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Trisha Dorsey
Date of Death : 02/04/2023Trisha Caye Dorsey, 41, of Smithville, MO passed away February 4, 2023.She was born on November 29, 1981, to Richard Vance and Karen Kay (Parsons) Lujin in Jefferson City, MO. Trisha grew up in Versailles, MO and she graduated from Morgan County R2 High School in 2000. Trisha later graduated in 2004 from CMSU in Warrensburg with a bachelors degree in photography and public relations.On August 16, 2004, she met her husband Derek Dorsey at the Missouri State Fair. They were married on April 8, 2006. After their marriage they lived in Clarksdale, MO and later moved to Smithville, MO.She...
Funeral Service : 02/09/2023
Keith Rumpf
Date of Death : 01/27/2023Herbert Keith Rumpf, 80, of Agency, MO passed away, January 27, 2023.He was born on July 5, 1942 to Herbert Frederick and Esther Lorene (Staggs) Rumpf in St. Joseph, MO. He was raised north of Agency, MO and graduated from Faucett High School in 1959.On August 3, 1963 he was united in marriage to Sharon Kempa. After their marriage they made their home in Agency. Keith owned and operated R&H Farms with his brother-in-law, Jack Holt.He was a member of the Agency United Methodist Church. Keith enjoyed collecting arrowheads, mushroom hunting, woodworking and traveling.He was preceded in death by his...
Funeral Service : 02/18/2023
Tony Paden
Date of Death : 01/27/2023Anthony Paden, 35, of Dearborn, MO passed away unexpectedly at his home, January 27, 2023.He was born on June 4, 1987 to Darren Lee Paden and Beckie Sue (McLain) Moore in North Kansas City, MO. Tony grew up in the Dearborn area and graduated from North Platte High School in 2006. He then served his country in the U.S. Air Force.Tony was united in marriage to his former wife, Jennifer Rolfe, and they had two daughters. Tony lived in Dearborn where he made his home.He was a member of the New Market Christian Church. Tony enjoyed hunting and fishing and...
Funeral Service : 02/03/2023
Leona Tanner
Date of Death : 01/23/2023Leona Tanner, 92, of Gower, MO passed away, January 23, 2023.She was born on March 24, 1930 to George Benton and Tacie Leona (Maddox) Mumford in Gower, MO. Leona grew up near Gower and graduated from Gower High School.On March 24, 1950 she was united in marriage to Robert Franklin Tanner. After their marriage they lived near Gower where they made their home. Her husband, Franklin, passed away, January 16, 2009.She loved to square dance, enjoyed horse shows, and was an avid animal lover, especially her dogs. Leona worked on the farm with Franklin throughout their lives together and they...
Funeral Service : 01/27/2023
Bill Peek
Date of Death : 01/21/2023Billy C. Peek was born in Marshall, North Carolina, on January 26, 1938, to Lockie and Ervin Peek. He passed away peacefully on January 21, 2023.Surviving are his wife, Nancy, who shared 43 wonderful years with him; his daughter, Jennifer Davenport (Corey), Clinton, MO; grandchildren, Montana, Hayden, Addisyn, and Maci; and great-grandchildren Bentley Clay and Tinleigh Jean. He was the youngest of ten children; he had four brothers and five sisters. Surviving siblings are two sisters, Janette Dockery and Mafra Crisp, North Carolina, and many nephews and nieces.His five Fox sisters-in-law and their husbands Sharon (Ron) Brandt, Penny Evertson, Vicky...
Funeral Service : 01/28/2023
Herman Seckel
Date of Death : 01/18/2023Herman Seckel, 89, of Dearborn, MO passed away, January 18, 2023.He was born on January 18, 1934, to Henry Franklin and Nora Mae (Blankenship) Seckel in Dearborn, MO where he grew up. Herman graduated from North Platte High School where he was on the football team and was known as “Crazy Legs”.Herman lived in the Dearborn area where he farmed. He collected rocks, arrowheads and any Indian artifacts he could find. Herman never met a stranger and loved telling stories. Most of all he loved being with his family especially his nieces and nephews. He was a member of the...
Funeral Service : 01/24/2023
Jack Woods
Date of Death : 01/14/2023On Saturday, January 14th 2023, Jack E Woods, passed away. He was seventy-four. Born to Gale and Valene Woods, he graduated Platte County R-3 High School in 1966, and went on to attend Mizzou in Columbia, Missouri, graduating with a Bachelors degree in Forestry in 1970. He attended the Masters program for the same. He was an avid outdoorsman, enjoying hunting, fishing, and camping. He attended many of his son's scouting activities, and trips, earning the nickname "Smokey" for his knowledge of woodsman ship and gentle nature. Shortly out of college, he married Susan, with whom he had two sons....
Funeral Service : 01/14/2023
Jerry Grame
Date of Death : 01/11/2023Jerry Charles Grame, 80, of Platte City, MO passed away January 11, 2023.He was born January 7, 1943, to Charles and Beatrice L. (Chmidling) Grame in San Diego, CA. Jerry grew up in rural Platte County and graduated from West Platte High School in 1961. He attended Benedictine College in Atchison, KS.On December 2, 1973, he was united in marriage to Alnoma Clemens. After their marriage they lived in Platte City where they made their home.Jerry retired as a parts manager from TWA. He is survived by his wife Alnoma Grame; son David James Grame; daughter Shelly Renee Taulbee; grandchildren...
Funeral Service : 01/11/2023
Martha Shumate
Date of Death : 01/11/2023Martha Shumate, 88, of Gower, MO, passed away, January 11, 2023.She was born on November 15, 1934 to William Aldon and Beulah Ann (DeWeese) Baker in Rushville, MO. Martha grew up in Rushville, Easton, and graduated from Plattsburg High School. On June 8, 1952 she was united in marriage to Robert E. Shumate. After their marriage they lived in Kansas City, Stewartsville, and in 1972 they moved to Gower where they made their home. Her husband preceded her in death on August 11, 2010.Martha worked various places throughout her life, but her passion was her family. She had a kind...
Funeral Service : 01/16/2023
Walter Morris
Date of Death : 01/11/2023Walter Huffman Morris, 98, died January 11, surrounded by his children at his home near Parkville, Mo following a brief illness. Walt was born September 27, 1924 in Kansas City, Mo to Walter Herman and Lyda Jane Morris. He began school there but the family soon moved to southwest Missouri where they lived throughout the depression. He attended school in several towns, eventually settling in Springfield where he graduated from Central High School. He went on to Draughons Business College. Walt soon joined the WWII Navy. He was a proud veteran who served over two years in the South Pacific...
Funeral Service : 05/13/2023
Mary Lou Lovell
Date of Death : 01/09/2023Mary Lou Lovell, 95, of Lenexa, KS passed away, January 9, 2023. She was born on June 4, 1927 to Wallace and Alice (Litchfield) Seavers in Kansas City, MO. Mary Lou grew up in Kansas City, Kansas where she graduated high school. She married Ernest F. Lovell December 17th of 1950. After their marriage they lived on a farm near Edgerton, MO for 28 years and later moved to Kansas City, MO where they made their home. Her husband, Ernest, passed away, November 16, 2012. Mary Lou and Ernest enjoyed square dancing and were members of Boots and Bows. They...
Funeral Service : 04/08/2023
Lewis Waters
Date of Death : 01/05/2023Lewis Richard Waters, 93, of Missouri City, Mo., went to be with the Lord on Tuesday, January 5, 2023. He was born on June 16, 1929, in Paradise, Mo. to the late Daniel Rice and Vera Lou (Dray) Waters. Lewis was united in marriage to Ruth Jeraline Gordon on December 15, 1950. They were married for 70 years before Ruth passed away on January 29, 2021.Lewis is survived by three children: Belinda Turner (Bob Tarver), Richard (Karen Renee) Waters, and Karen Collison (Rob Montgomery); five grandchildren: James (Vicky) Turner, Michael (Abby) Turner, Emiley Collison (Tim Davis), Betsy (Adam) Heaton, and...
Funeral Service : 01/05/2023
Anna Marie Paden
Date of Death : 01/04/2023Anna Marie Paden, 75, of Dearborn, MO passed away January 4, 2023 at home.She was born on September 11, 1947, to Alex and Arlene Visocsky in Leavenworth, Kansas. Anna married Loren Ray Paden and they made their home in New Market, MO. She loved camping, gardening, doing crafts, and most of all she loved being a caregiver to several teacher’s children. Anna also managed KCL/Trex Mart in Camden Point for several years and built several homes in the area. For the last few years Anna said daily prayers for everyone in need. She was preceded in death by her parents...
Funeral Service : 01/09/2023
Jeniffer Emerson
Date of Death : 01/02/2023Jeniffer Renee Emerson, 46, of Odessa, MO passed away January 2, 2023.She was born on March 11, 1976, in Dover, Delaware. Jeniffer grew up in a military family living in several places. In 1995, Jeniffer graduated from Taft High School in San Antonia, TX. Jeniffer was a property manager for several years. She was an avid Chicago White Sox and Chicago Bears fan. She loved to crochet and spend time with her family especially her grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her father Gary Kent Emerson. Jeniffer is survived by her children Makayla (Erik) Turcios, Autumn Hughes and Makenzy...
Funeral Service : 01/06/2023
Naomi Morgan
Date of Death : 01/02/2023Naomi Morgan, 86, of Kansas City, MO passed away, January 2, 2023.She was born on November 4, 1936 to Victor and Elva (Garrett) Yelton in Coldwater, KS. Naomi grew up in Gentry, AR where she graduated from Gentry High School.On October 31, 1954 she was united in marriage to Vernon Morgan. After their marriage they lived in various places and in 1994 settled in Kansas City where they made their home.Naomi was a telephone operator for Southwestern Bell. She was a semiprofessional bowler and a bowling instructor. Naomi was a private pilot and enjoyed hunting, fishing and painting. She also...
Funeral Service : 01/09/2023Enter your email address to be notified when new obituaries are added.