Obituaries
Kenneth C. Holdeman
Nov 21, 2025
Kenneth C. Holdeman, 94, passed away November 21, 2025 at the home of his daughter, Kim, with whom he had lived since 2012. The visitation will be Thursday, December 4th from 12-2pm at Longview Funeral Home in Kansas City. Funeral services will be 1pm on Friday, December 5th at First Mennonite Church in Halstead, Kansas, with burial to follow in...
Marion Lee Eloise Brown
Nov 12, 2025
HONORING A BEAUTIFUL LIFE
Marion Lee Eloise Brown was born on December 31st, 1922, to Leland and Eva Johnson. She grew up in Kansas City, Missouri, and was a devoted lifelong member of St. Matthew AME Zion Church. Marion graduated from Lincoln High School and pursued further education, demonstrating a commitment to learning that would guide her throughout her life. Following...
Gaye McMichael
Nov 30, 2025
Verla “Gaye” McMichael, age 82, passed peacefully on November 30, 2025, surrounded by the love and presence of her family and dear friends. Her life was one with grace, generosity, and unwavering devotion to those she cherished most.
Gaye was born on April 17, 1943, in Springfield, Missouri, to Verl and Norma Nickles. Her early years were touched by loss when...
John Raad Mooneyhan
Dec 2, 2025
After many months of fighting cancer, our beloved husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather went to be with Jesus on December 2, 2025.
Raad was born on February 10, 1943 in Kansas City, Missouri to John and Esther Mooneyhan. When he was 13, his father accepted a position in Paducah, Kentucky, where Raad graduated from high school.
In January of 1961, Raad joined...
Kelly Beth Sweeney
Dec 2, 2025
Kelly Beth Sweeney, 52, of Independence, passed away December 2, 2025. A private family memorial service will be held at a later date.
Kelly was born on July 21, 1973, in Kansas City, Missouri. She was preceded in death by her mother, Bonnie Mills. She is survived by her father, Michael McCormick and stepmother, Constance; children, Noah and Isabella Sweeney; brother,...
Mike Holm
Nov 26, 2025
Michael K. Holm, 71 of Kansas City, MO, passed away November 26th, at his home surrounded by his children after a brief illness.
Mike is survived by his children, Bryan Holm of Grandview, Jennifer Smith (Dennis) of Kansas City, Jessica (John) of Riverton, UT, Amy (Belma) of North Borough, MA; Grandchildren Elizabeth, Jonathan, Jordan, Ella, Annalise, Mira, Breanna, and Xavier; his...
V. Ellen Cook
Nov 25, 2025
Funeral Services Postponed until Decemeber 3, 2025
Virginia "Ellen" Cook, a beloved and cherished family matriarch, peacefully passed away on November 25, 2025, in her hometown of Kansas City, Missouri, at the age of 77. Born on August 4, 1948, Ellen’s life was defined by her profound love for her family and her vibrant spirit that touched the lives of all...
Bobby G. Bedsaul
Nov 25, 2025
Bobby G. Bedsaul, 87, of Lee’s Summit, Missouri, passed away November 25, 2025, surrounded by his loving family. Bob was born November 13, 1938, to Vernon and Lola in Holden, Missouri. Bob attended and graduated from Holden high school; this is also where he met the love of his life Judy Bailey. They were united in marriage 61 years. From...
Patricia Ann Graenser
Nov 13, 2025
Patricia Ann “Pat” Graenser, 66, passed away on November 13, 2025. Born in Long Beach, California, in September 1959, Pat made her home in Grandview, Missouri, where she built a life centered on love, family, friendship, and unwavering dedication to those she cared for.
Pat was the beloved wife of Carey Graenser. She was a devoted mother to Jennifer Deck; Carey...
Mary Elizabeth Varner
Nov 10, 2025
Mary Elizabeth Varner, a beloved educator and cherished member of her community, passed away on November 10, 2025, in Kansas City, Missouri after a brave fight against Parkinson's Disease. Born on December 1, 1948, in Tulsa, Oklahoma, Mary left an indelible mark on the lives she touched through her dedicated teaching career, loving family life, and deep commitment to her...
Ramon Laon LaRue
Nov 9, 2025
Ramon Laon LaRue, of Lee’s Summit, Missouri, passed away peacefully on November 9, 2025, at the age of 64. Born on March 16, 1961, Ramon lived a life devoted to Jesus Christ which shaped every aspect of his being. From his love for family, to his service to others, he truly never knew a stranger.
In his desire to serve and...
Lee H. Eichmann
Nov 4, 2025
Lee H. Eichmann Jr., a beloved member of the Kansas City community, passed away on November 4, 2025, at Beautiful Savior Nursing Home at the age of 96. Born on May 5, 1929, in Kansas City, MO, Lee lived a life filled with love, dedication, and a strong commitment to his family and community.
Lee began his career at the Kansas...
Georgia Hange
Oct 25, 2025
Georgia Hange, 89, went home to be with the Lord on Saturday, October 25, 2025. Services will be at Longview Funeral Home on October 31 with visitation at 11:00 a.m. and the Service following at 12:00 p.m. Contributions in honor of Georgia can be made to the benevolence fund of Blue River Bible Church, her most beloved church home.
Georgia was...
Laurie Michelle Posten
Oct 21, 2025
Laurie Michelle Wade Posten died peacefully surrounded by family and friend October 21, 2025. She was born October 23, 1985, in Kansas City, the daughter of Thomas and Lynn Wade.
In 2005 she married Christopher Posten. The couple later divorced.
They had one daughter, Persephone, whom Laurie loved with all her heart.
Laurie was a passionate person, who loved Jesus, animals, little children,...
Franklin Shinn Rayfield
Oct 20, 2025
Franklin S. Rayfield known affectionately Frank, of Grandview, Missouri, passed away at the age of 91. Born on January 28, 1934, in Chesterfield County, South Carolina, the son of Bart Thomas Rayfield and Sarah Estelle "Sadie" Wactor, he was a member of the graduating class of Chesterfield High School in 1952. After completing his secondary education, he joined in the...
Petronella "Nellie" Shrewsberry
Oct 19, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we share with you that Oma Nellie passed peacefully in her sleep yesterday morning following a very long period of failing health and debilitation.
Nellie was born in Rotterdam, The Netherlands in 1936. As a young girl, she lived through World War II during the 1940’s while the country was occupied by Germany.
Nellie was a...
Jarred Jovanni-Turner Givhan
Oct 18, 2025
In loving memory of Jarred Jovanni-Turner Givhan, who filled the world with his sweet spirit during his brief time with us. Born on January 16, 2017, in Lee's Summit, Missouri, Jarred was the cherished son of Jade Johnson and Jarret Givhan. He was not just a son; he was a vibrant light, radiating joy with his curious and playful personality...
Janie Mylar Dickinson
Oct 8, 2025
Jane M. Dickinson, 80, of Lee’s Summit, Missouri, passed away peacefully on the morning of October 8, 2025, surrounded by love, with her husband and daughter by her side. Heaven gained a beautiful soul that day. Those who knew Janie will remember her soft voice, kind heart, and compassion for others. She loved deeply, gave freely, and lived with a...
Jenna Lou Enlow
Oct 3, 2025
Jenna Lou Enlow, formerly of Grandview, Mo, passed away peacefully on Friday, October 3, at Research Medical Center. Jenna had spent the last years of her life living in Windsor, Mo, at Windsor Rehabilitation and Health Care.
Jenna was born in Hines County, Mississippi, on June 9, 1955, to Kathleen (Craft) and Birney Enlow. She spent most of her life living...
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