Tanya McCracken, age 65, of Grain Valley, MO went home to be with the Lord on Wednesday October 25th, 2023. Tanya was preceded in death by her parents Joyce & Jim Jones, and Don & Frances McCracken. Tanya is survived by: brothers, Donnie & Derek McCracken; sisters, Lisa Cassity & Mellany Accurso;  daughter, Jessica and…

Norman L. Thompson, 87, of New Bloomfield, MO passed away on October 24th, 2023 at his home with his family by his side. Norman was born on February 24, 1936 to Clifford and Mildred Faye (Tracey) Thompson in Tebbetts, MO. He was united in marriage to Mary Jane Cave on May 27th, 1955. Norman was…

Lucy Ann Miller Berry 04/01/1957 – 10/21/2023 Memorial Service: October 26, 2023 @ 11am @ First Presbyterian Church, Lee’s Summit, MO. Lucy was born and raised in Kansas City, MO. Growing up, Lucy enjoyed time with her family, those in Kansas City and those in Mt. Vernon, MO. She frequently told stories to her children…

Carolyn “Sue” Cowart was born on November 18, 1937 to Carlene Boddy and Donald Wayman Tann in Kansas City, Kansas. She passed away peacefully at her home on October 24, 2023. She attended Paseo High School, graduating in 1955. She began working at Southwestern Bell where she met Fred L. Cowart, and they married in…

Iva Jean (Ivy to her friends) was born on December 20, 1949 to Russell and Iva Carter in Warrensburg, Missouri. She passed away peacefully at home on October 22, 2023. She was preceded in death by her mother and father. Iva attended Reese Elementary School and graduated from Lee’s Summit High School in 1968. She started…

MICAH SHANE PATTISON 1979-2023 Micah Shane Pattison, 44, of Kansas City, Missouri, passed away on October 17, 2023, in his hometown. Born on September 9, 1979, in Kansas City, Missouri to Beth (Rowley) & Michael Pattison, Micah was a beloved husband, father, brother, and son. He leaves behind cherished memories and a legacy of kindness…

Richard “Dick” James Sartin, was born on May 12, 1942 in St. Charles, Missouri to Ira Nay and Irene Hope Sartin. Dick’s father was an ironworker and traveled to where the work was, and eventually settled in Independence, Missouri, where Dick later grew up. Dick was a graduate of William Chrisman High School, class of…

(Larry) Clayton Hoover, 75, of Blue Springs, Missouri went to be with his Lord Jesus Christ on Sunday, September 24, 2023 at Research Medical Center. Clayton had grown to love the Word of God, the Bible, and studied for hours to prepare his Sunday School lessons at his church home, Living Stones Church in Blue…

Ivory Joe Thompson Sr., AKA (Smokey), age 72, of Independence Missouri entered God’s Kingdom on October 17th, 2023. He was born in Pierce Texas to Robert and Myrtle Thompson on August 10th, 1951. Ivory was the 4th of 10 children. Ivory had rededicated his life to Christ. He was employed by Polytainer’s in Lee’s Summit…

Dorothy Jeanette Drury (DoDo), age 77, of Oak Grove , Missouri went to be home with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Monday, October 2, 2023. Dorothy was born August 27, 1946 in Kansas City, Missouri to Kenneth and Mary Peachey. She married William (Bill) Dale Drury on March 2. 1966 . Dorothy worked…

Deba (not Debra, Debbie, or any other amalgamation thereof) was born on September 21, 1943 to Ken and Betty Weatherwax in Amarillo, Texas. She passed away on October 4, 2023 in Olathe, Kansas. She lived in Pennsylvania, New York, Louisiana, and Kansas as her father was moved for his work in the Air Force. She…

Mary Kathleen Lindsay (aka Mokie) the daughter of D. Jerome and Susie Weaver Lindsay was born in Emporia, Kansas, November 22, 1947, and passed October 18, 2023, spouse of George A. Harris in Kansas City, Missouri. Raised in Madison in a musical family and being gifted with a beautiful soprano voice, Mary’s youth was filled…

Tamara Yvette Butler, 54, was called home on Oct 7 2023. Tamara loved her family and treated her friends like they were her family.  She was born Sept.6,1969 in Los Angeles CA. Tamara took pride in being a caregiver and a nurse. She was always thinking of others and how she could help them over…

Timothy D. Minnis, 52, of Belton, Missouri passed away on October 4th, 2023 at his home. He was preceded in death by his father, Victor L. Minnis. He is survived by his mother, Rose Ann Minnis, his sister, Tonya L. Olinde , and three nephews, Dillon, Derik, and Dorian. Services will be held at South…

Our dear father sadly passed away on October 14, 2023, at the age of 51. He was a beloved father, son, brother, and grandfather. He was always the life of every party and would do anything to put a smile on anyone’s face. He lived life to the fullest an always made every day count.…

November 2, 1992 –  October 15, 2023 Samantha, beloved mother, daughter, sister, and friend, left an indelible mark on the hearts of everyone who had the privilege of knowing her. Samantha’s life was a testament to love, kindness, and unwavering determination. Her most cherished role was that of a devoted mother to her son, Leland,…

Michael “Mike” B. VanBibber, 64, of Independence Missouri passed away on October 8, 2023. Mike was born August 6, 1959, to Jackie E. VanBibber and Judith C. Siebert (VanBibber) in Independence, Missouri and lived in the area all of his life. He is survived by his two children: Haley and Austin VanBibber, stepchildren Dakota Crawford…

Charles Ross Elam, 85, of Lone Jack, MO passed away October 15, 2023 at Lee’s Summit Medical Center from Lung cancer. Visitation will be held from 10:00am-12:00pm on Thursday, October 19, 2023 at Heartland Cremation and Burial Society, 6113 Blue Ridge Blvd, Raytown, MO 64133. Burial will follow visitation at Brooking Cemetery, Raytown, MO. Charles…

Michael Arthur Gray, 77 of Rocheport, Missouri passed away on October 4, 2023. He was a beloved husband, father, stepfather and Papa who will be deeply missed by all who knew him. Michael was born October 19,1945 in Sherman, Texas to Kathleen Williams and Julius Cesare. He attended the University of Wyoming on a track…