The world became a little quieter on June 28, 2026, when Carrie Lynn Gonzales, a beloved wife, mother, sister, grandmother, and great‑grandmother, passed away at home surrounded by those who loved her most. She was 69. Born on January 10, 1957, in Kansas City, Missouri, Carrie grew into a woman whose warmth, strength, and steady kindness shaped every life she touched. For…
Kevin Treece, 41, of Blue Springs, Missouri, passed away on June 27, 2026. He was born on April 12, 1985, in Independence, Missouri, to Brenda Kay Treece and Steven Craig Treece. Kevin was known for his hard work and his fierce love and loyalty for his family and chosen family. He enjoyed singing with the windows down, taking adventures anywhere…
Sharon Kay Gates, beloved sister, Aunt, cousin and friend to so many, died Friday, August 27, 2021, in her home at the age of 71. Sharon is survived by her sisters Jan Kimble and Debbie Stewart (husband, Dave Stewart), nephews Rick Henderson and Steven Stewart, her nieces Carinne McNamara and Shanna Hutcheson, several great nieces and great nephews, and very…
Terry Lee Miller, 70, of Oak Grove, MO, passed away peacefully on June 25, 2026, after a life marked by challenges, perseverance, and the enduring love of family. Born in 1956, Terry graduated from Oak Grove High School in 1974 and attended college at Central Missouri State University in Warrensburg, MO for one year. Terry’s life was not measured by…
Mary (Sissie) Llewellyn Morris, 92, went to be with her Lord and Savior June 23, 2026. She was born September 24, 1933 in Grain Valley, Missouri to Roy and Ruth Brown. Sissie was the 4th of seven children: Billy, Margie, Charlie, (Sissie), Doris Jean, Florene and Jimmy. All have predeceased her but two sisters, Margie and Doris Jean. She…
Anna Belle (Lee) Nelson, 92, formerly of Independence, passed away on June 22, 2026, at Centerpoint Hospital. A visitation will be held at 1:00 p.m., followed by funeral services at 2:00 p.m., on Monday, June 29, 2026, at Royer’s New Salem Funeral Home in Independence, Missouri. Burial to follow in Salem Cemetery, Independence, Missouri. Annie was born on October 1,…
Patricia Ann (Whitfill) Mora passed away at Saint Lukes East Hospital on June 21, 2026 surrounded by the love of her family at the age of 88. Pat was born on October 24, 1937 in Kansas City, Missouri. She attended Southeast High School and married Augustine Mora in 1954. Together they raised four daughters and shared 51 years of marriage before…
Paul Patrick Perry Jr. of Independence, MO passed away on 20, June, 2026. A private celebration of life will be held at a later date. Paul was born on February 16, 1996 in Everett, Washington. He was a dedicated father, loving husband, beloved brother, and cherished friend. Paul taught those around him to love fiercely and loyally, with no reservations.…
Ralph Carl Patrick Wilson, 67, of Odessa, Missouri passed away at home on June 19, 2026. Funeral services will be held at 11 am on Wednesday July 1 at St. John LaLande Catholic Church 805 NW R D Mize Rd, Blue Springs, MO 64015; burial in Mount Olivet Cemetery, Kansas City, MO; lunch at the church to follow. Visitation will…
Brent Tyler Rodman, 42, of Oak Grove, Missouri, passed away on Wednesday, June 17, 2026. A visitation will be held Thursday, June 25, 2026, from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., followed by a funeral service at 7:00 p.m., at Royer Funeral Home in Grain Valley, Missouri. Brent was born on December 17, 1983, in Kansas City, Missouri, to Thomas and…