Donald Gerlach Brooks, lovingly known as Don, was born on February 12, 1942, in Flushing, New York. He passed away on September 30, 2026, leaving behind a lifetime of cherished memories and a lasting impact on all who had the privilege of knowing him. Don was preceded in death by his parents, Edwin and Betty…

Joyce C. Steinbuch, 79, of Lathrop, Missouri, passed away Saturday, September 5, 2026, from complications of lung cancer. Born in Excelsior Springs, Missouri, Joyce grew up in the Kansas City area and graduated from Shawnee Mission East High School. She later earned a master’s degree in education from the University of Kansas and taught gifted…

Jamie Hatchette, 60, passed away unexpectedly on October 8, 2026. She was a devoted mother of three, loving grandmother, cherished partner, and passionate nursing professor whose life was defined by generosity, compassion, and an unwavering belief in others. Born on July 20, 1966, in  St. Louis, MO, Jamie was the daughter of James and Donna…

Charles Woodrow Gregory, 55, of Blue Springs, Missouri, passed away on October 3, 2026, while playing golf, an activity he loved. Friends were by his side in his last moments. A Celebration of Life will be held at Heartland Cremation and Burial Society, 802 NW Vesper Street, Blue Springs, MO 64015, on Saturday, November 14,…

Gregory Kent Dostal September 17, 1952 – October 8, 2026 Gregory Kent Dostal, 74, of Kansas City, Missouri, passed away on Thursday, October 8, 2026, at Nottingham Health and Rehabilitation. Greg was born on September 17, 1952, in Kansas City, Missouri, and was baptized at Saint Elizabeth Parish, where his life will now be celebrated.…

April Lynn Provencher, 33, of Overland Park, Kansas, passed away unexpectedly on October 5, 2026. April attended Kansas State University for two years, where she was a proud member of the Delta Delta Delta Sorority, before transferring to The University of Kansas, where she earned her Bachelor of Science in Nursing. Though she graduated a…

Samuel Martin Franks, 80, of Independence, Missouri, passed away in a car accident on October 3, 2026. A funeral service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Thursday, October 15, 2026, at Heartland Cremation & Burial Society, 6113 Blue Ridge Blvd. Raytown, MO 64133. Visitation will begin at 10:00 a.m. prior to the service. Burial…

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Pamela Kay West-Airey (nee Phillips) who left us peacefully on September 30, 2026 at the age of 80. Pam was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and friend, whose warmth, kindness, and friendly nature touched everyone she met.  Some of her greatest joys in life…

Billie Edward Mohler, age 86, of Blue Springs, Missouri, passed away Friday, September 18th, 2026 at Saint Luke’s Mid America Heart Institute in Kansas City, Missouri. Bill was born on August 21, 1940 in Kansas City, Kansas to William Henry Mohler and Belva Eloris Mohler (Patton) Wilkins Clark. Bill worked as a Welder at Deffenbaugh…

Zachary James Hoyer, 35, of Kansas City, Missouri, passed away surrounded by the love of his immediate family. Zachary was born on June 20, 1991, in Fort Worth, Texas, to Phillip Hoyer and Lisa Taylor. He was a beloved husband, father, son, brother, and friend. For nearly a decade, Zachary shared his life with his…