Obituaries

Dec 11, 2025

DONALD STANLEY DUNLAP

The family of Donald S Dunlap announce his passing on 12/11/2025.

Don was born in Kansas City MO 03/16/1954 to Donald I. Dunlap and Eva Y. Dunlap.

Don is preceded in death by his parents, grandparents, his sister Cindy Humphrey, and his daughter Tonie Clark.

He leaves behind...

Dec 10, 2025

HOWARD LEE TOLBERT OBITUARY

Howard Lee Tolbert of Belton, MO, son of Ora and Hazel (Plumlee) Tolbert, was born January 31, 1944, in Ance Creek, Stone County, MO, and departed this life on December 10, 2025, at the age of 81. He was a 1962 graduate of Reeds Spring High School and married Patricia Jane (Robinson) Tolbert...

Dec 8, 2025

VALORIE KAY EWIGMAN

Valorie Kay Ewigman (Ball), age 58, passed away Monday, December 8, 2025. She was born in Kansas City, Kansas on February 15, 1967 at Bethany Hospital to William and Juanita Ball (Andrade). She graduated from Bishop Ward High School in 1985 and continued her education, receiving an associate's degree from Kansas City Community College...

Dec 7, 2025

BARBARA ANN BRUNO

Barbara Ann (Beullens) Bruno, age 89, of Peculiar, Missouri passed away peacefully on December 7, 2025, surrounded by her loving family at the Kansas City Hospice House in Kansas City, Missouri.

A visitation will be held from 10-11 a.m. Friday, December 19, 2025, at Cullen Funeral Home, Inc., 612 W. Foxwood Dr.,...

Dec 3, 2025

BETTY JO LEACH

Betty Jo Leach, age 97, of Peculiar, Missouri passed away peacefully on December 3, 2025, at the Kansas City Hospice House surrounded by her loving family.

Funeral services will be held Tuesday, December 9, 2025, at Cullen Funeral Home, Inc., 612 W. Foxwood Dr., Raymore, Missouri 64083. Visitation from 1-2 p.m. followed...

Dec 2, 2025

MARIE ANNETTE HELLYER

Marie Annette "Mitzi" Hellyer met her Savior, Jesus, face to face on Tuesday, December 2, 2025, surrounded by loved ones at home. Just days before her death, Mitzi spoke a word of blessing and thanksgiving to each of the grandchildren who were present—including her yet-to-be-born great-grandson, Hollis Wayne. Her final words to all of...

Nov 26, 2025

MARCIA CAROLYN SNYDER

Marcia Carolyn Snyder, age 89, of Belton, Missouri, passed away peacefully surrounded by loving family on Wednesday, November 26, 2025.

A visitation celebrating Marcia's life will be held on Monday, December 15, 2025 from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at Cullen Funeral Home, 612 W. Foxwood Dr. Raymore, Missouri 64083.

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Nov 23, 2025

GAVYN WILSON BROOKS

Gavyn Wilson Brooks, age 18, of Raymore, Missouri, passed away unexpectedly on November 23, 2025.

Gavyn was born in Woodward, Oklahoma, on January 23, 2007.

He moved to and grew up in Raymore, Missouri, where he recently graduated from the Ray-Pec High School, Class of 2025.  He also attended the...

Nov 22, 2025

DEWAYNE EVERETT LONG

Dewayne Everett Long, age 75, of Raymore, Missouri passed away peacefully on November 22, 2025, after a long battle with cancers caused by Agent Orange. He was blessed to receive a stem cell transplant in 2010 from his twin brother Wayne and enjoyed 15 additional years of life. Dewayne was born in Harrisonville, Missouri...

Nov 21, 2025

Joanne Marilyn Lescalleet 1928-2025

Joanne Marilyn Lescalleet, age 97, passed away peacefully on Friday November 21, 2025, at Kansas City Hospice House.

Joanne was born in Lancaster, Ohio on May 13, 1928, to parents Clay and Dorothy (Weber) Metzger from Carroll, Ohio.  She was the youngest of two children. Her brother Gene Metzger and both...

Nov 17, 2025

JOLETTE DAWN HOSTERMAN

Jolette Dawn Hosterman, age 58, passed peacefully in her home in Belton, Missouri on November 17, 2025.

Jolette was born in Salt Lake City, Utah to Paula Archibald and Keith Jacobson.

Jolette or "JoJo" known to most, spent her working career as a manager of KFC and Capt. D's.

Nov 17, 2025

KAREN JEAN (BRUCE) BARNETT

Karen Jean (Bruce) Barnett, at the age of 70, passed away on November 17, 2025, at Research Medical Center. After battling many years of various health issues and extreme pain. She is now at peace, without pain, and at rest with Our Heavenly Father.

Karen Jean was born April 22, 1955,...

Nov 15, 2025

CARL LEE DRISKILL

Carl Lee Driskill, 81, of Raymore, Missouri, passed away peacefully on November 15, 2025. Born on June 27, 1944, in Wheatland, Missouri, Carl lived a life defined by hard work, service to others, and a deep love for his family. Blessed with a warm spirit and a gift for connecting with people, Carl built...

Nov 15, 2025

LARRY DAVID DIAL

Larry David Dial, beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend passed away on November 15, 2025. Larry was born on January 15, 1952, and spent his whole life in the Belton/Raymore area.

He was the son of the late Warren and Marilyn Dial (Miller).  He was preceded in death by his parents, his...

Nov 15, 2025

NEVA GAIL CRIPPEN

Neva Gail Crippen, age 59, of Kansas City, Missouri passed away November 15, 2025, surrounded by her loving family and friends at the St. Luke's Hospice.

Neva was preceded in death by her parents, Carl and Louise Terry, and her brother, Eddie Terry.

She is survived by her daughter, Amber...

Nov 13, 2025

Danny Ray Fugate May 14, 1952 – November 13, 2025

Danny Ray Fugate, 73, of Raymore, Missouri, passed away peacefully surrounded by family. He was born on May 14, 1952, in Bollinger County, Missouri, and raised in Sikeston, Missouri.

He was the son of the late Orbie Lawrence Fugate and Flora Melissa (Cole) Fugate. He...

Nov 13, 2025

WILLIAM RAY CLARK JR.

William Ray Clark, Jr. age 72, of Harrisonville, Missouri passed away on November 13, 2025.

Services will be held on Thursday, November 20, 2025, at Raymore Christian Church 500 Peace Dr, Raymore, MO 64083. Visitation will be from 9:30-10:00 a.m. followed by the funeral services at 10:00 a.m. Graveside services will...

Nov 11, 2025

SCOTT H. WATKINS

Scott H. Watkins, beloved son, brother and friend has passed away on November 11, 2025. Born on April 21, 1981, Scott was a true 80's kid. He grew up with all the wild stories and tales one would have, living life to the fullest on the edge of risk. Bike riding, building forts, playing...

Nov 11, 2025

SANDRA J. ENGLAND

Sandra J. England (Conner), age 74, of Olathe, KS, formerly of Kansas City, Missouri, passed away November 11, 2025.

A graveside service will be 11:00 a.m. Friday, January 23, 2026, at Calhoun Cemetery, Calhoun, Missouri.

Sandra was born May 28, 1951, in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, the daughter of Nelson and...

Nov 7, 2025

Gabriel Joseph Biondo, infant son of Anthony Biondo and Taylor (Lind) Biondo, was reunited with his Heavenly Father on Friday, November 7, 2025 at Children's Mercy Hospital in Kansas City, Missouri.

Services will be held on Friday, November 14, 2025 at Coronation of Our Lady Parish, 13000 Bennington Ave., Grandview, Missouri 64030. A Rosary will be said...