It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our mother, Delma Mae (McMurry) Larabee Rounds, on January 19, 2026. Delma was born August 29, 1940, to Ruth A. (Humphreys) and Carl D. McMurry. She grew up on a farm in Colony, Missouri, alongside her four sisters and one brother. From a young…

Johnny Ray Carter, lovingly known to many as “Johnny Ray,” was born on March 2, 1958, in Kansas City, Missouri, and transitioned from this life on January 8, 2026, in Independence, Missouri, at the age of 67. Johnny was preceded in death by his parents, Ora Dean Carter and Johnny Smith Jr. As the eldest…

Darren Holloway, born August 7, 1993, in Kansas City MO, died January 12, 2026 at his home in Grandview MO. Darren attended church at Abundant Life in Lee’s Summit, MO and worked for Compost Connection in Grandview MO. Beloved son, grandson, nephew, cousin, and friend. He is survived by his mother, Doris; grandmother, Betty; uncles,…

Eufrocina “Precy” Marquez Waters, age 83, of Independence, Missouri, passed away peacefully on January 15, 2026, from natural causes. Eufrocina was born on May 7, 1942, in Calamba, Laguna, Philippines. She lived a life rooted in love for her family, quiet strength, and grace that touched those who knew her. She was preceded in death…

Joseph “Joe” M. Miller, Sr., 68, of Shawnee, KS passed away January 16, 2026. He was born February 2, 1957 in Kansas City, MO. Joe was a beloved son, brother, husband, father, and proud grandfather. He was also a cherished great-grandfather and leaves behind a legacy of love that spans generations. A passionate competitor, Joe…

Kenneth Brette Jones August 7, 1966 – January 12, 2026 Kenneth Brette Jones, known to most as Kenny, passed into eternal life on January 12, 2026. He was born on August 7, 1966, in St. Charles, Missouri. From the time he was a little boy, Kenny carried one deep desire in his heart—to have a…

Julia Ann Johnson, 69, of Kansas City, Missouri, went home to be with Jesus on January 14, 2026. Julia, known as Julie to those who loved her, was born on January 2, 1957, in Kansas City, Missouri. Julie grew up in Eastwood Hills and graduated from Raytown High School, where she formed lifelong friendships she…

Thomas Jefferson Loftin, Jr. September 10, 1937 – January 18, 2026 Thomas Jefferson Loftin, Jr., 88, of Raytown, MO, passed away peacefully on January 18, 2026, surrounded by the family he loved so dearly. Born on September 10, 1937, in Vista, MO, to Thomas J. and Rena Loftin, Tom’s gaze was always fixed upward. He…

Martha Elizabeth Foster passed away peacefully on January 7, 2026, in Overland Park, Kansas, at the age of 82. She was born on September 21, 1943, in Monroe, Louisiana, to Emmett Jefferson Foster and Eva Orma Odom Foster. She was a spunky, fun-loving little girl who thrived on adventure and the outdoors. Some of her…

Geraldine Perryman passed away on January 17, 2026, at the age of 87. She was born on November 16, 1938, in Lebanon, Missouri, and later made her home in Kansas City, Missouri, where she lived and raised her family. Throughout much of her life, Geraldine worked as a seamstress while raising her family. Geraldine was…