John Vernon Hilburn Sr, 87, of Grain Valley, Missouri, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, December 30, 2020, surrounded by his loving children. Remembrance services will be held at a later date. John was born August 29, 1933 in Independence Missouri, the son of Roscoe J Hilburn and Kathryn (Arterburn) Hilburn. He had many talents. John enjoyed cooking and baking, photography,…
Dale Eugene Shackelford, 84, of Blue Springs, Missouri passed away on Tuesday, December 29, 2020, at home. A graveside memorial service is scheduled for 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, June 26th, 2021 at Blue Springs Cemetery 2800 SW Walnut Street, Blue Springs, MO 64014. Dale was born on June 25, 1936 in Independence, Missouri, son of Andrew J. and Irene (Shrout) Shackelford. He graduated from William Chrisman High School in 1954. Dale married…
Esther Arlene Gilland (Gilliland) Harkrider/Rich, 96, of Lake Tapawingo, Missouri passed away Tuesday, December 29, 2020. A graveside service is planned on her birthday, June 6th, in Blue Springs, MO. In lieu of flowers contributions can be made to the MS Society. Esther was born June 6, 1924 in Worth County, Missouri, the daughter of Wesley and Margie (Davis) Gilland. She…
Our beloved Mother, Shell Ann Everett, was called to her eternal home December 28, 2020 after nearly 95 years of a life well-lived. Starting her life on the farm and following high school graduation in Calhoun, Missouri, she quickly acclimated to city life after moving to Kansas City. Having strong family ties meant weekly travel back and forth for many…
Robert “Bob” L. Dennis of Kingsville, MO, passed away at home with his family by his side on Sunday, December 27, 2020 at the age of 74 years. Bob was born on January 14, 1946 to Simon and Helen Dennis in Kansas City, MO. After graduating from Van Horn High School in 1964, he landed his career job working for…
Calvin Floyd Meade, 59 of Independence, MO passed away December 26, 2020 at his home. Visitation will be 10:00-11:00 a.m. Saturday, January 2, 2021 at Royer’s New Salem Funeral Home; Independence, MO. Funeral service to follow at 11:00 a.m. Calvin was born November 22, 1961 in Kansas City, MO to Leroy & Yvonne (Pouncil) Meade, Jr. He married Jody K.…
Deloris Morris Rogers, 91, of Independence, formerly of Wellington and Levasy Missouri passed away Saturday, December 26, 2020 with her daughters by her side. A visitation will be held from 10:00 to 11:30 a.m. Thursday, January 7th at Royer Funeral Home, Grain Valley; burial at 2:00 p.m. in South Point Cemetery, Orrick, Missouri. Memorial contributions can be made to: Hickory Groves…
Lane Coy Argetsinger, 70, of Blue Springs passed away on December 26, 2020 with his daughters by his side. Lane was a true example of an eldest child. He was strong, stern and a natural leader. He proudly served our country in the United States Marine Corps. Lane was married to his one true love, Carole Rist until she passed…
Vernon Wesley “Wes” Hill, 82, of Oak Grove and Blue Springs, MO passed away December 25, 2020 at his home. He was preceded in death by his parents, Ralph and Dorothy (Carney) Hill; brother, Ralph Hill; and sisters: Carol Douglas and Kathleen Shepherd. Wes was survived by his wife, Cheryl, of the home; sons, David (Paula) of Shawnee, KS, and…
Patricia Ann Brewer, 79, of Independence, MO, passed away Thursday, December 24, 2020 at St. Luke’s Hospital on the Plaza. A celebration of life will be held at a later date. Patricia was born May 25, 1941 in Kansas City, MO, the daughter of Francis and Gladys P. (Jackson) Langford. She enjoyed fishing, going to the casino, shopping, and spending…