Obituaries

May 19, 2025

Sherry Rae (Berklite) Long May 10, 1949 – May 19, 2025

Sherry Rae (Berklite) Long passed away peacefully on May 19, 2025, in Lee’s Summit, Missouri. She was born in Washington, D.C., to Richard L. Berklite and Myrtle Wagaman Berklite.

As an Air Force “brat,” Sherry spent her childhood traveling the world with her family. Their adventures included living in Taiwan and...

May 16, 2025

Barbara June (Reith) Crystal, the wife of the late Judge G.L. Crystal, passed away peacefully on May 16, 2025. She was born in rural Perry County, Illinois, the daughter of Oren J. and Dorethy Eunice Reith. She attended schools in Northern and Southern Illinois. Graduating in 1949 from Pinckneyville High School. That same year she moved to Kansas City where...

May 3, 2025

Brenda Mae Smith of Greenwood, MO passed peacefully in her home surrounded by family on May 3, 2025. Brenda was born January 26, 1948 to Richard Fike and Goldie Mae (Gile) Smith in Kansas City, Missouri. 

Brenda graduated from Raytown South High School in 1966 and attended UMKC. She was a housewife, a secretary of the family owned Bargain Spot Lumber...

May 1, 2025

Craig Alan Tegenkamp, affectionately known as “Tego” and "Papa T" passed away on May 1, 2025, at the age of 64. Born on August 27, 1960, Tego was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend whose larger-than-life personality left an indelible mark on all who had the privilege to know him.

Tego was celebrated for his unique and special relationships...

Apr 29, 2025

Ruth Ann Pasley, 82, of Grandview, Missouri, passed away peacefully on April 29, 2025.

Born October 10, 1942, in Orange, New Jersey, Ruth was the fifth of ten children. After losing her mother at an early age, she graduated eighth grade from Our Lady of the Valley School and began working shortly thereafter. She later moved in with her best friend’s...

Apr 24, 2025

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Apr 17, 2025

Kenneth L. Ashcraft, a cherished family man and dedicated professional, passed away on April 17, 2025, at the age of 80. Born on April 1, 1945, in Kansas City, Kenneth led a life marked by commitment to both his career and his loved ones.

Kenneth’s journey began after he signed with the MLB's Kansas City Athletics in 1966, following his time...

Apr 17, 2025

Geraldine McFadden nee Rulon

May 1, 1954, England 

April 17th, 2025, Indepence, MO

Born in England on May 1, 1954 to parents George Rulon and Ireland-born Rose Rulon nee Kelly.

As a Navy family, Geraldine and her family spent many years based in stations across the United States and Europe. The family settled in Long Beach, CA. in the 1970’s and after graduating from...

Apr 14, 2025

Delores May Petersen was born August 22, 1933, at home in Nebraska, the daughter of Esther (Braddock) and Nick Petersen. Her siblings were Barbara (Bobby), Maxine (Macky), Roger, Vivan (who died of cancer at 5 years old), and Judy. All her siblings preceded her in death except for Judy.

She left Nebraska right after high-school and moved to Kansas City, MO,...

Apr 14, 2025

Norma J. Silvain (Reed) passed away on April 14, 2025, in Blue Springs, Missouri, at the age of 95. She was born on March 11, 1930, in Kansas City, Missouri, to Lesley and Rena Reed, who preceded her in death. Norma was a devoted wife to Phillip L. Silvain, who also preceded her in passing. Together, they shared sixty-five wonderful...

Apr 8, 2025

In Loving Memory of Jane McTeer 

November 4, 1946 – April 8, 2025

Jane McTeer, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away peacefully in Shawnee, Kansas. Born on November 4, 1946, to Darcy and Doris McIntyre (Fisk), Jane lived a life full of love, laughter, and unwavering devotion to her family.

She was married to the love of her life,...

Apr 2, 2025

Gary D. Hindman

January 16, 1940 - April 2, 2025

Gary D. Hindman, 85, of Watson, MO, passed away peacefully on April 2, 2025, at St. Luke's Hospice House. Born on January 16, 1940, to Florence Dunkle Hindman and R. Wayne Hindman, Gary lived a rich and adventurous life marked by scholarly achievement, family dedication, and boundless enthusiasm.

For almost 50 years, Gary...

Mar 30, 2025

Joan Turner, born on September 4, 1933, in Concordia, Kansas, passed away peacefully on March 30, 2025, in Independence, Missouri. She lived a full and loving life, known for her kindness and godly spirit.

Joan was married to her husband, Roy Turner, for 66 wonderful years. Together, they raised their family, which includes their son Michael Turner, and daughters Cathy Turner...

Mar 28, 2025

Mar 27, 2025

Leonard S. Francisco, a beloved patriarch and devoted servant of God, passed away peacefully on March 27, 2025, in Lee's Summit, Missouri. Born on January 6, 1933, Leonard's life was characterized by his unwavering faith, his commitment to family, and his kindness toward others.

Leonard was known for his happy-go-lucky personality, always ready with a smile and never having met a...

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...

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...

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...

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,...

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...