Obituaries

Jul 1, 2025

Ben Heider Jr, a proud Navy veteran, passed away on July 1, 2025 at the age of 95. He is joining his beloved wife Helen and son Steven in eternal rest.

No formal services have been scheduled at this time.

Arrangements conducted by Valor-Brown Funeral Services. Inurnment in Valor Park Memorial Gardens, Grain Valley, MO.

Jun 26, 2025

Twyla Ruth Mitchell, a beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away peacefully at her home in Higginsville, Missouri, on June 26, 2025. Born on October 12, 1950, in Greeley, Colorado to Walt and Hazel Carroll, Twyla lived a life rich with family and community ties, leaving cherished memories for all who knew her.

Twyla graduated from Highland High School...

Jun 24, 2025

Delores Francis Tompkins, 91, passed away peacefully at her home in Oak Grove, Missouri, surrounded by her loving family on June 24, 2025. Born on November 17, 1933, in West Point, Nebraska, Delores was the daughter of Carl and Anna Parker. She grew up in Salem, Missouri, where she graduated from Salem High School, embarking on a life that would...

Jun 7, 2025

Timothy Alan Jones, affectionately known as Tim, was born on August 11, 1981, in St. Louis. He departed this life unexpectedly on June 7, 2025, leaving a profound impact on all who had the pleasure of knowing him.

Tim was a graduate of St. Thomas Aquinas-Mercy High School, class of 1999, and furthered his education at DeVry University. Throughout his career,...

May 31, 2025

Roena Lou Wood, 86, of Independence, MO passed away on May 31, 2025.

No formal funeral services have been scheduled. Private disposition.

May 27, 2025

Marie Williams, 84, of Lone Jack, MO passed away on May 27, 2025.

No formal funeral services have been scheduled. Private entombment at Valor Park Memorial Gardens.

May 3, 2025

Vicki Willbanks, 77, of Grain Valley, MO passed away peacefully at her home on May 3, 2025, with her devoted caretaker, Lisa, and her faithful companion dog, Shadow, by her side. 

She had been a widow for 40 years after the passing of her husband Jim Willbanks. They had both been employed by the Blue Springs Police Department for several years....

2025

Mother: Makenna Salsbury

Father: William Stubbs

2025

Mother: Jennifer Jaime

Father: Adrian Orozco

Apr 29, 2025

Martha May Rusert (Berner), 87, of Blue Springs, MO, formerly of Sherman, MO, died peacefully Tuesday, April 29, 2025 at Riverbend Heights Nursing Home in Lexington, MO. Services and burial will be held on May 6, 2025 at 12:30pm at Valor-Brown Funeral Services of Grain Valley, MO.

Martha was born December 29, 1937 in Richmond Heights, MO to William and Rose...

Apr 24, 2025

Ardell Walter Rosendahl, 95, of Marshall, MO passed away at his home on Thursday, April 24, 2025.

No formal funeral services have been scheduled. Private disposition.

Apr 23, 2025

James Theodore Tomblinson, 86, of Warrensburg, MO passed away Wednesday, April 23, 2025.

No formal funeral services have been scheduled. Private disposition.

Apr 18, 2025

David Ray Watson, 60, of Kingsville, MO passed away on Friday, April 18, 2025.

No formal funeral services have been scheduled. Private disposition.

Apr 17, 2025

Brenda Faye Rouse, 77, of Blue Springs, MO passed away on Thursday, April 17, 2025.

No formal funeral arrangements have been made. Private disposition.

Apr 15, 2025

Raymond Carroll Duncan, 79, of Blue Springs, MO passed away on Tuesday, April 15, 2025.

No formal funeral arrangements have been made. Private disposition.

Apr 14, 2025

Judith Leann Parsons, 82, of Holden, MO passed away on Monday, April 14, 2025.

No formal funeral arrangements have been made. Private disposition.

Apr 11, 2025

Rudolph "Rudy" Strausbaugh, a well-loved father, friend and mentor, sadly passed away on April 11, 2025 at the age of 64. He was the youngest of five siblings. Rudy was born on January 31, 1961 in Santa Clara, CA. At the age of 13, he got an apprenticeship at Carpet Lane, and continued to lay carpet for 15 years in...

Apr 6, 2025

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Tim Loveland on April 6, 2025, age 66. Tim was born in Carthage, MO on September 10, 1958. In his early life, he enjoyed riding horses and classic cars, one time owning a Thoroughbred and a 1955 Chevy.

Tim loved working in RV sales, making friends with numerous customers over the years while...

Mar 14, 2025

Helen Patricia "Pat" Stockton, a beloved educator and cherished member of her community, passed away on March 14, 2025, at the age of 87. Born on December 29, 1937, in Kansas City, MO, to Ralph and Jewel (Heavin) Harrington, Pat’s life was defined by her warmth, generosity, and unwavering commitment to her family, her students, and her faith.

Pat embarked on...

Mar 13, 2025