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…

John Joseph ‘Jack’ Studer, 87, passed away on August 30, 2015 following a courageous, 20 year battle with Parkinson’s Disease.  Jack was born on July 6, 1928 in Kansas City.  He graduated from Central High School in 1947 and attended Kansas City Junior College for one year.  He completed a machinist apprenticeship at S&S Machine Company and…

George F. Huckins, 75, Kansas City, MO passed away due to heart complications on August 28, 2015 at St. Luke’s Hospital in North Kansas City, MO. George was married to Judy Huckins for 54 years. Together, they had two sons and one daughter. A visitation will be held at 1:00 PM on Saturday, September 5,…

Doris R. Jackson, 73 passed away August 29, 2015 at her home surrounded by family.  A visitation will be held 3:00 – 4:00 PM, Tuesday, September 1, 2015 at Heartland Cremation & Burial Society, 6113 Blue Ridge Blvd, Raytown, Missouri.  Funeral services will follow at 4:00 PM. Doris was born February 8, 1942 in Childs,…

William Eugene Lewis, 47, of Columbia passed away August 29, 2015. A private family memorial service will be held. William was born on May 26, 1968 in Shreveport, LA to Robert and Janie (Haynes) Lewis. William was a documentary film producer and editor. Survivors include his wife, Deborah; two children, Elaura and Ripley Lewis both…