Obituaries

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...

Apr 3, 2024

Mercedes Monique Lee, in Kansas City, Missouri, with a heart as vast as the Midwest skies, bid farewell to this world on April 3, 2024Mercedes will forever be remembered for her kind and loving spirit. She touched the lives of many with her compassionate nature. Her legacy of kindness and empathy will continue to inspire all who had the privilege...

Mar 30, 2024

Patricia Ruth Wilhite Wells, 80, passed away on March 30, 2024, in Kansas City, MO at Addington Place of Shoal Creek in the memory care wing, where she spent her last 10 days. She was surrounded by her family in her last hours, who encouraged her that it was time to go home and be with her husband again. Before...

Mar 4, 2024

Mar 1, 2024

In loving memory of Larry "Dumas" Walker, a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and esteemed member of the community. Larry peacefully departed from this world surrounded by his loving wife and six cherished family members at St. Joseph Medical Center in Kansas City, Missouri on March 1, 2024.Born in St. Louis, Missouri on August 28, 1944, Larry graduated from Risco High...

Feb 29, 2024

Feb 14, 2024

Rose M. Messick, known for her remarkable career and unforgettable generosity, passed away on February 14, 2024. She was a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend to many.

 

Born on February 19, 1941, Rose's passion for accounting and finance was ignited while working at Avila College. She dedicated over 46 years of her life to BR, where she served as...

Feb 13, 2024

Feb 11, 2024

Stephen Harold Wells, 84, passed away on February 11, 2024, in Kansas City, Missouri at his residence due to heart issues.  He was born on December 18, 1939 in Colorado Springs, CO, to John James Wells and Joan Heckenlively.  He was preceded in death by his mother and father, sisters Mary Ellen Titus, Ruth Rasnic, and his brother Richard Wells....

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...

Feb 1, 2024

William Chih-Wen Chang was born September 1, 1941 in Chongqing, China. He came to the United States from the Muzha District in Tapei, Taiwan in 1968 to attend the University of Missouri-Rolla. He graduated with a Master’s Degree in Civil Engineering in 1970 after marrying Margaret Keng-Que Li in 1969. They welcomed Alice in 1970 and Steven in 1973. William...

Jan 31, 2024

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Blake Wilhoit, a beloved member of the Kansas City community. Blake, born in Kansas City, Missouri on June 9, 1964, left this world on January 31, 2024.Throughout his life, Blake found immense joy in various hobbies and interests. From his passion for music from the 60s and 70s to...

Jan 30, 2024

Linda Ann (Savner) Brown passed away in her home on January 30, 2024 at age 72, after a brave battle with cancer.  Linda was born on March 28, 1951 in Wilkes-Barre, PA to parents Richard and Anne (Andrascik) Savner. She was the oldest of four children. 

Linda’s parents moved to Kansas City, KS in 1953.  As a young teen she met...