David Wayne Houghtaling passed away peacefully on June 28th, 2026, surrounded by family. David was born on January 12th, 1956, in Kansas City, Missouri, to parents, Jack and Shirley Houghtaling (née Davis). David grew up in Independence, Missouri with his two brothers James and Dennis and sister Jennifer. No witnesses will testify, but legend tells…

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Levi Daniel Thompson of Warsaw, Missouri, on June 28, 2026. Levi was born to John Thompson and Karis Thompson on November 11, 1987, in Raytown, Missouri. Levi was a fiercely loyal and devoted son, brother, uncle, and friend. A man of strong conviction, he…

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Shana Mackenzie Beach, who was born on November 10, 1976, in Independence, Missouri. Kenzie spent most of her life in Grain Valley, a community she proudly called home, where she built lasting friendships and cherished memories. Kenzie lived a life filled with creativity, compassion,…

Everette P. Dewey, 92, passed away peacefully on June 21, 2026. He was born on September 17, 1933, to Turner Dewey and Ethel Pollard Dewey. Everette was the youngest and last surviving child in a family of five. He was preceded in death by his parents; his brothers, Truman Dewey and Lloyd Dewey; and his…

Karen K. Clark, 68, of Lees Summit, MO passed away April 28, 2026 after a brief illness. She was born in Rolla, MO on November 5, 1957 to Richard and Freida Clark. Karen retired from working for the state of Missouri in 2015 after 26 years of service. For the last seven years of her…

Rachel Manjarrez, 71, of Kansas City, Missouri passed away peacefully on June 17, 2026, surrounded by her loving family. She was born on July 25, 1954, in Chicago, Illinois to her parents Adelita Velasquez and John Murillo Sr. Rachel lived in Kansas City and spent her life working in Customer Service. She was preceded in…

Jerald “Jerry” L. Golden, 57, of Olathe, Kansas, passed away peacefully following a brief illness on June 19, 2026. A Celebration of Life will be held from 3:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. on Saturday, July 25, 2026, at the family home. Family and friends are invited to attend and share memories of Jerry. Jerry will…

Sara Kathryn Wallace Mick, 67, of Prairie Village, Kansas, formerly of Des Moines, Iowa, passed away unexpectedly in the early morning hours of June 19, 2026, only hours after celebrating her 67th birthday. Born on June 18, 1959, in St. Joseph, Missouri, she was the daughter of Edwin and Joan Wallace, who preceded her in…

Teri J. Moore  (1958 – 2026)   Teri Jalane Moore, 67, of Boonville, MO, formerly of Sedalia, MO, passed away on May 30, 2026, at University Hospital in Columbia, MO.   Teri was born December 6, 1958, in Cherry Point, North Carolina the daughter of Jerald W. Pendell and Donna L. Pendell (Long).   Teri…