Sarah L. Phillips, 79, went to be with the Lord, her beloved (Andrew) Paul of 51 years of marriage, and so many others that have gone before her, peacefully on May 14, 2012. She was born and raised in Warrensburg, MO, the oldest child of Ernest and Fannie Regers. She had one sibling Richard Lee…

Donald Lee Spencer, 79, Kansas City, MO passed away April 30, 2012.  He was born September 5, 1932 in Earlsboro, OK to Wesley and Louise Spencer.  Donald was a United States Air Force veteran who will be greatly missed by his loving family and everyone who knew and loved him.  Cremation will take place.  Services…

Jackie Sherman Robertson, 57, Osage City, KS passed away April 29, 2012 at the VA Medical Center in Topeka, KS.  Jackie was born March 14, 1955 in Hutchison, KS to John W. and Shirley R. Robertson.  Jackie will be greatly missed by his loving family and friends.  Cremation will take place.  Services have not been…

Richard S. Waldron, passed April 28, 2012, age 58. He served from 1971 to 1973 in Vietnam. He lives on by his wife, Debra Waldron, 8 kids, and 14 grandkids. Services will be held May 3, 2012 at Praise & Worship Chapel from 1-3 p.m. at 300 Blue Ridge Blvd., Independence, MO.

Violet “Vi” Christian Hampton, 77, passed away at home the morning of May 5, 2012, surrounded by her loving husband of 60 years, Claude, their daughter, Cheri, and their grandchildren Eric and Nicole.  Born in Tazewell County, VA on August 29, 1934, Vi grew up in Cedar Bluff, VA, graduating from Richlands High School in…

CATHERINE E. MUELLER Catherine E. Mueller, passed away May 6, 2012. A Memorial Mass will be held 1 pm Thursday May 10th at St Mark’s Catholic Church, 3736 S. Lee’s Summit Rd, Independence, MO. Cathy  was born October 27, 1946 in St Louis, MO to Clement R. and Edith C. Mueller. She was preceded in death…

Sarah “Pat” Davidson Techentien passed peacefully in her sleep the morning of May 6, 2012, surrounded by her loving husband of 60 years, Don Techentien and their two children, Gary and Sue.  Born in Levi, West Virginia on June 15, 1928, Pat grew up in Saginaw, Michigan, graduating from Arthur Hill High School in 1947. …

Gregory McSwain, 53, of Columbia, Missouri, died Friday, May 4, 2012 at the University Hospital. Greg was born on April 25, 1959 in Laurel Mississippi, the son of Martha Gay and stepson of the late Earl Gay, Jr. Greg attended Jefferson City High school and later received his GED. He was united in marriage with…

Linda Lou Johnson, 52 of Grandview MO Went to be with our Lord and Savior on May 3, 2012 after her courageous battle with Breast Cancer. Linda Was Born April 29, 1960 to Lloyd and Valda (Ann) Johnson in San Antonio, TX. Celebration of Life will be on Thursday May 10, 2012 at 7:00pm. Belvidere…

Pamela Sanchez, 61, Independence, Missouri passed away at her home on April 27, 2012.  A visitation to remember her life will be held 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM, Friday, May 4, 2012 at Heartland Cremation & Burial Society, 6113 Blue Ridge Blvd, Raytown, Missouri.  Graveside services will be held 11:30 AM, Friday following the visitation…

  Edna Mae Hartsell Shaw, 92, Kansas City, MO passed away Saturday, April 21, 2012.  Visitation will be held1-2 PM, Saturday, May 12, 2012 at Blue Ridge Presbyterian Church, 6429 Blue Ridge Blvd, Raytown, MO 64133 with Memorial services to follow 2PM at the church. Mrs. Shaw was born to James H. and Edna P.…

Danny Payne, 74, Drexel, MO passed away April 28, 2012 at home.  A memorial service will be held 1PM, Tuesday, May 1, 2012 at Cross Point Assembly of God, Paola, KS.  Mr. Payne was born September 23, 1937 in Kansas City, Missouri.  Danny was a Kansas City MO Firefighter.  He is survived by; wife, Diane;…

Larry Woolworth, 55, Raytown, MO passed away April 28, 2012.  Military graveside services will be held 3PM, Friday, May 4, 2012 at Missouri Veterans Cemetery, 20109 Business Hwy 13, Higginsville, MO.  Larry was born March 20, 1957 in KC, MO.  He grew up in Kansas City where he became an Eagle Scout and was on…

Helen Katherine Steinmann (nee Arras), 94, of Waterloo, IL died April 23, 2012 in Columbia, MO.  Helen was born July 20, 1917, daughter of the late Christian and Dena (Hauptfleisch) Arras.  She was married to the late Harry E. Steinmann.  Survivors include her children Carol Walsh, William Steinmann, Noel Steinmann, and grandchildren Kevin, Krystal, Tiffany…

Robert Adair, 68, Independence, MO, passed away April 18, 2012 at Independence Manor. A military Grave Side Service will be held at noon on Friday, May 4, 2012, at The Missouri State Cemetery in Higginsville, MO.

Clint Palone, 66, Gladstone, MO, passed away April 25, 2012 at The Kansas City Veterans Hospital. Clint was a lifelong resident of Kansas City, he was a disabled American veteran, serving his country during the Vietnam War as a member of the U.S. Navy.  Clint was preceded in death by his parents Gene and Jean…

Dwight Richard Henson, 55, Raytown, MO passed away April 13, 2012.  He was born June 10, 1956 in Aurora, CO to Jerald and Orpha Henson.  He will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved him.  Services have not been planned at this time.

Daniel Epping, 64, Riverside, MO, passed away April 16, 2012 at The Kansas City VA Hospital. He was born September 25, 1947 in Inyokern, CA to Kenneth and Dorothy Epping.  Daniel will be missed by all who knew and loved him.  No services are planned at this time.