Obituaries

Peggy Sue Ardito

Peggy Sue Ardito

Jul 16, 2024

Peggy Sue Ardito, age 82, passed away peacefully at home on July 16, 2024. Born on January 7, 1942, Peggy grew up in Joplin, MO, where she attended primary and secondary school. She was a dedicated and longtime customer service representative at Caremark-CVS, known for her unwavering commitment to helping others.

Peggy is survived by her cherished sister, Mary Heyser, as...

Isaac Dunteman

Isaac Dunteman

Jul 13, 2024

Isaac Dunteman, a beloved husband, father, son, brother, and friend to many, passed away on Saturday July 13th, 2024. Isaac was the life of the party; whether it was teaching his sons to make fire dragons with brake cleaner, sharing his musical and artistic talents with his daughters, or breaking up the monotony of a church service with an electric...

Herbert J. Eplee

Herbert J. Eplee

Jul 13, 2024

Herbert John Eplee, 86, passed away July 13, 2024. Visitation will be Thursday, July 18 from 11am-12pm at Longview Funeral Home, with services to follow at 12pm. Burial will take place at Longview Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions are suggested to Kansas City Hospice.

Herb was born on August 15, 1937 in Kansas City, Missouri, to Claude and Emma...

Stephen F. Gaston

Stephen F. Gaston

Jul 9, 2024

Stephen F. Gaston, age 80, passed away at home surrounded by his adoring family on July 9th, 2024.

He was born to his loving and devout parents, Leo and Kathryn (Franzmathes) Gaston on June 29, 1944, and was raised in Salina, Kansas where he had an idyllic childhood and grew strong in his Catholic faith. He attended Sacred Heart High School,...

Sandra Butler

Sandra Butler

Jul 7, 2024

Sandra Butler passed away at home on July 7, 2024, at the age of 81.

Sandy was born on July 12, 1942, to William and Virginia (Tate) Kuhler in Brunswick, MO. She graduated from Keytesville High School in 1960 and attended Kirksville State Teacher’s College. She was employed as a secretary at Reynolds Metals and Hallmark Cards.

Sandy married Gary Butler in...

Dean Jeffs

Dean Jeffs

Jul 7, 2024

Dean Jeffs, 75, passed away July 7, 2024. Visitation will be Saturday, July 13, from 11am-12pm at Longview Funeral Home, followed by services at 12pm and burial at Longview Cemetery. Memorial contributions are suggested to Fellowship of John at Foxwood Springs, Raymore, MO.

Dean was born on July 14, 1948, in Highland Park, Michigan, to Harry Frederick and Marianna (Barger) Jeffs....

John Lee Woodhead

John Lee Woodhead

Jun 26, 2024

John Lee Woodhead, 80, of Harrisonville, passed away June 26, 2024. A Celebration of Life service will be held on Saturday, July 20, from 3-5pm at Longview Funeral Home, 12700 SE Raytown Road, where military honors will commence at 4:45.

 John was born on July 18, 1943 in Muncie, Kansas, to Clarence Earl and Dorothy Lorraine (Stubbs) Woodhead. He was a...

Dennis W. Beedle

Dennis W. Beedle

Jun 24, 2024

Dennis W. Beedle (70), a man of uncompromising faith, strong values, and a heart of gold, passed away on June 24, 2024, in Pleasant Hill, Missouri. He was born on October 23, 1953, in Streator, Illinois. Over half of his life was dedicated to farming, and later on, he ran his custom repair shop. In retirement, he embarked on a...

Perry James Hestand

Perry James Hestand

Jun 24, 2024

Perry James Hestand, a dedicated Plumber for the General Motors Company as a pipe fitter, bid farewell to this world on June 24, 2024, in Kansas City, Missouri. His life journey began on February 27, 1935, in Afton, Oklahoma.

Perry was known not only for professional skills but also for his warmth. He never met a stranger and always had a...

Hans Walter Scheitzow

Hans Walter Scheitzow

Jun 23, 2024

Hans Walter Scheitzow, a devoted Service Technician for Sears Service Center, known for his keen observation and helpful nature, passed away on June 23, 2024, in Independence, Missouri. He was born on April 17, 1935, in Hamburg, Germany.

Hans lived a life filled with service and from his time serving in the United States Army to his career at Sears, he...

Michael Mendiola

Michael Mendiola

Jun 21, 2024

Michael Mendiola, known for his love and dedication to his family and friends, filled the lives of those around him with joy and love. Born on August 3, 1971, in Corpus Christi, Texas, Michael's journey came to a peaceful close on June 21, 2024, in Belton, Missouri.

Throughout his life, Michael cherished moments with his loved ones, especially reminiscing about playing...

Chester "Chet" Snyder

Chester "Chet" Snyder

Jun 19, 2024

Chester Cyrus Snyder, Jr. age 90, passed away from this life on June 19, 2024, after a gradual decline in health. At the time of his death, he was surrounded and supported by his loving family and caregivers.

Chester (Chet) was born to Chester and Irene Snyder on January 19, 1934, in Kansas City, Missouri. He graduated from Southeast High School...

Lori S. Newville

Lori S. Newville

Jun 18, 2024

Lori Sue Newville, beloved daughter, sister, wife, and friend, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, June 18th, 2024, at the age of 59. Born on August 7, 1964, to Warren and Paula Kremeier, Lori brought joy and warmth to everyone she met throughout her life.



In 1990, Lori moved to Shawnee, KS from Oklahoma City, then moved to Grain Valley, MO in...

Frank Baute

Frank Baute

Jun 16, 2024

Frank Baute, a dedicated husband and father, passed away on June 16, 2024, in Plano Texas leaving behind a legacy of hard work and determination. He was known for his love for the Chicago Cubs, a passion that brought joy to his life. Frank worked in the Tool and Die industry as a CNC Machinist in Chicago for over 20...

Dorothy L. Coovert

Dorothy L. Coovert

Jun 7, 2024

In the loving memory of Dorothy Lee Coovert 

Dorothy Lee Coovert, a remarkable soul who graced this world on April 17, 1939, in the serene town of Warsaw, Illinois, transitioned peacefully surrounded by her adoring family on June 7, 2024, at the St. Joseph Medical Center. She was a wife to Jack J. Coovert from November 30, 1957, till his passing...

Anita Jean Hensley

Anita Jean Hensley

Jun 5, 2024

Anita "Jean" Miller Hensley was born May 5, 1959, and passed away in the afternoon on Thursday, June 6th unexpectedly in her home. 



She was born in Wausau, Wisconsin but spent the majority of her life in Mesa, Arizona. Later moving to Grandview, MO to be closer to her children and grandchildren. While in Arizona she met and married the love...

Charles S. Coleman, Sr.

Charles S. Coleman, Sr.

Jun 3, 2024

Charles S. Coleman Sr., beloved husband, father, grandfather and friend, passed away June 3, 2024 in his hometown of Kansas City, Missouri.  Born December 29, 1956, to Midelene Coleman, Charles was a lifelong resident of Kansas City, Missouri.Charles’ early years were shared with his sister Mary Childress. A graduate of Lincoln High School, he was most recently employed as a...

Ethan Aaron Davis

Ethan Aaron Davis

Jun 2, 2024



Ethan Aaron Davis, 34, of Blue Springs, MO passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, June 2, 2024 at his home. 

Visitation and funeral services will be held on Friday, June 7th, 2024 at Longview Cemetery Funeral Home, 12700 S.E. Raytown Road, Kansas City, MO, 64149.  Visitation will be held from 12 to 2 P.M. Funeral services to follow at 2 P.M. 

Ethan was born...

Lloyd Hardy Hill

Lloyd Hardy Hill

May 27, 2024

Lloyd Hardy Hill, 89, passed away May 27, 2024.  Graveside services will be held at 2:30pm on Friday, May 31st at Longview Cemetery, followed by light refreshments.

Lloyd was born on December 22, 1934, in Brookfield, MO.  As a youth, he enjoyed hunting and shooting clay pigeons.  He graduated high school in Milan and joined the Army, serving three years in...

Charles Odell Hall

Charles Odell Hall

May 21, 2024

Charles “Pops” Hall, 87, passed away May 21, 2024.  Visitation will be Saturday, June 1st from 1-2pm followed by services at 2pm at Longview Funeral Home.  Burial with full military honors will follow at Longview Cemetery.

Charles was born on June 8, 1936, in Dalton, Georgia, to Cass Odell Hall and Fannie Louise (Bridges) Hall.  He grew up in Georgia with...