July 2022

KENNETH RAY SCHUMACHER

July 16, 2022

Ken, lovingly known as Pops, of Independence, MO, passed away Sunday, June 26, 2022, at his home with family beside him. Ken was born February 23, 1952 in Clinton, MO to Raymond and Selma (Ehlers) Schumacher of Cole Camp, MO. He was baptized by Pastor Henry Gerike on March 16, 1952 at Trinity Lutheran Church. His sponsors were Edwin and Leona Schnakenberg and Richard Ehlers. Ken was confirmed by Pastor Krout at Trinity Lutheran on April 3, 1966. Ken graduated from Cole Camp High School in 1970 and received his BS in Architectural Design from UCM in 1974. Ken spent his career in the farming, insurance and real estate industries. He was a member of Messiah Lutheran Church. He served as Mayor of Malta Bend, MO and was a former member of the Corder Lions Club. He was a skilled carpenter, electrician, plumber, and painter. Ken’s time throughout his life was dedicated to loving, providing, and caring for his family. Ken’s patient spirit and kind soul always shone in the presence of animals and children. He loved spending time with his family and friends, traveling (especially cruises), being in nature, hunting (quail, deer and pheasant), singing and dancing to country western and reggae music and he loved a good game of pitch. He never passed up a chance to treat his grandkids and grand dog to ice cream! He is survived by his wife of nearly 50 years, Patty Schumacher; two children, Kristopher Schumacher and wife (Kelly) and Kara Schumacher all of Kansas City, MO; five grandchildren, Gretchen, Konrad, Karolina, Lillian and Juniper and his grand dog, Bonnie. He was preceded in death by his parents and sister, Delores Schumacher. Per Ken’s wishes, his body has been bequeathed to KU’s Willed Body Program for medical research. A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date. A Tribute by the KU medical students will be held in August 2023 at KU Medical Center followed by a graveside service at Trinity Lutheran Cemetery in Cole Camp, MO. Special thanks to the staff of Missouri Palliative and Hospice for his home care. A memorial has been established in his name to the Trinity Lutheran Church Cemetery Fund, 104 E. Butterfield Trail, Cole Camp, Missouri 65325. Online condolences may be expressed to the family at www. speakschapel.com (Arrangements: Speaks Suburban Chapel (816) 373-3600)

July 16, 2022

Carole, age 76, of Indep. MO lost her battle with cancer on July 10, 2022. She was born Nov 12, 1945, in KC, MO. A proud member of Beta Sigma Phi for 50 years. Worked in home health at Integrity as a Personal Caregiver for 22 years and The Wednesday Magazine for 39 years. Member of St. Marks Catholic Church. She is survived by 4 children: Melinda Boothe, Michele Gilner, Bryan Van Nimwegen, Melissa Johnson, Sister: Susan Johnson, 6 Grandchildren, and 7 Great Grandchildren. Visitation 10-11am Chapel and graveside services will follow immediately at Elmwood Cemetery in KC, MO. In lieu of flowers, please donate to Catholic Charities.

BOB WILLIAMS

July 16, 2022

Bob Williams (Robert Lee Williams, 19362022), loving husband of Judy Williams, attentive and supportive father of Jeff, Julie, and Joey, encouraging grandfather of Kyle and Hana Lee, and adoring great-grandfather of Jones Robert Lee, passed away Tuesday, July 12, 2022, at the age of 85. Bob and Judy celebrated 66 years of marriage in June.

‘Helltown’ shines light on Cape Cod killer

July 16, 2022

“Helltown: The Untold Story of a Serial Killer on Cape Cod” by Casey Sherman (Sourcebooks) True crime is all the rage these days. Books, movies, documentaries, streaming series, podcasts — even streaming series about podcasts — are everywhere as Americans continue to obsess over the genre.

When you eat could be key to living longer, scientists say

July 16, 2022

DALLAS -- New research from the UT Southwestern Medical Center suggests that not only what we eat, but also when we eat it, could play a role in how long we live. The idea that reducing the amount of calories you eat can extend your lifespan has been around for a while.

‘A poet who connects’ given top U.S. honor

July 16, 2022

NEW YORK (AP) — The country’s next poet laureate, Ada Limón, has long thought of her work as a public art form. “I grew up with poetry being in the community,” says Limón, a native of Sonoma, California.

Dealing with the emotional costs of inflation

July 16, 2022

I practice positive psychology with both my clients and myself. I am honest about the struggles we have been going through, but I can also almost always find a silver lining. With inflation on the rise and the market in bear territory, right now the best I can do is give you economic insecurity emotional survival techniques.

July 16, 2022

Start to finish: 35 minutes Servings: 4 5 teaspoons ancho chili powder, divided 2 teaspoons ground cumin Kosher salt and ground black pepper 1-pound pork tenderloin, trimmed of silver skin and cut crosswise into 3 pieces 2 teaspoons lime zest, divided, plus 3 tablespoons lime juice 3 tablespoons light agave syrup, divided 2 cups cubed seedless red watermelon (about 8 ounces) 2 cups cubed cantaloupe (about 8 ounces) ½ English cucumber, halved lengthwise, seeded and cut into bite-size pieces 5 tablespoons roughly chopped fresh mint, divided 2 tablespoons grapeseed or other neutral oil Heat the oven to 450°F with a rack in the middle position. In a medium bowl, mix 2 teaspoons of the chili powder, the cumin, 2 teaspoons salt and ½ teaspoon pepper.

A sweet and savory melon salad with pork

July 16, 2022

A summery fruit salad and spicy pork tenderloin might not seem the most natural pairing — until you consider the precedents of pork chops with apple sauce and Italian prosciutto with melon. Truth is, cooks have been pairing sweet fruits and savory meats for centuries.

July 16, 2022

OK, last week, we had a peek at my dad’s family reunion. This week we’ll be reliving those following days with Daniel’s family on our trip to Pennsylvania in a 55-passenger bus.