Recent Obituaries

Jun 17, 2026

The family of LeeRoy Martens Jr., formerly of Richmond, announces his peaceful passing on June 17, 2026, at Parkway Assisted Living in Blue Springs, Missouri.

LeeRoy was born on May 13, 1935, in Sugartree, Missouri, to Ruth "Kelb" Oster and LeeRoy E. Martens, who preceded him in death. He was 91 years young.

LeeRoy shared...

Jun 16, 2026

Wayne Englebert Scheible, 85, of Richmond, passed away Tuesday, June 16, 2026, at Shirkey Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Richmond.

Wayne was born on July 1, 1940, in Norborne, the son of Chester and Helen (Bredemier) Scheible.  He was united in marriage to Linda Ruth Stewart of Carrollton on June 2, 1961; she preceded him in death...

Jun 15, 2026

Lois Maureen Chalmers, 82, of Kearney, passed away Monday, June 15, 2026, at North Care Hospice House in North Kansas City.

Lois was born on October 27, 1943, in Los Angeles, CA, the daughter of Ernest Floyd and Maurine (Barber) Campbell.  She was united in marriage to Tommy Lynn Chalmers of Waxahachie, TX, on March 18, 1981;...

Jun 14, 2026

Dane Christian Cordes, 26, of Richmond, Missouri, passed away on June 14, 2026, in Butler, Missouri.

Dane was born on August 20, 1999, in Michigan. He lived life with a spirit of adventure, embracing every opportunity with enthusiasm, courage, and a smile that could light up any room. Those who knew Dane will remember his spontaneous nature,...

Jun 13, 2026

Shirley Anita Judd, 89, of Richmond, passed away Saturday, June 13, 2026, at North Care Hospice House in North Kansas City.

Shirley was born on November 6, 1936, in Ray County, the daughter of Aubrey Kenneth and Anna Mae (Davis) Lee.  She was united in marriage to Floyd Judd of Henrietta on May 25, 1957; he preceded...

Jun 11, 2026

Donna "Lucille" Wicker, 89, of Richmond, passed away Thursday, June 11, 2026, at Shirkey Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Richmond.

Lucille was born on April 15, 1937, in Swanwick, rural Richmond, Missouri, the daughter of James M. Liles and Grace (Brown) Liles.  Lucille was the youngest of 12 children.

Lucille was united in marriage to...

Jun 11, 2026

Renee Lucille Quillen, 72, of Richmond, passed away unexpectedly Thursday, June 11, 2026, at her home.

Renee was born on October 22, 1954, in Omaha, NE, the daughter of Howard and Ethel Lucille (Bessey) Grieb.  She was united in marriage to Wesley Quillen of Independence in October of 1972; he survives of the home.

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Jun 9, 2026

Frederick "Fred" Homer Monteil, Jr., 75, of Richmond, passed away unexpectedly Tuesday, June 9, 2026, at his home.

Fred was born on January 24, 1951, in Kansas City, MO, the son of Fredrick Homer Monteil, Sr. and Frances Bernice (Gaither) Monteil.

Survivors include: two sons, Caleb (Alaina) Monteil of Colorado and Nathan (Cynthia) Monteil of...

Jun 9, 2026

Chanda Reana Johnson, 49, of Richmond, passed away Tuesday, June 9, 2026, at St. Luke's Hospital in Kansas City.

Chanda was born on June 10, 1976, in Lexington, the daughter of Timothy "Tim" Johnson and Judith "Judy" Ann Adams.

Survivors include: her mother and stepfather, Judy and Dale Minnick of Richmond; father, Tim Johnson of...

Jun 7, 2026

Janice Elizabeth Hawkins, 85, of Richmond, Missouri, entered peacefully into the presence of her Lord and Savior at home, surrounded by the love of her family as they sang her favorite gospel hymns.

Janice was born in Sedalia, Missouri, to Arthur Guy and Anna May King. As a young girl, her family moved to Kansas City, Missouri,...

Jun 6, 2026

Kim Allen Branson 74, a resident of Richmond, passed away on Saturday, June 6, 2026, surrounded by his family. Kim was the son of Leroy and Nadine (Robinson) Branson. On June 24, 1988, Kim and Karen Carter were united in marriage, she survives of the home.

Additional survivors include: son, Brad (Karla) Branson of Richmond; daughter, Tracy...

Jun 3, 2026

Elora Marie Moentmann, 91, passed away Wednesday, June 3, 2026, at North Care Hospice House in North Kansas City, MO.

Elora was born on March 8, 1935, at the home of her parents, Marie (Wittrock) and Edward Brandt, in Cole Camp, MO.  She was baptized on March 24, 1935, and later confirmed at St. Paul's Lutheran Church,...

Jun 3, 2026

Charles Ray "Chuck" Fifer, 66, of Odessa, passed away Wednesday, June 3, 2026, at Kansas City Hospice House.

Chuck was born on May 21, 1960, in Richmond, the son of Raymond Isaac and Velma Mae (Horine) Fifer.  He was united in marriage to Kimberly Trusty on May 27, 2017; she survives of the home.

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May 31, 2026

Ethel Jean Reavis, 89, of Richmond, passed away Sunday, May 31, 2026, at Ray County Memorial Hospital in Richmond.

Ethel was born on October 1, 1936, in Richmond, the daughter of George Thomas and Viola (Chaney) Graham.  She was united in marriage to Donald Evert Reavis of Richmond on April 9, 1966; he...

May 26, 2026

Truman Ward Beasley, 84, of Richmond, previously of Lebanon, passed away Tuesday, May 26, 2026, at Shirkey Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Richmond.

Truman was born on December 31, 1941, in Ray County, the son of Paul E. and Luella E. (McFee) Beasley.

Cremation with no services to be scheduled, but you may leave your...

May 20, 2026

Billy Gene (Mise) Misenhelter passed away on Wednesday, May 20, 2026, at his home in Richmond, MO, surrounded by his loving family.

Billy was born in Polo, MO, to Vivian (Bowers) Misenhelter and Leonard Misenhelter; both preceded him in death.

Billy is survived by his wife, Susie Misenhelter.  His children: Aaron (Lori) Misenhelter, Vincent (Mindy)...

May 17, 2026

Jeffrey "Jeff" Thomas Strathman, 71, of Carrollton, passed away Sunday, May 17, 2026, at North Care Hospice House in North Kansas City.

Jeff was born on April 10, 1955, in Carroll County, the son of Norman G. and Muriel E. (Gieschen) Strathman.  He was united in marriage to Carlene L. Mais of Carrollton on November 5, 1983;...

May 13, 2026

Noah Lee Estes, 63, of Richmond, passed away unexpectedly from injuries sustained in a motorcycle/deer accident early morning on Wednesday, May 13, 2026, on his way to work.

Noah was born on October 10, 1962, in Richmond, the son of Noah Samuel and Naomi Lee (Gregg) Estes.  He was united in marriage to Stephanie Ann Daugherty of...

May 9, 2026

Sandra "Sandy" J. Burns, 74, of Richmond, Missouri, passed away Saturday morning, May 9, 2026, at Ignite Medical Resort in Kansas City, Missouri.

Sandra was born on October 4, 1951, to Bob and Hazel Burns of Richmond, Missouri.  She never strayed far from her roots, living virtually her entire life in Richmond.  She graduated from Richmond High...

May 7, 2026

Viola Ann Farris, 82, of Richmond, passed away Thursday, May 7, 2026, at North Kansas City Hospital.

Viola was born on February 26, 1944, in Stet, the daughter of Everett Price and Verna Elizabeth (McElwee) Roberts.  She was united in marriage to Clarence "Marshall" Farris of Orrick on July 17, 1970; he preceded her in death on...