Obituaries

Sep 9, 2023

DOMENIC "J.R." BRUNO, JR.

Domenic "J.R." Bruno, Jr., age 90, of Peculiar, Missouri passed away September 9, 2023, surrounded by his loving family at Colonial Oaks Senior Living at Leawood.

A graveside service will be held at 12 Noon, Friday, September 22, 2023 at Floral Hills East Cemetery, Lee's Summit, Missouri with military honors.

Sep 7, 2023

WILLIAM LEE DAMERON William Lee Dameron, age 75, of Garden City, Missouri, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, September 7, 2023. In accordance with William's wishes, there will be no public services planned. William was born in Harrisonville, Missouri on January 6, 1948 to Robert Dameron and Betty (Wallace). William worked in Kansas City for many years operating a restaurant....

Sep 5, 2023

WENDY GRIFFITH

Wendy Griffith, age 73, of Raymore, Missouri, passed away on Tuesday, September 5, 2023 at St. Luke's Hospital in Kansas City, Missouri.

Wendy was born on February 4, 1950 in Goose Creek, Texas to Jerry and Maxine Griffith. After graduating high school, Wendy continued her education at UMKC earning a Bachelor degree in...

Sep 4, 2023

CLIFFORD ALLAN DUNFEE

Clifford "Cliff" Allan Dunfee, age 73, of Kansas City, Missouri, passed away on Monday, September 4, 2023 at North Kansas City Hospital. Funeral services will be held on Tuesday, September 12, 2023 at Cullen Funeral Home, 612 W. Foxwood Dr. Raymore, Missouri 64083. Visitation will begin at 11:00 a.m. followed by a funeral at...

Sep 2, 2023

Thomas L. Vantrees, 65, of Lee's Summit, Missouri passed away September 2, 2023 at Life Care Center in Grandview, Missouri.

He was born May 9, 1958 in Des Moines, Iowa. He graduated from Blue Springs High School in 1977. He worked at Lakewood Oaks Golf Club until 2011.

Thomas is survived by his wife, Lori...

Aug 29, 2023

KEVIN WAYNE MYERS

Kevin Wayne Myers, age 71, of Belton, Missouri, beloved father, husband, brother and son, passed away on August 29, 2023 at Menorah Medical Center surrounded by his loving family.

A Celebration of Life visitation will be held on Saturday, September 2, 2023, from 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. at Cullen Funeral Home,...

Aug 28, 2023

RYAN SCOTT DUGGER

Ryan Scott Dugger, age 33, of Belton, Missouri, passed away unexpectedly on Monday, August 28, 2023 at home.

A celebration of Ryan's life will be held at Weirdos Tattoo Shop. 521 N. Scott Ave Belton MO 64012 on Sunday September 10th 12:00-2:00pm.

Ryan was born in Harrisonville, Missouri, on November...

Aug 28, 2023

CALLISTA RACHELLE COTTON

Callista Rachelle Cotton, age 23, of Cleveland, Missouri passed away on Monday, August 28, 2023.

A celebration of Calli's life will be held with a visitation from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. on Monday, September 11, 2023 at Cullen Funeral Home, 612 W. Foxwood Dr. Raymore, Missouri 64083.

Calli was...

Aug 26, 2023

DUSTIN LYNN BARKER

Dustin Lynn Barker, age 32, of Peculiar MO, passed away on August 26, 2023.

A Celebration of Life will be held on Wednesday, September 6, 2023, from 5:00pm – 8:00pm at Cullen Funeral Home, 612 W. Foxwood Dr., Raymore, MO 64083.

Dustin was born April 26, 1991, to Eddie Barker...

Aug 26, 2023

PETER GIBSON

Peter Gibson, age 78, of Raymore, Missouri passed away peacefully at his home on August 26, 2023 surrounded by family.

A Celebration of his life will take place at a later date and time.

Peter was born in Fulton, Missouri, on March 30, 1945, to Harry C. Gibson and Della Sheley....

Aug 23, 2023

RANDALL WAYNE SMITH

Randall "Randy" Wayne Smith, 57, Nevada, Missouri, passed from this life on Wednesday, August 23, 2023. Randy was born November 7, 1965 in Kansas City, Missouri. He was battling cancer. His wife, Elaine Davis survives of the home.

Randy was a beloved husband, father, and grandfather. Randy grew up in Raytown, Missouri....

Aug 23, 2023

KATHY LYNN LOEHR

Kathy Lynn Loehr, 60, of Raymore, Missouri, passed away peacefully on August 23rd, 2023, surrounded by her loving family.

Kathy was born on March 3rd, 1963, to Joann Boone (Brown) of Stockton, Missouri. In 1981, she met Lance Loehr. The two instantly fell in love and married one short year later. Lance...

Aug 22, 2023

Sharon Gutschenritter

Sharon Ann (Seymour) Gutschenritter died peacefully in her home in Raymore, Missouri, on Tuesday, August 22. She would have soon turned 86.

No services are planned per Sharon's request, but it would make her happy to know family and friends are sharing their memories of her with one another.

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Aug 20, 2023

CARL WENDELL COCKRUM, JR. Carl Wendell Cockrum, Jr., age 84, of Raymore, Missouri, passed away unexpectedly from a heart attack on Sunday, August 20, 2023. Services will be held on Saturday, August 26, 2023 at Cullen Funeral Home, 612 W. Foxwood Dr. Raymore, Missouri 64083. Visitation will be held from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. followed by a graveside...

Aug 20, 2023

CAROL A. BEHM

"It's time for me to be moving on," said Carol Behm last year, "I've got people waiting for me." On August 20, 2023, 88-year-old Carol moved on to the people waiting for her.

Carol's family and friends on both sides of this earthly divide know and feel her love. It is a...

Aug 16, 2023

WILLIAM ROBERT UPCHURCH

William Robert Upchurch, age 80, of Raymore, Missouri, passed away on Wednesday, August 16, 2023 at the Kansas City Hospice House.

Services will be held on Wednesday, August 23, 2023 at Cullen Funeral Home, 612 W. Foxwood Dr. Raymore, Missouri 64083. Visitation will begin at 2:00 p.m. followed by a memorial service...

Aug 15, 2023

James Ross Kelso July 5, 1950 – August 15, 2023

Beloved teacher, musician, father, and friend, James Ross Kelso, 73, died peacefully at home in Belton, Mo., on August 15, 2023, surrounded by loved ones.

James was born on July 5, 1950, in Tulsa, Oklahoma, to J D "Jack" and Helen Patton "Pat" Kelso.  It...

Aug 11, 2023

In Loving Memory of Doris Violet Reif

August 16, 1949 - August 11, 2023

With heavy hearts and a profound sense of loss, we gather to remember and celebrate the life of Doris Violet Reif, a remarkable woman who touched the lives of so many with her boundless love, unwavering kindness, and indomitable spirit.

Aug 10, 2023

JEWELL LOUISE COX Jewell Louise "Lou" Cox, age 76, of Peculiar, Missouri, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her loving family on Thursday, August 10, 2023. Services will be held on Tuesday, August 15, 2023 at Cullen Funeral Home, 612 W. Foxwood Dr. Raymore, Missouri 64083. Visitation will begin at 10:00 a.m. followed by a funeral service at...

Aug 7, 2023

SHARON KAY KOSTECKA January 8, 1943 - August 7, 2023

Sharon Kay Kostecka, age 80, of Raymore, Missouri, passed away on Monday, August 7, 2023 surrounded by her loving family members.

Sharon was born in Falcon, Missouri, on January 8, 1943 to Albert Munholland and Gladys Irene (Steward) Munholland. Shortly after graduating high school, Sharon...