Obituaries
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...
Richard "Dick" Murray
Aug 25, 2023
Richard “Dick” Murray, 78, of Lee’s Summit, MO, passed away on August 25, 2023 in Independence, MO.
Dick was born July 12, 1945 in Lackawanna, NY the son of Richard Washington Murray and Mary Jane (Kavanaugh) Murray. He was educated in Catholic schools from kindergarten through graduate school, receiving his MBA from Rockhurst University. His professional career spanned five...
Billy G. Erwin
Aug 24, 2023
Billy Gene Erwin, age 77, of Lee’s Summit, passed away August 24, 2023, at home surrounded by his family.
Billy was born October 13, 1945, in Kansas City Missouri to Ernest and Ruth Erwin. He was the younger of two children. He attended grade school at Seven Oaks in K.C. and then moved to Raytown and attended Southwood...
William "Bill" Lee
Aug 22, 2023
William Donald Lee, age 92, of Lee’s Summit, Missouri passed away on August 22, 2023, at Lee’s Summit Medical Center. With heavy hearts, we mourn the loss of a kind and gentle soul who brought joy and laughter to all who knew him. Bill's warm demeanor, great sense of humor, and genuine love for his family left an indelible mark...
Richard Roy Andresen
Aug 22, 2023
Richard (Dick) Andresen (1935-2023)
Richard Roy Andresen was born Aug. 15, 1935, to Roy and Gladys Andresen of Bloomfield, NE, and lived to be 88 years old (like the number of keys on the piano he played so well). He grew up an only child but with many deep friendships in their small town, helping out at his dad’s drugstore...
Betty "Jean" Burrow
Aug 17, 2023
Betty “Jean” King Burrow
Jean was born at her grandmother’s home in Galena, Missouri in a round room to parents Susie May Craig and Clarence Otto King on March 17, 1923, and passed away five months after her 100th birthday on August 17, 2023. She graduated from Carl Junction High School in 1941 and had fond memories of growing up...
Robert Dale Johnson
Aug 16, 2023
Robert D. Johnson, 84, of Grandview, Mo., passed away on August 16, 2023 in Kansas City, Mo. Robert Dale Johnson was born January 25, 1939 in Kansas City, Mo., the son of LeRoy L. Johnson and Stella G. Mann. He graduated from Paseo High School and attended the Junior College of Kansas City. In 1958, he began work for Milgram...
Kenneth F. Sulzen
Aug 13, 2023
Kenneth (Ken) Francis Sulzen, 92 years old, a beloved life-long resident of Kansas City passed away on Sunday August 13th surrounded by his loving family, after a long battle with cancer. Born on April 7, 1931, in Kansas City, Kansas, Ken led a life filled with faith, devotion to family, and countless memories that will be cherished by those who...
Logan James Young
Aug 10, 2023
Logan Young, 28, of Kansas City, MO, died on his motorcycle on August 10th, 2023. A fourth generation “tree man,” Logan was a Kansas-certified arborist. He was an expert climber and had a gift for pruning and shaping a tree to perfection. He was employed by Cartwright Tree Care in Grandview, MO.
His passions were hunting, fishing, and anything with wheels...
Joanne Marie Muren
Aug 4, 2023
Joanne Marie Jones Muren age 89 passed away on August 4, 2023, in Lee’s Summit, MO.
Born in Madison, WI, Joanne stayed close to home and was a graduate of Edgewood Grade School, High School (’52) and College (’58) where she earned a degree in Elementary Education. Joanne married the following year. Her life’s journey took her to multiple towns...
Charles W. "Buck" Turner
Aug 1, 2023
Charles W. (Buck) Turner, 86, of Raytown, Missouri, passed away August 1, 2023 at Saint Luke’s Hospice House in Kansas City, Missouri.
Buck was born January 3, 1937 in Oskaloosa, Missouri to Virgil E. and Annabelle Page Turner. He was raised in Oskaloosa, Missouri and attended Oskaloosa schools.
Buck proudly served in the Army and was stationed overseas in France...
Mike Downey
Jul 24, 2023
John Michael Downey, 74, of Lee’s Summit, MO, passed away Monday, July 24, 2023, after an 18-month struggle with MDS and leukemia. He was born August 9, 1948, to Dr. James (Jim) Downey and Clara (Haas) Downey in Kansas City, MO. He attended St. Agnes Elementary, Rockhurst High School (class of 1966). He earned a BA degree in English in...
Ruth Delores Miller
Jul 23, 2023
Ruth D. Miller, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away on July 23, 2023, in Lee's Summit, Missouri. She was born on August 17, 1938, in the thriving city of Kansas City, Missouri. Ruth led a remarkable life filled with love, devotion, and countless cherished memories.Ruth's incredible career as the Executive Secretary of the Kauffman Foundation showcased her dedication...
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