Nancy C. Thrower, 90, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her loved ones on September 30th. She was born March 3, 1936 to Frank and Eleanor Mabry in Cape Girardeau, MO. Nancy grew up with her brother, Frank Jr. and her sister Joan in the small town of Charleston MO.  You could often hear Nancy…

Donald Andrew Blair Jr 60 of Armstrong Missouri went to the Lord on Friday October 2.Donald was born on February 2nd 1966 in Rockford Illinois to Donald and Shirley Blair. He married Victoria Blair on July 16, 1988 in Joplin, Missouri and the two spent over 32 years together. He was a loving husband, father…

James “Jim” Valentine, 55, passed away at the Village of Mission in Prairie Village, Kansas on July 5th, 2026. For three years, Jim battled cancer with immense courage and unwavering hope. Throughout his illness, Jim searched for answers, hoping that a greater understanding of his rare cancer could someday help others. He was a devoted…

Katy Janelle Millard, our beloved daughter, sister, aunt, niece, and friend, passed away peacefully on September 25, 2026, with her family and devoted dog, Gunner, at her side. Born on April 30, 1980, in Independence, Missouri, Katy moved through life with fierce independence, a sharp wit, and a curious mind. She danced her way through…

Earl Howard, Sr., 81, passed away peacefully on Thursday, September 24, 2026, at the home of his companion/caregiver, Ms. Winnie Ayers. He was born March 1, 1945, in Kansas City, Missouri. Earl brought his strong work ethic to several roles throughout his life. He spent many years at St. Luke’s Hospital and later shared his…

Jeffery Neil Brogan was born March 14, 1964 and passed away on September 13, 2026.  He leaves behind his wife, Theresa A. Brogan; daughter, Haylle M. Brogan; sister, Erin Winstead; three brothers, David Brogan, Bryan Brogan, and Michael Brogan; nieces and nephews; foster children; grandchildren; and one ex-wife. Most importantly he left behind a legacy…

Judith Hampton, of Independence, Missouri, passed away peacefully on September 17, 2026 at 11am, at the age of 79. Born on August 29, 1947, Judith lived a life marked by kindness, compassion, and a deep love for the people around her. Judith proudly served her country in the United States Air Force and was a…

Gail Frances (Lynch) Lucas, 89, passed away peacefully on September 20, 2026, with family by her side, in Olathe, Kansas, after a brief illness. Gail was born on September 11, 1937, to Rachelle C. and James B. Lynch in New York City. She came to Kansas City, Missouri, with her family in 1951–1953 and graduated…

Mildred Ann “Millie” Robertson, of Olathe, Kansas, passed away September 23rd , 2026. Born September 2 nd , 1951, Millie lived a life not by what she asked of others, but by what she gave them. She was dedicated, loyal and selfless, and loved the church, her friends, pets and above all the Lord. She…

Cherie L (Large) Arnone, 83, passed away September 28, 2026. Cherie was born July 2, 1943, to Harold and Betty Large.  At a very young age, she married the love of her life, Laurence (Larry) Arnone.  Larry and Cherie raised 3 children, Paul, Larry Michael and Debbie. Unfortunately, they suffered the loss of their infant…