Obituaries

Feb 10, 2024

Derek Leigh Grimmett of Kansas City passed away on February 10, 2024. He was 70 years old. Born on December 31, 1953, in Akron, Ohio, Derek was the son of Lucian and Clara Grimmett. He is survived by Gail Knox.

Derek's dedication to his country was evident through his service in the United States Air Force, where he reached the rank...

Sep 12, 2024

Dearly loved, Nola Swank passed away at 63 years old on September 12, 2024 in Kansas City, Missouri with her sister, Donna Swank by her side. Nola was born in Columbia Missouri Hospital on February 11, 1961. She was the daughter of Andrew and Shirley Swank and is survived by 1 brother and 3 sisters. She had another younger sister,...

Sep 3, 2024

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Aug 30, 2024

James "Jim" Edward Miller, born on January 19, 1952, in Sterling, Illinois, passed away on August 30, 2024, in Warrensburg, Missouri. He was a proud graduate of Polo High School, having completed his education in 1972. Jim served honorably in the United States Army from 1979 until 1982, embodying a commitment to his country that he carried with him throughout...

Aug 7, 2024

Patricia Lynn Dougherty, 71, passed away on August 7, 2024. Patricia was born on June 18, 1953 to Eugene Dougherty and Alice (Marie) Dougherty.

She is preceded in death by her parents, Eugene and Alice.

Patricia is survived by her brothers: Jack Dougherty and Jim Dougherty; sister: Gayle Weisbach; and nieces: Erin and Stacy.

Private memorial services may be held at a later...

Aug 7, 2024

Michael Castrianni, age 43, passed away on August 7, 2024, at Truman Medical Center in Kansas City, MO. Born on November 23rd, 1980, in Overland Park, KS, Michael was the beloved son of Ronald Castrianni and Gail Hunter.

Michael lived his life surrounded by the things he loved most: music, cars, and the company of his cherished family and friends. He...

Aug 6, 2024

Norma Jeane Small died on Auguest 6, 2024 at the age of 97 in Lenexa, Kansas from complications of Alzheimer's Disease. She was a resident of Westchester Village of Lenexa at the time of death.

Norma was born in Dunlap, Kansas on April 1, 1927 to Bryan and Rosetta May Shawgo. She was the second daughter in a family of two...

Aug 5, 2024

Rickie Eugene Kornegay, a free spirit with a heart full of adventure, passed away on August 5, 2024, at the age of 66. Born on June 9, 1958, in Goldsboro, NC, Rickie spent his life traveling the country, making friends, and leaving a lasting impression on everyone he met. Though he called North Carolina home for most of his life,...

Aug 3, 2024

JoAnn Marie Howard (Smith), aged 85, passed away on August 3, 2024, in Kansas City, Missouri after a short and unexpected illness. Born on July 11, 1939, in Kansas City, Missouri, she was a lifelong resident and a cherished member of the community. 

JoAnn dedicated her life to her family, embracing the role of homemaker with love and devotion. Her warmth...

Jul 21, 2024

Teresa Raw 61, Grandview Mo. Passed away peacefully in her sleep on Sunday July 21st, 2024.

Teresa was born January 14, 1963 to Dorothy Hood of Fort Scott KS and William York of Turner Maine. Teresa was born into a big family of seven children, she met the love of her life living in Raytown Mo. and became a home maker....

Jul 18, 2024

Drenda Lynn Gregg (Hall), 67 of Kansas City died in her home on July 18th 2024. She was preceded in death by her father Charles (Chuck) L. Gregg, her Mother Joy Gregg, her brother Randall Scott Gregg, and her husband Robert P. Hall Jr. 

She was born in Wichita Falls, TX on September 18th, 1956. She was the firstborn of four...

Jul 16, 2024

Dorothy Jeanne Mauer, age 92 peacefully passed away July 16, 2024 at Hospice House of Kansas City. A Celebration of Life will be held Thursday July 25, 2024 at Ft. Leavenworth National Cemetery. 

Jeanne was born January 1,1932 the daughter to Ralph and Edwina O'Neil in Kansas City, Missouri. She had many happy days growing up in Kansas City and attending...

Jul 14, 2024

Patricia Susan Parks, 91, of Kansas City, MO passed away July 14, 2024 surrounded by the love of her family. A Celebration of Life will be held Friday, July 19, 2024 in Leawood, Kansas; with a subsequent private internment at Mt. Washington Cemetery in Independence, Missouri.

Patricia was born August 7, 1932 to Lawrence Wayne Parks and Fern Elizabeth (Garrett) Parks...

Jul 13, 2024

Joseph Rathbun, aged 85, of Kansas City, MO, died on Saturday, July 13th, 2024, with his daughter Lori Sweeney by his side. In honor of Joe’s wishes, there will not be any public services.

Joe, as he most commonly went by, was born on January 8th, 1939, to Otis Rathbun and Elivina Rathbun. He was one of seven children in the...

Jul 2, 2024

Jim Stewart, 64, of Kansas City, MO went home to be with the Lord on July 2, 2024, surrounded by his family. A Memorial Service will be held Friday, July 12, 2024 at 4pm at Redeemer Kansas City, 3921 Baltimore Avenue, Kansas City, MO 64111. In lieu of memorial contributions or flowers, please donate to your local Christian church or...

Jul 1, 2024

Susan Senia Newth, aged 63, passed away peacefully, surrounded by family, on July 1st, 2024, at KU Medical Center. She was born on September 7th, 1960, in Ottumwa, Iowa, to Dale and Carol Smith. She grew up in Los Angeles where she graduated from Granada Hills High School in 1978. She went on to attend Cal State Northridge where she...

Jun 29, 2024

Christine Louise Leiker, aged 70, died peacefully at her home in Kansas City, Missouri on Saturday, June 29th, 2024. She was the eldest daughter of Flossie Lee Roush and David Lawrence Cameron of Amsterdam, Missouri.

She grew up in Amsterdam, Missouri, and graduated from Miami R-1 School in 1971. She attended airline school, and later worked for 35 years at the...

May 4, 2024

Brian Lee Turner, born on October 10, 1950, in Kansas City, Missouri, bid farewell to the world on May 4, 2024. He peacefully passed away at his home in Holden, Missouri. Brian led a remarkable life as a Repossession Agent in the Automotive Field. He was a dedicated individual who always strived for excellence in his professional endeavors. Brian's educational journey...

Apr 22, 2024

Apr 6, 2024

Irineo Alvarado, known affectionately as Juney, Junior, or Jay, passed away on April 6, 2024, in Kansas City, Missouri. He was born in August of 1961, in Riverside, California.In his 14 years of dedicated military service, Irineo achieved the highest rank of Staff Sergeant and later went on to become a field supervisor for the city of Lee’s Summit. His commitment...