Eva Jean Sanderson was placed at the feet of Jesus, surrounded by her children and loving family on July 30, 2026 in Blue Springs, Mo. Born on October 6, 1936 in Vardaman, Ms, to Huge Gaston Hamilton and Ruby Leola Hardin, Jean was raised in Mississippi with 10 Brothers and sisters where she came from humble beginnings, but she never lacked for love or drive.…
Ricky Eugene Kennicutt, 67, of Lebanon, Missouri, formerly of the Wellington/Napoleon area passed away July 29, 2026, surrounded by his family. A private celebration of life will be held at a later date. Rick loved fishing, R.C. racing, and spending time with those he loved. He was preceded in death by his parents Robert E. Kennicutt and Alma L. Kincaid. Rick is survived by his sister, brother-in-law, 3 children, 9 grandchildren,…
Edward Earl Wilcutt, 61, of Independence, Missouri, passed away on Sunday, July 19, 2026. Services will be held on Saturday, August 1st at Crown Pointe Church, 5950 NE Lakewood Way, Lee’s Summit, MO 64064, with visitation at 11:00am followed by a Celebration of his life at 12:00pm. Edward was born November 3, 1964, in Los Angeles, CA, the son of…
Richard Wayne Harris Sr., 68, of Mapleton, Kansas, passed away on July 25, 2026, at his home in Grain Valley, Missouri. A Celebration of Life will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, August 8, 2026, at Royer Funeral Home, 100 Royer Lane, Grain Valley, Missouri 64029. The family will receive friends from 10:00 a.m. until the time of the…
John Joseph Leibrecht, 81, of Independence, Missouri, passed away peacefully Friday, July 24, 2026. Services will be held at Royer’s New Salem Funeral Home in Independence, Missouri, on Thursday, July 30, 2026, with visitation at 1:00 p.m. and funeral at 2:00 p.m., followed by burial in Oak Ridge Memory Garden, Independence, Missouri. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests contributions…
Stephan Anderson Hardin (Bishop) of Independence, MO passed away July 23, 2026 at Centerpoint Medical Center, surrounded by love from family and friends. Visitation will be held at 4pm for family and 5pm to 6pm for the public, services will follow at 6pm on July 29, 2026 at Royer’s New Salem Funeral Home located at 1823 N. Blue Mills RD,…
E. (Ernest) “Dwayne” Burks, age 81, of Blue Springs, MO passed away on Wednesday, July 23, 2026, at Jefferson Healthcare of Lee’s Summit, MO. Dwayne was born on January 6, 1945, in Fordland, MO to Carlos Alek “CA” Burks and Ester “Lorene” (Lair) Burks. He and wife, Penny Livesay Burks, were married July 5, 1993. Surviving are his wife of…
(August 24, 1951 - July 23, 2026) Jack E. Enlow, Jr., 74, of Bates City, MO, was born in Salem, Oregon. He died at home peacefully surrounded by loved ones. He was a beloved husband, stepfather, brother, uncle, and friend to many. Jack was preceded in death by Jack E. Enlow, Sr. and Barbara J. Enlow. Jack is survived by his…
Judith Lee Frazier, 85, of Independence, Missouri, passed away peacefully Thursday, July 23, 2026. Services will be held at Royer’s New Salem Funeral Home in Independence, Missouri, on Tuesday, July 28, 2026, with visitation at 5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. and funeral following the next morning, Wednesday, July 29, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. Judy was born on March 7, 1941…
Gene Allen Barnes passed away July 22, 2026. A visitation will be held Monday, July 27, 2026, 5:00 – 7:00 p.m. at Royer Funeral Home, Grain Valley, Missouri. Following will be a graveside service at Leavenworth National Cemetery, Tuesday, July 28, 2026, at 12:30 p.m. Allen, a deeply devoted husband, loving father, proud veteran, and a man of immense strength…