Recent Obituaries

Aug 1, 2024

James "Jim" Everett Fisher, II, 66, of Kansas City, passed away Thursday, August 1, 2024, at Liberty Hospital.

Jim was born on January 17, 1958, in Smithville, the son of James Everett Fisher, Sr. and Jacqueline (Kist) Fisher.  Unfortunately, his father died in an automobile accident prior to his birth.

Survivors include: his mother, Jackie...

Jul 31, 2024

Edward Martin "Marty" Corle, 61, of Richmond, passed away Wednesday, July 31, 2024, at the University of Kansas Medical Center in Kansas City, KS.

Marty was born on September 4, 1962, in Ray County, the son of Edward Earl "Ed" and Lula Marie (Dambacher) Corle.  He was united in marriage to Norma June Howard of Richmond in...

Jul 22, 2024

Richard Dean Hartnett, 61, of Richmond, passed away Monday, July 22, 2024, at Centerpoint Medical Center in Independence.

Richard was born on October 2, 1962, in Richmond, the son of John and Carol (Hartman) Hartnett.  Richard shared his life with his significant other, Pam Kenaga of Richmond, for the past nine years.  Their relationship was a continuation...

Jul 13, 2024

David Earl Case, 77 years old, died peacefully at his home near Stet Missouri on July 13, 2024.  He was preceded in death by his parents Burr Case, Jr. and Eva Marie (Harper) Case, and Sister in laws Joy (Vandivort) Case, and Marsha (Brown) Allen.  He is survived by his wife, Sharon (Allen) Case, their children Michelle (Shannon) Hall...

Jul 12, 2024

Jerry Keith Malloy, 79, of Henrietta, passed away Friday, July 12, 2024, at the University of Kansas in Kansas City, KS.

Jerry was born on March 4, 1945, in Bucklin, the son of Russell Carlos and Georgia May (Sappington) Malloy.  He was united in marriage to Joyce Elaine Clay of Richmond in November of 1966; they later...

Jul 12, 2024

Vicky Lynn Simpson, 63, of Richmond, passed away Friday, July 12, 2024, at North Kansas City Hospital in North Kansas City, MO.

Vicky was born on September 20, 1960, in Calhoun City, MS, the daughter of Wallace and Frances (Lancaster) Goodson.  She was united in marriage to Brian E. Simpson of Richmond, MO, on June 12, 1988;...

Jul 5, 2024

Michael "Mike" Wayne Vance, 72, of Richmond, passed away Friday, July 5, 2024, at his home.

Michael was born on December 12, 1951, in Lexington, the son of Vern E. and Lillian "Florence" (Hessenflow) Vance.  He was united in marriage to his soulmate, Tobi Todd, of Harrisonville on January 16, 1999; she survives of the home.

Jul 5, 2024

Marilyn Kay Martin, 82, of Lone Jack, MO, passed away Friday, July 5, 2024, at her home, surrounded by her loving family.

Marilyn was born on June 8, 1942, in Kansas City, MO, the daughter of Charles and Lucille (Dillard) Dyer.  She married James R. "Jim" Martin of Kansas City, on December 10, 1960, at her parent's...

Jul 4, 2024

Edward "Ed" Thomas Goligoski, 71, of Polo, passed away Thursday, July 4, 2024, in Boonville.

Edward was born on April 20, 1953, in Stockton, CA, the son of Edward Robert and Cleo Larene (McCain) Goligoski.

Survivors include son, Jerry (Lesley) Goligoski of Fulton; two daughters, Mindy (Derrick) Rice of Columbia and Brett (Thomas) McCorkendale of...

Jul 4, 2024

Faye Marie Morgan, 86, was called to Heaven on Thursday, July 4th, 2024, at Silvercrest at Deer Creek in Overland Park, Kansas.

Faye was born in rural Iowa to Bill and Grace (Scott) Watson on June 14th, 1938.

Faye was a student at Central Missouri State Teachers College.  She was named freshman Beauty Queen and...

Jun 29, 2024

Charles Phillip "Bubbie" Rugg, 78, of Richmond, passed away Saturday, June 29, 2024, at NorthCare Hospice House in North Kansas City.

Bubbie was born on September 29, 1945, in Richmond, the son of Clair Phillip and Iva Loraine (Frazier) Rugg.  He was united in marriage to Jennifer Shroyer of Lexington on July 8, 1966; she survives of...

Jun 26, 2024

Gwendolyn "Gwen" Martha Gilbow, 66, of Richmond, passed away Wednesday, June 26, 2024, at Centerpoint Medical Center in Independence.

Gwen was born on July 11, 1957, in Richmond, the daughter of William and Flossie (Folkes) Kohl.  She was united in marriage to James "Jim" L. Gilbow of Hardin on June 7, 1975; he survives of the home....

Jun 24, 2024

Sarah Lee (Bisbee) Carr Hogan, 88, of Norborne, passed away Monday, June 24, 2024, at Shirkey Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Richmond.

Sarah was born April 13, 1936, to George Arzy Bisbee and Naomi (Cox) Bisbee.  She grew up in the Knoxville and Stet communities.  She graduated from Stet High School in 1954 and married Gerald Carr...

Jun 17, 2024

Tara MayAnn Skelton, 47, peacefully passed away to be with her Lord and Savior on June 17, 2024, at Ignite Medical Resort in Kansas City, surrounded by her loving family, after bravely battling cancer.

Tara was born on November 24, 1976, in Independence, IA, the cherished daughter of David and Connie (Ohrt) Traver. She married Micheal Dennis...

Jun 15, 2024

Kenneth "Kenny" Eugene Jenkins, 86, of Richmond, passed away Saturday, June 15, 2024, at his home, surrounded by his loving family.

Kenny was born on September 3, 1937, in Richmond, the son of John F. and Martha (Alexander) Jenkins.  He was united in marriage to Marjorie Grugin of Atlanta on July 6, 1958; she survives of the...

Jun 10, 2024

Melvin James Harmon, 84, of Camden, passed away Monday, June 10, 2024, at North Care Hospice House in North Kansas City.

Melvin was born on February 14, 1940, in North Kansas City, the son of Willis R. and Wilma Clastine (Malott) Harmon.  He was united in marriage to Donna L. King of Homer, NE, in February of...

Jun 7, 2024

Margaret "Ann" King, 89, of Orrick, passed away Friday, June 7, 2024, at her home, surrounded by her loving family.

Margaret was born on August 29, 1934, in Flemming, the daughter of Floyd and Ethel Lottie (Brinkley) Claypole.  She was united in marriage to Arch Ellis King of Orrick on May 19, 1956; he preceded her in...

Jun 5, 2024

Kris Raymond Polson, 55, of Polo, MO, passed away peacefully Wednesday, June 5, 2024, at his home, surrounded by his loving family.

Kris was born on December 24, 1968, in Santa Monica, CA, the son of Jerry and Peggy (Jensen) Polson.  He was sealed for time and all eternity to Cheryl Turner of Roy, UT, on January...

Jun 3, 2024

Shelia Jean Littrell, 68, of Richmond, passed away Monday, June 3, 2024, at Kansas University Medical Center in Kansas City, KS.

Shelia was born on October 5, 1955, in Ray County, the daughter of Melvin Theodore and Melba Luella (Bransteitter) Leach.  She was united in marriage to Terry Eugene Littrell of Wheeling on February 14, 1987; he...

Jun 3, 2024

Franklin Eugene Herod, 90, of Richmond, passed away Monday, June 3, 2024, at his daughter, Connie's, home in Grand Pass.

Franklin was born on August 31, 1933, in Richmond, the son of Philip Thomas and Nealy (Lyle) Herod.  He was united in marriage to Betty Sue Bellis of Richmond on January 31, 1953; she preceded him in...