Obituaries

Christy Jane Fuller

Christy Jane Fuller

Aug 10, 2025

Christy Jane Fuller was born on October 14, 1972, to Kenneth Lynd Kuntz and Janie Doll. She grew up alongside her sister, Toni Lynn Conner, and attended Urich Elementary, Sherwood Elementary, and Sherwood High School, where she graduated as senior class president.

Christy built a career in accounting, working for various companies over the years. The position she cherished most was...

Kimberly Adams Morris

Kimberly Adams Morris

Aug 9, 2025

Kimberly Adams Morris, age 60, passed away on Saturday, August 9, 2025. Born in Nash County, NC on December 10, 1964, she was the daughter of the late James Arthur Adams.

Kim’s life was a living example of kindness, selflessness, and joy. She had a natural gift for making others feel valued and cared for—always placing the needs of others before...

Leslie "Les" Harold Powell

Leslie "Les" Harold Powell

Aug 7, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Leslie (Les) Powell a beloved husband, father, grandfather, friend, and mentor. Les, 82, of Harrisonville passed away peacefully on August 7, 2025. Les was a man who truly understood the importance of community and always had a helping hand to offer. His generosity extended far beyond his family, as...

Patricia "Patti" Ann Wright

Patricia "Patti" Ann Wright

Aug 6, 2025

Mrs. Patricia (Patti) Ann Wright of Raymore, MO, the daughter of Fred and Pearl Dickey departed this life Wednesday August 6, 2025 at Research Medical Center of Kansas City. Patricia passed at the age of 82 years, 9 months and 13 days.

Patricia was born in 1942 and was raised in Creighton, MO. On February 13, 1965 Patricia was united in...

Jim "The Kid" Chiles

Jim "The Kid" Chiles

Aug 6, 2025

James “Jim” Loren Chiles, 85, of Cleveland, MO, passed away peacefully on August 6, 2025.

Born November 26, 1939, in Piper, Missouri, Jim was the son of Loren and Evelyn (Long) Chiles. He graduated Clinton High School in 1958. He was a hardworking and humble man who spent more than 30 years driving a route truck for Frito-Lay. After retiring from...

Joan Frances Hawkins

Joan Frances Hawkins

Aug 5, 2025

Joan Frances (Maloney) Hawkins, age 82, passed away, peacefully, August 5, 2025, at home in Harrisonville, Missouri, surrounded by her family.

Joan was born on March 5, 1943, to Edward Joseph and Hazel Marie (Cooley) Maloney. After graduating from Lillis High School in 1960, Joan worked at Continental Insurance Company at the Centennial Building in Kansas City, Missouri, where she met...

Brent Justin Gunnels

Brent Justin Gunnels

Aug 3, 2025

Brent Justin Gunnels, 38, of Freeman, MO, passed away unexpectedly on August 3rd in a vehicle accident in Harrisonville, MO. Born in Kansas City, MO, Brent grew up in Harrisonville and Archie.

He graduated from Archie High School in 2005. Brent was adventurous and well-traveled, which played a significant role in shaping his career as a self-made chef. His passion for...

Tena "Mechelle" Beasley

Tena "Mechelle" Beasley

Jul 25, 2025

Tena "Mechelle" Beasley age 63 of Creighton, Missouri departed this life Friday, July 25, 2025 at Centerpoint Medical Center, Independence, Missouri.

Tena went by her middle name Mechelle, and she had worked for many years as a supervisor, most recently at US Toy in Grandview, MO. She retired early at 59 to pursue her passion of making quilts and all kinds...

Lucian "Ray" Bates

Lucian "Ray" Bates

Jul 24, 2025

Ray was a devoted son, husband, father, uncle, cousin, neighbor & friend to many. He was known for his smile & kindness: whether it was helping out on a bill, lending a hand, making an anonymous donation, or repairing someone’s car— the generosity with his time & resources had almost no bounds.

He lived & worked in the Urich & Creighton...

Connie L. Loots

Connie L. Loots

Jul 12, 2025

Connie L Loots, 87, of Harrisonville, MO was born on July 4, 1938 in Marshalltown, Iowa. She was the daughter of Lester and Catherine Perkins. She lived up to her 4th of July birthday; she was quite the firecracker! She'd always tell you what she was thinking and could be quite awnry! Connie departed this life and joined loved ones...

Shea Beddo

Shea Beddo

Jul 12, 2025

Shea Beddo age 54 of Harrisonville, Missouri departed this life Saturday, July 12, 2025 at her home in Harrisonville, Missouri.

Shea graduated from Pleasant Hill High School in 1989 and married her husband, Duane, on August 19 of that same year.

Over the years, Shea devoted much of her time to her family and community. She was a Cub Scout Den Leader,...

Richard Franklin Lawson

Richard Franklin Lawson

Jul 8, 2025

Richard Franklin Lawson, 68, of Harrisonville passed away peacefully with his children by his side. Born and raised in Harrisonville, Richard called the community his home for nearly his entire life. He retired more than 10 years ago as a Machinist and Aerospace Worker, working at Honeywell for more than 30 years. A lifelong lover of music, Richard found joy...

Michael Wolfe

Michael Wolfe

Jul 6, 2025

Michael Anthony Wolfe, Jr., 34, of Archie, MO departed this earth on July 6, 2025.

Michael was born November 5, 1990 in Ames, IA. He was baptized at Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church in Harrisonville, MO.

Michael’s laughter and smirk was sweet and contagious. He could make light of even the most difficult situation. Michael hated to see those who were...

Clay William Cumpton

Clay William Cumpton

Jul 5, 2025

Clay William Cumpton age 66 of Urich, Missouri departed this life Saturday, July 5, 2025 at Golden Valley Memorial Hospital, Clinton, Missouri.

Cremation with Celebration of Life Services pending and will be posted once that information becomes available. 

A complete obituary will be posted once that information becomes available.

In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to Folds of Honor Kansas...

John Vernon Kutchback Jr.

John Vernon Kutchback Jr.

Jul 4, 2025

John Kutchback age 75 of Harrisonville, Missouri departed this life Friday, July 4, 2025 at his home in Harrisonville, Missouri surrounded by loved ones.

Born November 15, 1949 in Phoenix, Arizona to John Kutchback Sr. and Mary Chambers. He was baptized at St. Agnes Roman Catholic Cathedral, Springfield, Missouri.

He attended Southwest Missouri State University and in 1996 established Heritage Residential Services....

Dawn Lee Chandler

Dawn Lee Chandler

Jul 2, 2025

Dawn L. Chandler was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend. She was born on February 5, 1962, in West Warwick, Rhode Island, the second eldest of the Mulvihill children. Due to her father’s service in the Navy, Dawn spent much of her childhood traveling across the country.

As a young woman living in California, Dawn met Victor A. Mason....

Vicky Kay Gray

Vicky Kay Gray

Jun 30, 2025

Vicky Kay Gray age 80 of Raymore, Missouri departed this life Monday, June 30, 2025 at Foxwood Springs Healthcare, Raymore, Missouri. 

Cremation with no services scheduled. 

In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to Tunnel to Towers Foundation or Wounded Warrior Project. Donations can be made through the link or send in care to Dickey Funeral Home P.O. Box 432, Harrisonville,...

Cindy S. Leeper

Cindy S. Leeper

Jun 27, 2025

Cindy Sue Leeper of Harrisonville, Missouri, peacefully passed away on Friday, June 27, 2025, at The University of Kansas Medical Center in Kansas City, Kansas, at the age of 78.

Born on March 3, 1947, in Kansas City, Missouri, Cindy was the daughter of Gerald and Vivian (Shaw) Pech. She began her education at No. 36 School, a one-room schoolhouse, before...

Elmo "Buck" Grable

Elmo "Buck" Grable

Jun 26, 2025

Elmo “Buck” Grable, of Harrisonville, Missouri, passed away Thursday, June 26, 2025 at Lees Summit Medical Center.

Born August 28, 1947 in Brookfield, Missouri, he later made Harrisonville his lifelong home. He began his working years on the family farm before proudly serving his country in the United States Army, enlisting in 1966. After his military service, he spent time as...

Jack Anthony Robinson

Jack Anthony Robinson

Jun 22, 2025

Jack Anthony Robinson passed away on June 22, 2025, at home with his wife & son by his side. Jack was born in Carter, Oklahoma, September 9, 1940. He was raised on a farm in Retrop, Oklahoma, always picking cotton.

After serving in the Army, Jack went back to farming, and realized this was not what he wanted in life. He...