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…