Obituaries

Dec 18, 2024

Dec 18, 2024

Robert S. "Bob" Curry III, aged 82, passed away on December 18, 2024. Born in New Orleans, Louisiana, he grew up in St. Louis, Missouri and graduated high school from CBC. Bob earned his undergraduate and nursing degrees from St. Louis University and furthered his education with an MBA from the University of Missouri. 

In the 1960s, Bob served in the...

Dec 15, 2024

Wade B. Banks, Jr. (94) transitioned peacefully on December 15, 2024. He was born in Parkin, AR. He was a beloved husband, father and grandfather who will be deeply missed by all who knew him. A celebration of life will be held at Friendship Baptist Church, 3530 Chelsea Drive, Kansas City, MO 64128 on Monday December 30, 2024, at noon....

Dec 15, 2024

Mr. Ken Savage was born in Chicago, IL on May 7th, 1954, and he passed December 15th, 2024. He was proceeded in death by his mother and father Thomas and Corine Savage, sister Deloria Robinson, and brother Thomas Savage.

He graduated Calumet High School. He was a graduate of The University of Illinois and graduated with a bachelor’s in business. Ken’s...

Dec 14, 2024

Gerald Clair Steffes, 63, of Overland Park, Kan., passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family on December 14th, 2024 after a courageous battle with cancer. He was born on June 19, 1961 to Gerald Eugene Steffes and Patricia J. Steffes (Hamilton) in Emporia, KS and was the third oldest of seven children. 

 Gerald graduated from Olpe high school and continued...

Dec 10, 2024

Norman L. Caven, 82 of Smithville, Missouri born in Kansas City, Missouri on July 21, 1942 passed away peacefully on December 10, 2024, at North Kansas City Hospital. A graveside service will be held Tuesday 17, 2024 at Floral Hills Cemetery, 7000 Blue Ridge Blvd, Kansas City, MO 64133

 Norman was preceded in death by his wife Doris Caven, his parents...

Nov 23, 2024

On September 20th, 1957, Terence Blane Oliver, better known as “Terry”, was born in Macon, Georgia to Marvin and Annita Oliver. Terry enjoyed artwork, academics and athletics—what he referred to as the triple A’s. He attended St. Peter Claver Catholic School with his siblings, Darryl and Marvita. As a young child, Terry was an avid collector of GI Joe toys,...

Nov 23, 2024

Mary Clarinda “Linda” Martin Coppenbarger, 86, went to be with her Lord and Savior on November 23, 2024, in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. Born on October 13, 1938, in Charlotte, North Carolina, Linda lived a life defined by faith, family, and service to others.

Linda married the love of her life, Charles Loren Coppenbarger, Sr., in February 1957 in York, South Carolina....

Nov 23, 2024

Edward Green Jennings, 81, of Prairie Village, Kan., passed away on November 23, 2024, surrounded by his family. He was born on June 28, 1943, to Edward Green and Mary Irma Jennings (Davidson) in LaGrange, Ga. 

Ed graduated as valedictorian from Crystal River High School in Crystal River, Fla., before proudly enlisting to serve his country as a Navy Pilot. Ed...

Nov 22, 2024

John Peter Thiessen Jr. “I’ve led a sheltered life”.

 

John had a passion for Kansas City barbecue, 6ft blondes, the Huskers, white water canoeing, photography, the Kansas City Chiefs, New Zealand, red cream soda, Steamboat Willie, anything mint chocolate, daiquiri ice, talking like Donald Duck, his grand dogs, Ronald Reagan, magic tricks, and Pussy Galore; not necessarily in that order. He...

Nov 22, 2024

 It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Jon Emil Kittleson on November 22, 2024, at the age of 72. Born on November 5, 1952, in Huron, South Dakota, Jon lived a life marked by service, craftsmanship, and a deep love for family and friends. In 1971, Jon joined the United States Marine Corps, serving with honor...

Nov 21, 2024

James (Jim) Robert King passed away on November 21, 2024, at his home in Overland Park, KS. He was born on January 12, 1944 in Hutchinson, KS and was the son of Jesse and Edith King.

He was preceded in death by both of his parents. He is survived by daughter Julie and husband Matthew Wall and their son, Dylan and...

Nov 21, 2024

Marcha Lujean Pipes, 97, passed away peacefully Thursday, November 21, 2024, at Village Shalom, having been comforted by close family members and friends in the preceding days. Marcha was born Oct. 10, 1927, in Barnard, MO., to Noma and Clyde (C.D.) Sawyers. She grew up in Northwestern Missouri and moved to Saint Joseph, MO, in 1943. She graduated from Benton...

Nov 13, 2024

Betty Waisner 90 of Overland Park, Kansas passed away while recovering from a partial hip replacement at Sharon Lane rehabilitation facility. Betty never was the same after losing her beloved husband of 67 years. God decided that they needed to be reunited and took her to her heavenly home on Wednesday the 13th of November 2024.

Services will be held at...

Nov 13, 2024

Our mother/grandmother gained her wings as she flew to heaven in the early morning hours on 11/13/2024. She passed peacefully in her sleep. When the nurse came in to give her morning meds and she had already passed. The nurse said she thought that maybe she had a slight smile on her face. Maybe she thought 90 years was enough....

Nov 12, 2024

Craig Martin entered the eternal presence of his Savior and Lord, Jesus Christ, on Tuesday, November 12, 2024. Though his passing was sudden, he was secure and ready in his faith as the family’s spiritual leader.

Craig was born on December 26, 1954 in Columbus, Ohio. He was blessed to have devoted and loving parents and quickly became the apple of...

Nov 11, 2024

Allen G Taylor passed peacefully November 11, 2024.

Allen was born in Kansas City, Missouri September 17, 1930. He attended Kansas City University attaining a degree in Accounting, and was a pilot in the United States Navy during the Korean War. Christmas Eve, 1955, he married the love of his life, Mary Lou Robards. They resided in Kansas City where he...

Nov 8, 2024

Sharon K. Brown, surrounded by her family, passed away on November 8, 2024. Love was the defining characteristic of her life. Her family is comforted that in her final moments she was reminded of the impact of her love, how loved she was in return, and that, today, she is in the presence of infinite, divine Love.

Sharon was born on...

Nov 6, 2024

With love and gratitude for his life, we share the passing of David "Dave" Dewey Prigel, who peacefully went to be with the Lord on November 6, 2024, at the age of 74. 

Dave was born in Kansas City, Missouri on January 24, 1950, to Dewey and Yevonne (Brucker) Prigel. Dave was a graduate of Center High School, where he played...

Nov 5, 2024

Dora “Dodee” Anna Ruth, 71, Lenexa KS died Tuesday, November 5th, 2024 at Olathe Health Hospice House from kidney failure. Funeral services will be 9:30 AM Saturday November 9th, 2024 at Johnson County Funeral Chapel and Memorial Gardens 11200 Metcalf, Overland Park, KS. Burial in Shawnee Mission Memory Garden, 23215 W. 75th St, Shawnee. Visitation will be from 8:30-9:30 prior...