Obituaries

Jun 3, 2025

SARA HELEN BROOKS COSTLOW

Sara Helen Costlow, age 85, of Olathe, Kansas passed away peacefully on June 3, 2025, at Evergreen Community of Johnson County surrounded by her loving family. A visitation will be held from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Wednesday, June 11, 2025, at Cullen Funeral Home, Inc., 612 W. Foxwood Dr., Raymore, Missouri 64083....

May 30, 2025

Bernard Udell Dooley passed away peacefully at his home on the morning of May 30, 2025, surrounded by his beloved wife of nearly 63 years and their two daughters. He is preceded in death by his mother, Mable Dooley, his father, Dell Dooley, and his brother Bill Dooley.

Udell is survived by his devoted wife, Mary Alice...

May 26, 2025

Nancy Lou Jacobs Rowe (July 9, 1945 - May 26, 2025), 79 years  old passed peacefully in the home.

Nancy had the educational hours of her PhD in elementary education. She taught elementary art at Cambridge Elementary in Belton, MO, for 35 years and retired in 2007.

Nancy was the proud mother of four children...

May 23, 2025

BETTY JEAN ROBERTSON

Betty Jean Robertson, age 87, of Belton, Missouri passed away peacefully on May 23, 2025, at St. Luke's Hospice House surrounded by her loving family.

A visitation will be held from 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Thursday, May 29, 2025, at Cullen Funeral Home, Inc., 612 W. Foxwood Dr., Raymore, Missouri. Funeral...

May 23, 2025

KEN MANNEL

Kenneth A Mannel passed away peacefully on May 23, 2025 at the age of 85 with his family by his side.

Ken was born May 16,1940 in Grand Junction, Colorado to John and Roberta Mannel. He grew up in Meeker, Colorado attending school in Powell Park and later on attending high school at...

May 23, 2025

PAUL JOSEPH O'BRIEN

Paul Joseph O'Brien went to be with the Lord on May 23, 2025. Mass of Christian Burial will be 10 AM Wednesday, June 4, 2025 at St. Sabina Catholic Church, 700 Trevis Avenue, Belton, MO 64012 with visitation 9-10:00 AM Wednesday with Rosary at 8:45 AM at the church. Burial will be in Missouri...

May 22, 2025

TREVA L. MERRIWEATHER

Treva L. Merriweather, age 62, of Kansas City, Missouri passed away peacefully on May 22, 2025, at St. Luke's Hospital on the Plaza surrounded by her loving family.

Treva was born in Kansas City, Missouri on March 3, 1963, the daughter of Rodney G. Swartz and Karen F. Shedden. After graduating Treva...

May 20, 2025

In Loving Memory of Nicholas Ryan Newhouse December 21, 1981 – May 20, 2025

Nick Newhouse, 43, passed away peacefully on May 20, 2025, following a courageous battle with cancer. Though his time with us was shorter than we hoped, we find comfort in knowing that God has a plan, and Nick's journey was part of that...

May 19, 2025

ROBERT JOSEPH DVORAK

Robert Joseph Dvorak, age 86, of Raymore, Missouri, passed away peacefully on Monday, May 19, 2025. Robert was born in Joliet, Illinois on September 22, 1938 to Fred Dvorak and Adelaide (Downey) Dvorak. He graduated rom Joliet Catholic High School class of 1956 and briefly continued his education before enlisting in the United States...

May 19, 2025

DIXIE SMITH

Dixie G. Smith passed away peacefully at home on May 19, 2025 at the age of 78.

Dixie was born September 18, 1946 in Kansas City, Missouri, to Walter and Lorena Morrison. Since a young adult Dixie was always the caregiver, taking family members to doctor appointments and assisting with follow-up care. In...

May 17, 2025

Mary Helen McDonough August 1, 1958 – May 17, 2025

Beloved wife, mother, "Nanny," educator, and friend, Mary Helen McDonough, 66, of Belton, Missouri, passed away on May 17, 2025. She was born on August 1, 1958, in Mount Holly, New Jersey, to Murlin "Buzz" Earl Sawyer and Betty Sue Warnaca. She lived a life filled with...

May 16, 2025

Raymond "RJ" Mikel O'Keefe, Jr. November 16, 2020 – May 16, 2025

Raymond "RJ" Mikel O'Keefe, Jr. , age 4, of Kansas City, Missouri, was called to heaven unexpectedly on Friday, May 16, 2025. Though his time here was brief, RJ's joyful spirit left a lasting impact on everyone lucky enough to meet...

May 15, 2025

AUBREY KENNETH ROUTH

Aubrey Kenneth Routh, age 65, of Kansas City, Kansas, passed away on Thursday, May 15, 2025.

A graveside committal consisting of military honors will be held at Leavenworth National Cemetery, 150 Muncie Rd. Leavenworth, Kansas 66048 on Friday, May 23, 2025 at 10:00 a.m. Following the committal a Celebration of Life will...

May 13, 2025

Brent Craig Goodall December 30, 1976 – May 13, 2025

Brent Craig Goodall, 48, of Cleveland, Missouri, passed away on May 13, 2025. A lifelong resident of the area, Brent was a beloved father, son, brother, and friend whose life was defined by hard work, dedication, and an unmistakable ability to connect with others.

Born...

May 8, 2025

DONALD HERBERT ROLL

Donald "Don" Herbert Roll, Age 62, of Stillwater, Minnesota. Born April 22, 1963, in Fort Leonard Wood, Missouri.

Don passed away unexpectedly on May 8, 2025. Known for his infectious smile, kind heart, and unshakable positivity, Don brought light and joy to the lives of everyone he knew. He will be deeply...

Apr 30, 2025

JAMES CALEB BRANSON

James Caleb Branson, 86, passed away peacefully on April 30, 2025, in Katy, Texas. He was born on December 21, 1938, to Oliver and Louella Branson and was raised in Marion, Illinois. He enlisted in the Air Force in 1957 and later retired in 1977 as a Senior Master Sergeant after a 20-year career....

Apr 30, 2025

TINA M. KNIGHT

Tina M. Knight, age 62, of Belton, Missouri passed away peacefully on April 30, 2025, at St. Luke's East Hospital surrounded by her loving family.

Tina was born in Kansas City, Missouri on August 3, 1962, the daughter of Fredrick Gulley and Shirley Bailey. Tina was one of ten children from this...

Apr 28, 2025

SUSAN L. HEADLEY

Susan L. Headley, age 68, of Peculiar, Missouri passed away peacefully on April 28, 2025, at her home surrounded by her loving family. Services will be held Saturday, May 3, 2025, at Cullen Funeral Home, Inc., 612 W. Foxwood Dr., Raymore, Missouri 64083. Visitation will be from 1-2 p.m. with the celebration of life...

Apr 23, 2025

MARY CATHERINE COBB

Mary Catherine "Cathy" Cobb, 75, of Belton, Missouri, passed away on April 23, 2025. Born on August 12, 1949, in Kansas City, Kansas, Cathy brought warmth and joy to those around her throughout her vibrant life.

Cathy was the daughter of Margaret "Peggy" and Shannon DeWeese. She grew up surrounded by the...

Apr 20, 2025

MICHAEL RICHARD TERRY

Michael "Mike" Richard Terry, age 66, of Raytown, Missouri, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, April 20, 2025.

A celebration of Mike's life will be held with a visitation from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. on Friday, May 2, 2025 at Cullen Funeral Home, 612 W. Foxwood Dr. Raymore, Missouri 64083.

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