Dana Michael Tassie, aged 35, of Kansas City, Missouri, formerly of Nashua, New Hampshire, passed away on June 4, 2024. He was born on June 14, 1988, in Nashua, New Hampshire, to his loving parents Curtis and Sharon Tassie. Dana was a man of remarkable skill and dedication, finding his passion in carpentry. His craftsmanship…

Grover Cleveland Boyles, 70, of Overland Park, Kansas passed away Saturday, June 8, 2024. Celebration of life will be held at 12:00 pm, Saturday, June 22, 2024 at VFW in Dodge City, Kansas. Cleve was born July 10th, 1953 in Dodge City, Kansas. He was an entrepreneur and maintenance worker for National Beef for 25…

Mary E Badder, age 93, passed away after a brief illness 5/24/2024 in the home. She was born in Jackson County Missouri and subsequently lived in Independence, Blue Springs, Tipton, Oak Grove, Holden and Lone Jack. She loved bowling, golf, horses, cats, dogs, and her family and friends. In her later years she lived by…

Grace Grado, 87, died in Columbia, MO on October 7th, 2023.  A life-long Missouri resident, she is survived by her daughter Dana Wahrenbrock (Richard Letchinger) and son Mark Wahrenbrock (Nancy) and her adored grandchildren Hannah and Daniel Letchinger and Clark Wahrenbrock.  Grace was preceeded in death by her husband Bernard F. Grado and was a…

Carina Garcia Pineda, 62, of Kansas City, Kansas, passed away Sunday, June 9, 2024. Visitation will be held from 9:00am – 10:00am, Saturday, June 22, 2024 at Heartland Cremation & Burial Society. Memorial service will follow at 10:00am. Carina was born November 1, 1961 in Manila, Philippines. She was a teacher in the Philippines. She…

Sunrise: April 1, 1957 Sunset: May 26, 2024 Michael Arlando Williams was born to Harvey A. Williams Sr. and Mary M. (McGill) Williams on April 1, 1957. Michael was raised and attended school in the Kansas City, MO area all his life. Michael’s parents preceded him in death. Michael was trained, worked and supervised in…

Susan Elizabeth Schernitzki (nee Officer) of Hubert, North Carolina, passed away on May 27, 2024, in Harrisburg, Missouri, at the age of 66 after a long battle with Alzheimer’s. She was born on February 3, 1958, in Colorado Springs, Colorado. Susan was a loving and happy individual, always with a smile on her face. She…

Anthony “Tony” Michael Wright, born September 28, 1971, in Harrisonville, Missouri, passed away at his home on Tuesday, May 28, 2024. He was the son of the late Dr. William Wright and Leslie Smith. Tony was known for his kindness, empathy, and eagerness to help others. Tony was most proud of his service to Howard…

William Russell Smith of Osceola, Missouri passed away on May 18, 2024 at Truman Manor Nursing Home. Known to his friends as Russ, he was born in Los Angeles on October 23, 1942, to Ethel and Bunyon Smith. Russ was an energetic and industrious child starting his working career at the age of nine. Each…

Bill Clark, 73, of Independence, MO passed away June 5th, 2024. A Celebration of life service will be held from 2:00pm- 4:00pm, Wednesday, June 12th, 2024, at Heartland Cremation & Burial Society in Raytown, MO. Bill was born, June 27th, 1950, in Independence, MO. Bill lived most of his life in Independence, MO, graduating from…

Richard Floyd Keller went home to be with the Lord at the age of 76 on May 31, 2024. He was born on February 9, 1948 in Davenport, IA to Floyd and Mary (Sheehane) Keller. Richard had a passion for woodworking. He spent many hours building bird houses, feeders and uniquely patterned cutting boards. He…

Shirley Ann (Henry) Bohlman died peacefully on June 3, 2024, at Ignite Medical Resorts at the age of 85. Shirley was born February 19, 1939, the youngest of 11 children, in Mercer County, Missouri to Jonathan Archie and Gladys Marie (Hendrex) Henry. She was raised in north Missouri and came to Kansas City to attend…

Timothy V. Osgood of Raytown MO passed away on May 25th, 2024, at Research Hospital. Tim was born January 22, 1963 in Kansas City, MO. Tim enjoyed bargain hunting and antiquing. He loved animals and his dog Emma will miss him very much. Tim had a good soul; he will be missed by those who…

Grace M. Moore, 86, passed away June 1, 2024. Grace led an extraordinary life filled with experiences and adventures some can only imagine. She was born Grace M. Pollard, January 18, 1938, in Stockport England. Grace would often tell stories of her young life in England and what it was like growing up there, especially…

Sharon Jean Ault Kellogg of Independence MO better known as Cookie to family and friends and Mimi to her grandchildren passed away peacefully as a result of Parkinson’s Plus on May 14, 2024 at her son’s home in Greenwood, MO surrounded by family. A Celebration of Life will be held as an open family visitation…

Dolores James Faherty 95, passed away on May 26th, 2024. Visitation will be 9am, Saturday, June 8th, 2024, at Nativity of Mary Catholic Church, 10021 E. 36th Terrace South, Independence, Missouri 64052. Mass of Christian Burial will follow at 10am. Burial will be in Mt. Olivet Cemetery, Raytown, Missouri. Dolores was born on July 9th,…

Lea “Wren” Langley, 73, of Independence, Missouri, passed away on May 28th, 2024. Born October 4th, 1950, in Yokohama, Japan, Wren was a beloved daughter, sister, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. She is survived by her daughter and daughter-in-law, Wren and Diane Maddox-Faria, granddaughters Christina Maddox and Stephanie Soares, brother James Langley, sister Martha Langley, nieces…

Barbara Francine Batliner Bass September 10, 1954 – May 30, 2024 Barbara Francine (Batliner) Bass, 70 (almost), of Kansas City, MO, passed away peacefully at Kansas City Hospice House with her husband, children, grandchildren and friends by her side. Barbara was born September 10, 1954 in Kansas City, the daughter of Raymond and Katherine Batliner.…