Joanne, 87, Independence, MO, local Historian and Author, passed away at her home on January 25, 2022. Joanne was born October 26, 1934, on her Grandparent Chiles’ farm in LaRussell, MO, to Frank Perrin Chiles and Susan Emaline Webb Chiles,. Graduating from William Chrisman High School in 1952, she attended Park College in Parkville, MO.…

On January 21st, 2022, Mary Elyta Gray, 61 of Kansas City, Mo; Went into the Lord’s arms surrounded by her loving family; Her husband William Gray Sr. of 44 years. A loving mother to daughter Tiffany Herrera and significant other of Kansas City. Son William Gray Jr. (Frankie), and spouse Rachelle Morales, of Independence, MO.…

Robert N. Gonzalez of Independence, MO passed away January 23, 2022 at St. Luke’s East Hospital. A Memorial Service will held at 11:00 AM, Saturday February 5th, 2022 at Vision Church KC, 23300 NW Pink Hill Rd, Blue Springs, MO 64015. Robert “Navar” had many talents. He loved to cook, dance, sing and especially loved…

Doug Whitcraft, 63, of La Cygne, Kansas, entered Heaven’s gates on the evening of Sunday, January 16, 2022, while in the Hospice House in Olathe, Kansas with his loving family by his side having attained the age of sixty-three.   Visitation will be held on Saturday, February 5, 2022, from 10:00 a.m. until time of…

Randel Smith 63, of Independence, Missouri passed away at home on January 23, 2022. Born on 12-1-1958 to Joseph D and Mildred B Smith (Pogonowski). He is preceded in death by his parents, brother Clayton W. Smith, son Clayton (CJ) Smith. He is survived by his wife Kathy, daughter Kimberly, partner Lucas Andrus, stepson Jake…

We take joy in the fact that our mom/grandma, Patricia Ann (Smith) Briggs went to rest in the arms of her precious Savior, and to be with her loving husband, who has been waiting these many years for their heavenly reunion. Though we already miss her terribly, we know that Mom has been looking forward…

Humberto Hernandez Vasquez, 59 of Kansas City, Missouri passed away on January 9th, 2022 at Truman Medical from Covid complications. Services will be held at Heartland Cremation and Burial Society  (6113 Blue Ridge Blvd. Raytown, MO 64133) on Friday the 21st, 2022. Visitation will be from 5:00 PM to 6:30 PM. A Memorial Service will…

Melody A. Mayhugh, 62, Kansas City, Missouri passed away January 17, 2022. A memorial gathering will be held from 2:00 ~ 4:00 PM on Saturday, January 29, 2022 at Heartland, 6113 Blue Ridge Blvd., Raytown, Missouri 64133. Melody was born July 21, 1959 in Kansas City, Missouri to Robert and Betty Brennan. She is preceded…

Gerald Eugene Pemberton, 78, Odessa, died January 19, 2022, at his home. Born January 11th, 1944, in Buckner, Missouri, he was the son of Thomas and Julia Pemberton.  He was a 1962 graduate of Fort Osage High School. On May 1st, 1964, he married Peggy Lee Taylor.  They moved to Odessa in 1971 where he…

Larry “Big Dog” Johnson, 68, of Lenexa, KS passed away on January 9, 2022 at Olathe Health Hospice House. Larry (Lawrence Arthur), was born in Kanas City, MO on August 4, 1953, the oldest child of Howard and Joan Johnson. He attended Shawnee Mission Northwest and The University of Kansas, home to his beloved Jayhawks.…

Daniel Winsor, 72, of Raytown, MO passed away on January 15, 2022.  A Celebration of Life will be scheduled at a later date. Daniel was born on May 16, 1949 in Kansas City, MO.  He loved the outdoors, especially the lake.  He also loved smoking meat and spending time with his family. He is preceded…

Wendell Higgins Benton, age 95, of Lee’s Summit, Missouri, passed away peacefully on Monday, January 17, 2022. Visitation will be held Saturday, 10:00 am – 11:00 am, January 22, 2022 at Lee’s Summit Christian Church, 800 N.E. Tudor, Lee’s Summit, MO 64086 with a Celebration of Life to follow at 11:00 am at Lee’s Summit…

Lucy Luce (nee Morse) born 9/20/1950 passed away peacefully at the KC Hospice House on 1/13/2022. She was listening to the Rosary and holding the hand of her beloved granddaughter, Emmi-Jean. She was 71 years old. Lucy, a born renegade, had a fun sense of humor and a knack for education. After graduating from Avila…

Franklin Eugene Schmidt passed away January 12, in his home. Frank was born on June 22, 1969 in Santiago, Chile. He and his family moved to the United States in 1971. Frank graduated from Ruskin High School in 1987 and started college in Columbia, MO at Missouri University. He then moved to San Francisco to continue his education and…

Edward Lee Davenport, 76, resident of Lee’s Summit, Missouri, passed away on January 12 due to natural causes. Ed was born November 18 to Clarence Davenport and Sally Silvey in Kansas City, Missouri. After graduating from William Chrisman High School, Ed joined the US Marine Corps. After serving his country, Ed was hired by Quantel,…

Dianne C. Bolcar, 73, of Lee’s Summit MO passed away on January 10, 2022.  A memorial gathering will be held at 10am on Thursday, January 20th, 2022 at Heartland Cremation & Burial Society in Raytown, MO. Dianne was born on August 22, 1948 in Chico, CA.  She was everyone’s mom and that is why she…

Raymond Emrich Brooks, 81, of Raytown, Missouri, passed away January 15th, 2022. Mr. Brooks was born March 17th, 1940, in Kansas City, Missouri to parents Raymond A. Brooks and Mary Louise Brooks. Raymond was a Navy Veteran who worked and retired from Kenworth and Dart Truck Company as an Assembler and Mechanic. Not only was…