determination, and grace. A true fighter, she battled cancer with every ounce of her being until her very last…

David Wayne Houghtaling passed away peacefully on June 28th, 2026, surrounded by family. David was born on January 12th, 1956, in Kansas City, Missouri, to parents, Jack and Shirley Houghtaling (née Davis). David grew up in Independence, Missouri with his two brothers James and Dennis and sister Jennifer. No witnesses will testify, but legend tells…

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Levi Daniel Thompson of Warsaw, Missouri, on June 28, 2026. Levi was born to John Thompson and Karis Thompson on November 11, 1987, in Raytown, Missouri. Levi was a fiercely loyal and devoted son, brother, uncle, and friend. A man of strong conviction, he…