Kathleen Childers-Brown, 37, passed away September 9, 2015.  She was born April 7, 1978 in Kansas City, KS.  A celebration of life to honor Kathleen will be held on Saturday, October 3, 2015 at 2:00 PM at Southwest Community Church, 16129 S Lone Elm Rd, Olathe, KS.  Survivors include her mother, Kathy; children, Quentin, Isaiah, Autumn…

Nancy Eleanor Cowdrey, of Columbia, Missouri, died peacefully in her home on September 22, 2015, with family by her side. She was 81 years old. Nancy is survived by her children, Bruce Cowdrey, Dunlap, Illinois; Paula Cowdrey, Bloomington, Illinois; Paige Cowdrey (Cirks), Columbia, Missouri; grandchildren, Tyler Cirks, Overland Park, Kansas; Morgan (Cirks) Sechler, husband Dylan,…

Betty June Grantham, 90, passed away on September 18, 2015 at Seasons Care Center. She was born August 17, 1925 to Ben and Grace Matlock in Springfield, Missouri where she attended SMS, now Missouri State. In high school, she met the feisty love of her life, John Grantham, whom she married on June 12, 1948.…

Dode found her final peace from a courageous battle with pancreatic cancer at home in Raymore, MO on Sept. 18, 2015, her 87th birthday. She was our beloved Mother, Grandmother, Sister, Aunt and Friend. The oldest of four children, Dode was born in 1928 to Raymond O. and Lura Galene Allen in May, OK. Due…

Robert J. (Bob) Johnson, 87, passed away peacefully on September 16, 2015 at the Missouri Veterans Home in Warrensburg. He was born on October 15, 1927 in Sedalia, MO to Rolla and Florence Johnson.  Bob grew up in Boonville, MO and graduated from Boonville High School in 1945.  After high school he enlisted in the U.S. Navy and served on…

Marcella J. Hayes of Kansas City, Missouri entered into rest on September 1, 2015. A celebration of his life will be held on Saturday, September 19, 2015 at the Longview Lake Shelter #5 from 11:00 A.M. to 10:00 P.M.

Sandra Lynn (Thompson) Ingram, 47, passed away September 10, 2015 at home with her husband and one of her closest friends in Kansas City, MO after a long illness. She was born on June 28, 1968 in Springfield, MO, where she grew up and spent most of her life. She graduated from Drury University in…

Patrick J. Rizzo, 63, of Blue Springs, MO passed away September 10, 2015 at his home. A celebration of life will be held from 11 am to 1 pm, Saturday, September 19, 2015 at World Revival Church in Kansas City, MO. Mr. Rizzo was born on May 9, 1952 in Kansas City, MO. Anyone that…

James L. Viani, 82 of Kansas City, Missouri passed away peacefully September 4, 2015 at the Foxwood Springs Alzheimer’s Care Center, Raymore, Missouri with his family at his side.  He will be remembered at a visitation at 1:00 – 2:00 PM, Saturday, September 12, 2015 at First Church of the Nazarene, 119th & State Line…

Charles E. McCracken was born January 16, 1956 in Kansas City, Missouri. He attended the Kansas City Missouri School District. He was previously employed by The Kansas City Club and Dixons Chili Parlor. Charles departed his mortal life on September 5, 2015. His parents Lula McCracken and Willie Hawkins preceded him in death. He leaves…

Theresa Munzuris, 78, went to be with The Lord September 8, 2015 at her home surrounded by her family.  Graveside services will be held 11:00 AM, Friday, September 11, 2015 at Blue Springs Cemetery, Blue Springs, Missouri.  A Celebration of Life will follow at 12:00 PM at Calvary Baptist Church, 900 NW 22nd St, Blue…

Stan was 85, born June 18th, 1930, deceased September 4, 2015. Post High School he was part of the occupation forces in Europe, near Frankfurt, Germany. After his stint in the Army he returned to Memphis, Mo., to marry Evelyn, his wife of 63 years. Following several years of trying his hand at farming, he…

Seth Eugene “Gene” Wright, 85, Gladstone, Missouri, passed away September 7, 2015 at his home surrounded by his loving family and friends.  He was preceded in death by his father, Seth A. Wright and his mother, Ramona Dallas Wright; and his sister, Janet VanCompernolle.  Survivors include his wife, Jennie Wright; son, Lance Wright (DeeDee); grandson,…

Anna Owens, 71, Independence, Missouri passed away September 7, 2015 at her home surrounded by family. Anna was born October 31, 1943 in Kansas City, Missouri to Roy and Jessie (McGee) Warner.  She is preceded in death by; her parents, one brother and two sisters; and daughter, Carol Sharp.  Survivors include; husband of 34 years,…

Timothy Ray Vaughn (66) passed away on August 25th at the VA Hospital in Kansas City, Missouri. He was a Vietnam Veteran. He was a hero in all of our lives after a long fight with cancer. His saying was ” I am not sick, I just have cancer”. Among is favorite pastimes was gardening,…

Teena Marie Townsend, 56, of Aurora Colorado passed away. She was born on December 4, 1958 the oldest of seven children to Willie B. Townsend Sr. and Eugenia Davis. Teena graduated from Westport High School and later went on to Park University. Although, Teena was born and raised in Kansas City, MO, she called Aurora,…

Ruth Yewell, 80, Kansas City, Missouri passed away on August 28, 2015.  She was born on October 25, 1934 in Koshkonong, Missouri.  She was known by many as “Sis”, and to her great grandchildren as “Grandma Donut”.   Ruth was the oldest of three children, and traveled a lot with her family when she was a child.…

Douglas Dale Farris, Jr., 65, of Independence, MO passed away August 15, 2015 at Rosewood Health Center after a long-time illness. Mr. Farris was born June 2, 1950 in Kansas City, MO.  He worked as a driver and mechanic, and was a life-long resident of the Kansas City and Independence, MO area. Doug was preceded…

Harlean Kay “Tiki” Miller, age 77, of Kansas City, Missouri, formerly of Marion, Illinois, passed away at her home surrounded by family on Monday, August 31, 2015, after a short battle with cancer. A visitation will be held from 4:00 – 6:00 PM, Saturday, September 12 followed by a Celebration of Life Service at 6:00 PM to be…