Our dear father sadly passed away on October 14, 2023, at the age of 51. He was a beloved father, son, brother, and grandfather. He was always the life of every party and would do anything to put a smile on anyone’s face. He lived life to the fullest an always made every day count.…

November 2, 1992 –  October 15, 2023 Samantha, beloved mother, daughter, sister, and friend, left an indelible mark on the hearts of everyone who had the privilege of knowing her. Samantha’s life was a testament to love, kindness, and unwavering determination. Her most cherished role was that of a devoted mother to her son, Leland,…

Michael “Mike” B. VanBibber, 64, of Independence Missouri passed away on October 8, 2023. Mike was born August 6, 1959, to Jackie E. VanBibber and Judith C. Siebert (VanBibber) in Independence, Missouri and lived in the area all of his life. He is survived by his two children: Haley and Austin VanBibber, stepchildren Dakota Crawford…

Charles Ross Elam, 85, of Lone Jack, MO passed away October 15, 2023 at Lee’s Summit Medical Center from Lung cancer. Visitation will be held from 10:00am-12:00pm on Thursday, October 19, 2023 at Heartland Cremation and Burial Society, 6113 Blue Ridge Blvd, Raytown, MO 64133. Burial will follow visitation at Brooking Cemetery, Raytown, MO. Charles…

Michael Arthur Gray, 77 of Rocheport, Missouri passed away on October 4, 2023. He was a beloved husband, father, stepfather and Papa who will be deeply missed by all who knew him. Michael was born October 19,1945 in Sherman, Texas to Kathleen Williams and Julius Cesare. He attended the University of Wyoming on a track…

Larry Alan Shiner, 76, of Raytown, MO passed away October 14, 2023 at his home from complications from Alzheimer’s. Memorial services will be held at 1:00pm, Saturday, October 28, 2023 at King’s Way United Methodist Church, Springfield, MO. Mr. Shiner was born November 1, 1946 in Kansas City, MO. Larry was raised in Springfield, MO,…

On Sunday, October 15, 2023, Paula Bicket saw clearly the face of God. Her sight is now fully restored; her struggle is over, her pain has ended, and her battle is won. Paula Ellen Lee Doyle was born January 2, 1955, in Braymer, Missouri, to Paul and Mary (Bayer) Doyle. A beautiful child, Paula learned…

Steven Delbert Hedges, 74, of Independence, MO passed away October 12, 2023. Steven was married to Judy Hedges for 47 years. He loved to hunt and visiting Arcadia, KS. He is survived by: wife, Judy Hedges; children, Michelle, Amber, Jean, Christina, Steven and John; 14 grandchildren; and 5 great-grandchildren. Per families request, there will be…

It is with deep sorrow and much love that we mourn the passing of Lena Frances Norris of Jacksonville, MO on October 4th, 2023 at the age of 91. Lena will be lovingly remembered by daughter, Jane Ann Norris, of Jacksonville, MO, grandchildren James Norris of TX; Susan Norris (Justin) Schlageter of CA; Brandy Norris…

Richard David Tollerton, Sr., of Marshall, formerly of Brookfield and Columbia, passed away on October 11, 2023 after a long illness. Dick was born on February 21, 1953 to Robert and Edith (Davies) Tollerton in Brookfield. He graduated from Brookfield High School, attended the Universities of Missouri and Kansas, and received a diploma from the…