Gloria A. Seitz
Gloria A. Seitz, 89, of Lake Tapawingo, MO, died April 12, 2022.
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Gloria L. Kniffen
Gloria L. Kniffen, 63, of Blue Springs, MO, died April 14, 2022.
James J. Dillon
James J. Dillon, 79, of Blue Springs, MO, died April 15, 2022.
William E. Paschall
William E. Paschall, 93, of Independence, MO passed away April 15, 2022.
William L. Ingersoll, Jr.
Died 4/1/2022 in Los Angeles, Calif. Born and raised in Blue Springs, Mo. Attended Blue Springs schools where he excelled in all sports. Survived by mother Cathy, brother Brian (Bridget), a niece and nephew, and a large extended family. No formal services planned.
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On one end of the Missouri Capitol last week, Sen. Greg Razer was making yet another unsuccessful attempt to convince his colleagues to enact legal protections in state law for LGBTQ Missourians.
Eagles warm up with rout
The Grain Valley High School baseball team brought its heavy lumber to Raytown Monday afternoon. The result was a run-filled, 18-hit, 21-4 five-inning victory over the Blue Jays.
British leader apologizes, resists calls to quit
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Charlotte Rose Bramblett
Charlotte Rose Bramblett, 83, of Independence, MO, passed away on April 11, 2022. She is predeceased by her husband Ronald Bramblett, son Keith Bramblett, parents Talton Walls & Lulu Watson Walls, five sisters, and one brother. She left behind her daughter Susan Cumberland and several beloved grandchildren, nephews, and nieces. Charlotte was a member of Callao Christian Church. She enjoyed spending time with her family and looking for the best estate sales.
Harriell Wayne Booker
Harriell Wayne Booker, 86, of Independence, Missouri, passed away on Easter Sunday, April 17, 2022. He arrived in Heaven on time to spend the sunrise service with Jesus. Harriell was born August 21, 1935, the first child of Hobert and Alba Booker in Alton, Missouri. There will be a visitation from 6-8:00 pm Friday, April 22, 2022 and funeral services at 1:00 pm Saturday, April 23 at the Carson-Speaks Chapel, 1501 W Lexington Ave, Independence, MO. Burial will follow at Blue Springs Cemetery. Harriell is survived by Mary, his wife of 59 and a half years; two daughters, Donna and husband Steve Adcock, Rechelle and husband John Monteil; three grandchildren, Tyler and wife Rachael Adcock, Shane and Brianna Montiel; two great-grandsons, Wesley and Arthur Adcock; two brothers, Glen and wife Ruth Booker, Lonnie and wife Margaret Booker; and two sisters, Leona Booker and Marilyn Booker. A full obituary can be read at www.speakschapel.com (Arr: Carson-Speaks Chapel, 816-252-7900)