Obituaries

Dec 9, 2025

Nov 28, 2025

Marlene Martha (Dedrick) DeCavelle, 91, passed away on November 28, 2025 in Warrensburg, MO.

No services have been scheduled at this time.

Cremation arranged in the care of Valor-Brown Funeral Services, Grain Valley, MO.

Nov 22, 2025

Larry Liggins, 76, of Kansas City, MO passed away on November 22, 2025.

No services have been scheduled at this time.

Cremation arranged in the care of Valor-Brown Funeral Services, Grain Valley, MO.

Nov 17, 2025

A Celebration of Life for Peggy Nelson will be held at 11:00 am on Saturday, November 22, 2025 at Grace Baptist Church in Lee's Summit, MO (850 SW Hwy 150).

Peggy June Nelson was born on June 18, 1941 in Texas County, Missouri to John and Lola Bradford. She was raised on the family farm in Clear Springs alongside her five...

Oct 11, 2025

Brenda Swisher, a devoted wife, mother, Mamaw and sister, passed away peacefully on October 11, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. Brenda was a soft-spoken yet strong woman whose greatest joy came from the people she loved most -- her family. Her heart was fullest when spending time with them, and she never needed much else to feel content.

She was...

Oct 10, 2025

Nancy Louise Karaff Homan, a beloved mother, sister, grandmother, aunt and friend, left this world on October 10, 2025, at the age of 68. She passed away peacefully in the hospital, surrounded by her loved ones after suffering a massive stroke. Nancy was born on January 13, 1957, in Kirksville, MO. Her journey through life was defined by her commitment...

Sep 18, 2025

Bobby Joe Alexander, lovingly known as "Joker," passed away peacefully at home on September 18, 2025, at the age of 90. Born on February 28, 1935, in Warsaw, Missouri, Joker was a man who exemplified the qualities of a loving and caring individual, touching the lives of many throughout his remarkable journey.

For 30 years, Joker dedicated his career to the...

Sep 7, 2025

Lester Dwight LaForte went to be with the Lord on September 7, 2025, in Independence, Missouri, at the age of 73. Born on May 8, 1952, at the old St. Joseph Hospital in Kansas City, Missouri, he was a devoted husband, loving family man, dedicated worker and cherished member of his community. He will be remembered for his caring nature...

Sep 2, 2025

Lawanda Marquette Geiger, age 45, of Lee’s Summit, Missouri, passed away peacefully at her home on September 2, 2025. 

Lawanda was a loving mother, daughter, sister, and friend. She had a passion for life’s simple joys, including playing dominoes and cards, caring for her plants, cooking, and spending cherished time with her friends and family. Her warm spirit, laughter, and kindness...

Sep 1, 2025

Melvin Robert James, 65, of Warrensburg, MO passed away on September 1, 2025. 

No formal funeral arrangements will be made. Final arrangements in the care of Valor-Brown Funeral Service in Grain Valley, MO.

Aug 28, 2025

With profound sadness, yet immense gratitude for a life that spanned a full century, the family of Benjamin "Benny" Scott announces his peaceful passing at the age of 100. He departed this life surrounded by love, memory and the warmth of those who held him dear.

Benny's life was defined by strength, service and quiet dignity -- qualities beautifully reflected in...

Aug 17, 2025

Paula Elaine Dobelbower, 76, of Independence, MO passed away on August 17, 2025.

The family has chosen not to hold a formal funeral service. Final arrangements in the care of Valor-Brown Funeral Services of Grain Valley, MO.

Aug 16, 2025

Lyal Keith Lightfoot, known fondly as Keith, passed away on August 16, 2025 at the age of 80. Born on February 25, 1945, in Kansas City, Keith was the son of William Lawrence Lightfoot and Jesse Mabel (Sapp) Lightfoot. He is remembered for his unwavering dedication to family, community and his faith.

Keith's education began at Van Horn High School in...

Aug 6, 2025

Sharon Lorene Shinn, 74, of Iron River, Michigan, passed away on August 6, 2025, in Independence, Missouri, surrounded by her loving family. She was born on September 27, 1950, in Jackson, Michigan to Howard Wright and Dorothy Burrows. 

A proud graduate of Springport High School in Springport, Michigan, Class of 1968, Sharon cherished her education and carried a lifelong commitment to...

Jul 25, 2025

Phyllis Ann Gudde, born on October 11, 1935, in Excelsior Springs, Missouri, passed away peacefully on July 25, 2025. She was the cherished daughter of Floyd and Regina (Spanier) Bales, whose love and guidance shaped her into the remarkable woman she became.

Phyllis lived a life marked by kindness, compassion, and a deep commitment to her family and community. Throughout her...

Jul 22, 2025

Mary Margaret Brashear, a loving wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away peacefully on July 22, 2025, at the age of 78. Born on June 20, 1947, in Atchison, Kansas, Mary was a quick-witted, classy lady who brought joy to everyone she met. She was small but mighty, always ready with a great retort that could light up a...

Jul 17, 2025

George Lewis Michaud, born on July 25, 1947 to Vital and Yvonne LeVasseur Michaud, in Portland, Maine, passed away on July 17, 2025, at Centerpoint Medical Center in Independence, Missouri. George lived a life rich in music, talent, and friendship, leaving a lasting impression on all who had the privilege of knowing him.

At the young age of 20, George began...

Jul 14, 2025

Randy Lee Foster, 75, of Cameron, MO passed away peacefully on Monday, July 14, 2025 at the Kansas City VA Hospital. Randy was born September 29, 1949 in Pittsfield, Illinois to James and Bessie Foster. He was a Navy veteran, serving two tours of duty during Vietnam. Randy enjoyed a career in automotive repair until throat cancer forced him to...

Jul 11, 2025

Jason Thomas Russell, 50, of Overland Park, KS passed away on July 11, 2025. He was born January 28, 1975 to Clifford Russell Jr and Melinda Sulzen in Kansas City, MO.

No services have been scheduled at this time. Final arrangements in the care of Valor-Brown Funeral Services of Grain Valley, MO.

Jul 10, 2025

William Reed, 78, passed away on July 10, 2025. Born in Chicago, IL, he joined the Army in 1968 where he served until being honorably discharged in 1974. A long-time resident of Myer's Nursing of Kansas City, MO, he leaves behind many friends among the staff and residents, as well as family still located in Chicago, IL.

Arrangements conducted by Valor-Brown...