Obituaries
Thomas C. Graves
Oct 17, 2023
Thomas C. Graves, known to friends and loved ones as Tom, passed away on October 17, 2023, at the age of 88 in Leawood, Kansas. He was born on July 15, 1935, to Chester and Cleo Graves in his beloved hometown of Kansas City, Missouri. Being raised with his sister Mary, Tom led an exceptional life filled with accomplishments, passions,...
Charles Norman Smith Sr.
Oct 16, 2023
More than education, more than experience, more than training, Charles Norman Smith’s level of resilience and tenacity would determine his success in life. Born to Mattie and Harold Smith on April 9, 1934, the youngest of five children; two sisters and two brothers.Despite the obstacles of his childhood, Charles made the mature choice at the young age of 16 to...
Barbara "Bobbi" Jean Bates
Oct 15, 2023
Barbara Jean Bates, also known as Bobbi, passed away on October 15, 2023, at the age of 67 in Lee’s Summit, Missouri. She was born on December 24, 1955, in Kansas City, Missouri. Bobbi was a beloved mother, grandmother and daughter.
Bobbi was a single mother of three, which she considered her primary occupation. She dedicated her life to raising...
Rowena "Robbie" Hampton
Oct 14, 2023
Rowena “Robbie” (Leimenstoll) Hampton, beloved daughter, wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away on October 14, 2023, in Kansas City, Missouri at St. Luke’s Hospice House. Robbie and her husband, Archie Darrell Hampton, were long time residents at Foxwood Springs Senior Living in Raymore, Missouri and we would like to thank them for all their love and support especially the...
Lois Elane Welch
Oct 13, 2023
Lois Elane Welch, beloved daughter, wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away on October 13, 2023, in Belton, Missouri. She was born on May 31, 1943, in Algona, Iowa to Carl & Harmka (Ricks)Harms. She was baptized in July of 1943 at the Ramsey Reformed Church of Titonka, Iowa. Later Lois graduated high school from Titonka Consolidate High School in...
Keffa Yeshua Beckum
Oct 9, 2023
Sweet Baby Keffa Yeshua Beckum was stillborn on October 9th, 2023, at 6:56pm at home surrounded by his mommy, daddy and his sisters’ Isabel and Grace and 3 loving midwives.
Keffa’s time in the womb was easeful & beautiful. He loved to hear his sisters speak and his daddy sing to him each day; he would move and kick when...
Mary Ann Gall
Oct 6, 2023
Mary Ann Heuertz Gall was the second born of Anthony J. “Tony” and Anne Heuertz. Due to her father’s work, she spent her childhood in Atchison and Dodge City, Kansas, moved to St. Joseph, Missouri, where she attended the Convent of the Sacred Heart High School for 3 years, then moved to Savannah, Missouri, where she graduated from Savannah High...
Theresa Marie Miller
Oct 5, 2023
Theresa Marie Miller, 79 of Kansas City, Missouri passed away on October 5, 2023, from complications from an extended illness. A memorial service will be held on Saturday, October 21, 2023, from 2-4 p.m. at Longview Funeral Home located at 12700 SE Raytown Rd Kansas City, Missouri 64149. Theresa was born in Seneca Falls, New York on October 31, 1943....
Elizabeth "Lizzie" Ann Young
Oct 4, 2023
Elizabeth (Lizzie) Ann Young, age 49, unexpectedly passed away on October 4, 2023.
Lizzie is survived by her sisters Kathy Young and Brenda Edwards; her nieces who were like daughters to her Kayla, Allyson, Mary, and Melissa; her nephews who were like sons Matt, Josh, and John; and many friends and relatives she was fond of.
Lizzie was...
Shelby Jean Rayfield
Sep 26, 2023
Shelby Jean Rayfield, lovingly known as Shelby, departed from this world on September 26, 2023, leaving behind a legacy of compassion and kindness.
The daughter of Guy and Mable Begley, she was born on May 2, 1943, in Fort Leonard Wood, Missouri, and grew up in the Stoutland area. At Stoutland High School, she was an enthusiastic cheerleader who cheered...
Virginia "Jenny" Mae Embree
Sep 25, 2023
Virginia “Jenny” Mae Embree, 93, of Shawnee, Kansas, passed away peacefully on September 25, 2023, in the loving care of a hospice.
Jenny was born on April 10, 1930, to Fred and Mayme Burns in Coffey, Missouri. She married Junior Ashford on September 17, 1947, and she had her only son Richard on June 13, 1949. They later divorced and...
Ronald R. Galvin
Sep 25, 2023
Rev. Dr. Ronald R. Galvin, 76, of Lee’s Summit, Missouri passed away September 25th, 2023.
Ron was a retired Presbyterian Minister serving several local churches with his career spanning almost 40 years. Adventure was always on the horizon for Ron; hiking and spelunking whenever he got the chance in his younger years.
Ron helped run his father’s appliance store as...
Lawrence "Dale" Peery
Sep 24, 2023
Lawrence "Dale" Peery, a beloved figure in the community, passed away on September 24, 2023, leaving behind a legacy of kindness, dedication, and unwavering faith. Known for his career as a computer operator and his selfless volunteer work at Unity Village Chapel, Dale touched the lives of many throughout his remarkable journey.Born on September 18, 1935, in Kansas City, Missouri,...
Orville Lee Banker
Sep 23, 2023
Orville Lee Banker, 95, of Grandview, Missouri passed away peacefully the morning of September 23rd, 2023, surrounded by his loving family.
He was born in Hartington, Nebraska, February 27th, 1928. He enlisted in the United States Army in 1946 later enlisting into the United States Air Force in 1950 where he served 20 years. He then worked for the US...
Alfred Joseph Blixt
Sep 19, 2023
Alfred (Al) Joseph Blixt, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend to many, passed away on September 19, 2023, in Lee's Summit, Missouri. Born on September 11, 1935, in Lexington, Missouri, Al lived a life filled with love and laughter. He was surrounded by his loving family at the time of his passing.
Al's military service in the United States...
Dimitrios "Jimmy" Milis
Sep 19, 2023
Dimitrios "Jimmy" Milis, a beloved husband, father, and culinary genius, passed away peacefully at his home in Shawnee, Kansas on September 19, 2023. Born on January 30, 1951, in Athens, Greece, Jimmy's life was a vibrant celebration of food, family, and culture.From a young age, Jimmy displayed a deep passion for gastronomy. He honed his skills and mastered the culinary...
Arlene C. Spohn
Sep 10, 2023
Arlene C. Spohn, 91, of Belton, passed away September 10, 2023. A graveside service for family will be held at Longview Cemetery.
Arlene was preceded in death by her husband, Arnold E. Spohn, Jr., and a son, Richard Arn Spohn. She is survived by a son, Tim Spohn, a daughter, Lynette Spohn, along with her grandchildren and great grandchildren.
Marilyn Mann
Sep 5, 2023
Marilyn Mann, a mother, grandmother, and member of her community, passed away on September 5, 2023, in Independence, Missouri. She was born on June 3, 1951, in Kansas City, Missouri to Walter Miller and Mary Bascone. Marilyn was known for her diverse careers which included being a barber for many years and selling vehicles at a local dealership, but it...
Stephen F. Dailey
Sep 4, 2023
Stephen Forest Dailey (Steve) passed away peacefully on September 4, 2023, at his home in Lee’s Summit after a short battle with pancreatic cancer. He was born February 5, 1953, in Terre Haute, IN.
Steve grew up in Terre Haute where he met the love of his life, Diane (Pound) Dailey at 17. They married on April 27, 1973, and...
Rose-Marie Carpenter
Aug 26, 2023
Our dear mother, Rose-Marie Carpenter, sadly passed at age 90 on August 26,2023. She passed peacefully surrounded by her loved ones after a long battle with dementia. She will be put to rest with her loving husband of 54 years Thomas Carpenter. In our sadness it is comforting to know that they have been reunited for eternity. The funeral will...
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