Herbert William Kurtz “Bill”, 77, Lawrence, KS passed away November 23, 2007 at home. Cremation. Services will be held at a later date.

Frederick R. Thomas, 82, of Grandview MO., “Left home peacefully for a new life.” on November 22, 2007. Frederick proudly served his country in the U.S. Army for 18 months working as a medical mechanic. After serving his country, Frederick worked as a machinist at Walter Johnson and Company for approximately 30 years. Also during…

Gladys S. Grim left this earth on November 22, 2007. She was 91 years young. Gladys Susan Stonger Grim Born July 17, 1916 in Benton County Missouri, married Clarence Foncannon Grim Oct 15, 1934 and he preceded her in death. She graduated from Kirksville High School and attended college at the NE Missouri State University.…

Dale R. Pyle, 75, passed away November 22, 2007, at the home with his family by his side. Dale was a retired KCK fireman and was an Army veteran. Survivors include his wife of 55 years, Doris; children, Bruce, Jane, Charles and wife Shelly; brother, Bob; grandsons, Sam and Brandon. A memorial service will be…

Donald Bruce “Fibber” Trapp, 78, of Kansas City, Kan., passed away Wednesday, November 21, 2007, at Providence Medical Center, Kansas City, Kan. A lifelong area resident, he attended Wyandotte High School, served in the US Army during the Korean War and in the US Army Reserves several years thereafter. He became a master cabinet maker,…

Dorthe Giddings, 95, passed away of the home in Kansas City, MO for over 20 years . Dorthe worked for the Government as an administrator for the state of Missouri for many years. She leaves behind a good friend, Brad Norris of the Kansas City area. Services are pending at this time.

Doris E. Decker Doris E. Decker, 70, Kansas City, Missouri, passed away November 21, 2007. Doris is survived by her good friend Carol Woodsmall.

Rinda Lander, 64, of Columbia passed away November 20, 2007 at the University Hosptial & Clinics. Rinda was born January 2, 1943 in Los Angeles, CA to William and Virgina (Scales) Martin.

Kathleen Rose McClure, 57, of Williamsburg, died Monday, November 19, 2007, at Fulton Nursing and Rehab in Fulton. She was born October 4, 1950, in St. Louis, to the late John Vincent and Adeline Myrtle (Moser) Petty. She married Richard McClure on June 24, 1978 in St. Louis. He precedes her in death. Survivors include…

Sybil Jo Martin, 63, of Columbia passed away November 19, 2007 at her home. Sybil was born on February 7, 1944. She is survived by many family members and friends.