Nola Ora Bacon died at Center Point Hospital on January 11, 2022 after 97 years, 1 month and 2 days of a full life. Nola was born the sixth of 9 children to Kitty Ruth (Harvey) and David Leslie Galbreath at Almeria, Loop County, Nebraska on December 9, 1924.
ODESSA - Jack Thomson, Odessa, beloved son, brother, husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather passed away on January 13, 2022. Jack had two prides in life, his devotion to his country through his law enforcement work of 50 years and his family.
LEE’S SUMMIT, MISSOURI – Ralph F. Beckett, of Lee’s Summit, MO., passed away on Monday, January 8, 2022, at the age of 78. Ralph was born to Frank and Edna…
INDEPENDENCE - Lynna L. Nelson passed away on January 1, 2022 in Liberty, Missouri at the age of 82. First and foremost, Lynna was unrivaled as a loving and dedicated mother. She deeply loved her brother and sister and their families. She was generous in love, time, and charity. She was a beautiful young lady who had a tomboy side. She was independent and was proud that she could take care of herself and do most anything. Her glowing smile and genuine care of others was loved by everyone she met, and she rarely knew a stranger. Lynna had a great love of animals and nature, having seven beloved dogs, two raccoon’s and two rabbits during her life, and caring for the birds and squirrels and any other creature which happened to frequent her yard. She was an avid gardener, spending many hours tending her plants and garden, and had belonged to the Independence Garden Club. She loved fishing and boating. Lynna belonged to Eastgate Chapter 367 Order of the Eastern Star where her husband Bob was a Mason, and to the Ararat Shrine Temple Harem unit. She was born in, grew up, and lived most of her life in Independence, MO, loving the closeness to her family and friends. During her first marriage as a diplomat’s wife, she traveled and lived across the world, residing for extended periods in New Delhi India, Kabul Afghanistan, Banbury England, Moscow USSR, and numerous other travels. There is no way her amazing life can fully or adequately be described or summed up in the span of a single page. She will be greatly loved, missed, and never forgotten by all that knew her. She is survived by her Son Scott Lindsey (Kathy), Step-Son Michael Nelson (Susan), Brother Ronald Thompson (Beverly), Sister Vickie Marlatt (Rick), Nephews: Douglas Thompson (Belinda), and Kirk Thompson (Amy), Great Nephews: Kyle Thompson (Trisha), Daniel Thompson, Kourtney Thompson, and Holly Thompson, GG-Nephew Declan Thompson, Step-Grand Children Jameson Stukes (Elizabeth), and Emily Finley (Shawn), and many cousins and other family. She was preceded in death by her husband Bobby Nelson, first husband Lawrence Lindsey, Father Roy Thompson, Mother Lena Marlatt, Step-Father Virgil Marlatt, and Step-Mother Hazel Thompson. In lieu of flowers the family suggests memorial contributions be made in Lynna’s memory to Wayside Waifs Animal Shelter, 3901 Martha Truman Rd., Kansas City, MO 64137, 816-761-8151. Https://waysidewaifs.org. Online condolences may be expressed to the family at www.speakschapel.com (Arrangements: Speaks Suburban Chapel (816) 373-3600)
INDEPENDENCE - Karen Estella Fultz, age 73, of Independence, Missouri passed away on Sunday, January 9, 2022. She was a graduate of Fort Osage High School. Karen had a passion for hairstyling; she received her certificate of hairstyling in 1989 and launched a career as a barber. Since 2001 she had owned and operated The Style Corner in Buckner, Missouri, and in the following two decades formed numerous friendships in that close-knit community. Karen enjoyed both her daily coffee/dinner visits with her close friend Linda and spending her off days shopping with her sister Barbara. She loved talking on the phone—to and from work—to those she held closest to her heart. And she loved calling her daughter, son-in-law, or grandsons to report that some form of technology “wasn’t working.” In those moments she was often frustrated but also kind, patient, and curious - and she embraced every moment she engaged with them. Karen’s passion for hairstyling was only surpassed by her love of family and friends. She was a hard-working single mother to Robin Thrasher (and spouse Chris) of Blue Springs; a cherished grandmother to Christopher Hendrix of Blue Springs and Dylan Hendrix (and partner Carrie Kucharski) of Independence; and a fur mom to her true love, Ziva. She was a loving sister to her eight siblings; survived by Billy Fultz, Barbara Charles, Ronnie Fultz (and wife Maxine) and Larry Fultz (and wife Clarkie) and preceded in death by Orville Fultz Jr., Johnny Fultz, Claude Fultz, and Charlene Gillette. Karen had numerous nieces and nephews who held a very special place in her heart; she loved to spoil them when they were little and, when they were grown, let them know she always had their back. There was rarely a conversation with Karen that didn’t include a story about a niece or nephew, and many of her most valued memories were the times she spent with her family. Although there are too many to name, know that she loved each and every one of you with her whole heart. It is hard to comprehend that someone could have that much love to give, but Karen certainly did. She was a generous spirit, always looking for ways to help or give. She was strong in the most subtle of ways. She will be missed by those fortunate enough to share a room with her, those fortunate enough to share a cup of coffee and a story and a laugh. The world will not be the same without Karen. Visitation services will be held on Monday, January 17th from 4PM-6PM at Speaks Chapel, 18020 E 19th Street, Independence, MO 64055. Service is immediately following at 6PM, where family and friends are encouraged to share your fondest memories and funniest stories of Karen. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to The Animal Rescue Alliance T.A.R.A (tarasdream.org) or Always and Furever Midwest Animal Sanctuary (alwaysandfurever.org).
Vernon E. Barker, 87 formerly of Buckner, MO, passed away Monday, January 10, 2022. A graveside service will be held at 2:00 p.m., Monday, January 17, 2022 at Buckner Hill Cemetery. Vernon was born November 18, 1934. Married to Nellie Darlene Barker for 69 years, there were two sons born of this marriage, Ronald E. Barker and Larry R. Barker. Vernon was preceded in death by his parents and son, Ronald E. Barker. He is survived by his wife Nellie Darlene Barker of the home, son Larry Barker and wife Susan Barker of Niangua, MO, grandson Craig R. Barker & wife Lacey Barker of Niangua, MO, two great granddaughters Haley G. Barker and Riley K. Barker of Niangua, MO, sister Bonnie Alumbaugh and husband Shorty Alumbaugh of Odessa, MO, brother Robert Barker and wife Becky Barker of Pleasant Hill, MO and several nieces and nephews. Vernon was loved and will be missed by all. Online condolences may be expressed at www.speakschapel.com (Arrangements: Speaks Buckner Chapel (816) 650-5555)
INDEPENDENCE - Steve W. Zevecke 83 of Independence MO. passed away on December 27, 2021 at his home. Steve was born on June 20, 1938 to George and Mary (Balko) Zevecke. Steve was preceded in death by both of his parents, 2 brothers, 2 sisters and his son Steven. Steve is survived by his wife Janet, 3 children Jeff, Dennis and Lisa (husband Ed) as well as several grandchildren and great grandchildren. Services will be held Monday January 17, 2022 at Carson-Speaks Chapel, 1501 W. Lexington Ave., Independence, MO 64052. Visitation will be from 5-7pm with funeral service following at 7:00 pm. (Arrangements: Carson-Speaks Chapel, 816-252-7900)
INDEPENDENCE - Vita M Totta, “V”, 90 of Independence, formerly of Lee’s Summit passed away peacefully, January 4th, surrounded by her family. Vita was the founder of V’s Italiano Ristorante in Independence.
INDEPENDENCE, MO - Ronald D. McCanless, 84, of Independence, MO passed away January 9, 2022 at Rosewood Health Center. Ron was born August 23,1937, in Maryville, MO to Isaac and Marguerite McCanless. His wife of 54 years, Arlene (Osborne) McCanless, preceded him in death. Both Ron and Arlene are graduates of Richmond High School and were raised in Richmond, MO.
INDEPENDENCE, MO - Raymond G. Allen, 92, died peacefully Monday night after a long and full life. Born Jan, 23, 1929, Raymond - whose friends called him Tommy - graduated from Northeast High School and then immediately enlisted with the US Navy and served as a carpenter in Norfolk, Virginia, during the Korean War. Raymond would eventually meet the love of his life at a soda shop in Independence. He and Margaret, who preceded him in death, would be married on Dec. 21, 1952, while he was on leave from the Navy. They were a dedicated couple who together founded R.G. Allen Construction as he built many of the homes in neighborhoods along 39th Street and throughout Independence. He built the growing family’s first home on Overton and eventually built their house on Christopher Circle – a place he would call home for more than 50 years. Raymond was a dedicated father to his four children, Jill (Suzanne), Chris( Peggy), Raymond Jr. (Roxanne) and Patrick (Stephanie). He coached his son’s football teams and helped decorate the Truman High School gym for school dances. He built a swimming pool in the backyard when the kids were old enough to be strong swimmers, and he always balanced his business with his family to ensure he could be there for them for whatever they needed. Raymond is survived by his four children, 11 grandchildren, 11 great-grandchildren and countless friends. The family will hold a private viewing and funeral. Online condolences may be expressed to the family at www.speakschapel.com (Arrangements: Speaks Suburban Chapel (816) 373-3600)