Walter L. Pierschbacher, 84, Raytown, MO passed away May 11, 2012, at St. Luke’s Hospital in Kansas City, MO. He was born April 4, 1928 in Chariton, IA to John and Helen Pierschbacher.  Walter will be greatly missed by his loving family and host of friends. Memorial services will be held at a later date.

Billy “B.P.” Bedell, 86, Bethany, MO passed away at North Kansas City Hospital on May 9, 2012.  Mr. Bedell was born to Effie Mae and Arthur Bedell on September 19, 1925. He was a retired Minister and President of International Missions For Jesus, Inc. He also was retired from the advertising business.   He was preceded…

Michelle Lanette Smith, 40, Kansas City, MO passed away May 8, 2012 in Kansas City.  Michelle was born September 17, 1971 in Kansas City, MO to James R. Smith and Glenda Infante.  She will be greatly missed by her loving family and everyone who knew and loved her.  Cremation will take place.  Services have not…

Velma Ruth Reed, 91, Lee’s Summit, MO passed away May 8, 2012 in Kansas City, MO.  Velma was born November 26, 1920 in Turlock, CA to Jacob and Mary Reed.    She will be greatly missed by her loving family and everyone who knew and loved her.  Cremation will take place.   Service information is…

Charlene Eyer, 78, Lee’s Summit, MO passed away May 7, 2012 at Jefferson Health Care in Lee’s Summit.  Charlene was born June 10, 1933 in Montgomery, IA to Worthley and Zella Jones.  Charlene will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved her.  Cremation will take place.  Services have not been planned at this…

Steven Ray Carpenter, 56, Peculiar, MO passed away May 17, 2012 in Peculiar.  Steven was born July 28, 1955 in Harrisonville, MO to Harold and Velma Carpenter.  He will be greatly missed by his loving family and everyone who knew and loved him.  Services are being planned at this time.  Information will be available at…

James A. Hanson, 69, Lenexa, KS passed away May 26, 2012 at Overland Park Nursing & Rehab in Overland Park, KS.  Jim was born October 28, 1942 in Billings, MT to David and Isabelle Hanson.  Jim will be greatly missed by his loving family and host of friends.  Cremation will take place.  Service information is…

Seth Jacob Alley, 29, Hazelwood, MO passed away May 27, 2012 in Kansas City, MO.  Seth was born July 9, 1982 in Perry, Georgia to Daniel and Donna Alley.  He will be greatly missed by his loving family and everyone who knew and loved him.  Cremation will take place.  Services have not been planned at…

Liz Taylor, 90, of Lee’s Summit, Mo., passed away May 23, 2012. Liz was born in Chicopee Falls, Mass., to Kostandino and Metaxia Rallis. She was a Marine Corps veteran and proudly served for the duration ofWWII. Liz worked for Civil Service and retired at age 70. She is survived by her daughter and son-in- law, Bob…

Shanna Sandmoen 31, of Kansas City, Mo, transitioned peacefully from this physical realm on April 23, 2012, leaving behind her parents Chris and Rhonda Sandmoen, her grandmothers Beverly Moore and Janice Pinter, her dog Triton and many wonderful friends. A Celebration of Life is being held on June 2 at the Unity Village Clubhouse from…