Obituaries

Jan 21, 2026

Michael Alan Ludwick, 78, passed away on January 21, 2026.

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

Jan 20, 2026

Nancy LeeLou Shultz, a beloved matriarch and cherished friend, passed away peacefully at her home in Lee's Summit, Missouri, surrounded by her loved ones on January 20, 2026. She was 93 years old, having graced this world with her warmth and kindness since her birth on March 8, 1932, in Council Bluffs, Iowa.

Nancy lived a life filled with purpose and...

Jan 19, 2026

Earl W Cooke, 77, of Independence, MO passed away on January 19, 2026.

No services have been arranged at this time.

Jan 19, 2026

Brett Alan Karraker, 56, of Kansas City, MO passed away on January 19, 2026.

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

Jan 16, 2026

Nancy Parra-King, age 64, of Smithville, Missouri, passed away peacefully on January 16, 2026, surrounded by loved ones. She was born on September 28, 1961, in Kansas City, Kansas.

Nancy loved everyone deeply and was a fierce protector of many. She worked hard, was never shy about sharing her opinion, and was truly the life of the party.

From a young age,...

Jan 12, 2026

Sandra Lee Hutsell, a cherished educator, loving mother, and dedicated community member, passed away peacefully on January 12, 2026, at the age of 81. Born on February 1, 1944, in Kansas City, she dedicated her life to enriching the lives of others, leaving an indelible mark on everyone she encountered.

A proud 1992 graduate of Central Missouri State University, Sandra earned...

Jan 6, 2026

John T (sometimes Tillman or Tillmon, but really just T) Whipple was born John T Kemp on November 14, 1937 to Pauline Hicks and Ray Kemp in Danville, GA. He was raised outside of Toomsboro, GA by Leila (Kemp) Whipple and Robert Whipple Sr. John was never a large man, but everyone who met him found him larger than life....

Jan 5, 2026

Michael "Mike" Gene Shrout, 84, of Peculiar, Missouri passed away peacefully on January 5, 2026 at his home, surrounded by his loving family.

Funeral services will be held on Friday, January 16, 2026 at Valor-Brown Funeral Services, 30000 Valor Dr., Grain Valley, MO 64029. Visitation will start at 11:00 am, followed by services at 12:00 pm. Burial will follow the services...

Dec 9, 2025

Freddie Lee White Jr., 65, of Kansas City, Missouri passed away peacefully on December 9, 2025. Freddie was born on July 25, 1960 to the late Johnnie Mae Creath and Fred Lee White in Hollendale, Mississippi. Freddie moved to Kansas City where he graduated from East High School. He went on to work in construction for JE Dunn in Kansas...

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.

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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...