Kathy Kurz, age 63, of Raytown, Missouri, passed away peacefully on December 24, 2025, at St. Luke’s Hospital in Kansas City following a short but intense battle with aggressive cancer. Kathy was born on December 9, 1962, at St. Luke’s Hospital in Kansas City, Missouri, to Norman and Jackie Kurz. She was the eldest of…

Virginia Kay Brandes, 71, of Columbia, Missouri, passed away on December 28, 2025, at the University of Missouri Hospital, surrounded by the love of her family and friends. Virginia lived her life boldly—always testing boundaries, full of humor, and overflowing with love. She had a spirit that could not be contained and a heart that…

Jerry Gascic was born on December 6, 1965, and passed away peacefully at home on December 29, 2025. Jerry lived a life shaped by love, loss, and resilience. He was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Trish Gascic; his son, Damien Gascic; his brother, Butch Murphy; and his mother, Colleen Murphy—each of whom he…

Chad Burzinski, age 46, of Blue Springs, Missouri, passed away on December 23, 2025. Chad was born on June 26, 1979, at Labette County Medical Center. He grew up in Blue Springs and graduated from Blue Springs South High School in 1997. While still in high school, Chad began working in the produce department at…

With heavy hearts and deep gratitude for her life, we announce the passing of our beloved mother/grandmother, Linda Jeanne Estes (age 78) who left this world on December 22, 2025 in Lee’s Summit, MO. Linda was born on September 16, 1947 in Detroit, MI to the late Enid Grace (Sandy) Thompson and the late Darold…

On the first day of fall in 1951, Kristine James Knudsen Brees was born in Clinton, Iowa, the third of seven children. Kris had a presence that made people feel welcome. She was a storyteller with a warm, engaging personality—someone who could turn an ordinary moment into something worth remembering. Her humor, openness, and ability…

Priscilla Lynn Crank of Independence, Mo, passed peacefully on Saturday December 20th, at the age of 84 surrounded by her loving family. Priscilla was born on January 8th, 1941 in Freistatt, Mo. to Melvin and Lillie Block. As a faithful follower of Jesus Christ, she lived a life grounded in love, grace, and quiet strength.…

Deloris Jean Bellew, 83, of Grain Valley, Missouri, passed away peacefully at home on December 15, 2025. Born on October 5, 1942, in Independence, Missouri, Deloris known lovingly as Dee grew up facing many challenges. It is nothing short of a miracle that she emerged with such kindness, strength, and compassion. She was a true…

Larry M. Arnold, age 78, of Greenwood, Missouri, passed away peacefully on December 16, 2025, surrounded by his loving family. He was born on September 26, 1947, in Newport, Washington, to the late C.E. and Dorothy Arnold. Larry was united in marriage to his loving wife, Sharon K. (Hayes) Arnold, on December 4, 1966. Their…

Thomas William Adair, Jr., age 79, of Kansas City, Kansas passed away peacefully in his sleep on Sunday, December 14, 2025. He was born on August 9, 1946 in Kansas City, Missouri, the son of Thomas and Lucy (Donley) Adair. Tom joined the Navy in 1965 and served on the USS Independence during the Vietnam…