Mary (Fernandez) Zavala passed away on November 18, 2025 at the age of 88. Her late husband, Hermenegildo Zavala preceded her passing on June 12, 2001. She was the youngest of three first generation American born children of Catalina (Diaz) (1910 -1996) and Alberto Fernandez (1900 – 1986). Oldest, Raymond Fernandez (1928 – 2024) passed…

Vici Ann Simmons (nee Shughart) passed away peacefully on Friday, November 21, 2025, surrounded by her family. Vici was born in Jackson County, MO on October 11, 1954 to Anna and Leo Dale Shughart. She graduated from Shawnee Mission North and Kansas State University. Vici spent her career in Human Resources, known lovingly as the…

Thomas Aulden Harding, 24, passed away suddenly on November 21 at his home in Lee’s Summit. His family grieves a loss that feels immeasurable, remembering a young man with a kind heart, quiet strength, and a bold spirit that could light up the room. Thomas loved his dog, Meech, who was his constant companion. He…

Susan Wylie, age 64, of Kansas City, Missouri, passed away peacefully on November 20, 2025, from cancer. She was born on August 16, 1961, in Kansas City, Missouri. A free spirit with a deep love for her husband, children, and dogs, she embraced life with quiet creativity. Her path took her across the country, always…

Cherryl Ann Richards (Burrill), age 70, of Sugar Creek, Missouri, passed away on July 2, 2025. She was born on August 26, 1954, to Charles Burrill and Eleanor Spencer. Cherryl was married to the love of her life, Leonard Richards, with whom she shared many years of companionship, laughter, and devotion. Together they built a…

Leonard Richards, age 68, of Sugar Creek, Missouri, passed away peacefully on November 8, 2025, of natural causes. He was born on January 7, 1957, in Independence, Missouri. Leonard was preceded in death by his parents, Leonard and Joyce Richards, and his wife, Cherryl Richards. He is survived by his brother, Michael Richards; nephew, Houston…

Kathryn Kumpf, age 83, of Gladstone MO , passed away peacefully on November 21, 2025 from complications from intestinal blockage. She was born on February 3, 1942 at St. Mary’s Hospital. Kathryn worked for the Internal Revenue Service, the Harmon Bus Company in Kansas City, and later for Walmart in Monett, Missouri, where she remained…

Rodney Owens February 23, 1943 – November 21, 2025 Rodney Owens, 82, was born in a small farmhouse in Jethro, Arkansas. From a young age, growing up amidst the beauty of the Ozark Mountains, he developed a love for hunting, fishing, and baseball—activities that shaped his spirited childhood and lifelong appreciation for the outdoors. At…

Barbara Louise McLaughlin, 89, of Raytown, Missouri, passed away at her home on November 23, 2025. In accordance with her wishes, no services are planned. Barbara is remembered by her family: daughter-in-law Christine Carpenter; son and daughter-in-law Keith and Paula McLaughlin; son and daughter-in-law Kevin and Sharon McLaughlin; son Jim “Boobie” McLaughlin; and daughter and…

Marietta Asenith Cartmell (87) was born November 23, 1937 in Kansas City, Missouri to Arthur and Julia Mabel (King) Cartmell. Marietta passed away November 22nd, 2025 at Independence Manor in Independence, Missouri. Marietta was a devoted follower of Christ from an early age and was active in Youth for Christ during the 1950s. She enjoyed…