David Neufeld, 63, of Odessa, Missouri, passed away peacefully on August 21, 2025. Born on October 12, 1961, in Michigan, David was the beloved son of Joseph and Mary Neufeld. A natural storyteller with a quick wit, David had a gift for bringing smiles and laughter to those around him. He was the family jokester—the…

Dixie Lee Flaigle, age 83, of Blue Springs, Missouri, passed away peacefully on August 21, 2025. Born on February 20, 1942, Dixie grew up in Kansas City and graduated from Southeast High School in 1960. In 1962, she married her high school sweetheart, Steven Flaigle, and together they built a loving family, raising two children.…

Michael “Mike” Douglas Kay passed away peacefully on August 2, 2025, at Boone Hospital Center in Columbia, Missouri, surrounded by his family. Mike was born on November 5, 1956, in Houston, Texas, to Raymond Lee and Mary “June” Kay. He was preceded in death by his parents and his sister, Patty “Ann” Scantling. He is…

Judith Ann Jewell, 85, passed away on August 17, 2025, in Camdenton, Missouri. Born on April 17, 1940, Judith dedicated her life to education, earning a master’s degree and devoting her entire career to teaching special education. Her commitment to helping others shaped the lives of many students and families throughout the years. A woman…

May 28, 1934 – July 12, 2025 Jerry Lynn Robins passed away on July 12,2025 at home surrounded by his wife Linda and kids Gina and Kevin. He was born on May 28,1934 in Hoxie Arkansas to Clay and Eula Robins. He was the oldest child with 4 brothers and one sister. He was drafted…

Alma “Renee Ambler” Garrison, 77, passed away peacefully August 10, 2025 surrounded by her loving family. Alma was born November 4, 1947 in Kansas City, Missouri. As a teenager she did bicycle delivery at the store her father owned, Hardesty Market. She graduated from Northeast High School and was an active member at Oakley United…

Eric D Spicer, 67, of Belton, Missouri passed away August 17th, 2025 peacefully at home. Visitation will be held at 2pm and Funeral services will start at 3pm Friday, August 29, 2025 at Heartland Cremation & Burial Society, 6113 Blue Ridge Blvd. Raytown, Missouri. Eric was born October 18th, 1958, in Milwaukee Wisconsin. He was…

In Loving Memory Leandra Sue Jacobs August 28, 1951 – August 17, 2025 Leandra Sue Jacobs, lovingly known as Sue, passed away peacefully on August 17, 2025, just shy of her 74th birthday. Born on August 28, 1951, in Kearney, Nebraska, Sue made her home in Norton, Kansas, where she devoted her life to her…

Thomas James Sutton, 29, of Springfield, Missouri, passed away unexpectedly on August 12th, 2025. Thomas was known for his sense of humor and had a deep love for music. Though life brought its share of challenges, Thomas leaves behind memories that will be held close by those who knew him. Thomas is survived by his…

Sandra Mullis Avery, cherished wife, mother, educator and musician, passed away peacefully on August 12, 2025, at the age of 73. Born on March 14, 1952, in Charlotte, North Carolina, she spent the majority of her life in the Queen City before moving to Excelsior Springs, Missouri, where she made her home in recent years.…

Sharon Kay Block, 79, of Bellevue, NE left her earthly home peacefully in her sleep on August 14, 2025, at the home of her loving daughter and son-in-law. Sharon was born in Kansas City, MO, the fifth child and third daughter of Verner Wayne and Gladys (Koehler) Morris. Sharon was a shy child but enjoyed…

Michael D. Newlon, beloved husband, father, grandfather, and great grandfather, passed away July 31, 2025 at the age of 84.  He was preceded in death by his parents, Walter and Elizabeth Newlon, and his sister, Mary Jo Clark.  Mike was born in Omaha, NE and moved to Kansas City, KS at the age of 10. …

Vickie Louise Davis of Kansas City, MO, was a beloved mother, daughter, and sister who passed away on August 7, 2025. Vickie was born on October 23, 1959, in Kansas City, Missouri. Vickie was the cherished daughter of Esque and Vernita Martin. Vickie was the youngest child of this union. Vickie was baptized at St.…

Robert N Darby, 71, of Leavenworth, KS passed away August 9, 2025. Committal service will take place at 9am, Friday, August 22, 2025 at Leavenworth National Cemetery, 150 Muncie Rd. Leavenworth, KS. Robert was born March 9, 1954 in Bristol, England. Robert proudly served in the U.S. Navy and was based in San Diego, California.…

Dennis William Franklin, 72, passed away peacefully at home on August 13th, 2025, after a heroic battle with cancer. Dennis was a loving and devoted husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather whose presence will be deeply missed. He is survived by his wife Karen, of 48 years, 2  daughters Tina & Amanda (Mike) 2 grandchildren Destiny…

Raeann Fiedler Lenzini, age 88, passed away in Columbia, Missouri, on Thursday, August 7, 2025, from complications related to end-stage kidney disease. Raeann was born March 9, 1937, to Bernard Marvin Fiedler and Thelma Beatrice Holman Fiedler in Los Angeles, California.  The family moved from Los Angeles back to Bevier, Missouri, in 1938, and later…

Lavonna “Vonnie” Irene Niederwimmer, 87, went home to be with the Lord on Sunday, August 10, 2025. Born on February 26, 1938, to Herbert and Beatrice Rindt, Vonnie grew up in Herington, Kansas, alongside her siblings Ralph, Judy, and Sharon. She graduated from St. Luke’s Nursing School in 1959, the same year she married the…

John “Jack” Augustus Jarrett was diagnosed with multiple myeloma in the spring of 2023. He suspended the treatments in April of 2025. He died peacefully on the morning of Friday August 8th, 2025 three days before his 79th birthday. Jack is preceded in death by his parents and younger sister, Joan Ellen How (Jarrett) of…

John E. Nigro, II, 76, of Shawnee, Kansas, passed away on August 8, 2025. A Celebration of Life will be held at 1pm, Saturday, August 16, 2025 at Shawnee Mission Unitarian Universalist Church, 9400 Pflumm Rd, Lenexa, Kansas 66215. There will be a reception immediately following the service. Memorial contributions may be made to The…

“Precious jewel, you glowed, you shone, reflecting on all good things in the world.” – Maya Angelou A glorious soul, Larry Gregg, reached the end of his life suddenly at his home in Kansas City, on June 2, 2025. Born on February 25, 1943, the world was gifted with a life that would be well…