Elli Phaedra Tzalopoulou Barnstone passed away peacefully on March 26th, 2025, in Columbia, MO, attended at her bedside by her daughter Aliki, granddaughter Zoë, Visiting Angels, and the loving staff at Cedarhurst. Craig, her son-in-law, had faithfully cared for her for the past decade. She was born June 10th,1924, on the island of Prinkipos near…
David Alan Mattonen, age 67, of Blue Springs, Missouri was called home to be with the Lord on March 29, 2025 at Ignite Medical Resorts – St. Mary’s. David was born the eldest of four children on August 23, 1957 in Virginia, Minnesota to Jack(ie) Marvin Mattonen and Wilma Ruth Boyer. He was preceded in…
Arlene Fern Gerhard Norris August 9, 1932- March 28, 2025 Arlene was born on a farm in Otoe County, Nebraska in the summer of 1932 to Claude and Nola Gerhard. She had two sisters, Janice Gerhard McIntosh and Lila Gerhard Oberle. Arlene graduated from Eagle High School where she played volleyball and was a cheerleader.…
August 8, 1956 – March 29, 2025 Michael Lee Loveall, 68, of Independence, Missouri, passed away on March 29, 2025. He was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, and friend who will be deeply missed. Mike was born on August 8, 1956, to Dorothea and Donald Loveall, who preceded him in death. He spent…
Jan Audre Miller Good, 89 years old, passed away peacefully at St. Luke’s Hospice House on March 29, 2025. Born November 4, 1935, in Independence, Missouri to parents Mel and Lucy Mill. Jan had a special talent for entertaining others with her special sense of humor. She leaves behind the love of her life Roger…
Donald Delbert Young born July 3,1950 is now at peace with Jesus having passed away on March 25, 2025. Don was preceded in death by his father Delbert Young and mother Winifred (Dorman)Young, brother David Young, sisters: Kathy Pfeiler, Sandy Thompson, and Joyce Calvert. Sisters-in-laws: Patty Young and Edie Young and also his little buddy,…
With heavy hearts, we announce that our dad, Joe Rice, has passed peacefully after a 3-year battle with cancer. He passed surrounded by family and faith at his assisted living residence in Overland Park, KS, on Thursday, March 27, 2025, just 1 day short of the anniversary of the death of our mom and his…
Sandra Kay Zeller, 77, of Kansas City, Missouri, passed away peacefully on March 24, 2025 at St. Luke’s Hospice House surrounded by her family. “Sandy” spent more than twenty years as a pharmacy technician in Kansas City before retiring to care for her husband, Bill. Sandy loved to sew clothes for her children and grandchildren.…
Robert McClintock, 87, of Independence, MO, passed away at a local Independence hospital on St. Patrick’s Day, March 17, 2025. Born July 9, 1937, in Kansas City to Arthur and Daisy McClintock. Robert was the first in his family to graduate high school. His love for his family was unwavering. He married Christie Crum on…
Charlette K. (Herndon) Campbell, 81, passed away peacefully at her home in Blue Springs, MO, on Tuesday, March 11, 2025. Born on March 12, 1943, Charlette was the beloved daughter of the late Nelson and Fae (Embree) Herndon. She married David Owen Campbell on March 5, 1978, who preceded her in death on February 17,…
The Amazing Franklin Woodrow Stark, aged 90 years, made it to his final destination when he passed into Heaven on March 9th, 2025. There, he met many who had gone before him, including his two daughters, Connie Stark and Vicki Remington, and his beloved wife, Cora Lue Stark. Between what we imagine are great celebrations…
Larry Benedict, a man who embraced life and cherished the company of his loved ones, passed away peacefully at home, March 16th, 2025. Born on September 30, 1945, to Louis Bradford and Evelyn (Stone) Benedict, Larry lived a life filled with simple joys and meaningful connections. For over 30 years, Larry dedicated his professional life…
Stance Duree, born July 6, 1938, in Leavenworth, Kansas, passed away on February 26, 2025, in Independence, Missouri. Stance built a successful career in sales, beginning with United Insurance Company of America, as a life insurance salesman. Stance’s dedication and skill earned him multiple accolades, including salesman of the month and salesman of the year…
Franklin John Mick, 87, of Louisburg, Kansas, passed away on Saturday, March 22, 2025, surrounded by family. Visitation will be held at 9:30AM, Thursday, Aril 3, 2025, at Immaculate Conception Church, 606 S Elm, Louisburg, KS 66053. Following the visitation will be a Rosary at 10:30AM and Mass at 11:00AM. A private family burial will…
Penny Boden, a beloved mother, grandmother, sister, aunt and friend, passed away peacefully on March 25, 2025, in Columbia, Missouri. She was a longtime resident of Troy, Missouri. Born to Curt and Jane Bennet, Penny was a woman of faith, warmth, and spirited humor. A devoted viewer of Calvary Chapel’s online services, her faith was…
Kenny Sharp Thomas, 78, passed away peacefully at home on March 19, 2025. He is survived by his wife Eileen “Muffin” Thomas; his sons Kelly and Beau; his daughter-in-law Mandy; his grandchildren Reid and Anna; and his sister Margie. Kenny built a successful career in the automobile industry, beginning in the 1970s with Hull-Dobbs in…
Gary Wilson Heater, 84, of Barnett, Missouri, passed away on Saturday, March 22, 2025, at his home, surrounded by his loving wife, family, and friends. A memorial service will be held at the First Baptist Church of Versailles on April 8, with visitation from 9:30 to 11:00 a.m., followed by services at 11:00 a.m. A…
Cynthia Gunderson Hilton, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, educator, and friend, passed away on March 19, 2025, after a five-year battle with Alzheimer’s disease. She was 75 years old. Born on August 12, 1949, Cynthia was a lifelong resident of Raytown, Missouri. She attended school there from kindergarten through high school, graduating from Raytown High School…
Rebecca Ann Wright was born December 13, 1963 in Kansas City Missouri and passed on March 18, 2025 in Grandview MO. She was preceded in death by her mother Judith Bishop and father Howard Foland both of Kansas City, MO along with one niece and one nephew. She is survived by her four children, Dayna…
A Memorial Picnic will take place in Columbia, Missouri on April 5, 2025, 4 pm at the Columbia Farmer’s Market Pavilion in Clary-Shy Park, 1769 W. Ash Street, corner of Clinkscales and Ash. Special thanks to Columbia Farmer’s Market, Columbia Parks and Recreation, the Department of Architectural Studies, and many others for their kind assistance…