Matthew Arkle Norris was born November 7th, 1968 in Shawnee Mission, Kansas. He was the eldest child and only son of Larry and Marla Norris. They, as a family, lived mainly in the Gladstone, Missouri area except for a period of 3 years in San Jose, Costa Rica when he was very young. He had…

Sean Mykel Keith Elder left this world surrounded by his loving family and friends at Wesley Medical Center in Wichita, Kansas. Sean was a great person. He loved his children dearly and the time he spent with them made him the happiest. He was rather accomplished at drawing, and it would make his children’s day…

Anita Maureen Goldsberry, 69, of Independence, Missouri, passed away November 27, 2024 at her home from cancer. Funeral Service will be held at 11:00am Saturday, December 7, 2024 at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, 705 W Walnut St, Independence, MO 64050. Visitation will be held prior to the service at 10:00am.…

Bruce Carl Nickerson was born on November 17th, 1963 in Concord,New Hampshire to Carl and Nancy Nickerson. He is survived by both his parents Carl (Barabra) and Nancy (Follasbee) Kaiser; wife, Sheila (Bennett); step-daughters, Veronica Bennett (Lee Estep) and Jessica Bennett, (Cristian Poli); granddaughter, Daniella Poli; son, Adrik Nickerson (Katherine); daughter, Lydia Altobilis (Tony); sister,…

Paula Carhart of Harrisonville, Missouri peacefully fell asleep in death at her home on November 25, 2024 with her husband at her side. She was born in Italy as Paola Vescovi on January 1, 1946 to Lina and Giuseppe. She emigrated with her family to the United States in 1957 and was raised in the…

Lynn Russell Roth was born into a Kansas farm family on February 26, 1928. The fourth of five children, he grew up milking cows, gathering eggs (he could crawl under the grainary walls to find the hidden nests), finding the new-born baby kittens (and one time, baby skunks), and playing basketball with his older brother.…

Beverly Sue Christopher, a beloved mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully on Thursday, November 21, 2024, at the age of 80. She was surrounded with the love of her family and the compassionate care of One Community Hospice. Beverly was born on February 9, 1944, in Joplin, Missouri to Vestal and Janet Wilson. She…

Connie L. McGinness Green June 5, 1945 – November 24, 2024 Connie L Green, age 79, of Warrensburg, Missouri, died peacefully while surrounded by family. Born June 5, 1945, in Quitman, she was the daughter of Maj. John S. McGinness, US Army Ret., and Freda M. Miller McGinness. She married Roger B. Green in 1968;…

Kevin James O’Dell, 60, passed away on November 24, 2024. He was born to Joy Mullis (Charlie) and Buddy O’Dell in Independence, Missouri. He resided in Oak Grove, Missouri with his family the last 20 years. He is survived by his loving wife, Angie; his sons, Matthew and Chaz (Tiffany), along with his grandsons, Charlie…

Kevin Lee Solomon, a beloved father, grandfather, son, brother, and friend, passed away on November 14, 2024, after a courageous battle. Known for his resilience and strength, Kevin faced life’s challenges head-on, but his heart finally gave out, leading him to the eternal hunting grounds in Heaven. Kevin is survived by his cherished daughter, Josie…

Mrs. Duong Kim Tu, 89 years old of Gladstone, MO., died peacefully on November Monday 18, 2024 after fighting a very courageous battle with illness. Mrs. Duong Kim Tu was born on November 03 rd., 1935 in Vietnam. She was a school teacher before marrying to her husband, Mr. Thoai Kim Nguyen in 1957 and…

Dr. Diane Sue Voss, a devoted physician and cherished mother, passed away peacefully at home on November 22, 2024, surrounded by her loving family and friends. Born on October 29, 1964, in Spanish Lake, Missouri, Diane was the beloved daughter of Joe Lee Voss and Bonnie Lou Voss (Frutiger). From an early age, Diane demonstrated…

It is with great sadness that the family of Misty Trevino (Jett) announce her passing. Misty passed away on November 13, 2024 at the young age of 44. Misty succumbed to complications of a rare condition known as calciphylaxis. She fought vigorously but, was ultimately called home to heaven. Misty is survived by her grandmother,…

Dorothy Victoria (Vicki) Acree, 94, passed away at her home on October 4, 2024. She was preceded in death by her parents, Victor and Mabel Hernandez, brother Harry Hernandez, sister Rose Quijas, her two sons, Paul and Stephen, and her husband Paul Acree. Dorothy will be laid to rest on November 13, 2024 beside her…

Susie Nell Wilson, 86, passed away on Tuesday, November 12, 2024, after a number of health complications following a cancer diagnosis. She passed peacefully in her home of more than 50 years, where she had been surrounded by family and friends. Susie was the center, the rock, the constant for so many – she was…

Anthony James Alaniz, Jr., 32, of Overland Park, KS passed away October 20, 2024 at Midwest Medical Healthcare Research Center. Funeral services will be held from 10am – 12pm, Friday, November 22, 2024 at Heartland Cremation & Burial Society, Raytown, MO. Mr. Alaniz was born December 28, 1991 in Kansas City, KS. In loving memory…

Everett Lee Sapp, 77, of Ashland, Missouri, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, November 19, 2024, at Boone Hospital Center in Columbia, Missouri.  He was the oldest son born to Archilee William Sapp and Betty Jean Sapp (Anderton) on January 18, 1947, in Boone County, Missouri. Everett graduated from Southern Boone County R-1 High School in…

Deborah A. Buxton, 70, of Independence, MO passed away November 14, 2024 at Centerpoint Hospital from natural causes. Deborah was born March 10, 1954 in Kansas City, MO. She was an operator for many years before retiring from AT&T. There will be a private graveside service at a later date.

Amy Elizabeth James, aged 57, passed away on November 16, 2024, in Independence, Missouri. Born on July 10, 1967, Amy was known for her vibrant and spirited personality. Always the life of the party, she was famous for her love of the band Alabama, her sewing, and her unique ability to remember everyone she met.…