Obituaries

Nov 3, 2022

Janet M. Farrior, 84, of Canton, Ohio graduated to glory on Thursday, November 3, 2022.

She was born February 10, 1938 in Pana, Illinois to the late Lewis and Blanche (Maloney) Rubenking.

Janet was a cherished only child. She had many stories of childhood imaginary friends, baking cookies with her mother, playing with her cousins...

Oct 31, 2022

The Lord called Donna June Tyler home on October 31, 2022, after a long, complicated battle with various health issues.

Donna was born in Kansas City, MO to Lois and Don Ray as the older of two daughters.  All through life, Donna was known as an avid animal lover and never met a puppy or kitten she didn't love....

Oct 30, 2022

Bradley J. Rethford, 37, of Independence, Missouri died on Sunday October 30, 2022.  He was born in Independence, Missouri on June 21, 1985.

Brad loved the outdoors; hunting, fishing and working. He was a window, door, siding and flooring installer until his health declined. He enjoyed watching the Chiefs play and his nieces play soccer and cheer....

Oct 29, 2022

A devoted educator, talented musician, avid cyclist, rabid sports fan, and loving son/partner/brother/friend, Paul Michael Lichtenauer, passed away on Saturday, October 29, 2022. He was forty-one years old. Born to Peggy and George Lichtenauer, Paul earned a bachelor's degree in Communications from the University of Missouri – Kansas City, a master's degree in education from the University of Central...

Oct 22, 2022

Frances “Fran” Marie Dorris, 90, of Independence, Missouri passed away at her home on October 22, 2022. Fran was born in Alton, Missouri to Posey and Missy Booker on November 22, 1931. Later after high school Fran met the love of her life Phillip Dorris, and they were blessed with a son Jeff.

After the passing of...

Oct 14, 2022

Michele Marie Preisinger entered into eternal rest October 14, 2022, with her family at her side.

Michele was born December 26, 1949, in Leader Saskatchewan, Canada to Reverend Edgar and Jane Priess. Following God’s call on their lives, the young Priess family served congregations in Ortonville, Minnesota, Cody, Wyoming, and finally Norborne, Missouri, where Michele graduated from...

Oct 12, 2022

Orville L. Alsup, of Lee’s Summit, MO, passed away October 12th, 2022, at the age of 100 years, 10 months, and 27 days. He was born November 15, 1921, son of the late Charles Lee and late Violina May (Moore) Alsup in Bucoda, MO. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a son, Larry C....

Oct 2, 2022

Susan Margaret (Wescoat) Faustlin, 74, of Lee’s Summit, MO passed away peacefully at home on October 2, 2022. Susan was born into the loving home of Herbert Wescoat & Betty (Burnham) Wescoat on October 23, 1947, in Kansas City, Missouri.

Susan would attend Grandview High School and graduate in 1965. She would raise 3 children, Lisa, Bobby...

Oct 2, 2022

Herbert W. Bowers, 84, of Lee’s Summit, passed away on October 2, 2022.  Visitation will be from 1-2pm on Friday, October 7 followed by services at 2pm, all at Longview Funeral Home.  Burial will follow at Longview Cemetery.  Memorial contributions are suggested to the Parkinson’s Foundation or the KC Pet Project.

Herb was born on January 23,...

Oct 2, 2022

Dale William Eagles, 83, of Lee’s Summit, passed away October 2, 2022.  He was born October 29, 1938 in Kansas City, Missouri to Fletcher and Ruth (Lewis) Eagles.

Dale was a member of the U. S. Army National Guard and Reserves and spent his entire working life as a lithographer for large printing presses.  He married Letah...

Sep 29, 2022

Alex Michael Coomer, 40, of Kansas City, Missouri passed away unexpectedly on September 29, 2022. Alex was born into the loving home of Allan Gene Coomer and Carol Ann (Zuniga) Coomer on January 20, 1982, in Kansas City, Missouri. Although Alex’s life was short his big loving heart will live on in memory with his family and friends.

Sep 15, 2022

James Leon Herrod Sr. (Pookie) passed away peacefully at his home on September 15, 2022. He was born into the loving home of Leonard Herrod and Alice (Kornegay) Herrod on October 23, 1938, in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma.

Pookie received his education in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. He graduated from Faver High School in 1955. He went on to...

Sep 13, 2022

Norma Jean Corbin, 90, of Independence, Mo passed away peacefully on September 13, 2022, surrounded by her loving family. She was born on August 03, 1932, to the late Roy and Eula Fairchild. She was married to the love of her life, Emory T. Corbin.

Norma was a faithful member of the Country Meadows Baptist Church in...

Sep 6, 2022

Joe Tom Hicks Sr., 81, of Kansas City, Missouri passed away peacefully on September 6, 2022. He was born on October 21, 1940, in Sunflower, Mississippi to the loving union of James & Mary Hicks. He was the second son of three boys. His Father, Mother and his older brother John have preceded him in death.

At an...

Sep 4, 2022

Dora Lee Anderson, 88, of Belton, Missouri passed away peacefully on September 4, 2022, at Belton Regional Hospital. Dora was born into the loving home of Doug and Stella McFarland on April 11, 1934, in Woodville, Mississippi.

Dora was a hard-working woman that had a heart of gold. She would help anyone that truly needed and willing...

Aug 24, 2022

Steven Michael Zagar, 70, of Grandview, Missouri passed away peacefully on August 24, 2022, in Kansas City, Missouri. Steven was born on March 4, 1952, in Kansas City, Kansas to the home of Frank Anthony Zagar and Frances R. (Heenan) Manis.

Steven met the love of his life Carol Hix, and they were married.  From this union...

Aug 24, 2022

Mary K. Sands, 62, of Raytown, MO passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, August 24th, 2022, surrounded by her loving family. Mary was born to Kenneth and Doris Johnson (Hall) on November 28, 1959. She grew up in Raytown, MO and graduated from Raytown South Senior High School in 1978. Mary met her first husband, Glen, in high school. They...

Aug 23, 2022

Louis J. Miller Jr, 72, of Claycomo, MO left this earth on August 23rd, 2022.  Our hearts and souls are heavy with his absence.

Lou was born on October 17th, 1949, to Lola and Louis J Miller Sr. in Kansas City, MO. After graduating from North Kansas City High School in 1967, Lou was drafted by the...

Aug 20, 2022

Like a Wild Mustang he couldn't  be broken. A Free spirit, harnessed only by his true nature. He always showed up and showed out!

April 23 1963, Samuel Byron Warren was born to the union of Wilda & Clifford Warren, and later brought up by Dennis Winslett. In his youth he enjoyed sports with a highlight in...

Aug 11, 2022

Larry Lee Corum, 66. Of Grandview, Missouri, passed away on August 11, 2022, in Kansas City, Missouri at the Kansas City Hospice House. Larry was born to LeRoy and Shirley M. Corum in Butler, Missouri on November 30, 1955.

He was a track athlete with an exceptional GPA while attending Ruskin High School. He enjoyed working on...