Obituaries

LEAWOOD, Kan. – Dr. Thomas James Young, 88, of Leawood, Kansas, formerly of St. Joseph, passed away on Dec. 5, 2025, surrounded by his family. He was preceded in death by his parents, John and Lena Young; brothers, Robert and John Young; son, Seth Andrew Young; and his wife of 61 years, Mary Jean Young.

RIVERSIDE, Mo. – William Craighead Bridwell, aged 74, of Riverside, Missouri, passed away on Dec. 4, 2025. He was born on Sept. 6, 1951, at Sister’s Hospital, in St. Joseph, to Dr. Robert K. Bridwell and Vivian M. Bridwell. William worked with radios in his youth and was active in the Theatre at Central High

Mark Anthony Canchola, 63, of St. Joseph, was born on June 1, 1962, and passed away on Dec. 7, 2025. A proud United States Marine, Mark served his country with honor and dedication. He achieved the rank of Lance Corporal (LCpl) and worked as a Freight Operations Clerk (MOS 3111) during his service. He is

Rosemary Barton, 92, St. Joseph, passed away on Thursday, Dec. 4, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. Rosemary was born on March 18, 1933, in Faucett, Missouri, to the late Woodrow and Edith (Rose) Robinson. She was a 1951 graduate of Faucett High School. Rosemary married James “Jimmy” Barton, of Agency, Missouri, on Nov. 20,

NAPA, Calif. – Charles Brent Filley, 70, of Napa, California, formerly of Hunnewell, Missouri, died on Nov. 30, 2025. Charles was born on July 19, 1955, in Atchison, Kansas, the son of Frank and Mattie (Duncan) Filley. He retired from the Missouri Department of Conservation at the Hunnewell Fish Hatchery as an assistant manager until

Dawayne Alan Harris, 65, of St. Joseph, passed away Friday, Dec. 5, 2025, in a Kansas City, Kansas, hospital. He was born Sept. 29, 1960, in Chillicothe, Missouri, son of the late Mary and Leland Harris. He worked at St. Joe Express as a truck driver over 25 years. He enjoyed gardening, and spending time

Dr. Steven Propst, 69, St. Joseph, passed away Saturday, Nov. 29, 2025. He was born on Dec. 27, 1955, to Paul and Marilyn (Wachter) Propst, in Cape Girardeau, Missouri. For many years, Dr. Propst dedicated his career to the care and comfort of others as a skilled and respected dentist. His hands were a source

Robert “Bob” C. Sanger passed away peacefully at his home on Dec. 7, 2025, surrounded by the love of his wife and four children. Bob grew up in St. Joseph, and was a proud graduate of Christian Brothers High School, Class of 1958. Following high school, he served in the Army Reserves. He later earned

Edward L. “Eddie” Stockwell, 71, St. Joseph, passed away Friday, Dec. 5, 2025. He was born April 24, 1954, in St. Joseph, to Paul and Chloe (Campbell) Stockwell. Farewell Services and Public Livestream 1 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 13, Meierhoffer Funeral Home & Crematory. The family will gather with friends one hour prior to the service.

Rosemary Barton, 92, St. Joseph, passed away on Thursday, Dec. 4, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. Rosemary was born on March 18, 1933, in Faucett, Missouri, to the late Woodrow and Edith (Rose) Robinson. She was a 1951 graduate of Faucett High School.Rosemary married James “Jimmy” Barton , of Agency, Missouri, on Nov. 20,

Karl Edward Sundell passed away on Tuesday, Dec. 2, 2025. The son of Karl and Ruth Sundell, he was born in Taylor County, Iowa, on June 8, 1938. Karl was a graduate of Lenox, Iowa, High School and Northwest Missouri State College, where he obtained a degree in accounting and finance. It was there that

FAIRFAX, Mo. – Melvin Eugene “Mel” Miles, son of Walter Marion and Anna Elizabeth “Beth” (Holmes) Miles, was born on Feb. 18, 1935, in rural Holt County, Mound City, Missouri. He attended Elkdale School and Fairfax High School, Fairfax, Missouri, graduating in 1952. On Jan. 16, 1958, Mel entered the United States Army and was

John Grant Pulley, 67 of Savannah, Missouri passed away Wednesday Dec. 3, 2025 in St. Joseph. He was born June 4, 1958 to John Louis “Jack” and Gerturde Lee (Attebery) Pulley. He married Rebecca “Becky” Alice Dick on July 7, 1999 in Savannah, and she survives of the home. John lived in Savannah for most

EVEREST, Kan. – Macrina “Mickey” Marie Schecher, 94, of Everest, Kansas, passed away peacefully on Dec. 2, 2025, at North Kansas City Hospice, Kansas City, Missouri, leaving behind a legacy of laughter, warmth, and boundless energy that touched everyone fortunate enough to know her. Mickey’s celebration of life will include a Rosary at 5:30pm with

Floyd ”Sonny” Vansickle, died Dec. 4, 2025. Born in St. Joseph, on Feb. 26, 1944, to parents Floyd H. Vansickle and Mattie L. (Goslin). They preceded him in death as well as sister, Dorthy Vansickle; niece, Cindy Seuell; nephew, Tim Seuell; and brother-in-law, Pat Seuell. Survived by wife and best friend, Jill (Wiley); daughter, Jaimie

OVERLAND PARK, Kan. – Raymond “Ray” Parker, age 85, passed away peacefully on Dec. 2, 2025, in Overland Park, Kansas. Born on April 12, 1940, in Helena, Missouri, Ray lived a full and meaningful life marked by dedication to family, hard work, and a passion for the things he loved. Ray graduated from Benton High

With love, gratitude, and heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Katheryn “Diane” Griswold Dunavant, who was called home to be with our Lord on Dec. 2, 2025. Born on Feb. 12, 1943, Diane brought kindness, beauty, and grace into every space she entered. Her warm spirit was evident early in life, she was voted

David L. Conkling Jr. COLORADO SPRINGS, Co. – David Lee Conkling Jr., 31, of Colorado Springs, Colorado, passed away Monday, Nov. 24, 2025, in Colorado Springs, Colorado. Memorial services 10 a.m. Friday, Dec. 5, 2025, at the Rupp Funeral Home. Online full condolence, obituary and public live stream at www.ruppfuneral.com. As published in the St.

With love, gratitude, and heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Katheryn “Diane” Griswold Dunavant, who was called home to be with our Lord on Dec. 2, 2025. Born on Feb. 12, 1943, Diane brought kindness, beauty, and grace into every space she entered. Her warm spirit was evident early in life, she was voted

Lloyd Lynn Evans passed away peacefully at his home surrounded by loved ones Tuesday, Nov. 25, 2025, at the age of 76. Lloyd was born Aug. 6, 1949, to Leroy and Ethel (Lowrey) Evans in Dawn, Missouri. He was a graduate of Southwest High School located in Dawn. He worked numerous jobs in his youth

Brenda L Moore-Estes, 81, St. Joseph, passed Nov. 20, 2025 at her residence surrounded by family. Home Going celebration Saturday, Dec. 6, 11 a.m. Holsey Chapel ICM, Visitation 10 a.m. at the church, interment Mount Olive Cemetery . Complete obituary at bullockffc.com. Services are under the direction of Bullock Family Funeral Chapel. As published in

Gary Wilbert Smith 72, St. Joseph, died Monday, Dec. 1, 2025. Born Dec. 31, 1952, Batesville, Arkansas. Preceded in death by mother, Vera Rose Smith; father, Wilbert “WN” Nathanial Smith; son, Garrett Smith. Survivors include wife, Gemma Smith; children, Brooke (Randy) Sutterfield and Taylor Smith; step-children, Jeremy (Vanessa) Jagow and Laura (Zach) Jagow-Helton; granddaughters, Brittney

Donnie Ray Ellis Sr., aged 82, of St. Joseph, passed away peacefully at his home on Saturday, Nov. 29, 2025. Born on Jan.13, 1943, in Marana, Arizona, he was the beloved son of the late Wilma and Donald Ellis. Donnie attended Lafayette High School and proudly served his country by joining the United States Air

Owen Estel “Jay” Adams, Jr., 86, St. Joseph, passed away surrounded by family on Nov. 25, 2025, in St. Joseph. Jay was born on May 10, 1939, in Kansas City, Missouri, to Owen and Ocie (Dickinson) Adams. He graduated from the Penney High School, in Hamilton, Missouri, in 1957. Jay worked as a printer for

OLATHE, Kan. – Barbara Lee Ashworth, 100, Olathe, Kansas, passed away Friday, Nov. 28, 2025. She was born July 2, 1925, to Frank L. and Erma L. (Deibler) Clark, in Manhattan, Kansas. Barbara married George Maurice Ashworth on Dec. 8, 1943, and were married for 47 years before his passing in 1991. Initially forging her

Richard D. Jones FAIRFAX, Mo. – Richard Duane Jones, 76, Fairfax, Missouri, died Nov. 26, 2025, following a lengthy illness due to Agent Orange. Funeral services will be held at 2:15 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 3, 2025, at the Fairfax Baptist Church. The family will receive friends from noon to 2 p.m. prior to the service.

Eugene M. Kline CANYON LAKE, Texas – Eugene M. Kline of Canyon Lake, Texas, passed away Nov. 17, 2025, at age of 72. He was preceded in death by his father, Robert A. Kline Sr., and mother Catherine A. Wertin. He is survived by his wife, three children, three sisters and brother. Funeral arrangements by

FAUCETT, Mo. – Flora Virginia Lockhart, 82, of Faucett, Missouri, died Wednesday, Nov. 26, 2025, in Faucett. Born Sept. 30, 1943, in Leavenworth, Kansas. Survivors include husband, Mark Lockhart; two sons, David and Mark T. (Barbara C.) Lockhart; a sister; a brother; five grandchildren; 10 great- grandchildren. Mrs. Lockhart will be cremated under the care

Cheryl Portman was welcomed into the arms of her Savior on Nov. 28, 2025, nearly two years after being diagnosed with pancreatic cancer. Born July 14, 1958, to CW Gillett and Elsie (Slifer) Gillett, Cheryl graduated from Lafayette in 1976 and earned a Bachelor’s from MWSU and MBA from William Woods. She was married to

AMITY, Mo. – Lawrence “Larry” Freeman Swope passed away Nov. 26, 2025, after struggling for several years with a failing heart. Larry was born the eldest of five children on Oct. 9, 1938, to William J. and Leola (Freeman) Swope. Larry grew up on a small acreage just outside of St. Joseph and attended Cathedral