Obituaries

William R. "Bill" Nixon

William R. "Bill" Nixon

May 25, 2024

William R. “Bill” Nixon died Saturday, May 25th, 2024, at the age of 86 after a brief illness. 

Bill was preceded in death by his father William “Nick” Nixon, his mother Alice Nixon and a brother, the Rev. James Nixon. 

Bill is survived by his wife Joan Nixon, daughter Cheri Farnsworth (Keith), son Chip Nixon (Nancy), daughter Wendy Brown and his sister...

Oakley R. Pruitt

Oakley R. Pruitt

May 25, 2024

Oakley Ray Pruitt age 94 of Peculiar, Missouri passed away peacefully on May 25, 2024 at his home in Peculiar, Missouri surrounded by his loving children. 

He was born in Allendale, Kentucky on March 16, 1930 son of Carsmer M. Pruitt and Ida Belle Pruitt Walker.

On October 13, 1951 Oakley Ray was united in marriage to Louise Ann (Golubski) Pruitt at...

Bob Stein

Bob Stein

May 22, 2024

Robert (Bob) was born January 12, 1943, at home on a farm near Ava, IL, to John Howard and Bonnie Mae (Davis) Stein. He attended grade and high school at Vergennes, IL.  He went on to obtain a Bachelor of Science degree from Southern Illinois University in Carbondale. IL with a major in social sciences. He joined the Navy, but...

Darrel Wayne Douglass

Darrel Wayne Douglass

May 14, 2024

Rev. Darrel Wayne Douglass, of Kansas City, MO, was born on April 12th, 1962 in Independence, MO to the late Harry B and Janie Douglas. Darrel departed this life on Tuesday May 14th, 2024 at North Kansas City Hospital at the age of 62. 

Darrel was a graduate of Englewood Christian Academy in 1980. He traveled with Blue Ridge Baptist Church...

Charles Steven Wilson

Charles Steven Wilson

May 12, 2024

We are heartbroken to announce the death of, Charles Steven Wilson. He passed away at the age of 70. Steve enjoyed the outdoors, history and music! He was a kind and caring man who we will miss terribly. He leaves behind his wife Muriel Desbleds Wilson, his mother Vonette Wilson, his brothers Mike and Robert Wilson and his two daughters...

Charles Edward Myler

Charles Edward Myler

May 7, 2024

Charles Edward Myler, 83 went to be with the Lord on May 7th at his home in Belton, MO surrounded by his family. Charles was born September 18,1940 to Faye Lee Simpson- Myler and George Abraham Myler in Roger’s, Arkansas. He accepted Jesus Christ and was born again in  January 1979.On October 25, 1963, Charles and Marilyn Maunyane (Pinkston) were...

Delores Jean Collins

Delores Jean Collins

May 6, 2024

Delores Jean Collins age 84 or Raymore, Missouri departed this life Tuesday, May 6, 2024 at Benton House of Raymore, Raymore, Missouri. Funeral Service Will be held 11:00 a.m. Tuesday, May 14, 2024 at Fellowship Church of Raymore, Raymore, Missouri. Visitation will be held 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. Tuesday, May 14, 2024 At Fellowship Church of Raymore, Raymore, Missouri. Graveside Service will...

Caricus "CJ" Hollister

Caricus "CJ" Hollister

Apr 30, 2024

Caricus "CJ" Hollister age 40 of Belton, Missouri departed this life Tuesday, April 30, 2024 at Belton Regional Medical Center, Belton, Missouri. Cremation with no services scheduled. A complete obituary will be posted once that information becomes available. 

Linda Kay Pozniak

Linda Kay Pozniak

Apr 29, 2024

Linda Kay Pozniak was born in Higginsville, MO, on October 9, 1949. She departed this life Monday, April 29, 2024, in Harrisonville, MO, at the age of 74. She was the only child born to Kenneth and Berniece Diestelkamp. 

She graduated from the University of Missouri in Columbia where she met Michael Pozniak. They married June 3, 1972. Linda was a...

Mary Eve Roberts

Mary Eve Roberts

Apr 29, 2024

Mary Roberts, of Harrisonville MO, was born May 9th, 1941 in Modale, IA to Howard and Florence Sammons. 



She departed this life peacefully at age 82 at Meadow View Health and Rehab on April 29th, 2024. 



She was united in Marriage to James Roberts on November 25th, 1970. 

Together they had 5 children, Teresa, Janet, Howard, James, and Bill. 



Mary worked as a seamstress...

David Black

David Black

Apr 28, 2024

David Black, a beloved husband, father, brother, uncle, and friend to many, passed away on April 28th, 2024 in Kingsville, Missouri. He was born on September 7th, 1974 in Arkansas to his loving parents Vonda and Paul Black.

David's life was marked by his unwavering dedication to his family and the pursuit of excellence in all that he did. His passion...

Harley Rhoades

Harley Rhoades

Apr 27, 2024

Harley Wayne Rhoades was born October 20th, 1956, at Trinity Lutheran Hospital, Harley left us on April 27, 2024. The second son of Everett and Margie Rhoades and grew up in Peculiar Gardens and later moved to Warsaw, Missouri area.  He graduated from Raymore Peculiar High in 1976 and studied small engine mechanics. Harley was always creating things and working...

Jimmie "Jim" Dean Burris

Jimmie "Jim" Dean Burris

Apr 17, 2024

Jimmie (Jim) Dean Burris was born September 4, 1956 in Clinton, Missouri to Marvin K. Burris and Bernice C. (Brown) Burris.  He passed April 17, 2024.  He passed away peacefully at his home in Harrisonville Missouri with his loving wife of 16 years by his side.  Jim graduated from Sherwood high school in 1974.  Most of Jim’s life was spent...

Kathleen "Kathy" (Kanemori) Baker

Kathleen "Kathy" (Kanemori) Baker

Apr 15, 2024

Kathleen “Kathy” Anne (Kanemori) Baker, 76, of Independence, MO (Formally of Harrisonville, MO) was born on July 25, 1947, in Philadelphia, PA to William A. & Bernadette (Whitcomb) Havel. She departed this life on Monday, April 15, 2024, at Centerpoint Medical Center in Independence, MO surrounded by her family.

Kathy graduated in 1966 from Rancocas Valley Regional High School in Mount...

Mark A. Ludwig M.D.

Mark A. Ludwig M.D.

Apr 14, 2024

Dr. Mark Allen Ludwig, 72 of Harrisonville, MO passed away Sunday, April 14, 2024 at St. Luke’s Hospital in Kansas City. Mark was born March 17, 1952, in St. Joseph, MO to Donald S. Ludwig and Virginia Ludwig. He was married on August 6, 1972, for 51 years to Linda Ludwig.  He has lived in Harrisonville since 1990.  Mark served...

Mack Miles

Mack Miles

Apr 13, 2024

Mack “James” Miles, 88, went to be with the Lord Saturday, April 13, 2024 peacefully at his home in Peculiar MO among his loved ones.

Mack was born to Pearl & Jimmie Miles, in Branson, MO, on April 24, 1935. Early in Mack’s life he moved from Branson with his Mother to Martin City, MO where he lived on the South...

Lucille "Lucy" Fay Howe

Lucille "Lucy" Fay Howe

Apr 12, 2024

Lucille Fay Howe of Peculiar, Missouri was born February 7, 1939 in Leeton, Missouri the daughter of Eldredge and Nada (Milum) Howe and was welcomed into the family with brothers, Wayne, Wendell and sister, Shirley. Lucy departed this life on Friday, April 12, 2024, at Golden Years Center for Rehab and Healthcare, Harrisonville, Missouri at the age of 85 years,...

Evelyn Garnetta Miller

Evelyn Garnetta Miller

Apr 11, 2024

Evelyn Garnetta Miller of Drexel, MO was born June 25th 1944 in Harrisburg PA the daughter of Edward and Ann Gathagan. She departed this life on Thursday April 11th, 2024 at Golden Years Center for Rehab and Healthcare in Harrisonville, Missouri surrounded by love and family at the age of 79.

On January 29,1965, Evelyn was united in marriage to William...

Monika Ruth Efurd

Monika Ruth Efurd

Apr 9, 2024

Monika Ruth Efurd of Abilene Ks  

Born May 24th, 1988, in Abilene Ks. to Patricia and Mark Efurd. Later divorced 

Survived by her Parents, Patricia Poage, Lane Ks and Mark Efurd, Marshall Tx. 

Daughter, Zoey Grace Costigan of the home, Brother Nicholas Efurd (Shelby Morgan), Belton Mo.  

Kevin Costigan, the love of her life 

Grandmother Sue Efurd of Pittsburg TX. Grandfather Roy Brown of Abilene Ks. Great Grandfather Willis Wheatley of Apachie Junction AZ.  

Uncles Charles Chapman (Kerri) of Clinton...

Dean "Buster" Fletcher

Dean "Buster" Fletcher

Apr 5, 2024

Dean (Buster) Estel Fletcher of Dayton, MO was born June 5, 1957, son of Mary Francine Bryant and Billy Dean Fletcher.

Buster had a passion for fishing and logging. He spent most of his days working, even as a child, if he was not logging you could find him anywhere along the Grand River catching catfish.

Buster was a trustworthy man and...