James E. Hahn passed away July 21, 2024 after a long illness. He was born in Perryville, Missouri, on February 10, 1954. He enjoyed fishing with his wife, Leola and his grandchildren. He is survived by his wife Leola; son Michael Hahn and daughter Ellen Wilder; three brothers Wayne, Larry, and Tommy; along with several…

Randy Bryant, 60, of Shawnee, Kansas passed away July 22,2024 peacefully at home. Randy was born December 22, 1963 in Santa Cruz, California. His love and passion for cars allowed him to become one of the best mechanics around, working at Certified Transmission the past 11 years. He never gave up, always found the solution.…

Laveigh Marie Rooney of Lathrop, Missouri passed away Friday, July 19, 2024. She was born August 17, 1928, in Excelsior Springs, Missouri to John and Minnie Newton. She was preceded in death by her husband, John Rooney, her parents, her brother, George Newton, sister, Laveta Dunning, Laveta’s husband, Uel Dunning, and her son-in-law, Phillip Steinbuch.…

Gregory Duncan Henehan, 66, of Grandview, Missouri passed away July 13, 2024. A celebration of life will be held from 3 pm to 6 pm on August 3, 2024 at 6906 East 205th Street, Belton, Missouri, 64012. Friends, family, colleagues and classmates are all invited to attend. Greg was born January 18, 1958 to his…

Terry’s life began on February 15, 1943, in Kansas City.  After graduating from Northeast High School, he received a bachelor’s and master’s degrees in Business Administration from the University of Missouri Kansas City and made his career as an Accounting Controller at various companies in the Kansas City metro area.  After retirement, he turned his…

George Randall Lilleston, affectionally known as “Loophole” passed away July 17, 2024 in Blue Springs, MO at the age of 83. Born July 31, 1940 in Clinton, MO where he attended grade and high school. He served in the U.S. Air Force and after law school, returned to Clinton to establish his law firm. He…

Mildred Lavon Eltzholtz passed away peacefully in her home, surrounded by her children, on July 12, 2024. Graveside services will be held July 24, 2024 at 11:00 am at the Lee’s Summit Historical Cemetery. A resident of Lee’s Summit, Missouri, Lavon is survived by her children, sons Bill and Bob, and daughter Lori, as well…

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the death of our mother, Nancy Lee Bingham.  Nancy was 74 years old and passed away surrounded by family at her residence on July 13th, 2024.  She is preceded in death by: her husband Bernard, parents Eugene and Nina Thrift, her brothers; Richard, Steve, and Allen Thrift,…

Mary Elizabeth Helms of Brumley, MO passed away July 8, 2024 at the age of 68 in her home, surrounded by her loved ones.  Mary was born in Skidmore, MO to Finas (Jack) and Callie McGowan. Mary is survived by: her husband of 52 years, Louie Helms; her daughter LeaAnn and her husband David Maylee,…

Doris Jean (West) Melton, passed on Saturday morning July 13, 2024.  She was preceded by her parents LV and Clara West; her brother Dale West; her sister Editha (Pokey to her family) Petty; a well-loved son Douglas Kent Melton; the one and only love of her life LL Melton; and all but one, for those…

Beverlee Ann (Gibler) Barnes peacefully joined her husband in heaven, July 14, 2024, while in her home in Independence. Beverlee was born March 29, 1950 in Inglewood, California to Robert & Shirley Gibler. They returned to Independence, Missouri when she was 4, where Beverlee was raised & graduated from Truman High School in 1968. Then…

Curtis William Henry Peery, born on November 3, 1985, in Sedalia, MO, passed away unexpectedly at his home on July 10, 2024, at the age of 38. Curtis was the Kansas City Chiefs’ biggest fan, bringing passion and enthusiasm to every game day. His love for bowling was evident in the countless hours he spent…

Patricia “Tricia” Turner passed away the night of July 9th, 2024. She was born on August 5th, 1965 to Albert and Virginia Brooks. She was the wife of Jeff Turner. Tricia was known for her love of animals, especially her dogs. She was loving and giving, always giving the best gifts to her friends and…

Patty Diann Payne (Swadley), 69, who loved to be called “grandma Moe” passed away on July 2, 2024. Patty was born in Kansas City, MO, to Wilmer (Cotton) and  Grace Swadley. She was the second oldest of six children.  Patty graduated from Young High school in 1973.  Patty loved to knit and to spend time…

Dolores “Lola” Ashmore, 88, of Blue Springs, Missouri, passed away Sunday, July 7, 2024. Lola was born April 26, 1936 in Houston, Texas. She was preceded in death by: her love of her life and husband, Wayne Ashmore. Survivors include: daughter, Brenda Long; step-son, Gary Ashmore; step-daughter, Sandra Lempke; 5 grandchildren; 19 great-grandchildren; and 3…

August 9, 1959 – July 7, 2024 Cancer took her from us all. She was the perfect person for me.  We were married for forty-two years.  I love her. No services.

David Kelly McDowell April 15, 1953 – July 5, 2024 Dave McDowell, 71, of Blue Springs, MO passed away on July 5, 2024. Dave was born on April 15, 1953 in Independence, MO. He was the middle of three children born to Jack and Betty (East) McDowell. He graduated from Van Horn High School in…