Bridget Diane Callahan, of De Soto, Kansas, passed away on September 20, 2026. Born November 1, 1955, Bridget lived a life defined not by what she asked of others, but by what she gave to them. Dedicated, loyal, and selfless, Bridget loved her family and friends above all else. She knew no stranger, and there…

Justine Marie Green (Precious) was born on September 6, 1991, to Andrea Lockett and Michael Green, both of Kansas City, Missouri. She lived a life marked by kindness, compassion, and a deep love for those around her. Justine was preceded in death by her father, Michael Green; maternal grandparents, Booker Grant and Inez Lockett; aunts,…

With heavy hearts, we announce the peaceful passing of Mary T. Neissl Strickland Kendall, a beloved mother and friend, born in Paris, Arkansas, who departed this life in Leavenworth, Kansas, on Friday, September 4, 2026, at age 78. Mary lived a life marked by quiet generosity and deep affection for those closest to her. Throughout…

Reta L. Nicholson, age 87, of Columbia, Missouri, passed away peacefully on September 7, 2026, surrounded by her family and loved ones. Reta was born in Texas to Robert and Dorothy Jones, living all over the world as an Army brat, but spent the majority of her life (61 years) in Columbia. She lived her…

John Barrera Sr., 95, of Independence, Missouri, passed away peacefully on September 3, 2026, in Kansas City, Missouri. He was born on August 7, 1931, in Garden City, Kansas, to Jesus Barrera and Maria (Coronado) Barrera. John was the second of five children born to their union. John grew up in Lorraine, Kansas, where he…

David Wilson Freeland, 83, of Independence, Missouri, passed away peacefully on September 20, 2026. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, September 26, 2026, at Hope Chapel, 1150 NE Woods Chapel Road, Lee’s Summit, Missouri 64064. Visitation will be held at 10:00 a.m. immediately prior to the service. Graveside services will follow…

Larry Wayne Smoot, age 64, passed away peacefully at Boone Hospital on September 17, 2026. Born on March 21, 1962, in Macon, Missouri, Larry lived a full life defined by hard work, a lively spirit, and an absolute dedication to his family. In his younger days, Larry chased the thrill of the local arena, spending…

Barb Baldwin was born on May 4, 1948, in DeWitt, Missouri, to Gordon and Nedra Heishman. She passed away on September 16, 2026, surrounded by her loving family, with those she loved holding her hand. Barb was united in marriage to Joseph Baldwin in Marshall, Missouri. Barb was a simple woman who found happiness in…

In Loving Memory of Our Father It is with broken hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved father, William Fredrick Zane, who passed away peacefully on September 11, 2026. He was a smart-mouthed, stubborn, wonderful man who had a personality you could never forget. He was strong-willed, outspoken, and completely himself. He had…

Michael Leon Hamer, 77, of Blue Springs, Missouri, passed away peacefully on September 16, 2026, surrounded by loving family. A private celebration of life will be held on Tuesday, September 29, 2026, at Heartland Cremation & Burial Society, 802 NW Vesper St, Blue Springs, Missouri 64015. Michael was born on December 18, 1948, in Kansas…