Helen Fay (Spitler) Shackelford
Aug 30, 2025
Helen Fay Shackelford (Spitler), age 76, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by loved ones on August 30, 2025, in Independence, Missouri.
Born on December 28, 1948, in Belton, Missouri, Helen was the daughter of John and Helen Spitler. She grew up surrounded by a large family and was the youngest of six siblings. She was preceded in death by her...
Willie Wayne Kegerries
Aug 27, 2025
Willie Wayne Kegerries age 89 of Harrisonville, Missouri departed this life August 27, 2025 at Crown Care Rehab and Healthcare Center Harrisonville, Missouri.
Cremation with no services scheduled.
A complete obituary will be posted once that information becomes available.
Roberta Cox
Aug 26, 2025
Roberta (Knight) Cox, of Belton, Missouri, was born on June 28, 1953, and passed away peacefully on August 26, 2025.
Roberta was born in Kansas City, KS to Walter Knight and Betty Jean Button and was the third of six children.
She graduated from Wyandotte High School and went on to receive her Medical Assistant certification. She held many jobs in her...
Dudney (Dud) R. Spears
Aug 24, 2025
Dudney Roy Spears, 81, of Harrisonville, MO departed this life on August 24th at his home, surrounded by his loving family.
Dud was born on February 19, 1944 in Butler, MO to Asa Denton Spears and Augusta Maxine (Wackerman) Spears, the third of six children.
Dud graduated from Leeton High School in 1961, then enrolled in college in Warrensburg for one semester...
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
Jul 5, 2025
Clay William Cumpton, 66, passed away on July 5, 2025, in Clinton, Missouri surrounded by loved ones. Born on August 30, 1958, also in Clinton, Missouri, Clay’s journey was one marked by hard work, a love for the outdoors, and a spirit of independence.
Clay spent much of his life traveling the highways and backroads of the United States behind the...
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
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....
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