It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of our mother, daughter, niece, sister, grandma and friend, Karen Michelle Loos Copeland. Karen, 54, of Blue Springs, MO, passed away peacefully on June 18, 2025, after a brief and courageous battle against unexpected illness. Just as she came into this world, she departed it:…

Mikeal B. Copenhaver, 26, of Kansas City, MO passed away June 19, 2025. Services will be held from 10:00am-12:00pm on Saturday, June 28, 2025 at Heartland Cremation & Burial Society, 6113 Blue Ridge Blvd. Raytown, MO 64133. Mikeal “Keal” was born May 17, 1999 in Kansas City, MO. His hobbies included fishing, enjoying a good…

Charles Clifton Hill passed away Tuesday June 24, 2025. Born April 15, 1938 to Frank and Thelma (Warfield) Hill in Maxwell, IA. Clifton was born and raised in Maxwell, IA.  He attended grade school and high school in Maxwell, IA. Clifton served in the US Navy and Marines. Clifton worked at the Atomic Energy Commission…

I. Jean Wheeler, age 97, of Raytown, Missouri, peacefully passed away on June 12th, surrounded by her loving family.  A devoted member of the Raytown Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) for 60 years, Jean’s faith was a cornerstone of her life.  Jean’s professional career spanned over five decades with J.B. Nutter & Company, where she…

Terry R. Schoeni “I’ve always thought of myself as a farmer.” Terry Schoeni was born and raised in north central Kansas, one of a long line of Schoenis to make a home and life farming wheat and milo, watching the skies, and tucking things away – just in case you might need them later. He…

Viola Nellie (Ruppert) Greenlee, age 92 of Columbia, MO, passed away on Thursday, June 19, 2025. Vi (as she was known by many) was born December 26, 1932 in Quick, Nebraska to Clifford and Nellie (Boson) Ruppert. Vi attended grade school at District 101 which was located across the road from her parents’ home in…

Paul David Esser, 32, of Derby, KS, passed away peacefully on June 10, 2025, at St. Lukes Hospital in Kansas City, MO after a courageous battle with bile duct cancer. Paul had a tremendous impact on the lives of those he touched and will forever be remembered and missed. Born on September 1, 1992, Paul…

Richard Lee Clark, age 75, passed away peacefully at his home on June 7, 2025, leaving behind a lifetime of memories, laughter, and a legacy built on love for his family, friends, and community. Born in Hoisington, Kansas, on August 18, 1949, he was the son of Junior and Margaret Clark and little brother to…

Timothy J Johnson, 56 died unexpectedly at KU Medical Center in Kansas City, Ks on June 11,2025. He was born on March 6,1969 in Kansas City, Mo, the son of John Johnson and Alice Joy Crutsinger. He attended Park Hill High School. Tim was an avid K C Royals fan for many years. He could…

Terry Hayward Talbert, 82, longtime resident of Kansas City, passed away peacefully at home on June 12, 2025. Terry was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Celia Ann Talbert of 59.5 years, and his son, Steven Joseph Talbert. Terry is survived by his children: Michael Talbert, Carolyn Talbert and Dianna Laird; as well as…