Obituaries
Lois Elizabeth Petersen
Mar 26, 2025
Lois E. (Spencer) Petersen, 84, passed away at her home in Raytown MO March 26, 2025 surrounded by her family. Lois was the third of eleven children born to Delbert Leroy and Juanita Virginia (Barnum) Spencer. She was born September 17, 1940 in Osceola, MO.
She lived in the Armourdale district of Kansas City, KS for more than 50 years before...
Hazel Crane
Mar 25, 2025
Hazel Crane, a beloved matriarch and animal lover, passed peacefully on March 25, 2025, in Independence, Missouri, at the age of 89. Born on February 26, 1936, in London, England, Hazel graced this world with her gregarious and friendly spirit, touching the lives of all who had the privilege of knowing her.
A devoted caregiver, Hazel took great pride in looking...
Ellis Carter Luvin
Mar 25, 2025
Ellis Carter Luvin, 87, passed away on March 25, 2025 with his family by his side. Visitation will be 1pm on Monday, March 31, at Longview Funeral Home, followed by services at 2pm. Burial will follow at Longview Cemetery. Memorial contributions are suggested to Boy’s Town at https://www.boystown.org/ways-to-give
Ellis was born on January 30, 1938, in Holden, Missouri, to Sidney and...
Jon P. Reimann
Mar 21, 2025
Jonathan P. Reimann
July 23, 1970 - March 21, 2025
Jon was born on July 23, 1970, in Rome, New York, to Kaye and Rene Reimann, Jr. The youngest of three kids, he grew up loving Hot Wheels, Matchbox cars, and all things Tonka. His love of everything on wheels continued as he got older, spreading to Mongoose dirt bikes, motorcycles, cars,...
Bobby L. Pasley
Mar 21, 2025
Bobby Lewis Pasley, 86, of Grandview, Missouri, passed away peacefully on March 21, 2025.
Bob was born on December 11, 1938, in Osceola, Missouri, to Therman and Oneita Pasley. Much of his childhood was spent in the care of his grandparents, John D. and Opal Kiefer, who played a special role in shaping the man he became.
A graduate of Central High...
Dennis Long
Mar 17, 2025
Orville “Dennis” Long (Odie)
October 16, 1944 – March 17, 2025
Orville “Dennis” Long, lovingly known as Odie, passed away peacefully on March 17, 2025, in Lee’s Summit, Missouri. Born on October 16, 1944, in Kansas City, Missouri, Dennis was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend.
Dennis is survived by his beloved wife, Sherry; his daughter, Tami Daniel (John Lusan); his...
Ralph Fearon
Mar 16, 2025
Ralph Lester Fearon
May 4, 1935 – March 16, 2025
“Shirl” was the best life partner I could have. Thank you, Hon! We have been blessed with grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
Life together has been a great experience!”
Ralph, a loving husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather, son, uncle, brother-in-law and friend to many entered into eternity on Sunday, March 16, 2025. Ralph was 89 years...
Larry Denton
Mar 10, 2025
Larry Denton, born April 23, 1944, passed away peacefully on March 10, 2025, surrounded by family.
Larry lived a life full of adventure, hard work, and deep friendships. On July 7, 1984, he married the love of his life, Marge, and in that moment, gained not only a wife but an instant family of six children — a role he embraced...
Thomas M. Bullock
Mar 6, 2025
Thomas (Tom) Mahlon Bullock, was born on October 13, 1943, in Arkansas City, Kansas, passed away on March 6, 2025, in Lee's Summit, Missouri. Tom is remembered for his friendly nature, the way he never met a stranger, and his fondness for animals.
Tom attended elementary school in Kansas City, Missouri. He graduated from Jetmore High School (Jetmore, KS) in 1963....
Rachel C. Chrisman
Mar 5, 2025
Rachel C. Chrisman, of Lee’s Summit, MO, a woman of quiet elegance and a devoted wife, mother, sister, daughter, grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully on March 5, 2025, at age 90.
Born on August 23, 1934, in Smithville, MO, to Scott and LaMera Lowman, Rachel graduated from Smithville High School and then continued her education at William Jewell College, where...
Geneva "Gigi" Robinson
Mar 5, 2025
Geneva "GiGi" Robinson was born on July 6, 1941, to her parents, D.J. Gilmore Sr. and Emma Hogue. She graduated from Central High School in Hayti, Missouri, before pursuing higher education at Lincoln University in Jefferson City, Missouri, where she earned a Bachelor of Science in Education. She later obtained a Master’s degree in Education from the University of Missouri...
Mike McIlroy
Mar 4, 2025
Henry Michael McIlroy, affectionately known as Mike, was born on March 25, 1940, in Little Rock, Arkansas. He left this world peacefully on March 4, 2025, leaving behind a legacy of love and laughter that will be cherished by all who knew him.
Mike graduated with a Master's degree in Chemical Engineering from The University of Missouri. A testament to his...
Betty Mae Borchers
Mar 2, 2025
Our beloved mother, grandmother, GiGi and friend, Betty Mae Borchers, age 80, received an invitation to Heaven to meet Our Lord and Savior and to reunite with the love of her life, Clyde L. Borchers, on Sunday, March 2, 2025.
Betty was born on January 7, 1945, in Excelsior Springs, Missouri to Samuel Milo Seek and Ada Viola (Leach) Seek. She...
Frank Scott
Feb 27, 2025
Frances Irwin Scott
December 30, 1933 – February 27, 2025
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Frank Scott of Pleasant Hill, MO on February 27, 2025. Frank passed away peacefully at home with his loving wife of 26 ½ years Dottie by his side. He had celebrated his 91st birthday on December 30, 2024. Frank was born...
David R. Armstrong
Feb 26, 2025
David R. Armstrong, born on February 9, 1967, in Kansas City, Missouri, passed away peacefully on February 26, 2025, in Peculiar, Missouri. He was a beloved son, nephew and cousin, remembered fondly by his family and friends for his generosity and attention to detail.
A graduate of Raymore-Peculiar High School, David was known for his incredibly organized and meticulous nature. His...
Dana M. Norcross
Feb 26, 2025
Dana Marie Norcross, a beloved mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away peacefully on February 26, 2025, in Peculiar, Missouri, at the age of 91. Born on February 7, 1934, in Ladue, Missouri, Dana led a life filled with love, creativity, and deep connections with her family and friends.
Dana was a truly one-of-a-kind individual who had a unique way of making...
Lillie Mae Myers
Feb 24, 2025
On February 24, 2025, Lillie Mae Myers was called home to be reunited with her husband, Sam, and her daughter, Judy, in heaven.
Born Lillie Mae Miller on August 23, 1934, to Lillian and Herman in Damar, Kansas, everyone knew her as Grandma, whether you were a child, grandchild or friend. She was married to the love of her life, Harold...
Martha Frances Sprague
Feb 22, 2025
Martha Frances Sprague of Raymore, MO, died February 22, 2025, at the age of 93. Visitation will be on Friday, March 7, at 1:00 p.m., at Longview Funeral Home & Cemetery, 12700 S.E. Raytown Rd, Kansas City, MO, followed by the funeral service at 2:00 p.m.
Frances, as she was best known, was born July 22, 1931, to Thomas Henry Liverett,...
Robert D. Frazee
Feb 17, 2025
Robert D. Frazee, born on January 5, 1958, in Anchorage, Alaska, passed away on February 17, 2025, in Drexel, Missouri. Robert worked as an electrical lineman, where he was known for his hardworking and honest nature.
He had a passion for working on cars, particularly favored corvettes. Although he often claimed he did not like it, he took on gardening as...
Linda Cates
Feb 17, 2025
Linda Davis Cates, 83, passed away Monday, February 17, 2025 at Kansas City Hospice House. She was born December 2,1941 in Kansas City, MO to Earl and Mary Lou Davis. Linda was a caring, devoted Christian, loving wife, mother and grandmother. She retired from Unity after working 32 years in Silent Unity.
Linda is survived by her loving husband, Robert Cates,...
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