Darren Carl Williams, 65, of Kansas City, Missouri, passed away on February 28, 2025. He was born on November 17, 1959, and raised in Kansas City, Missouri, where he spent his life building strong connections with family and friends. Darren dedicated over 40 years to the United States Postal Service before retiring in 2023. He…

Mark Daniel McCarty (Danny) was born October 9, 1959 to Earl and Louise McCarty and passed away in his sleep on March 6, 2025. His mom nicknamed him Danny and to people outside the immediate family he was Mark. He was living in Little Blue less than one fourth a mile from where his mother…

Gwendolyn Cleasant, 68, transitioned peacefully on February 23, 2025 surrounded by her loving family. Born on June 21, 1956, in Louisville, Kentucky. Known for her generosity, colorful personality, and infectious laughter, Gwendolyn was the heart and soul of her family. A retired Geography Clerk with the U.S. Census Bureau, Gwendolyn enjoyed spending time with her…

Chadwick H. Kelly, 33, passed away on December 20, 2024. Chadwick had a deep love for art, especially graffiti, where his incredible talent earned him a feature in a magazine. He also had a gift for writing, using it as another powerful form of self-expression. Chad was fiercely loyal and deeply loved by those who…

Antonio Albaladejo Negron, 57, of Kansas City, KS passed away March 1, 2025 at Kansas City Hospice House from stage 4 pancreatic cancer. Memorial service was held at 2:00pm, Tuesday, March 4, 2025 at Heartland Cremation & Burial Society. Antonio, also known as Papo was born in Puerto Rico, Corozal on January 8, 1968. He…

Janice McGee, 68, of Winfield, KS passed away February 28, 2025 at KU Medical Center. Memorial services will be held at 11:00am, Friday, March 14, 2025 at Ponca City Church, Ponca City, OK. Janice was born and raised in Ponca City, OK. She was born April 15, 1956. Janice loved spending time with her children,…

Andrew “Andy” Jordan Owens, 62 of Independence, MO. passed away March 3, 2025 at his home surrounded by loved ones. Mr. Owens was born January 6,1963 in Independence, MO. Andy was all about fishing, shooting and hunting. He loved being with his kids, grand babies and friends. Andy is preceded in death by his Mother…

Martin Allen Swinehart, 85, of Lenexa, Kansas passed away peacefully surrounded by his family at Saint Luke’s Hospice House on March 2, 2025. He leaves a legacy of deep faith in God and of unconditional love. Martin was born on February 10, 1940 in Spokane, Washington to Dr. Paul Alpheus Swinehart and Agnes Laura (Ward)…

Michael William Jeffers, 69, of Blue Springs, Missouri, peacefully passed away on March 3, 2025, surrounded by the love and comfort of his family. A proud graduate of William Chrisman High School, Class of 1973, Mike married his high school sweetheart, Teresa Kay Hughes, on February 7, 1975. Together, they built a strong and loving…

Vivian Kay Rowles McGraw, beloved wife, mother, and nana, passed away peacefully on March 1, 2025, at the age of 80, surrounded by the family she adored. Vivian was born in Booneville, MO, on January 23, 1945, and raised in Sedalia, MO. Vivian lived a full life of love and laughter with family & friends.…

July 29, 1969 – February 13, 2025 It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Victor J. Gonzalez, age 55, who left us to be with the lord on February 13th, 2025. Victor was born on July 29th, 1969, to Roman and Herminia Gonzalez. He grew up in Independence Mo. and graduated…

Ruth V. (Shields) Pannell, 78, of Raytown, Missouri passed away February 26th, 2025 at Addington Place in Lee’s Summit, Missouri after fighting a courageous two year battle with lung cancer. Ruth was born on July 15, 1946 in Kansas City, Missouri. She was a beloved mother, daughter, sister, aunt, grandmother and friend. She was known…

Mary Anne Harper, 63, of Lenexa, KS, passed away on February 27th, 2025 at Olathe Hospice House. Mary Anne enjoyed nature, going for walks, bird watching, and her pets. She dedicated her career to teaching elementary school, specifically first grade. Her teaching career touched the lives of many children and families. She was preceded in…

On February 26th, 2025, Bob Null passed from this world into the hands of God. Bob was born on February 25, 1939, in Bonanza, Arkansas, to Ernstine and Parker Null. There he met and married his wife of 66 years, Judy.  They had two children, Robert and Sandra. Their family moved to the Kansas City area…

Charles David Bradshaw, 67, passed away on February 9, 2025, in Raytown, Missouri. Born on April 14, 1957, in Kansas City, Missouri, he lived a life marked by curiosity, dedication, and kindness. David had a wide range of personal and professional passions. Throughout his career he managed several well-known restaurants, including Perkins, Tippins, Roxy’s Diner…

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Steven Alan Gibson of Olathe, Kansas, on February 22, 2025 at the age of 71. Steve will live in our hearts forever. Steve is survived by his wife Sandra (Sandy Streff) Gibson. A love story that has spanned nearly 40 years since their 1985…

Arthur A. Bradley, of Blue Springs, MO passed away February 23, 2025.  Memorial services will be held at 12:00pm, Wednesday, March 12, 2025 at Fleming Hall, Blue Springs, MO.  Arthur was born on February 28, 1966 in Des Moines, Iowa. He graduated from East High in Des Moines, Iowa. Arthur and his family moved to Kansas…

Robert Ernest Wells, Jr “Ernie” February 3, 1950 – February 18, 2025 Ernie was born in Kansas City, Kansas, to Robert Ernest Wells Sr. and Helen Mildred Kolich Wells. At the age of 10, his family moved to Bakersfield, California, where Ernie spent the ensuing years until moving back to Shawnee, Kansas in late 2023.…

Clark V. Townsend, 71 of Garnder, KS passed away peacefully on February 23, 2024 after a short illness. A private family memorial service will be held at a later date. Clark was born in Patterson New Jersey, He worked as a master mechanic in auto repair shops in the Overland Park area. He inherited a…

Doris June Simmons, 73, of Smithville, MO, passed away on February 14, 2025. A funeral service will be held at 1:00 PM on Thursday, February 27, 2025, at Heartland Cremation & Burial Society, 6113 Blue Ridge Blvd, Raytown, MO. A visitation will precede the service at noon. Following the funeral, Doris will be laid to…