Marybelle Ohms, 90, of Blue Springs, Missouri, passed away peacefully on July 22, 2026. She was born on May 17, 1936, in Missouri. Marybelle was known for her vibrant personality from an early age. Her sister fondly remembered her as “the life of the party” during their high school years, a reflection of the warmth…

Allen Young Jr, a cherished companion, devoted father, and beloved grandfather, passed away on July 25, 2026, after a courageous and hard-fought battle with cancer. Born on February 8, 1957, in Independence, Missouri, Allen was the son of Mary Catherine and Allen Young. He was preceded in death by his parents and his loving wife,…

Virginia “Jenny” Hall Walk Viar, 86, of Overland Park, KS , passed away peacefully on July 31, 2026. Jenny was born December 12, 1939, in Sedalia, MO, the daughter of William Hall Walk and Jane Gray Greer. She grew up on family farms in Longwood and Houstonia, Missouri, where she developed the strong work ethic,…

Karen A. Jakobe, 61, of Blue Springs, Missouri, passed away on July 30, 2026 surrounded by the love of family and friends. Karen dedicated approximately 40 years of her life to nursing. Caring for others was not simply a career for Karen—it was a calling and an important part of who she was. Throughout her…

Susan “Susie” Elizabeth Carter (Cardinale), age 77, of Raytown Mo, passed away peacefully on July 29, 2026, after a brief unexpected illness that she fought with all her strength. Born in White Plains, New York, on March 2, 1949, to the late Louis and Elaine (Short) Cardinale, Susie grew up in Hawthorne NY and graduated…

Gerald “Jerry” Copeland passed away peacefully on Monday, July 27th, 2026, after a long battle with cancer. Jerry served in the United States Marine Corp before having careers in manufacturing, construction/remodeling and maintenance. Jerry was a huge fan of the Kansas City Chiefs and Kansas City Royals. He loved grilling and his specialty was smoked…

Joseph Duncan of Kansas City, Missouri, passed away on July 27, 2026. Joe was born on March 8, 1939, in Mifflin County, Pennsylvania, to Alma and Joe Duncan, who preceded him in death. He was also preceded in death by his beloved wife, Rea E. Duncan, two sons, and his brother. He is survived by…

Rob Morrow, age 65, of Overland Park. Kansas, passed away peacefully on June 29, 2026. After 65 years of making noise and people laugh, Rob has exited the stage…. though anyone who knew him knows he probably argued with the timing. He spent a lifetime proving that a good drumbeat could get you through anything.…

Frances V Jackson of Raytown, Mo passed away peacefully on July 26, 2026 at the age of 102, leaving behind a legacy of love, strength, faith, and devotion that will live on for generations. Frances was born on January 2, 1924, in Michigan Valley, Kansas to John and Lula Tucker. She had one sister, Betty…

Karen Jean Werner, 78, of Independence Missouri gained her wings and went to be with the Lord on July 23, 2026. Karen was a devoted Catholic. She enjoyed working for the government.  Afterwards she devoted herself to her friends and family. She loved being around people and her Little Debbie white cakes and strawberry rolls.…