Obituaries

Oct 17, 2018

John A. “Jay” Morrison died peacefully at home in Kearney, Missouri on Wednesday October 17, 2018 at the age of 84.

Jay is survived by his wife Eve; children, Susan Walter (Jim), Doug Morrison (Kelly) and Karen Gicante; his sister, Lola Schwartz (Bob) and brother Marvin. He is preceded in death by his parents Dallas and Gracie...

Oct 15, 2018

Robert Keith Harris, 73, of Kansas City, MO passed away on October 15, 2018.

Robert was born on August 23, 1945 to Walter and Georgia Harris. Before retiring in 2005, he worked 41 years for Corn Products International Starch Company and was involved in several positions for the union. Robert was an avid sports fan. He loved...

Oct 15, 2018

Michael Gene White, 66 of Independence, Mo passed away October 15th, 2018. Michael is the son of Roy & Naomi (Midgett) White. Michael was born on September 2nd, 1952 in Poplar Bluff, Missouri. Michael later moved to Independence, Missouri around 1969 where he attended Truman High School. Shortly after graduation he joined the United States Air Force...

Oct 12, 2018

Rosene Eklund, 80, went to be with her Lord and Savior on October 12, 2018.

Lillian Rosene was born to William "Arlo" and Rose "Blanche" (Howard) Adams on August 25, 1938. She spent her early years growing up on her father's farm in Lyndon, Kansas.

On June 11,1961 she married her high school sweetheart, David...

Oct 9, 2018

Marjorie Ella Finch, 92, was born October 14, 1925 to Augusta and Gladys (Gleason) Krueger in Alton, IL. She departed this life on Tuesday, October 9, 2018 at Appleton City Manor in Appleton, MO.  She enjoyed the last nine years of her life with her many friends calling and playing Bingo in Countryside Estates and Appleton City Manor.

Oct 5, 2018

Mary Anna Snapp, 85, of Kansas City, went to be with her Lord and Savior on October 5, 2018.

Mary was born on April 26, 1933 to Orval and Jenny (Taylor) Holeman. She grew up near King City working at her father's restaurant during her early teenage years. It was during that time that she would meet the love...

Oct 5, 2018

William Cassidy Schork of Milton, Florida passed away on Thursday, October 4, 2018, under tragic circumstances. William was born February 16, 2000, in San Diego, California to Elizabeth and Francis Schork.

With a love of music, family and friends, William enjoyed participation with Northgate Middle School, Kansas City, Milton High School, Florida, and youth symphonies of both...

Oct 3, 2018

Paula L. Kastilahn , 84, of Kansas City, Missouri passed away on Wednesday, October 3, 2018.  She was born in Lincoln, Kansas on  July 19, 1934, to the late Paul and Vada (Howe) Ryan.

She was a fierce protector of her family, and was a tremendous role model for her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren.  She...

Oct 2, 2018

Arlette Leona Smallwood, daughter of the late Everitt & Leona (Phillips) Starman, was born on December 4, 1938 and departed this life on October 2, 2018. At the time of her passing she was 79 years, 9 months and 29 days of age.

Arlette truly loved spending time with her family. She loved and cherished the holiday...

Oct 1, 2018

Sharlea Mae Leatherwood, R.Ph., P.D., 67, of Kansas City, Mo., peacefully transcended this plane on October 1, 2018, surrounded by loved ones.  She was the second of four children, born to Charles E. Mercer, III and Audrey M. Mercer on October 19, 1950.  Imbued with both an unassuming fearlessness and an unmitigated generosity of spirit she inherited from her...

Sep 27, 2018

Howard Lloyd Ford, 87, passed away peacefully at home in North Kansas City, Missouri, on Thursday, September 27th holding the hand of his wife of 65 years, Patricia (Pat) and surrounded by his five children:  Teresa Sicks, Wayne Ford, Jan Parrish, Julie Ford and Shari Coulter Ford.

While his body failed him later in life, his mind...

Sep 25, 2018

F. Edward Morgison, 77, of Kansas City, Missouri, passed away Tuesday, September 25, 2018.  He was born October 4, 1940, to Fred and Lena Edna (Chaput) Morgison in Clay Center, Kansas. Ed grew up and attended elementary and high school in Clay Center. He attended Kansas State Teachers College in Emporia, Kansas, and received a Bachelor of Arts degree...

Sep 18, 2018

Jack Yeager, 75, of Kansas City, Missouri, passed away September 18, 2018. He was born in Waverly, Kansas on April 30, 1943, to the late Roy and Iris (Baker) Yeager.

He was a generous man who gave of his time and resources unconditionally. He knew no stranger and sought to help the least among us.

He...

Sep 17, 2018

Barbara Norine Wunsch, 95, of Kansas City, Missouri passed away on September 17, 2018.

Barbara was born to the late Elijah and Mildred (Williams) Howton on May 6, 1923 in Star City, Arkansas.

Barbara had many hobbies and pastimes, but she especially enjoyed cooking. She and her husband even ran their own food truck sharing her excellent...

Sep 17, 2018

Laura Sue Couillard, daughter of Gail (Strawbridge) and the late Walter Couillard, was born on July 21, 1965, in Los Angeles, California and departed this life on September 17, 2018 in Liberty, Missouri. At the time of her passing she was 53 years, 1 month and 26 days of age.

Laura was preceded in passing by her...

Sep 16, 2018

Floyd E. “Sandy” Sanford, Jr., 88, of Gladstone, MO, died at home surrounded by his family on Thursday, September 6, 2018. Visitation will be Tuesday, September 11, 2018 beginning at 10 a.m. at St. Charles Borromeo Catholic Church, 900 NE Shady Lane Kansas City, MO 64118. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11 a.m. Interment with military...

Sep 14, 2018

A. Dale Ricker of Smithville, MO, went home to be with Jesus on September 14, 2018, at the age of 83.

Dale was born on May 24, 1935, in Macks Creek, MO, to Nera Pearl Moulder and Henry Jacob Ricker. He was the second of four children, sister Darlene Ricker Russell and brothers Archie Dee Ricker and...

Sep 10, 2018

Eleanor Virginia Johnson, 89, of Smithville, MO passed away on September 10, 2018.

Eleanor was born on Groundhogs Day, February 2, 1929, in Manhattan, NY to John and Viola Nelson. She married the love of her life, James “Jimmy” Johnson, on November 15, 1958 and had two wonderful children, Carolyn and Jonathan. She was homemaker, but spent much of her time volunteering at her church...

Sep 9, 2018

Florence L. King, 91, of Kansas City, Missouri, died peacefully on Sunday, September 9, 2018. She was born August 26, 1927, in Stockton, Kansas to the late James E. and Vida (Turner) Hammond.

Florence was an avid volunteer; she spent 19 years with the Girl Scout Council, 12 years with St. Luke’s Hospital and was a faithful...

Sep 7, 2018

Shirley Ruth Miller, daughter of the late Clayton & Carletta (Doubet) Witham, was born on September 17, 1928 and departed this life on September 7, 2018. At the time of her passing she was 89 years of age.

Shirley loved the holidays, especially Christmas. She enjoyed making big meals for her family and having her family together....