Cherie L. (Large) Arnone

October 1, 2026

Cherie L (Large) Arnone, 83, passed away September 28, 2026. Cherie was born July 2, 1943, to Harold and Betty Large.  At a very young age, she married the love of her life, Laurence (Larry) Arnone.  Larry and Cherie raised 3 children, Paul, Larry Michael and Debbie. Unfortunately, they suffered the loss of their infant…

Heidi Hannelore Haufe Butters

September 30, 2026

She was born in Salt Lake City, Utah April 8, 1964. The daughter of Bruno and Hannelore Haufe. She was the second eldest out of the four children, also the second girl out of the three. Heidi served a mission in Michigan for 18 months. She was Married to Mark Brig Butters On January 18,…

Donald Eugene McHenry

September 30, 2026

Donald Eugene McHenry was born on September 4, 1941 in Unionville, MO and passed away on September 4, 2026 in Kansas City, MO. He was preceded death by his wife Renda McHenry. Donald is survived by his two daughters,  Shelly McHenry, Tammy Knight and her five children Dillon, Emily, Brent, John,  and Amber; and one…

Joseph Calixto Lopez

September 30, 2026

Joseph Calixto Lopez, a man defined by his unwavering faith, profound patriotism, and boundless love for his family, passed away peacefully in his sleep in the early morning of September 23, 2026. Born on October 14, 1940, in Pinar Del Rio, Cuba, Joseph’s life was a testament to resilience, gratitude, and joy. At the age…

Dale “Barry” Shotts

September 28, 2026

Dale “Barry” Shotts was born February 27th 1961 in Minneapolis, Minnesota, He was the first born of Dale Eugene Shotts and Verna Laura Shotts, who survive him. Barry went to be with his Lord and loved ones on September 21st 2026. He is preceded in death by: grandparents, Wallace and Kathryn, Roy and Irene; uncle,…

Douglas James Wood

September 28, 2026

Douglas James Wood, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend, passed away peacefully on September 23, 2026, after a brief illness. Born on October 15, 1946, in Pigeon, Michigan, Doug’s life was a testament to love, laughter, and dedication. Doug’s early years were shaped by the sudden loss of his biological parents, Williard and Helen…

Steve Shirley

September 26, 2026

Steve Shirley, beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle and Prince of Mischief (born June 30th, 1954) passed away on September 20th, 2026 surrounded by loved ones. Growing up, Steve was active in scouts and achieved the rank of Eagle Scout and worked as a Scout Leader at Camp Nash. He was a graduate of Turner…

Mark Gerard Biehl

September 25, 2026

Mark Gerard Biehl, 67, of Pittsburg, Kansas, passed away peacefully on September 11, 2026. Mark was born on July 15 in St. Louis to Grace (Grimshaw) Pflueger and Albert Biehl. He was a thoughtful and steady man who lived his life with quiet strength and genuine care for those around him. Mark was a devoted…

David (Dave) Lingrel

September 24, 2026

With the heaviest of hearts, we share the heartbreaking and unexpected passing of David (Dave) Lingrel—a beloved father, son, brother, partner, and friend. Born on October 22, 1979, in Jonquière, Quebec, Canada, David departed this life on September 19, 2026, in Kansas City, Missouri. He is survived by his sons, Connor and his wife Chloe…

Bridget Diane Callahan

September 23, 2026

Bridget Diane Callahan, of De Soto, Kansas, passed away on September 20, 2026. Born November 1, 1955, Bridget lived a life defined not by what she asked of others, but by what she gave to them. Dedicated, loyal, and selfless, Bridget loved her family and friends above all else. She knew no stranger, and there…

Justine Marie Green

September 23, 2026

Justine Marie Green (Precious) was born on September 6, 1991, to Andrea Lockett and Michael Green, both of Kansas City, Missouri. She lived a life marked by kindness, compassion, and a deep love for those around her. Justine was preceded in death by her father, Michael Green; maternal grandparents, Booker Grant and Inez Lockett; aunts,…

Mary T. Neissl Strickland Kendall

September 22, 2026

With heavy hearts, we announce the peaceful passing of Mary T. Neissl Strickland Kendall, a beloved mother and friend, born in Paris, Arkansas, who departed this life in Leavenworth, Kansas, on Friday, September 4, 2026, at age 78. Mary lived a life marked by quiet generosity and deep affection for those closest to her. Throughout…

Reta Nicholson

September 22, 2026

Reta L. Nicholson, age 87, of Columbia, Missouri, passed away peacefully on September 7, 2026, surrounded by her family and loved ones. Reta was born in Texas to Robert and Dorothy Jones, living all over the world as an Army brat, but spent the majority of her life (61 years) in Columbia. She lived her…

John Barrera Sr.

September 22, 2026

John Barrera Sr., 95, of Independence, Missouri, passed away peacefully on September 3, 2026, in Kansas City, Missouri. He was born on August 7, 1931, in Garden City, Kansas, to Jesus Barrera and Maria (Coronado) Barrera. John was the second of five children born to their union. John grew up in Lorraine, Kansas, where he…

David Wilson Freeland

September 22, 2026

David Wilson Freeland, 83, of Independence, Missouri, passed away peacefully on September 20, 2026. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, September 26, 2026, at Hope Chapel, 1150 NE Woods Chapel Road, Lee’s Summit, Missouri 64064. Visitation will be held at 10:00 a.m. immediately prior to the service. Graveside services will follow…

Larry Smoot

September 21, 2026

Larry Wayne Smoot, age 64, passed away peacefully at Boone Hospital on September 17, 2026. Born on March 21, 1962, in Macon, Missouri, Larry lived a full life defined by hard work, a lively spirit, and an absolute dedication to his family. In his younger days, Larry chased the thrill of the local arena, spending…

Barb Baldwin

September 21, 2026

Barb Baldwin was born on May 4, 1948, in DeWitt, Missouri, to Gordon and Nedra Heishman. She passed away on September 16, 2026, surrounded by her loving family, with those she loved holding her hand. Barb was united in marriage to Joseph Baldwin in Marshall, Missouri. Barb was a simple woman who found happiness in…

William Zane

September 21, 2026

In Loving Memory of Our Father It is with broken hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved father, William Fredrick Zane, who passed away peacefully on September 11, 2026. He was a smart-mouthed, stubborn, wonderful man who had a personality you could never forget. He was strong-willed, outspoken, and completely himself. He had…

Michael Leon Hamer

September 18, 2026

Michael Leon Hamer, 77, of Blue Springs, Missouri, passed away peacefully on September 16, 2026, surrounded by loving family. A private celebration of life will be held on Tuesday, September 29, 2026, at Heartland Cremation & Burial Society, 802 NW Vesper St, Blue Springs, Missouri 64015. Michael was born on December 18, 1948, in Kansas…

Ronald “Ronnie” Dale Dinwiddie

September 18, 2026

Ronald “Ronnie” Dale Dinwiddie, age 74, of Independence, passed away Friday, August 28th, 2026. He was born July 6th, 1952, in Independence, MO, one of nine children born to Anderson & Georgia Reba (Terry) Dinwiddie. He served his country proudly in the United States Navy. Ronnie was a skilled worker of all things automotive for…