With heavy hearts and deep gratitude for her life, we announce the passing of our beloved mother/grandmother, Linda Jeanne Estes (age 78) who left this world on December 22, 2025 in Lee’s Summit, MO. Linda was born on September 16, 1947 in Detroit, MI to the late Enid Grace (Sandy) Thompson and the late Darold…

On the first day of fall in 1951, Kristine James Knudsen Brees was born in Clinton, Iowa, the third of seven children. Kris had a presence that made people feel welcome. She was a storyteller with a warm, engaging personality—someone who could turn an ordinary moment into something worth remembering. Her humor, openness, and ability…

Priscilla Lynn Crank of Independence, Mo, passed peacefully on Saturday December 20th, at the age of 84 surrounded by her loving family. Priscilla was born on January 8th, 1941 in Freistatt, Mo. to Melvin and Lillie Block. As a faithful follower of Jesus Christ, she lived a life grounded in love, grace, and quiet strength.…

Deloris Jean Bellew, 83, of Grain Valley, Missouri, passed away peacefully at home on December 15, 2025. Born on October 5, 1942, in Independence, Missouri, Deloris known lovingly as Dee grew up facing many challenges. It is nothing short of a miracle that she emerged with such kindness, strength, and compassion. She was a true…

Larry M. Arnold, age 78, of Greenwood, Missouri, passed away peacefully on December 16, 2025, surrounded by his loving family. He was born on September 26, 1947, in Newport, Washington, to the late C.E. and Dorothy Arnold. Larry was united in marriage to his loving wife, Sharon K. (Hayes) Arnold, on December 4, 1966. Their…

Thomas William Adair, Jr., age 79, of Kansas City, Kansas passed away peacefully in his sleep on Sunday, December 14, 2025. He was born on August 9, 1946 in Kansas City, Missouri, the son of Thomas and Lucy (Donley) Adair. Tom joined the Navy in 1965 and served on the USS Independence during the Vietnam…

Kenny Loston Prince, 74, passed away on December 9, 2025, in Independence, Missouri. Born on December 3, 1951, in Cleveland, Ohio. Kenny lived a life marked by his dedication to his faith, a deep love for his family, committed to his craft, and carried it all in quiet strength. Kenny served the United States Army…

Theresa L Richardson, 60, of Kansas City Missouri, passed away Wednesday, December 10, 2025 at Research Hospital with family.  She was born on December 6, 1965 in Olympia, Washington to Harry & JoAnn Richardson.  Theresa never married, nor had any children.  No services are planned at this time as the family will plan a celebration…

Grace passed on to her heavenly home at the age of 95 on December 18, 2025. She entered this life near Elbridge, Tennessee on April 16, 1930, the ninth of twelve children born to Willie West (“WW”) McCoy and Mary Storey McCoy. Theirs was a farming family and Grace grew up in the cotton fields…

Obbie Willis III was only 31 years young and so full of life, hope, and boundless spirit. An extraordinary traveling Registered Nurse (RN), he journeyed across the United States, courageously dedicating himself to helping others in times of unimaginable crisis, fighting COVID, supporting medical units, and touching countless lives along the way. After 5 adventurous…