Frederick Maples, 85, of Independence, Mo., passed away Wednesday, December 14, 2022, at his home in Independence.
 A visitation was from 5 – 7 p.m. on Tuesday, December 20, 2022, at Speaks Suburban Chapel. A funeral service will be held at 10 a.m. on Wednesday, December 21, 2022, at Sycamore Hills Baptist Church, 15200 E. 39th St., Independence. In lieu of flowers memorials may be directed to Sycamore Hills Baptist Church.