Susan Alice McComas, 83, passed away peacefully at home of natural causes on May 7, 2026, surrounded by the love of her family. Born on January 29, 1943, in Olympia, Washington Susan spent her early years in California before raising her children in San Diego County. Throughout her life, she was known for her independence,…

Willa-De Luella Scherer entered this world on January 28, 2026, at University of Missouri Health Care in Columbia, Missouri, and passed peacefully on May 16, 2026, surrounded by the endless love of her family. Though her time here was only 108 precious days, Willa-De filled every moment with a lifetime of love, strength, joy, and…

Catherine Settle passed away at home in Fayette, Missouri, on Friday, May 15, 2026. She was 97 years old. Born in Knoxville, Tennessee, Catherine lived a life rooted in faith, family, and service. She and her beloved husband, Rev. Philip “Phil” Settle, shared a devoted Christian marriage and raised their children, Cathy, Phyllis, and Bill.…

Rayna Jean Davis born May 9, 2026, passed away peacefully in her parents’ arms at Children’s Mercy Downtown on May 17, 2026. She will be deeply missed by her dada, Brandon Davis, her mama, Kelsey Whittle Davis, and her big sissy, Ronoa Davis. Rayna was with us for 8 days and in those days, she…

Dorothy J. Staggs (73) passed away on May 13, 2026 surrounded by her loved ones. Dorothy was born April 4, 1953 in Kansas City Missouri to the late Betty and Woodrow Jett. She was the youngest to her brother Woodrow Jett Jr (Big sonny). Dorothy lived her life at home raising her kids and babysitting…

Valerie Hall, born April 9, 1948 in Ponca City, Oklahoma went home to be with Jesus on April 24, 2026. Known for her contagious smile, gentle backrubs, and servant’s heart, Valerie was a friend to everyone she met. Growing up in Ponca City, she spent her summers swimming at Conoco, playing flute for the Ponca…

James Scott (Jim) Latham entered the gates of eternal life on May 16, 2026. He was born on March 24, 1942, in Dubuque, Iowa, the son of M.E. and Leona B. (Atkinson) Latham. Growing up in Sedalia, Missouri, he graduated from Smith-Cotton High School and received a BS degree in Civil Engineering in 1965 from…

Debra Kay Biggs, 71, of Independence, Missouri, passed away on May 8, 2026. Debra was born on October 31, 1954, in Kansas City, Missouri, to William and Betty Marie Reed Biggs. She attended William Chrisman High School and spent most of her life in the Independence area. Debra was a member of Living Hope Adventist…

CELEBRATE!! Patricia “Patt” Anne Nathan died peacefully on Sunday, March 15, 2026, in Lee’s Summit, Missouri. She left this world gently, with her sons Kevin and David, and Daughter-in-law Dawn, by her side. A Celebration of Life will be held on May 30th, where her family and friends will gather to honor her life, her…

Ralph M. Smith of Raymore, MO passed away April 2, 2026 He was born on October 9, 1947 to the late George & Dorothy (White-Neff) Smith in Kansas City, MO. He was a lifetime resident of the area. Mr. Smith graduated from East High School, JCC and Avila University. He was an Army veteran of…