Kenneth William “KW/Ken” Smith, 52, of Independence, MO died April 7, 2026, at his home. He was born in Sedalia, Missouri on May 8, 1973, to Max Alvin Smith and Eunice Lillian (Hudson) Smith. Ken graduated in 1991 from Smithton R-VI High School in Smithton, Missouri where he was known for his love of writing…

Karen Lynn Williams, 57, of Lee’s Summit, Missouri, passed away peacefully on April 15, 2026, surrounded by her loving family. Born on September 6, 1968, in Kansas City, Missouri, Karen was the daughter of Robert W. Hill and Donamae E. Rebman. She earned her Bachelor’s degree in Business and Marketing from Missouri Western and went…

Charles “Chuck” David Menke, 77, surrounded by his wife and children, peacefully passed away on Saturday, April 25, 2026, at his home in Columbia, Missouri. Chuck was born to Frederick and Jeanette Menke on May 13, 1948. He grew up in Sheboygan, Wisconsin, with his younger brother, Mark. His childhood in Sheboygan helped foster his…

Patricia Pariset, a loving mother, grandmother and cherished friend, passed away on 3/11/26 at the age of 86 She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Donald Pariset, parents Ruth and Robert Johnston and her cherished dog Toby. She will be deeply missed by her children, Michelle and John Anderson of Overland park Kansas, Melissa and Jason Cetak…

Dean Randall Moser, of Belton, MO, entered the world on March 27th,1956 in Reading, PA as a remarkable 11-pound baby, and from that point on, never stopped making an impression on the world around him. He left us unexpectedly in the early hours of April 25th, 2026, and while his absence leaves an irreparable hole…

Betty Herberger, age 97, of Kansas City, Missouri , passed away peacefully on 04/25/2026 from Heart failure. Born on 06/05/1928 in Waverly, Missouri. A graveside service will be held 10:30 AM, Saturday, May 2, 2026 at Oak Hill Cemetery, Carrollton, Missouri.   Betty Catherine Fuller Herberger, 97, of Carrollton, Missouri, passed away peacefully surrounded by the love of…

John Barry Markway, age 59, of Tebbetts Missouri , passed away peacefully on April 21, 2026 from pancreatic cancer. Born on July 15, 1966 in Jefferson city. John passed away peacefully at his home surrounded by loved ones. Was born to Marcellus and Pauline Markway. Married to Lisa Markway on October 18 1992 in Jefferson…

In Loving Memory of Maxine Ann Noffke January 3, 1926 – April 18, 2026 Maxine Ann Noffke, age 100, passed away peacefully on April 18, 2026, leaving behind a legacy of beauty, faith, generosity, and unforgettable love. Maxine was truly one of a kind—elegant, radiant, and full of life. Known as the best grandmother anyone…

John Graham, 64, of Kansas City, MO passed away peacefully on April 19, 2026. John will be remembered for his sharp sense of humor, his deep knowledge of cars, and his remarkable ability to fix just about anything that was broken. Whether it was an engine, a household repair, or lending a helping hand, he…

Angela Rachelle “Angel” Taylor, age 54, passed away on April 20, 2026, at Capital Region Medical Center, surrounded by her loved ones. Angel fought a courageous battle with Peritoneal Carcinomatosis, a rare form of cancer. Angel was born on October 7, 1971, in Jefferson City, Missouri, to the late Terrance “Terry” Taylor and Denise VanOsdol…

Patricia Hamp, 70, of Raytown, Missouri, passed away on April 18, 2026. She was born on September 3, 1955, in Missoula, Montana. Patricia was a woman whose strength was quiet but unwavering, loving, caring, and giving without ever expecting anything in return. Her door was always open, and no one who came to her in…

George Kilian Werner Jr, 73, passed away April 21, 2026. He was born July 8, 1952. He was preceded in death by his Wife, Elizabeth Ann (Constable) Werner. He is survived by his sons Neil Harris Werner & Grant Killian Werner, Daughter in law Kelly Werner, & Grandson Graham Neilson Werner.

Linda F. Crabtree, Ph.D., 86, passed away at home in Raytown on April 13, 2026, with her husband and daughter by her side. Linda was a woman of grace, strength, and quiet kindness. She carried herself with the kind of class and manners that made everyone around her feel respected and at ease. She was…

Our beloved Mother Lois Jean (Green) Postlethwait (92) of Sibley, MO passed away March 24th, 2026 surrounded by love with her children at her side. She was born August 12th, 1933 to Ralph and Matilda Green in Detroit, MI. She graduated from Detroit Denby High School and also attended Graceland College in Lamoni, IA. Lois’…

John Giggar, 71, of Independence, MO passed away peacefully on March 28, 2026. He was born on May 22, 1954 in Maryville, MO. John Giggar grew up in Conception, MO and then lived in Independence, MO. He is preceded in death by parents; brothers, Jim and Charles and sisters, Linda and Joann. He is survived…

On April 11th, 2026, Constance “Connie” Mastrobuono left this earth to join her beloved siblings in heaven. She was born May 12th, 1949 to the proud late George Thomas Williams, and Althea Myrtle Buchanan, in Jacksonville, FL.  Connie’s greatest joy in life was her family. She deeply loved her two sons; Nicholas Ucci and John…

Sheila D. Thompson, 64, of Kansas City, Kansas, passed away peacefully at home on April 11, 2016. Born on October 26, 1962, in Kansas City, Missouri, Sheila lived a life defined by compassion, resilience, and deep devotion to her family. She dedicated over 30 years of her life to nursing, where she touched countless lives…

Mary Lou DeCaigney, 94, of Independence, Missouri passed away April 7, 2026. She was born July 13, 1932, in Kansas City, Missouri, to James and Lorena Stuckley. Mary retired with 15+ years civilian service with the Marine Corps Finance Center of Kansas City, Missouri. Mary Lou is preceded in death by her parents, two brothers…

Rea Earleen “Realeen” Duncan, of Kansas City, MO, passed away peacefully on April 13, 2026, at the age of 84. She was born on August 10, 1941, in Oakland, CA, to Earl and Lolita, both of whom have preceded her in death. Rea is survived by her beloved husband, Joseph Duncan; brother, Earl “Corky”; daughters…