Obituaries

Jan 18, 2026

ALLAN L. ANTHONY

Allan L. Anthony, age 84, of Raymore, Missouri passed away on Sunday, January 18, 2026, at Sunrise Nursing & Memory Care.

A Celebration of his life is pending at this time.

Allan was born in Lebanon, Missouri on September 12, 1941, the son of Leo Anthony and Ollie (Blankenship) Anthony....

Jan 16, 2026

MARY L. PENDERGRAFT

Mary L. Pendergraft, age 83, of Belton, Missouri, went home to be with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on January 16, 2026, surrounded by love and family.

Mary was a woman of deep and abiding faith. She trusted fully in the promises of God and lived her life grounded in Scripture....

Jan 15, 2026

JACOB NATHANIEL PINE

With deep sorrow, the family of Jacob Nathaniel Pine, age 29, announces his passing on January 15, 2026, in Raymore, Missouri. Jacob's life, though far too brief, was filled with quiet strength, creativity, and moments of genuine joy that will be remembered always by those who knew and loved him.

Jacob was...

Jan 14, 2026

JUDY ANN HAYS

Judy Ann Hays, 77, passed away at her home on Wednesday January 14, 2026. Judy lived a contented life, loving her friends and family and enjoying reading and her TV programs from her favorite rocking chair in her living room. She loved animals, especially dogs and her beloved Callie most of all. She was a wonderful sister, daughter,...

Jan 7, 2026

COACH JOHN LEVRA

Coach John Levra, age 88, passed away on January 7, 2026, in Leawood, KS, surrounded by his family. He was born at home in Arma, Kansas, on October 2, 1937, to Pete and Minnie Levra. In 1958, he married his best friend and supporter, Rosie (Lee) of Lamar, MO. They shared 68 football seasons together.

Coach Levra lived a...

Jan 7, 2026

Janet Kay Boyce (December 9, 1958 – January 7, 2026)

Janet Kay Boyce (née Winland), 67, of Raymore, Missouri, passed away suddenly at her home on January 7, 2026.

Born in Lovell, Wyoming, to Wilbur and Marjorie Winland, She moved to the Kansas City area in 1989 to make a new life with her husband...

Jan 2, 2026

EUGENIA GAYLE "GINA" MOORE

Eugenia Gayle "Gina" Moore, aged 60, passed away peacefully in the early hours of January 2, 2026.

A beloved sister, aunt, and friend, Gina will be remembered for her unending kindness, generosity, and love. Born in Kansas City, Missouri to Ernest and Rose Moore, Gina lived in Missouri her whole life....

Jan 1, 2026

Rita Kay (Waldron) Harmon

Rita Kay (Waldron) Harmon was born in Lexington, Kentucky on July 19, 1952, and passed away on January 01, 2026, at age 73 in Trinity, Florida. Rita was a longtime resident of the Kansas City area —Lee's Summit, Raymore, and Kansas City, Missouri. She was preceded in death by her father, Reverend LaMoine...

Dec 31, 2025

CINDY LOUISE DURAN

Cindy Duran, beloved mother, grandmother, wife, and friend, went to Heaven peacefully on December 31, 2025, at the age of 66, surrounded by her loved ones.

Born on June 20, 1959, in Kansas City, Missouri, Cindy was the second oldest of four children. From a young age, she showed a strength, creativity,...

Dec 28, 2025

AGNESS ANN ALLCORN

Agness Ann Allcorn, age 87, of Belton, Missouri passed away peacefully on December 28, 2025, at her home surrounded by loving family. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, January 3, 2026, at Cullen Funeral Home, Inc., 612 W. Foxwood Dr., Raymore, Missouri 64083. Visitation will be from 10-11:00 a.m. followed by the services...

Dec 27, 2025

THOMAS BARTON BARSHEFF, JR.

Thomas "Tom" Barton Barsheff, Jr., age 38, of Raymore, Missouri passed away on December 27, 2025, at the Kansas City Hospice House with his wife at his side after a long struggle with cancer. Tom was born in Detroit, Michigan on July 3, 1987, the son of Thomas B. Barsheff, Sr. and Francine...

Dec 25, 2025

GEORGE E. DAHMER

George E. Dahmer, age 75, of Pleasant Hill, Missouri passed away peacefully on December 25, 2025, at Silverado of Lee’s Summit surrounded by his loving family.

A Celebration of his life will be Thursday, May 14, 2026, at Cullen Funeral Home, Inc., 612 W. Foxwood Dr., Raymore, Missouri. Visitation will be at 10-11 a.m. with services to follow at...

Dec 24, 2025

Sherry Kay Fielding (76) of Raymore, Missouri, peacefully passed away on December 24, 2025, from complications commonly associated with Alzheimer's disease. She was born on March 2, 1949, in Jackson, TN.

Sherry married beloved Kenneth Fielding on November 3, 1976. Ken (63) preceded her in death in 2014 after 38 loving years of marriage. Sherry...

Dec 21, 2025

ELDON BRAXTON COOK

Eldon Braxton Cook, known to his family and close friends affectionately as Braxton, 65 years old, passed away on December 21, 2025 at home in Belton, Missouri with his wife of 42 years, Jackie, and family by his side.  He was born on September 24, 1960 in Aurora, Missouri to Eldon and Claudia Cook.  ...

Dec 20, 2025

ESTHER MAE GRANT

Esther Mae Grant, age 91, of Tyler, Texas, passed away on Saturday, December 20, 2025.

Services will be held on March 28, 2026. Specific details will be provided as more information becomes available.

Esther was born in Michigan City, Indiana on March 28, 1934 to Frank Knoll and Florence (Doran)...

Dec 20, 2025

Donald "Don" Jay Robert Watson January 30, 1970- December 20, 2025

Donald "Don" Jay Robert Watson, 55, a devoted husband, loving father, and proud "Paw Paw," passed away on Saturday, December 20, 2025, surrounded by his loving family. After a long and courageous battle with medical issues, Don went home to be with the Lord.

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Dec 18, 2025

Linda Marie (Davenport) Teague, age 77, passed away peacefully on December 18, 2025, in Loch Lloyd, Missouri.

Born on February 21, 1948, in Nevada, Missouri, Linda built a life rooted in dedication and service. She attended Kansas City Business College, where she began shaping a path that would lead to a meaningful career in education.

In 1977, Linda joined the Belton School...

Dec 16, 2025

ANNIE "JEWEL" POLK

Annie "Jewel" Polk, age 89, of Raymore, Missouri passed away peacefully on December 16, 2025, at the Foxwood Springs Living Center.

A Celebration of Jewel's life will be held at a later date.

Jewel was born in Henderson, Texas on July 8, 1936, the daughter of Walter F. Gray and...

Dec 12, 2025

BARBARA GRETA RICHARDSON

Barbara Greta (Englund) Richardson passed away on December 12, 2025, after a short illness.  Barbara was born in New York, New York to John Harry and Hanna Englund on July 25, 1931.  She graduated high school in White Plains, NY and went on to work at White Plains Hospital for many years.  Barbara married...

Dec 11, 2025

Obituary: Shirley J. Wilmoth (1937–2025)

Shirley J. Wilmoth, age 88, of Raymore, Missouri, passed away peacefully on December 11, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. A woman of deep faith and lifelong intellect, Shirley dedicated five decades to the education of others and the enrichment of her community.

Early Life and Education...