July 26, 1947 – February 14, 2026 Judy Ann Pike, 78, of Raytown, Missouri, passed peacefully on February 14, 2026 at KC Hospice House. Judy was born July 26, 1947 to George and Eila (Coish) Watson in Grand Rapids, Michigan. Their family eventually settled in Raytown, Missouri. On May 23, 1980, Judy was united in…

John L. English, age 57, of Columbia, MO passed away on March 26, 2026, at Fulton Manor in Fulton Missouri. John was born on January 27, 1969, the son of Darold W. English (Jr.) and Anna (Walker) Johnson. He is survived by his daughter, Tristany (Joe) Giles, Brother David (Susan) English of South Carolina, Four…

Byron Van Williams, 73, passed away April 10, 2026. He was born on April 22, 1952 to Willa and Willie Williams in Kansas City, MO. Better known as “Chip,” he will be fondly remembered by many from his time at Paseo High School, the Thornberry Boys’ Club, and the Magic Disco, where he was a…

David Lee Wratchford, born February 12, 1976, passed away on April 4, 2026, surrounded by family and friends who loved him. David was born in Kansas City, Missouri, to Donald and Bobbie Wratchford. He was an incredible man who brought joy into every room he entered. He was the kind of friend you hope to…

Maurice G. Dresslaer, 72, of Independence, Missouri, passed away peacefully at home on March 25, 2026. He was born on March 8, 1954, in Lamar, Missouri, to Gerald and Maurine Dresslaer. Maurice spent most of his life working as a skilled mechanic. He was employed as a diesel mechanic with the metro bus company and…

Anthony Eugene Runk, passed away on March 26, 2026, at the age of 56 in Lenexa, KS surrounded by his family. Tony was born on June 3, 1969, in Clinton, Missouri, to Thomas A. Runk and Janice M. Evans. He grew up in Warrensburg, Missouri, where he formed lifelong friendships and stayed active in sports,…

Stephen Lee Harris passed away on April 2, 2026, at Abode Nursing Home. Stephen found his greatest joy in the simple pleasures of life—especially time spent fishing. Whether at Lake Jacomo or in Wheatland, Missouri, he cherished casting a line alongside his grandsons, creating memories that will be treasured for generations. He is survived by…

Gail Ruth Dowdle, 84, of Overland Park, Kansas, passed away peacefully on March 31 at 7:58 a.m. Born and raised in St. Louis, Missouri, Gail lived a life marked by deep faith, strength, independence, and love for her family. She faced life head-on with a persistent spirit and resilience. Gail will be remembered for her…

Michael “Mikey” James Tatum Jr., age 40, of Raytown, Missouri, passed away on April 6, 2026. Mikey was a deeply social person who never met a stranger. He was easy to talk to and wherever he went, friendships followed. Whether he knew you for five minutes or five years, he had a way of making…

Mildred “Millie” Mae Moore, 93, passed away on March 31, 2026, at Cross Creek in Lee’s Summit, Missouri. She was born to Flora and Emmett English on May 9th, 1932, in Trousdale, Kansas. Millie attended school in Trousdale and at Kansas State University in Manhattan, Kansas. Millie moved to Kansas City, Missouri in 1953 where…