Amy Darlene Harden, 49 of Kansas City, passed away on January 30, 2024, at her home. Amy was born on December 11,1974 in Independence to parents Russell and Linda (Harr) Harden. Though she was quiet and reserved most of the time, Amy had a good heart and was always available to help a neighbor in…

Resident of Independence, Missouri, our beloved Wayne passed away February 2, 2024. He leaves behind his loving grandmother Christine; mother Estrella; father Wayne Russell, Sr.; sister Angela; brothers William and Wesley; Marlene Ruiz; sons Raymond and Ethan Dennis, along with aunt, uncles, nieces, nephews and cousins who will miss Wayne so much. Words can not…

Joanne “Darlene” Friye, 77, of Kansas City, Missouri, formerly of Philadelphia, Missouri, passed away at 6:54 p.m., Monday, February 5, 2024, at Seasons Memory Care in Kansas City, Missouri. A funeral service will be held at 10 a.m., Thursday, February 15, 2024, at Lewis Brothers Funeral Chapel in Palmyra, Missouri. Burial will be at Greenwood…

Charles “Mike” Michael Bobbitt, passed away February 5th, 2024.  A visitation will be held 3:00 – 4:00 PM, Monday, February 12th, 2024 at The Gathering at Noland Road, Independence, MO.  Funeral services will follow at 4:00 PM.  Memorial contributions may be made to Second Mile Ministries http://www.secondmileministries.com Mike was born November 19, 1943, son of…

Sherry Lee Chrisco, 81, peacefully passed at University Health Center in Kansas City, Missouri on January 20th, 2024.  Sherry was born August 16th, 1942, in Kansas City Missouri.   She married Darrell Chrisco in February of 1967.  They enjoyed traveling together and frequent visits with family. Sherry is preceded in death by her husband of 35 years, Darrell Chrisco.…

George “Georgy” Lipták, 86, died Wednesday January 24th, 2024, in Olathe, Kansas after fighting Parkisonson’s for many years. George was born on August 26th, 1937, in Budapest, Hungary. His passion for soccer led him to be a professional soccer player at the age of sixteen (16) playing in Europe for the Belgium league, RFC Lüttic,…

Sussanne Nell Denham Small, RN, 76, passed away comfortably in her sleep with her family looking after her on January 24, 2024.  A Celebration of Life will be held at 2:00pm, February 17, 2024 at Maywood Baptist Church in Independence, Missouri. Sussanne was born August 17, 1947 to Raymond Denham and Nancy Lee Harris. She…

Scott Edward Wilkes, 60, of Warrensburg, Missouri, formally of Crocker, Missouri passed away on Saturday, February 3, 2024 at Country Club Rehab & Healthcare Center in Warrensburg, Missouri. He was born in Waynesville, Missouri on March 30, 1963 to Snowden and Cheryl (Bruce) Wilkes. He graduated from Crocker High School with the Class of 1981.…

Our dear mother Amy Oberg sadly passed away on Feb 3, 2024, at the age of 85 after a short battle with cancer. She was a wonderful mother who was always there when we needed her. Her family was the most important to her. When you would ask her about her grandchildren and great grandchildren…

Ronnie Eugene Gibson, 51 of Raytown, Missouri passed away Wednesday, January 31, 2024 in a horrific car accident shattering and forever changing the lives of his family. Ronnie E. Gibson was born April 2, 1972 in Kansas City, Missouri. Growing up in Raytown, Missouri with his father Jack E. Gibson, mother Dorothy Gibson (Lute), along…

We are devastated to announce the passing of John Eric Templeton, 56, of Columbia, Missouri.  John left us on February 5, 2024, after a valiant battle with Pancreatic Cancer.  John was the most-gentle soul, the kindest, smartest man who ever lived.  John was born on December 26, 1967 in Hutchinson, Minnesota to Robert Lee Templeton…

Kenneth Robert Williamsen (Ken), age 83, passed from this world on January 31, 2024 while in the arms of his son Michael, after a month-long battle with stage four cancer. He was cared for at his home by his family during his final weeks. Ken was born August 25, 1940 in Chicago Illinois to Helen…

Donna Faye Lewis (Kerr) was born on June 18th, 1953 in Oakland, CA to Stanford and Vera Kerr. She was raised alone by her father along with her brother and sister until he remarried in 1972. In 1971 and 1974 she gave birth to her daughter and son, both whom she loved unconditionally. She was…

Robert (Bob) Lee Bice, 93, passed away peacefully on January 29, 2024. He is survived by his four children, Michele Cole, Greg Bice, Robert Bice II and Patricia Bice, seven grandchildren, four great grandchildren and many nephews and nieces. Born in Sapulpa, Oklahoma to Kenneth and Elizabeth Bice. He was one of five children: Sonny,…

Marjorie Ann Taylor, 87, of Independence, MO, passed away on January 21, 2024, at home. Memorial services will be held at 10 am, Sunday, Feb. 4th, 2024 at Assemble Yourselves Together Ministries 1706 N Jennings Rd, Independence, MO 64058. Margie was a nurse, EMT and safety officer, but best of all a mom. She liked…

David Eugene Logan, 76, of Raytown, MO passed away January 27, 2024 at home. Graveside services will be held at a future date. David was born July 18. 1947 in Kansas City, MO. He graduated from Raytown South  High (2nd senior class graduate). He enjoyed Auto Shop and Art. He created and refined a character “Ratfink” which…

Shanna Zappa, born on July 6, 1974, at the University of Kansas Medical Center, peacefully passed away on December 10th, 2023, after a courageous battle against colon cancer. Shanna had a deep love for all animals, with a special fondness for dogs. Her compassion extended beyond words, leaving an enduring impact on those fortunate enough…

Charles Kenneth Kincaid, 70, of Independence, Missouri passed away January 22, 2024. Memorial Services will be held at 2pm, Saturday, February 24, 2024 at Beacon Heights Community of Christ, 19402 E. Holke Road in Independence. Visitation will be at 1pm at the church and a reception will follow the service. Mr. Kincaid was born September…

Dorothy Ann Kelley passed away on January 25, 2024. She was born September 14, 1958 in California. Later in life she moved to Missouri. Dorothy was preceded in death by her parents. Survivors include her son James Elden Conner, daughter Sarah Ellen and a grandson. Visitation will be 2pm, followed by a Celebration of Life…