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…

Judith “Judy” Lee Lesh of Independence, Missouri, passed away on Sunday, February 9, 2025, at Centerpoint Hospital with her family by her side. She was born on September 8, 1938, to Monica and Wilbur Blaco. Judy graduated from North Kansas City High School in 1956. On September 12, 1958, she married her high school sweetheart,…

Danielle Maria Nigro, 37 of Shawnee Kansas passed away on February 6, 2025 at home. A celebration of life will be held from 5:30 to 7:30 PM on Thursday, February 27th at the Sylvester Powell Community Center, 6200 Martway Street, Mission, Kansas 66202. Danielle was born February 27, 1987 in Kansas City, Missouri. Danielle was…

Edna Johnson, 95, was born January 12, 1930 to Odle H. And Nora (Pedigo) Frisby in Mammoth Spring, AR. She passed away February 13, 2025 at The Village of Carroll Park in Grandview, MO.  Being born during the Great Depression, Odle and Nora Frisby moved their family several places, including Phoenix, AZ and several small…

Ted Duane Murphy, 98, of Kansas City, MO departed this life peacefully on February 12th, 2025 at Brookdale Wornall Place. Ted was born on May 31, 1926 in Kingsley, IA to Gerald and Fern Murphy. Ted was raised and spent his youth growing up on farms in Iowa and Missouri. In 1943 he joined the…

Deborah Kay Layden, age 69, of Blue Springs, Mo, passed away peacefully on February 13, 2025 at Centerpoint Medical Center. Prior to moving to Blue Springs, MO in 2019, Debbie resided In Lafayette, CO for 16 years. Debbie is survived by her partner, Linda Holmes, and beloved child, Carly Cooper, sister, Beverly Shepherd, sister-in-law Patti…

William Bradford “Brad” Connor, died February 13, 2025 at his home in Tebbetts, Missouri.  He had just celebrated his 88th birthday. Brad was born on February 8, 1937 in Newtonville, Massachusetts.  His parents were Cornelius Clement Connor and Carolyn Sarah McClellan. Brad Graduated from Boston University in 1959 with a major in Latin and Greek and…

​Kevin G. Campbell, 69, of Overland Park, KS passed away January 31, 2025 at home. Services will be held at 12:30pm, Sunday, February 23, 2025 at Santa Fe Towers, Overland Park, KS. Kevin was born on February 23, 1955 in Topeka, KS. He was a happy go lucky kid and always had a smile on…

John Joseph Male, 92, passed away on February 12, 2025. John was born March 10, 1932, to Charles and Kathryn (Massman) Male in Kansas City, Missouri. John was a devoted son, husband, father, grandfather, sibling and friend to many. He graduated from Rockhurst High School in 1949, where he was a member of the state…

Laurie Lee (Leffingwell) Slimane, born November 7, 1953, in Neosho, MO, passed away February 12, 2025, surrounded by her family and loved ones. Laurie was a beloved figure, known for her infectious smile, deep love for theater, cooking, and spending time with her family and friends. She graduated from Leavenworth High School in 1971, earning…

Steven B. Jakobe, 63, of Raytown, MO received his turbo charged angel wings February 12, 2025 at home. A Farewell Service will be held at 3:00pm, Monday, February 17, 2025 at Heartland Cremation and Burial Society, 6113 Blue Ridge Blvd. Raytown, MO. Visitation will be held prior to the Farewell Service at 2:00pm. Dress down…