Obituaries

Jan 26, 2026

EVELYN GAY (THOMAS) BURKE

On October 7th, 1931 the world was blessed with the birth of Evelyn Gay Thomas. She was child number 9 out of 11 children, born to James Kelly Thomas and Nancy Genevra (Harley) Thomas. Gay was born in Wasola, MO in her home where she lived throughout her school years. She recalls working on the farm and...

Jan 24, 2026

VELMA JEAN WRIGHT

Velma Jean Wright, 94, of Raymore, Missouri, passed away at home on January 24, 2026 surrounded by her loving family.

Services will be held on Friday, January 30, 2026 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...

Jan 23, 2026

PHILLIP ALLEN SPARKS

Phillip Allen Sparks, 85, of Raymore, Missouri passed away peacefully at home on Friday, January 23, 2026.  Phil was a devoted husband, father, and grandfather that prioritized family and thrived on hard work.

Phil Sparks was born on February 25, 1940, in Princeton, Missouri to Lester Olin Sparks and Martha Belle (Laws)...

Jan 23, 2026

TOMMY DALE GUENTHER

Tommy Dale Guenther, age 87, of Lee's Summit, Missouri passed away peacefully on January 23, 2026, at Research Medical Center surrounded by his loving family.

A Celebration of Life will be held on Friday, January 30, 2026, at Abundant Life Church Main Building 304 SW Persels Rd, Lee's Summit, MO 64081. Visitation...

Jan 18, 2026

MARILYN KAY STACH

Marilyn Kay Stach, age 78, of Raymore, Missouri passed away on January 18, 2026, at Beautiful Savior Home surrounded by her loving family. A celebration of life will be held at 5:00 p.m. Saturday, February 28, 2026, at High Blue Wellness Center 16400 N Mullen Rd., Belton, Missouri 64012 and the graveside service will...

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 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 in the spring of 2026.

George was born in Nevada, Missouri on February 16, 1950, the son...

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.

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