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Bettie Taylor
Date of Death : 01/06/2024Bettie Taylor died on January 6, 2024 at Oak Hills Living Center in New Ulm, MN. She was 93. Bettie was born in Trimble, MO, June 29, 1930, to Burr and May Wright, the oldest of five children. She is survived by her children, Bruce (Jo Anne) of New Ulm, MN, Sherida of Stanwood, WA, Mark (Janet) of Crystal Falls, MI, her sister Vivlyn of Chula Vista, CA, brother Bennie of Quartzsite, AZ, seven grand children, one great grandchild, and many nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by husband Byron, her parents, and two brothers.Bettie graduated from Edgerton, MO high...
Funeral Service : 05/03/2024
Louanna Williams
Date of Death : 12/31/2023Louanna Jean Williams, 101, of Dearborn, MO passed away December 31, 2023.She was born on September 14, 1922, to Edward Ray and Lucy Jean (Sowders) Stalder in NewMarket, MO where she grew up and attended school.On December 13, 1938, she was united in marriage to Virgil Hale Williams in Leavenworth, KS.After their marriage they lived in Dearborn where they made their home. On October 30, 1990, her husband passed away.Louanna worked for 28 years at Waggoner Mercantile Agency as a debt adjuster, retiring in1998, and she also worked at United Telephone Company as a switchboard operator. Louanna was a member...
Funeral Service : 01/05/2024
Kevin Drake
Date of Death : 12/29/2023Kevin Drake, 65, of Liberty, MO, formerly of Gower, MO passed away, December 29, 2023.He was born on April 27, 1958 to George Woodrow and Phyllis Arlene (Inscho) Drake in St. Joseph, MO. He graduated from East Buchanan High School in 1976. Kevin was united in marriage to Cynthia Trumble. She preceded him in death. He worked for Ford Motor Company for many years. He was an avid Chiefs Fan.Kevin was also preceded in death by his parents, infant sister, Samantha Drake, brothers, Anthony “Tony” Drake and Randy Drake, and nephew, Jeremy Drake.He is survived by his step-son, Charles “Chaz”...
Funeral Service : 01/03/2024
Jeffrey McCauley
Date of Death : 12/28/2023It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Jeffrey McCauley, beloved husband and father, on December 28th, 2023. Born on April 19th, 1962 in Omaha, Nebraska to Karen and Roger McCauley, Jeffrey was a kind and gentle man who touched the lives of everyone he met.Jeffrey was preceded in death by his mother, Karen McCauley. He is survived by his beloved wife Sharmila McCauley; children Jessica, Kevin, Darron, and Roman McCauley; siblings Robert McCauley, Matthew McCauley and Shelley Dahlgren; and father Roger McCauley. Throughout his life Jeffrey was passionate about learning and enjoyed reading books on a...
Funeral Service : 01/06/2024
Michael Babbitt
Date of Death : 12/19/2023Michael R. Babbitt, 64, of Smithville, MO passed away at his home on December 19, 2023.He was born on July 24, 1959 to Lee Earl and Evelyn Jane (Kindle) Babbitt in Jackson County, MO. He graduated from North Platte High School in 1977.On May 3, 2003 he was united in marriage to Jayne (McDonald) Babbitt.Mike worked at AT&T as a Software Development Engineer and retired after 40 years.He was preceded in death by his parents.Mike is survived by his wife, Jayne, of the home; children, Bryant (Lindsay) Babbitt, Ozark, MO, Preston Babbitt, Ozark, MO, Annie (Davy) Hawes, Lamar, MO, Carla...
Funeral Service : 12/30/2023
David Heavner
Date of Death : 12/19/2023David Wayne Heavner, 54, of Kansas City, MO passed away December 19, 2023, after a lengthy battle with cancer.He was born on April 30, 1969, in Kansas City, MO. David and his twin sister Dana grew up in Smithville and graduated from Smithville High School in 1987. David was a “jack of all trades” working with several people in the area and was also a REPO man. He was an avid deer hunter and loved being outdoors.He is survived by his mother Janet Haddock; his twin sister Dana Heavner; his siblings Jerry Heavner, Michael Heavner, Robert (Tish) Heavner, and Deborah...
Funeral Service : 12/30/2023
Dale Boydston
Date of Death : 12/18/2023Alvin Dale Boydston, 87, of Edgerton, MO passed away passed away December 18, 2023.He was born on November 18, 1936, to Daniel and Mable (Bacon) Boydston in Edgerton, MO where he grew up and attended school. Dale worked in construction running heavy equipment where he retired in 1998. He also farmed most of his life. Dale enjoyed being outdoors, hunting, fishing, long back road drives and he loved making music with his friends.He was preceded in death by his parents Daniel and Mable Boydston and his sister Lois Goodson.Dale is survived by his son Johnny (Robin) Boydston; his daughter Tressa...
Funeral Service : 12/22/2023
Donna DuBois
Date of Death : 12/18/2023Donna DuBois, 77, of Smithville, MO passed away, December 18, 2023.She was born on December 4, 1946 to James Stephen and Martha Elma (Cox) Shepherd in Smithville, MO. Donna grew up in Smithville and graduated from Smithville High School. On December 11, 1964 she was united in marriage to Larry R. DuBois. After their marriage they lived in Smithville where they built their home on the family farm. Her husband, Larry, preceded her in death on June 4, 2012.Donna was the assistant to the department head of Respiratory Therapy at Spelman Memorial Hospital and later worked at North Kansas City...
Funeral Service : 12/21/2023
Fred Snider
Date of Death : 12/16/2023Visitation will be held from 5:00-6:00 p.m. with Celebration of Life Services at 6:00 p.m. on Thursday, March 14th at the Smithville First Christian Church.Memorials may be made to Smithville First Christian Church or Susan French for family choice. Fred Langdon Snider, 80, of Smithville, MO passed away December 16, 2023.He was born on March 13, 1943, to Francis Roy and Edna Grace (Crank) Snider in Kansas City, MO. Fred grew up in Smithville, MO and in 1961 he graduated from Smithville High School. Fred attended William Jewell College where he studied political science.On June 16, 1967, he was united...
Funeral Service : 03/14/2024
Pansy "Mitzi" Laney
Date of Death : 12/11/2023Pansy “Mitzi” Laney, 89, of Edgerton, MO passed away, December 11, 2023.She was born on May 10, 1934 to George and LeNora (Dulaney) Russel in Jones, Texas. On December 31, 1952 she was united in marriage to Dr. Charles E. Laney. After their marriage they lived in California, Arkansas, Texas and in 1973 they moved to Edgerton, MO where they made their home. They owned and operated Smithville Chiropractic for many years. Her husband, Doc, passed away on August 24, 2018.She was a member of the Mt. Zion Baptist Church. She enjoyed gardening and painting and taught preschool for eleven...
Funeral Service : 12/15/2023
Betty Davis
Date of Death : 12/08/2023Betty Davis, 86, of Smithville, MO passed away, December 8, 2023.She was born on October 13, 1938 to Tom and Ruth Vyrostek. Betty grew up in Gallatin and graduated from Gallatin High School.In August 1962 she was united in marriage to Harry N. Davis. After their marriage they lived in Kansas City, and in 1967 moved to Smithville where they made their home. Her husband, Harry, preceded her in death on February 13, 2007.Betty was an active member of the Smithville United Methodist Church for many years. She loved her cats and most of all spending time with her grandchildren.She...
Funeral Service : 12/13/2023
James W. Newman
Date of Death : 12/07/2023James William Newman, Jr., 97, of Smithville, MO passed away December 7, 2023.He was born on August 13, 1926, to James W. and Jessie R. (Johnson) Newman in Edgerton, MO. James grew up and attended school in the Paradise and Trimble area. He was an over the road truck driver and retired at the age of 84. He loved to mow and keep up his yard, which he did up through this last summer. James was preceded in death by his parents and 2 sisters.He is survived by his children Geneva Hagar and husband Kenny, Linda Hagar and husband Mike,...
Funeral Service : 12/07/2023
Alfred Morgan
Date of Death : 12/07/2023Alfred "Big A" Morgan, 68, of Waverly Missouri, formerly of Plattsburg Missouri passed away December 7th, 2023.He was born September 23, 1955 to Lester Asbury and Helen Faye (Murray) Morgan in St Joseph Missouri, but grew up in Plattsburg, where he attended Plattsburg schools. And he did a short stint in the military.He was self-employed working on cars and doing other odd jobs. He loved fishing, mushroom hunting and spending good times with family and friends.He was preceded in death by his parents Lester and Helen Faye Morgan; his second wife, Nancy; two brothers, Herman Lewis Morgan and Richard Marvin...
Funeral Service : 12/13/2023
Marion "Mick" Mick
Date of Death : 12/04/2023Marion “Mick” Francis Mick, 78, of Plattsburg, MO passed away December 4, 2023.He was born July 31, 1945, to Oswald “Ozzie” and Lorraine (Taylor) Mick in Plattsburg, MO where he grew up and graduated from Plattsburg High School. He then served his county in the United States Navy.On February 11, 1985, he was united in marriage to Peggy (Manus) Rawlings. After their marriage they lived in Plattsburg where they made their home. Peggy passed away on December 18, 2015. Mick was an over the road truck driver and later drove a school bus for the Plattsburg School District. He enjoyed...
Funeral Service : 12/07/2023
John Williams
Date of Death : 12/02/2023John Williams, 88, of Gower, MO, passed away, December 2, 2023.He was born on March 10, 1935 to Dave Coleman and Grace Pearl (Southard) Williams in Pauls Valley, Oklahoma. He served his country in the U.S. Army.On August 9, 1982 he was united in marriage Gloria (Thompson) Ransdell. After their marriage they lived in Gower where they made their home.John was a mechanic for Boeing and retired from TWA/American Airlines with over 50 years of service. He was the great storyteller of the family. John loved his job at TWA was an OU Sooners Fan. He loved playing basketball and...
Funeral Service : 12/07/2023Enter your email address to be notified when new obituaries are added.