Ronnie Eugene Gibson, 51 of Raytown, Missouri passed away Wednesday, January 31, 2024 in a horrific car accident shattering and forever changing the lives of his family. Ronnie E. Gibson was born April 2, 1972 in Kansas City, Missouri. Growing up in Raytown, Missouri with his father Jack E. Gibson, mother Dorothy Gibson (Lute), along…

We are devastated to announce the passing of John Eric Templeton, 56, of Columbia, Missouri.  John left us on February 5, 2024, after a valiant battle with Pancreatic Cancer.  John was the most-gentle soul, the kindest, smartest man who ever lived.  John was born on December 26, 1967 in Hutchinson, Minnesota to Robert Lee Templeton…

Kenneth Robert Williamsen (Ken), age 83, passed from this world on January 31, 2024 while in the arms of his son Michael, after a month-long battle with stage four cancer. He was cared for at his home by his family during his final weeks. Ken was born August 25, 1940 in Chicago Illinois to Helen…

Donna Faye Lewis (Kerr) was born on June 18th, 1953 in Oakland, CA to Stanford and Vera Kerr. She was raised alone by her father along with her brother and sister until he remarried in 1972. In 1971 and 1974 she gave birth to her daughter and son, both whom she loved unconditionally. She was…

Robert (Bob) Lee Bice, 93, passed away peacefully on January 29, 2024. He is survived by his four children, Michele Cole, Greg Bice, Robert Bice II and Patricia Bice, seven grandchildren, four great grandchildren and many nephews and nieces. Born in Sapulpa, Oklahoma to Kenneth and Elizabeth Bice. He was one of five children: Sonny,…

Marjorie Ann Taylor, 87, of Independence, MO, passed away on January 21, 2024, at home. Memorial services will be held at 10 am, Sunday, Feb. 4th, 2024 at Assemble Yourselves Together Ministries 1706 N Jennings Rd, Independence, MO 64058. Margie was a nurse, EMT and safety officer, but best of all a mom. She liked…

David Eugene Logan, 76, of Raytown, MO passed away January 27, 2024 at home. Graveside services will be held at a future date. David was born July 18. 1947 in Kansas City, MO. He graduated from Raytown South  High (2nd senior class graduate). He enjoyed Auto Shop and Art. He created and refined a character “Ratfink” which…

Shanna Zappa, born on July 6, 1974, at the University of Kansas Medical Center, peacefully passed away on December 10th, 2023, after a courageous battle against colon cancer. Shanna had a deep love for all animals, with a special fondness for dogs. Her compassion extended beyond words, leaving an enduring impact on those fortunate enough…

Charles Kenneth Kincaid, 70, of Independence, Missouri passed away January 22, 2024. Memorial Services will be held at 2pm, Saturday, February 24, 2024 at Beacon Heights Community of Christ, 19402 E. Holke Road in Independence. Visitation will be at 1pm at the church and a reception will follow the service. Mr. Kincaid was born September…

Dorothy Ann Kelley passed away on January 25, 2024. She was born September 14, 1958 in California. Later in life she moved to Missouri. Dorothy was preceded in death by her parents. Survivors include her son James Elden Conner, daughter Sarah Ellen and a grandson. Visitation will be 2pm, followed by a Celebration of Life…

Nancy Lou Hutton, 83, passed away January 30, 2024. A graveside service for Nancy will be held Saturday February 3, 2024, at 11:30 AM at Corinth Cemetery, 3301 West 83rd Street, Prairie Village, KS 66206. Her formal obituary will come at a later date.

Arleta Vincent passed away peacefully on January 23, 2024, surrounded by the warmth of her family. She was born Arleta Maxine Brees, February 10, 1930, to John J. and Gladys Graham Brees in Long Island, Kansas. Arleta lived a life filled with love, patience, and kindness. Arleta was the beloved wife of Elden J. Vincent…

Peggy Jo Williams Davis (daughter, sister, mother, aunt, grandma, great-grandma), age 86: Small but mighty is a great way to describe Peggy. And while her mighty will was still there over these last few months, showing us how tough she really was, her body just couldn’t keep up, and she passed early Friday morning, January…

Joel Walter Wilson, 65, passed away on January 23, 2024 at his home in Raytown, Missouri. Joel was born on December 20, 1958 to Kenneth and Louise Wilson. Joel was a skilled mechanic who could fix anything with an engine. He loved racing cars and spent many weekends at the track. Joel was also a…

In honor of Michael Ryan Bussell who was born November 18, 1988 in Anchorage, Alaska, and passed away in Perry, Kansas. Growing up in the greater Kansas City, Kansas area since he was 5 years old. We share our goodbye to our child, our son, our friend and soul. We have the honor to carry…

Larry Gene Jack, age 83 of Raytown, Missouri passed away on January 11, 2024 into the loving arms of his Savior, Jesus Christ. There he was reunited with his wife, Billie Jack who preceded him in death. Larry is survived by his children Mark Jack, Jennifer Lennan and Brian and Stephanie (daughter-in-law) Jack, his grandkids…

Kathy Jean Kavanaugh, a beloved daughter, mother, and friend, passed away at the young age of 63 on December 29th, 2023, after a courageous year-long battle with cancer. She was born to parents Marcia and Frank on November 12th, 1960, and grew up in Mission Hills, Kansas. Much of her childhood and early adult life…

Edward Anthony Martin, 66, of Raytown, MO passed away January 21, 2024 at Lee’s Summit, MO from esophageal cancer. Memorial services will be held at 11am, Thursday, February 8, 2024 at Crossroads United Methodist Church, Belton, MO. A second memorial service will be held Saturday, February 10, 2024 at 11 am at Eastside Christian Church,…

Virginia Lee Russell Taylor, 90, of Prairie Village, Kansas died on January 26, 2024. “Ginny Lee” was born on August 30, 1933, the only child of Rahe James Russell and Virginia Elizabeth Anthony Russell of Independence, Missouri. She graduated from William Chrisman High School in Independence in 1951. She then attended SMU in Dallas where…