Obituaries

Carol Lee Thompson

Carol Lee Thompson, 71, of Blue Springs, MO, passed away December 16, 2021. Carol is currently in the care of Heartland Cremation and Burial Society. A Celebration of Life will take place Monday, December 27th from 11:00 AM ~ 12:00 PM at Heartland Cremation and Burial Society. 6113 Blue Ridge Blvd. Raytown, MO 64133.

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Catherine Anne Schultz Kutz

Catherine Anne Schultz Kutz passed from this life today, December 19, 2021, 16 days short of her 72nd birthday. She was an amazingly versatile watercolor artist and a lover, feeder, caretaker of birds. Catherine suffered constant pain and disability throughout her life. Yet she struggled to overcome and she shined her light brightly and defiantly.…

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James Frank Rogers

James “Jim” Frank Rogers, 77, of Columbia, Missouri, passed away 11 December 2021, at University of Missouri Hospital.  He was born February 15, 1944 in Hastings, Michigan to Paul and Nina Rogers.   He married his loving wife Lawanda in Eureka Springs, Arkansas in 1995 and she continues to live in the house Jim built,…

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Mildred “Milly” P. Jokerst

Mildred “Milly” P. Jokerst, 85, of Marshall, MO passed away December 14, 2021. Memorial services will take place at a later date at Mt. Washington Forever Cemetery, Independence, MO. Milly was born January 5, 1936 in Detroit, Michigan. She enjoyed gardening, cooking, and needle-work. Milly also enjoyed shopping, coffee with friends, and helping others. Survivors include:3 children: Ellen…

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William Leo Pflieger

William Leo Pflieger, 89, of Ashland, Missouri, passed away December 15, 2021. He was born October 26, 1932 in Ohio. William was a Korean War veteran and was married to Jo (Osborne) Pflieger. He received a doctorate in ichthyology and worked for many years as a fishery biologist for the Missouri Department of Conservation. He…

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Jenna Lin Garrett

Sweet Jenna was lifted to a higher place on December 14, 2021, at 9:22 am.  Due to complications from Covid 19 at Research Medical Center, KCMO. Graveside Services at Mt. Olivet Cemetery, 7601 Blue Ridge Blvd, Raytown, MO. 64138 “The Crucifixion Garden” December 20th at 1:00pm Jenna was born on March 18th, 2003, in Wichita…

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Margaret Ann “Maggie” Sellars

Margaret Ann Sellars (“Maggie”), 67, of Independence, Missouri, passed away December 10, 2021. She was born November 29, 1954 to Mark Robert and Esther Elizabeth Sellars in Kansas City, Missouri. Margaret was a vivacious, stubborn lady who made everyone feel comfortable in her presence and loved to have a good time. She fiercely loved her…

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Juanita P. Athenas

Juanita P. Athenas, 96, of Kansas City, MO passed away on December 8, 2021.  Services for her will be held at Heartland Cremation & Burial Society on Friday, December 17, 2021.  The visitation begins at 1pm and the funeral service begins at 2pm. JUANITA ATHENAS LIVE STREAM LINK Juanita was born on December 12, 1924…

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Carol Jean McGinnis

Carol Jean McGinnis, 55, Raytown, Missouri went to be with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, December 10, 2021.  A visitation will be held 10:00 – 11:00 AM, Friday, December 17, 2021, at Heartland Cremation & Burial Society, 6113 Blue Ridge Blvd, Raytown, Missouri 64133.  Funeral services will follow at 11:00 at Heartland Cremation & Burial…

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Beverly A. Shadwick

Beverly A. Shadwick, 77, of Boonville, Missouri passed away surrounded by her family Thursday, December 9, 2021 at home. A celebration of life will be held at a later date. Beverly A. Shadwick was born April 25, 1944, the daughter of Walter and Leona Johns. Beverly worked as a CNA most of her adult life…

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