Mary Kathleen Lindsay (aka Mokie) the daughter of D. Jerome and Susie Weaver Lindsay was born in Emporia, Kansas, November 22, 1947, and passed October 18, 2023, spouse of George A. Harris in Kansas City, Missouri. Raised in Madison in a musical family and being gifted with a beautiful soprano voice, Mary’s youth was filled…

Tamara Yvette Butler, 54, was called home on Oct 7 2023. Tamara loved her family and treated her friends like they were her family.  She was born Sept.6,1969 in Los Angeles CA. Tamara took pride in being a caregiver and a nurse. She was always thinking of others and how she could help them over…

Timothy D. Minnis, 52, of Belton, Missouri passed away on October 4th, 2023 at his home. He was preceded in death by his father, Victor L. Minnis. He is survived by his mother, Rose Ann Minnis, his sister, Tonya L. Olinde , and three nephews, Dillon, Derik, and Dorian. Services will be held at South…

Our dear father sadly passed away on October 14, 2023, at the age of 51. He was a beloved father, son, brother, and grandfather. He was always the life of every party and would do anything to put a smile on anyone’s face. He lived life to the fullest an always made every day count.…

November 2, 1992 –  October 15, 2023 Samantha, beloved mother, daughter, sister, and friend, left an indelible mark on the hearts of everyone who had the privilege of knowing her. Samantha’s life was a testament to love, kindness, and unwavering determination. Her most cherished role was that of a devoted mother to her son, Leland,…

Michael “Mike” B. VanBibber, 64, of Independence Missouri passed away on October 8, 2023. Mike was born August 6, 1959, to Jackie E. VanBibber and Judith C. Siebert (VanBibber) in Independence, Missouri and lived in the area all of his life. He is survived by his two children: Haley and Austin VanBibber, stepchildren Dakota Crawford…

Charles Ross Elam, 85, of Lone Jack, MO passed away October 15, 2023 at Lee’s Summit Medical Center from Lung cancer. Visitation will be held from 10:00am-12:00pm on Thursday, October 19, 2023 at Heartland Cremation and Burial Society, 6113 Blue Ridge Blvd, Raytown, MO 64133. Burial will follow visitation at Brooking Cemetery, Raytown, MO. Charles…

Michael Arthur Gray, 77 of Rocheport, Missouri passed away on October 4, 2023. He was a beloved husband, father, stepfather and Papa who will be deeply missed by all who knew him. Michael was born October 19,1945 in Sherman, Texas to Kathleen Williams and Julius Cesare. He attended the University of Wyoming on a track…

Larry Alan Shiner, 76, of Raytown, MO passed away October 14, 2023 at his home from complications from Alzheimer’s. Memorial services will be held at 1:00pm, Saturday, October 28, 2023 at King’s Way United Methodist Church, Springfield, MO. Mr. Shiner was born November 1, 1946 in Kansas City, MO. Larry was raised in Springfield, MO,…

On Sunday, October 15, 2023, Paula Bicket saw clearly the face of God. Her sight is now fully restored; her struggle is over, her pain has ended, and her battle is won. Paula Ellen Lee Doyle was born January 2, 1955, in Braymer, Missouri, to Paul and Mary (Bayer) Doyle. A beautiful child, Paula learned…

Steven Delbert Hedges, 74, of Independence, MO passed away October 12, 2023. Steven was married to Judy Hedges for 47 years. He loved to hunt and visiting Arcadia, KS. He is survived by: wife, Judy Hedges; children, Michelle, Amber, Jean, Christina, Steven and John; 14 grandchildren; and 5 great-grandchildren. Per families request, there will be…

It is with deep sorrow and much love that we mourn the passing of Lena Frances Norris of Jacksonville, MO on October 4th, 2023 at the age of 91. Lena will be lovingly remembered by daughter, Jane Ann Norris, of Jacksonville, MO, grandchildren James Norris of TX; Susan Norris (Justin) Schlageter of CA; Brandy Norris…

Richard David Tollerton, Sr., of Marshall, formerly of Brookfield and Columbia, passed away on October 11, 2023 after a long illness. Dick was born on February 21, 1953 to Robert and Edith (Davies) Tollerton in Brookfield. He graduated from Brookfield High School, attended the Universities of Missouri and Kansas, and received a diploma from the…

Buffy Marie (McClanahan) Parsons, 56, of Higbee, passed away on October 10, 2023 surrounded by loved ones after her long term battle with metastatic breast cancer. She was born to Mary Stephens on April 14, 1967 in Columbia, Missouri. She attended Rock Bridge high school. She met her loving husband in 1983 and spent a…

Paula Suzann Green, a beloved daughter, sister, wife, mother, and grandmother, departed from this world on Monday, October 9, 2023. She was born to Victor and Frances Sowers on December 28, 1952, and her life was a testament to her enduring love, compassion, and devotion to those she held dear. Paula now rests in eternal…

Michael Dean Chain, 69, of Independence, MO passed away October 7, 2023. Michael was born March 9, 1954 in Kansas City, KS. Mike spent much of his adult life as a Registered Nurse. He was preceded in death by: his parents; son, Jeramy Chain; and three brothers. Survivors include: wife, Maryl Chain; sister, Patricia El-Hinnawy;…

It is our sad duty to announce the passing of Rose Marie Yelton on October 9th 2023 losing a long and hard fought battle with Parkinsons . Rose was born in Kansas City Kansas in 1945, graduated from Wyandotte H.S. in 1963 and Married Patrick Yelton in 1968. Graduating, top of her LPN class, from…

Richard Clair Montee, 81, of Independence, MO passed away October 8, 2023. A celebration of life for Richard will be Monday October 16, 2023, at 11:00 AM at Woods Chapel United Methodist Church in Lee’s Summit, Missouri. A luncheon will take place after the service. Richard was born and raised in Kansas City, MO and…