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Kansas City Star, The (MO) - February 21, 2005

Deceased Name: JAMES K. AGARD

James Kupper Agard, 60, Overland Park, KS, died Saturday, February 19, 2005, at Menorah Medical Center. Funeral services will be 11:30 a.m. Monday, February 21 at the Louis Memorial Chapel, 6830 Troost Ave. Burial at Mt. Carmel Cemetery. Kindly omit flowers, family suggests contributions to Great Dane Club of Greater KC Rescue, Inc., 6800 E. Pony Creek Rd., Freeman, MO, 64746. Jim was the owner of Agard & Associates Advertising in Leawood, KS. He did a lot of volunteer work in marketing and advertising. Mr. Agard was a former member of the Board of Directors of Jewish Family and Children's Services and the American Stroke Foundation. He was a former member of Beth Shalom Synagogue. He was a graduate of Southwest High School, where he was a member of the Zend-Avesta Literary Society, the National Honor Society, and attended Missouri Boys State. Jim received his undergraduate degree from the University of Missouri Columbia, MO, where he was a member of ZBT Fraternity, and then received his Masters in Physiological Psychology at UMKC. He was a lifelong Kansas City area resident. He is survived by his wife of 28 years, Sylvia Sander Agard, of the home; son Michael Agard and daughter Alyssa Agard, both of New York, NY. Jim was a wonderful father, adoring husband, lover of all animals, and will be greatly missed. (Arr. The Louis Memorial Chapel, 816-361-5211)

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Kansas City Star, The (MO) - February 26, 2007

Deceased Name: LINDA S. AMPEL

Linda S. Ampel, 62, Overland Park, KS, died February 24, 2007. Memorial services will be at a later date. In lieu of flowers memorials to the Scottish Terrier Rescue Fund. (Arrangements: Cremation Society of KS & MO, 8837 Roe Ave., Prairie Village, KS, 913-3839888).

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Barbara Sue Baier, 71, of Shawnee, passed away from a broken heart on September 20, 2016, at the University of Kansas Medical Center. Visitation will be 4 to 6 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 25, at the Amos Family Funeral Home. Funeral services will be 10 a.m. Monday, Sept. 26, at the funeral home. Barbara will be laid to rest next to her husband Johnny, at Shawnee Mission Memory Gardens in Shawnee. Memorial contributions can be made to American Legion Post 327, Ladies Auxiliary or to the Humane Society of Greater Kansas City. Barbara was born Oct. 22, 1944, to the late Benjamin E. Anderson and Arlene L. Hartwell in Kansas City, Mo. On Nov. 8, 1967, Barbara married the love of her life Johnny. They enjoyed 45 years of marriage before Johnny passed in September of 2012. She was also preceded in death by her daughter, Denise Sue Streeter in November of 2012. Barbara was a devoted grandmother and mother. She was member of American Legion Post 327 Ladies Auxiliary. She was an avid animal lover, and was also a member of the Humane Society. Barbara is survived by her son, Darren Martin Baier, and wife Elisa Kaye Williams; a cousin, Val Wilson; and grandson, Benjamin John Joseph Moody.

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Sandra (Sandy) Kay Logan Beaty departed this world on August 24, 2021. Sandy was born February 20, 1944 in St. Joseph, MO. Her Family Moved to Kansas City when she was young, where she went on to attend Southwest High School, Class of 1962. She graduated from Baker University with a BA, and from SMU where she earned a Master's degree in English. 

In March of 1975, she married Roy Beaty. Along with raising children, Sandy and Roy opened the Bookshop at Brookside in 1980. They spent many happy years there, selling books, and making many friends along the way. She made the tough decision to leave the bookstore in 1995, but had a long and successful career in several departments at UMKC…where, of course, she made many more life-long friends. 

If Sandy was out somewhere, inevitably, she would bump into a someone from all walks of her life. She was a friend to many, but her greatest joy was her family. Her daughter and step-daughter, their spouses, and her four grandchildren were the light of her life.

She will be remembered for her warm personality, her special way of connecting with people, her quick wit, her love of reading, writing, and crosswords, and her great love of her home, her family, and her friends. She has been called "a rare piece of beauty in this world". 

Sandy leaves behind her loving husband, Roy, daughter, Laura (Elliott) Seymour, step-daughter, Stephanie (Nick) Morris, four grandchildren that she was VERY proud of: Connor Morris, Kaitlyn Morris, Noel Seymour, and Lennon Seymour, her brother David (Katie) Logan, three brothers-in-law and their spouses, along with many nieces that would all argue over who was her favorite. Sandy was preceded in death by her wonderful parents, Dale and Lois Logan, her beloved sister, Mary Beth Logan, and her nephew Stewart Beaty. 

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She was born on January 7, 1944, to Herman and Rosemary Langworthy in Kansas City, Missouri. She has a brother, John. She attended Kansas City Public Schools, graduating from Southwest High School. She graduated from University of Kansas. She was a case worker for the State of Kansas.

Barbara was a life-long Presbyterian, she was a member of Covenant Presbyterian Church where she served as an Elder, Deacon, and Trustee. She served numerous committees of Heartland Presbytery.

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She was born on January 7, 1944, to Herman and Rosemary Langworthy in Kansas City, Missouri. She has a brother, John. She attended Kansas City Public Schools, graduating from Southwest High School. She graduated from University of Kansas. She was a case worker for the State of Kansas.

Barbara was a life-long Presbyterian, she was a member of Covenant Presbyterian Church where she served as an Elder, Deacon, and Trustee. She served numerous committees of Heartland Presbytery.

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Christine Patterson Billinger, of Wingate, North Carolina, died at her residence on May 25, 2003.  --Charlotte (NC) Observer, May 27, 2003

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Charles A. Blackmar, 49, of Kansas City, died on January 1, 1944.  The son of former Missouri Chief Justice Charles B. Blackmar, Charles received a bachelor degree from Washington University in St. Louis before earning a law degree from the University of Missouri (Columbia) Law School in 1969.  He served as assistant attorney general of Missouri from 1969 to 1977.  He served as counsel to the Kansas City Board of Elections Commission from 1981-1989.  At the time of his death he worked for the Seigfried, Bingham, Levy, Seltzer and Gee law firm.  His profile appeared in Who's Who in American Law,  7th and 8th editions, 1992-93.  He was a member of the Kansas
City, Missouri Bar Association, the Lawyers' Association of Kansas City and the Rockhill Club.  He was an Eagle scout and a lifelong resident.  Survivors include his wife, Karen J., son Charles, two brothers, Thomas and George, and two sisters Lucy and Elizabeth.
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Salina Journal , Salina, Kansas , Wednesday, November 20, 2002

Paul G. Bragg

Paul G. Bragg, 68, Salina, died Nov. 2, 2002. Mr. Bragg was born April 21, 1944, at St. Louis. He was a truck driver for Salina Concrete Products, retiring in 1996. Survivors include his wife, Carol A. of Salina; a son. Michael LeRoy Duncan of Salina; three daughters , LeAnn Major of Culver, Beth Duncan of Salina and Cara Jo Bragg of Derby; two sisters, Jacqueline Bragg-Fagin of Chicago and Pamela Ann Eckert of Phoenix; and four grandchildren. The service will be at 11 a.m. Saturday at Grand Avenue United Methodist Church, 304 W. Grand, Salina. Inurnment will be private. Memorials may be made to the church. 

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 Kansas City Star, The (MO) - September 22, 2002

Jean A. Brown, 57, Independence, MO, passed away Tuesday, September 17, 2002. Per Jean's request an anatomical donation was made. Services will be at a later date. Jean is survived by daughter, Lisa Donovan, Shawnee, KS; son and daughter-in-law, Shawn and Rhonda Brown, St. Peters, MO; grandchildren, Krystal Donovan, Trent and Ali Brown; her mother, Virginia Young, Kansas City, MO. Mom you are in our hearts forever.

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Nancy Kay (Smutny) Calentine was born November 15, 1944 in Minneapolis, Minnesota to George L. and Marjory I. Smutny, formerly of Seward, NE. While under hospice care in Goshen, New York, Nancy passed away on March 8, 2017, from cardiopulmonary arrest.

           Nancy graduated from Southwest High School in Kansas City, MO in 1962 and proceeded to Kansas State University where she earned her Bachelor's Degree. She married Jack E. Calentine on August 28, 1965. Their son, Richard Edward, was born on July 29, 1975 in Colorado Springs, CO.

After her divorce in 1986, Nancy moved to Goshen, NY, where she lived until her death. She was employed as a Guidance Counselor for BOCES (Board of Cooperative Educational Services) in Orange County, NY for thirty years. After retirement, she became an avid quilter.

She is survived by her son Richard Edward Calentine (wife Brandy) of Roanoke, Texas, and her sister, Marilyn Smutny Jacobs (husband Mike) of Redlands, California.

Nancy will be interred with her parents at the Seward Cemetery on June 16, 2017.

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Phyllis Clay, a former New Mexico Evaluators board member, passed away on December 12, 2019. Phyllis served on the New Mexico Evaluators board in 2017 and 2018.

An accomplished researcher and evaluator, Phyllis had retired from Albuquerque Public Schools after serving as Manager of Research and Evaluation. She held a PhD in Program Evaluation from The Ohio State University and a PhD in Psychology from Saybrook University. Previously, Phyllis directed a large team of PhD-level evaluators and evaluation assistants at the Kansas City, Missouri, School District and served as Director of Research and Evaluation at the Kansas State Department of Education. 

Phyllis formed her company, Synthesis International, Inc., to combine her multiple interests, including research consulting. She did research/evaluation consulting for universities, school districts, youth-serving organizations, private non-profits, and foundations, and taught measurement and program evaluation at the graduate and undergraduate levels.  

Phyllis was a person of many passions and talents. She met her husband Steve through a dance club, and together they competed nationally and internationally in dance competitions. Her life’s resume was long and varied. She was an ordained minister, a school teacher, a world traveler, even an airline stewardess at some point in life. She was a life-long lover of art museums, singing, jazz music, and poetry. 

She had multiple other “callings.” She extensively studied and practiced psychosynthesis. She was a psychosynthesis coach and gifted teacher who worked with individuals and groups to foster their personal, professional, and spiritual growth. Phyllis was deeply spiritual. Later in life she studied/practiced Lakota Indian traditions and Peruvian shamanism.Phyllis followed her heart to New Mexico, lured by the mesas in Jemez Springs, to be exact. 

Phyllis was warm, kind, energetic, talented, and brilliant. She brightened every life she touched. We have lost a great colleague and friend. Phyllis  will be warmly remembered and profoundly missed.

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Linda Schlepphorst Cole

Linda Schlepphorst Cole, 63, passed away Monday, January 14, 2008 at St. Luke's Plaza. Funeral services will be 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, January 16 in the Yukon Chapel at Mt. Carmel Cemetery, 55th and Ditzler, Raytown, MO. Burial will follow. Kindly omit flowers. Linda was preceded in death by her parents: Sherman Price and Rosalind Greenbaum; brother Warren Greenbaum; sister: Ellen Greenbaum. Linda is survived by her husband Terry Cole; brothers: Jeffrey and Alan Harvey Greenbaum and their families; sister: Dorrie Greenbaum; stepchildren: Loren, Sherri, Claire, Leslie and their families. Online guestbook @ www.louis memorialchapel.com. (Arr: The Louis Memorial Chapel 816-361-5211)

Published in the Kansas City Star on 1/15/2008.  

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 Raytown Post, The (MO) - March 5, 2008

Deceased Name: Jerry L. Courtney

Jerry L. Courtney, 66, of Raytown, died Feb. 24. Funeral services were held Friday, Feb. 29, at Park Lawn Chapel Jerry was a lifelong area resident. He worked as a jeweler at Green's Jewelry Company in Lenexa until his retirement. He is survived by his wife, Carol Courtney, of the home; two daughters, Marlo Burch of Round Lake, Ill., and Lynette Trammell of Overland Park; and three grandchildren.

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Connie Campo Davidson, age 75, of Warsaw, MO, passed away Friday evening, March 6, 2020, surrounded by her loving family, at Research Hospital in Kansas City, MO.

She was born October 30, 1944 in Kansas City, daughter of William and Madeline "Marie" (Gicinto) Campo, who preceded her in death.  Connie grew up in Kansas City - graduating from Southwest High School in 1962.  On June 20, 1964, she was united in marriage to Donald Davidson, who survives of the home.  They loved the lake area and relocated to Warsaw in 1977.

Connie was a homemaker, a loving wife, mother, "Nonnie", and friend to so many.  Her happiest moments were spent with family.  She enjoyed running daily errands around Warsaw, going to the Casino, and going out to eat.  Connie had such a strong faith, she always saw the good in others, and she loved her family fiercely (especially her grandkids & greats).

She is also survived by two daughters:  Teresa Spry (Mike) of Edwards, Julie Goodson (David) of Sedalia, three grandchildren:  Michael Spry (Halleigh) of Warsaw, Katie Goodson and Jeffrey Goodson of Sedalia, two great grandchildren:  Brady Spry and Molly Spry of Warsaw, a sister:  Marianne Cawood (John) of Adrian, one niece:  Marie Ray (Jim) of Adrian, two nephews:  John Cawood (Sharon) of Lowry City, Bill Cawood (Stephanie) of Edwards, and several great nieces and nephews.

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Nancy Eberhard (nee Turner), 62, died Friday, July 20, 2007 in Albuquerque, New Mexico after a brief illness.  Nancy was a member of the Daughters of the Americam Colonials (DAC), signature member of the New Mexico Watercolor Society and a member of St. Michaels and All Angels Episcopal Church.  She is survived by her husband, Dr. Kenneth Eberhard, her children, Mark, Maureen, Ellen, Bradford,  Janice, Eric, and Rebecca, 15 grandchildren, 5 great-grandchildren, her brother, Gene and many other family members and friends.  --Albuquerque Journal, 22 July 2007

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Kansas City Star, The (MO) - December 3, 1997

Deceased Name: M. KEITH ELLISON II

M. Keith Ellison II, 53, Raytown, MO, passed away Monday December 1, 1997, at St. Luke's Hospital. Funeral services will be 1 p.m. Friday, December 5, at Park Lawn Funeral Home; burial in Mount Moriah Cemetery, Kansas City, MO. Friends may call 11:30 a.m. until service time Friday at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers the family suggests memorial contributions to Lenexa Christian Church or to the Cancer Research Institute.

Keith was born on March 22, 1944, in Kansas City, MO. He was a Navy veteran, having served two tours in Vietnam. He was a member of the Boy Scouts of America and it's Tribe of Mic-O-Say. He was a member of Demolay and Lenexa Christian Church. He was preceded in death by a brother, Kenneth Alan Ellison in 1973. He is survived by his wife, Sandra L. (Tschannen) (Pisciotta) Ellison, of the home; son, Michael Ellison Jarman, Lawrence, KS; daughter, Elizabeth Ellison, Kansas City, MO; granddaughter, Madeline Rose Shipman, Kansas City, MO; his parents, Myron K. and Dorothy Erwin Ellison, Kansas City, MO; brother, Richard E. Ellison, Independence, MO; two stepsons, Mark Cipola, Hartford, CT, and Anthony Joseph Pisciotta, Phoenixville, P A; stepdaughter, Julie C. (Pisciotta) Holmwood, Phoenixville, PA; and stepgranddaughter, Rachel C. Holmwood, Phoenixville, PA. (Arrangements: Park Lawn Funeral Home)

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 Kansas City Star, The (MO) - August 29, 2006

Deceased Name: SHARON (nee HACKETT) EMISON

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FOGEL Richard Louis Fogel (Age 77) Died following heart surgery on January 24, 2022 in Bethesda, MD. He was born on September 14, 1944 in Kansas City, Missouri, the son of the late Harold and Clara (Kaplan) Fogel and the sister of the late Adrian A. Fogel (Jerry Killian). Following graduate school, he moved to Maryland in 1969 and joined the U.S. General Accountability Office (GAO) where he became Assistant Comptroller General under Charles A Bowsher. He served at the GAO for 28 years directing management reviews of cabinet level departments and recommending strategic and tactical improvements. He also was responsible for audits and evaluations of government financial regulatory operations, tax administration, and law enforcement operations. Bowsher said he was, "one of the great leaders at GAO during the 15 years of my tenure as Comptroller General. I, the GAO, and the country owe him a big debt." Most recently (2013-2022) he was a Founder and CEO of SonoStik ® creators of innovative vascular access technologies and accessories including the Guide Wire Introducer, a medical device which helps ensure successful IV placement. Joining Lockheed Martin in 1997, he was responsible for homeland security solutions provided to Customs and Border Protection, Transportation Security Administration, and the National Security Agency. From 2011-2013 he was Associate Partner at IBM on market development efforts in the Homeland Security area. A fellow of the National Academy of Public Administration, he was a recipient of the Arthur S. Fleming Award for outstanding public service. A stalwart supporter of public education, he attended Kansas City's Southwest High School, where he developed lifelong friendships and a drive for excellence. He earned a BA in Government from Cornell University in Ithaca, NY; an MA in Comparative Politics from the University of Sussex, England; and an MPA from the Graduate School of Public and International Affairs, University of Pittsburgh. His lengthy career in public service was inspired by his admiration for John F. Kennedy. This convinced him to dedicate himself to government service at the non-partisan GAO. His life was guided by a commitment to democratic values and social justice. He was known and respected for his professional accomplishments, his compassionate nature, and his easy manner. Friends, family, and associates enjoyed his quick wit, sense of humor and engaging, conversations around topics ranging from politics to history, to his beloved Washington football, hockey, and baseball teams. He was committed to his family and jumped at opportunities to be with his three grandsons and cheer for their sports teams. Other passions included tennis, reading detective fiction and The Washington Post, enjoying time at his homes in Maryland and Hawaii, and with his many friends from college, Kansas City, and the community. A beloved husband, father, grandfather, and loyal friend, he was also active in the community serving on the Board of the Bethesda Jewish Congregation. He was president of Brookshire HOA in North Potomac, MD, and treasurer of Kahala HOA at Poipu Kai, Kauai. He is survived by his wife of 24 years, Carol J. Kromminga of North Potomac, MD and her son Warren Sloane Kromminga of California. By his children Sarah J. Fogel and son Noah (7); by David M. Fogel and Jessica M. Fogel and their sons Aden (10) and Leon (7), of Silver Spring, MD; by Sarah and David's mother, Bonnie Unwin Fogel of Bethesda, MD; and by his nephew Matthew M. Killian of Washington, DC. Services will be conducted by Rabbi Sunny Schnitzer at the Bethesda Jewish Congregation on Thursday, February 10, 2022 at 12 p.m. Due to COVID, in-person seating will be limited. If you wish to attend remotely, please contact the family for ZOOM information. Funeral Arrangements are by Hines-Rinaldi Funeral Home. IFor those who wish to make a memorial gift, donations to the Cornell School of Public Policy in support of a scholarship may be directed to Cornell University, PO Box 37334, Boone, Iowa 50037-0334. Please note "Gift in memory of Richard Fogel '66 (0018866)" in the memo line. You may also click on this link, select other and note "Brooks School Scholarship (0018866)" in the "Other" space, then follow the instructions to make your gift in memory of Richard Fogel: www.giving.cornell.edu/give. He will be deeply missed. May his memory be a blessing.He will be deeply missed. May his memory be a blessing.

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Allan Friedson, 70, passed away on Sunday, June 7, 2015. Funeral services will be held Thursday June 11 at The Louis Memorial Chapel, 6830 Troost Ave, Kansas City, MO at 1:00pm followed by burial at Rose Hill Cemetery. In Lieu of flowers, the family suggests a donation to your favorite charity or the American Cancer Society. Mr. Friedson lived in Leawood, Kansas and St. Louis before moving to Naples, Florida in 2006. He attended the University of Missouri – Columbia where he earned his Bachelor of Arts degree. He then earned his Bachelor of Science degree in pharmacy at the University of Missouri - Kansas City and was a licensed pharmacist in both the states of Kansas and Missouri for 38 years. He also served as a medic in the US Army Reserves from 1967 to 1973. Mr. Friedson was the regional vice president for 300 drug stores in the Midwest while residing in Leawood, Kansas. He then relocated to St. Louis where he served as a Senior Vice President of Retail Operations for Medicine Shoppe International, Inc. Allan was an active member of the National Association of Chain Drugstores, the American Pharmacy Association and served on the board of the American Cancer Society of Greater Kansas City, Missouri. Throughout his life he had a great passion for golf with good friends that was only second to his compassion and care for others. Allan was preceded in death by his parents: Barney and Florence Friedson; and his sister and brother-in- law: Barbara and Kurt Gerson. He is survived by his two sons: Scott and Dan Friedson, who he often said were the most wonderful part of his life; his very loving daughters-in-law: Beth and Kahmeela Friedson and his beautiful granddaughter who adored her Papa Allan, Sophia Friedson; his nephew: David Gerson; and nieces: Deborah Lindenbaum and Linda Gerson. He will be sorely missed by Carol Tannenbaum and all of his friends at the Vanderbilt Country Club in Naples, Florida. 

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Gil Fulmer, 77 years old, died unexpectedly in his home on April 11, 2022. Gil was born in Kansas City, Missouri, but lived most of his life in Texas.

He was married to his beloved wife, the late Dr. Lynne Fulmer, for forty-three years.

Gil received his doctorate in philosophy from Rice University. Gil was highly influenced by David Hume, the 18th-century Scottish Enlightenment philosopher who is best known today for his philosophical empiricism, skepticism, and naturalism. His doctoral dissertation was a critique of Ludwig Wittgenstein, considered by some to be the greatest philosopher of the 20th century. Gil taught philosophy at Texas State University in San Marcos, Texas, for more than forty years and retired in 2015. He had a positive impact on thousands of students during his career.

Gil was a generous supporter of many organizations, including the Hays Caldwell Women's Center, School Fuel, the Democratic Party, Hays County Freethinkers Association, PFLAG, the Hays County Child Protective Board, and the San Marcos Unitarian Universalist Fellowship.

Gil lived his life the way he wanted. He was independent, loyal, and willing to help others. Gil did the jobs that no one wanted to do, such as setting up the chairs for a meeting. He did these jobs without complaining.

Gil was a sincere atheist and attended the San Marcos Unitarian Universalist Fellowship regularly. He loved to discuss religion, philosophy, and politics, but he was always good-natured in these conversations.

He is survived by his younger sister Jan Manley (and her husband?) and by Lynne's brother-in-law (his name?). He leaves behind many friends in the community who loved him and held him in high regard. His beloved German shepherd dog Rolf also survives him.

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Marshall Paul Gale, 71, died Thursday, May 19, 2016, at St. Luke's Hospital. Funeral services will be at 10 a.m. Sunday, May 22, at Louis Memorial Chapel, 6830 Troost Ave., Kansas City, Mo. Interment will be at Mt. Carmel Cemetery. Born and raised in Kansas City, Mo., Mr. Gale spent his life selling furniture - from mattresses to sofas and from recliners to solid wood dining or bedroom sets. After getting his start selling Sealy mattresses, he went on to travel throughout the Midwest as a sales representative for a variety of furniture lines, calling on mom-and-pop dealers as well as superstores such as Nebraska Furniture Mart. After nearly 50 years in the business, Mr. Gale retired one year ago. Even before retirement, Mr. Gale was an active volunteer, restocking supplies at Children's Mercy South Hospital, and then stocking the shelves and assisting clients with shopping at the Jewish Family Services food pantry in Missouri. Mr. Gale's home away from home was the Jewish Community Center, where he spent many early mornings running, walking, spinning and lifting, and also where he played many years of basketball and softball. His active lifestyle included completing the Chicago Marathon at age 54. A lifelong member of Congregation Beth Shalom, Mr. Gale was a former Men's Club member and later became a dedicated morning minyan attendee. Mr. Gale was preceded in death by his parents, Sam and Bessie Gale, his older brother, Elliot, and his wife of 30 years, Pam. A devoted father, grandfather, brother and companion, he is survived by his two children, Dawn (Doug McNay) and Derek (Amy) Gale, of Prairie Village and Leawood, Kan., respectively; grandchildren Nina (9), Logan (5) and Eli (9 months); his younger brother, Carl (Sue), of Overland Park, Kan.; and his second wife, Lynne Miller of Overland Park, Kan., and additional family members include Kim Miller, Kristen Jones (Scott) and their children, Brayden and Emerson Jones. The family asks that any contributions in his memory be made to the Jewish Community Center, the Jewish Federation, Congregation Beth Shalom or Children's Mercy Hospital.

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John “Jack” Roger Gambill, 73, passed away Wednesday, August 15, 2018 peacefully at home surrounded by family.

He leaves his wife of 48 years, Kristin (Swanson) Gambill; his son, Brian Gambill, and his fiancée, Bla Her; his daughter, Jill McEnaney, and her husband Ryan; his grandson, Dublin McEnaney; his brother Tom Gambill and his wife, Margaret; his canine companion, Charly; and countless extended family and close friends.  Jack was preceded in death by his mother and father, Robert and Viola Gambill.

Jack was born in St. Louis and raised in Kansas City, MO.  In his early years, Jack enjoyed playing baseball and wandering off without telling anyone.  After graduating from Southwest High School in 1962, he studied history and graduated from the University of Missouri – Kansas City.  He met his wife, Kristin Swanson, on a blind date which involved a Clint Eastwood triple feature.  Kris fell asleep on this date.  Nevertheless, they had a second date and eventually married in 1970 in St. Joseph, MO.

In 1972, the couple moved to Overland Park, KS where they raised their two children, Jill and Brian.  After working various jobs, Jack started his own business, Roof Management Corporation.  He not only took great pride in his business, but he truly relished the friends he made during his time in business.  Over the years, his reputation and expertise in his work made him a top roof consultant in the country and he traveled throughout the country inspecting roofs.

Jack had a passion for helpings others, including spontaneously performing “good deeds” for complete strangers.  He had an inherent ability to sense when others needed help and he selflessly enjoyed helping them.  Jack also had a passion for laughing and making others laugh.

Jack’s visitation and service will be held at Hillcrest Christian Church, 11411 Quivira Road, on Saturday, August 18, 2018.  The visitation will begin at 9:30 am and the service at 11:00 am.  Please join the family for lunch following the service.

In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation Hillcrest Christian Church or to Turning Point, a community resource of the University of Kansas Health System.  Information is available at turningpointkc.org.  This program offered Jack great comfort over the past few years and he wanted an opportunity to give back.

The family would like to send their eternal thanks to the following caregivers for their unwavering, loving care of Jack:  Dr. Peter VanVeldhuizen (and staff); Dr. Trystan Crook (and staff); Dr. Todd Johnson and Phyllis (and staff); his home health care providers, Tiffany, Hannah, and Alyssa; the ACT Clinic staff, and Catholic Community Hospice Caregivers.

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Jerry Lee Garrett, 74, Pleasant Hill, Mo., passed away on Sunday, March 17, 2019, at his home in Pleasant Hill. Jerry was born June 17, 1944, in Kansas City, Mo., to Clay Dean and Cecil Zora (Melton) Garrett.

Jerry grew up in Kansas City and graduated from Southwest High School in 1962. He graduated from the University of Missouri Kansas City, and then served in the United States Air Force for four years from 1967-1971. While in the Air Force Jerry trained in Air Police and later in Air Force Intelligence. Upon his return to Kansas City he once again attended classes at UMKC and began working as a campus Policeman obtaining the rank of Police Chief in 1988. He was a member of the International Campus Law Enforcement Association, International Association of Chiefs of Police, and Missouri Police Chiefs Association.

Jerry was a loyal Chiefs and Royals fan. He enjoyed many years riding his horse Dixie, raising cows and chickens, and sipping a cold one with his trusted dog Maggie. He loved visiting the family acreage in Vernon County, building model trains sets with his kids, fishing, and spending hours gardening and barbecuing. He also enjoyed spending time at “The Lodge” with his good friends Sue and Wade, along with rest of the Wednesday evening crew.

He is survived by three children, Wilson Miller and wife, Dianna, of Long Beach, Calif., Steven Garrett, Pleasant Hill, Mo., and Kristen G. Huffman and husband, Darvell, Lee's Summit, Mo.; two grandchildren, Dylan Huffman and Daniel Miller; sister-in-law, Lucy Garrett of Great Falls, Va.; nephew, Ken Garrett, Broad Run, Va.; three great-nieces; and one great-nephew. He was preceded in death by his parents; one brother, Wilbur Eugene (W.E.) Garrett; and nephew, Mike Garrett.

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 Carl M Garrison, 68, Olathe, KS, died on July 22, 2012. He is survived by his loving wife Rita, father, Bill, brothers Eric and Gerald., and his three children, Tara, Wendy and Chip. They will be having a private memorial on Sunday.

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 Kansas City Star, The (MO) - July 12, 1994

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Larry Glass, 65, of Shawnee Mission, Kansas, died Tuesday, May 4, 2010.  Born in Kansas City on August 9, 1944, Larry attended Southwest High School and graduated from UMKC.  He was a member of the Temple congregation B'nai Jehudah.  Larry is fondly remembered for his generous spirit, great sense of humor, kindness, integrity, and dedication to his family.  He was an avid golfer and an Ambassador at St. Joseph Medical Center.  He will be greatly missed by his family and  large circle of friends.  He is survived by his teenage love and wife of 43 years, Lindy, his sons,  Steve of Pompton, New Jersey and Mark of Overland Park, and two sisters, Janice Steinhauser of Denver and Barbara Manion of Kansas City.  He is buried at Rose Hill Cemetary.  --KC Star, May 2010

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Ron was born June 3, 1944, to Fred and Alice Goldsmith. Ron grew up as a smart, industrious and serious child. Ron met his lifelong love, Susan Baker Goldsmith, at the age of 17, and the pair went on to marry and spend 54 joyful years of marriage together. Ron graduated from Southwest High School and the University of Missouri with a degree in accounting, upon which he joined his in-laws' cleaning business after serving in the Coast Guard.
A dedicated father to his children, Jeffrey and Michelle, Ron valued his family above all else and made sure to impart many life lessons to his children. Chief among them, Ron exemplified the values of hard work, commitment, resilience and patience. This was particularly true as he and his brother-in-law Ronald Baker created a cleaning company, BG Service Solutions. Initially their hope was to find 10 buildings to clean in order to support their families. Over the course of the next 35 years, the company grew to have offices in 10 states and employ 6,000 people.
During the course of his life, Ron generously and repeatedly gave back to his community. Philanthropy and tikkun olam, the Jewish philosophy for "repairing the world" through good deeds, were deeply ingrained in Ron's soul. He served as the President of Congregation Beth Shalom, the Kansas City Jewish Federation, the Jewish Community Foundation and as Chairman of the Board at Research Hospital. Ron poured hundreds of hours into the numerous charities and causes he loved and made generous donations, oftentimes anonymously, to support them. His commitment to developing future leaders, leading by example and putting the needs of his community first are all part of his legacy.
Ron was a loyal Chiefs fan, with season tickets for more than 40 years, and loved rooting on his team. Attending the Superbowl game in Miami in 2020 was a special event he shared with his daughter and wife. In addition, Ron loved playing poker with his son whenever they were together. Ron also enjoyed travelling with his family and visiting various cities while learning about cultures and traditions around the world.
Ron is survived by his wife, Susan, his children, Jeff (Jessica) and Michelle, and his beloved grandchildren Miles and Violet.

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Steven H. Goodman, 74, of Overland Park, Kansas, died peacefully in his sleep on May 8, 2019, after a multi-year battle with cancer.

Steve was born on Nov. 24, 1944, to Shale H. Goodman and Ann Frances Goodman in Kansas City, Missouri. Steve and brother Fredric E. Goodman grew up in a happy home near Gregory and Ward Parkway, where they hosted frequent gatherings with friends and family. During high school, Steve met his first wife of 19 years, Vicki L. Passer. They married in 1967 and had two children. He married his second wife, Edith S. Davis, in 1989.

After graduating second in his class from Southwest High School, Steve attended Yale University where he graduated with a degree in economics in 1967. In 1970, he graduated cum laude with a juris doctorate from the University of Michigan School of Law. His lifelong interest in math, economics and law paved the way for his successful career as a tax and securities attorney, first at Morris, Larsen, King, Stamper & Bold, and then at Shughart, Thompson & Kilroy.

He was loved by so many and is survived by his wife, Carol E. Frana; his children, Terri L. Steele and Scott H. Goodman; son-in-law James D. Steele and daughter-in-law Jennifer L. Collins-Goodman; stepsons, Joseph C. Frana and Jeffrey E. Frana; stepdaughter Jacquelyn C. Carrothers; his grandchildren, Hannah L. Goodman, Shelby H. Goodman and Zahara L. Howard; five step-grandchildren; two step-great-grandchildren; his brother Fredric E. Goodman and sister-in-law Roz Goodman; his uncle Marvin W. Goodman; his nieces and nephews; and his second wife Edith S. Davis.

Steve’s interests included politics, history, genealogy and, first and foremost, the game of bridge. He was an avid and successful bridge player and earned the title of Ruby Life Master. He met his wife Carol while playing at a bridge tournament. They became interested in one another when Steve called the bridge director to report that Carol had broken one of the bridge rules. The rest was history. They began dating in 2010 and married in 2016.

When Steve was younger, he enjoyed golf, swimming and roller coasters. These hobbies faded as he developed severe issues with his spine, resulting in multiple surgeries and years of struggle with his legs.

He was a member of and served on the boards of several organizations, including Native Sons of Kansas City, the Kansas City Chamber of Commerce and Kansas City Consensus. He frequently donated his time and talent to draft bylaws for various organizations including Bridge Club and Kansas City Consensus. He was honored to serve on the Native Sons and Daughters of Kansas City committee that assisted in the plans to renovate both Union Station and the Liberty Memorial. He was also a lifetime Mensa member. Steve has been a lifelong member of The Temple, Congregation B’nai Jehudah and was active in Temple Youth Group during high school.

Steve was a devoted father and regularly shared the finer things in life with his children, including music, live theater and fine dining. The family has fond memories of swimming at Oakwood Country Club and attending Starlight Theatre during the summers. Among the many gifts he bequeathed 

to his children were the value of a good education, lifelong learning and the virtue of hard work. Steve and his children continued to sing folk songs together until the very last days of his life.

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 Funeral services for David Hackett, 29, of Johnson City Were held Friday afternoon in the Plummer Funeral Chapels with Bishop Wm. J. Campion officiating. Burial was in the Garden of Memories. He died Tuesday evening In the Bexar County hospital from injuries sustained in a motorcycle accident Sunday. He was born in Wichita, Kansas Sept. 2, 1944 and at the time of Ms death was owner operator of a Junction service station. He attended the University of Kansas and Missouri State University. He was a navy veteran and a member of the Country Club Christian and Unity Center in Anaheim, Calif. Among the survivors are his wife; a daughter, Jenifer Paige Hackett of Johnson City; his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Virgil W. Hackett of Tierra Linda; two sisters, one brother and two grandparents.

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Jack L. Hardgree, 75, died peacefully in his Leawood home, Thursday, December 5, 2019. A Celebration of Life is planned for Saturday, December 21 at McGilley State Line Chapel, 12301 State Line Road, Kansas City, MO 64145, beginning with visitation at 11:00 a.m., followed by a service at 12:00. In lieu of flowers, please send donations to Kansas City Hospice, 1500 Meadow Lake Parkway, Kansas City, MO 64114.

Jack was born on October 28, 1944 to Marjorie and Albert Hardgree of Kansas City, MO; graduating from Southwest High School in 1962, and later earning a business degree from Rockhurst College. Jack worked as a manufacturer’s representative before founding and successfully operating TSC International, an import company with offices in Kansas City and Hong Kong, for over 35 years.

Family and friends will fondly remember Jack as a caring, funny and passionate man. Jack loved the lake and enjoyed spending time with family and friends fishing and boating at his Lake Lotawana home. Jack also loved entertaining; therefore, many will remember his outlandish sense of humor and tendency to be the life of every party! His family and closest friends often referred to Jack as the “food man” as he loved to not only cook and eat, but also be the first to visit every new restaurant. Consequently, Jack even opened his own restaurant, Worldwide Sandwiches, in 1990. Travel was another passion; Jack loved sharing early memories of his trip around the world and recent experiences to his favorite destinations in Mexico.

Jack is survived by his wife Helen, along with his four children: Shelly Miller (Mike), Melissa Hardgree, Bridget White (Alex) and Scott Hardgree (Michelle). He also had 10 grandchildren: Josh, Olivia, Zach, Abby, Alex, Luke, Libby, Brennan, Ryan and Maddie Kate.

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A devoted Husband, Father, Grandpa and Friend. He never met a stranger and was loved by all.

Jim was born in Kansas City, on July 20, 1944 to George and Minnie Harris. He is a 1962 graduate of Southwest High School. In 1964 he married the love of his life, Norma and they were able to celebrate 56 wonderful years of marriage together.

Jim was the proud co-owner of Howard Automotive for almost 30 years, retiring in 2013. He loved spending as much time as possible at his home at the Lake of the Ozarks and with his family and friends.

He is survived by his wife, Norma, sons Paul, Jeff (Stacy), Danny (Kelly), brother Dowe (Bev) and grandsons Coleman and Brady.

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Nancy J Mahley Rendigs Williams Hiebl passed away December 2, 2014 at University of Kansas Hospital. She was born September 28 1944 to Henry L and Elizabeth Ann Mahley. Nancy resided in Kansas City Mo and Merriam Ks her entire life. Nancy thoroughly enjoyed spending time with her family and friends and spent many years of her early life on a bowling league at King Louie, enjoyed traveling to many places and worked as an independent travel agent for Travelfare of Merriam, Ks. Nancy leaves behind her husband, Jim Hiebl of the home, two daughters, Stacy Oney of Creighton, Mo and Michele Rendigs of McKinney, Tx, step mother Carol Mahley, her beloved dog, Peewee, siblings Judy Isely, Jean Bradford, Henry L Mahley Jr and Chris Mahley, 7 grandchildren, Bryan Sears, Baylee Oney, Brianna Rendigs Goeller, Katie & Caroline Hiebl and James & Benjamin Crawford. The family gives thanks to all the doctors and nurses at University of Kansas Hospital in unit 62 and 63 for the care and concern they provided during Nancy's illness. A celebration of life was held at Mission Hills Country Club on December 4th for relatives and close friends

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The Very Reverend Joseph Hirsch, 65, of Denver, Colorado passed away on August 28, 2009.  Reverend Hirsch was the dean and rector of Holy Transformation Church OCA.  He is survived by wife Paulette Hirsch, sons Joseph, David and Benjamin, and seven grandchildren.  His burial is at Crown Hill Cemetary. --Denver Post,  August 28 & 29, 2009.

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Roderick Allen Hyre Jr., 75, of Oak Grove, Missouri passed away Sunday, September 15, 2019.

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 Neil Edward Johnson graduated from the University of Kansas with a B.A. His interest in languages led him to enroll in Indiana University's School of Languages from which he graduated with a M.A., majoring in Russian. During the year he had the opportunity to visit Russia to practice the language.

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 Celebration of Tim's life will be held 1-5 p.m. Saturday, April 17, 2010 at Hume Legion Hall in Hume, Missouri. Arrangements, Schowengerdt Funeral Chapel (660-679-6555) Butler, Missouri.

Timothy “Tim” Albert Jones, age 65 of Hume, Missouri died Wednesday, April 14, 2010 at Research Medical Center in Kansas City. He was born July 29, 1944 to Ira Albert and Mary Elizabeth Ryals Jones in Kansas City.

Tim is survived by his wife, Florence Jones of Hume, Missouri; a son, Jason Jones of Overland Park, Kansas; two daughters, Amy Jones and spouse Nancy Williams of Hume, Missouri and Jessi Cox and husband Eric of Lee’s Summit, Missouri; one brother, Brad Jones and wife Viki of Overland Park, Kansas; and four grandchildren Kora Wright, Andrew Jones, Ella Cox and Owen Cox. He was preceded in death by his parents and one sister, Susan Jones.

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John A. LaRose, 41, died in a one car auto accident on Blue River Road south of Kansas City. He was born in Butler, Missouri and lived in Kansas City since 1951.   John owned and operated Howard Automotive for twelve years.  He was a member of the Raytown Masonic Lodge, the Scottish Rite, Ararat shrine and Ducks Unlimited.  Survivors include his wife Linda M., son Jason Andrew, and five daughters, Julie, Cindy Mae Boege, Debbie hays, Judy Zahn and Maria Zahn, three grandchildren and brother, James LaRose.
--KC Star, 9 Apr. 1986

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Michael Norman Levine, 77, of Kansas City, Missouri, died at his home February 3, 2022.
Graveside services will be held at Sheffield Cemetery, 6200 Wilson Avenue, Kansas City, MO 64131 on Sunday, February 6, 2022, at 2 p.m. Please email zoom3@louismemorial.com for Zoom link and passcode.
Mike was born March 2, 1944, in the midst of World War II, at Saint Mary's Hospital in Kansas City. The youngest son of William and Minnie (Osadchy) Levine, he grew up in the family home on Benton Boulevard before moving to Waldo, where he spent the rest of his life.
Mike attended Ladd and Hartman elementary schools, and he graduated from Southwest High School in Kansas City.
As a boy, Mike immersed himself in family life. He was extremely close to his grandfather, Louis Osadchy, who owned and operated the Osadchy kosher market on 31st and Prospect. When he was in first grade, Mike would take the bus from school to the market, put on a white butcher's apron and do what he could to help out, sweeping the floors and so on.
His sister, Adelle, 14 years his senior, would hold Mike's hand and walk a mile from their home to the library at Central High School at 32nd and Indiana, in hopes of spurring Mike's interest in books and literature. But, as a young man, Mike only cared about two things: Work, and cars.
He ultimately opened his own business, selling cars at Troost Motors on 49th and Troost, a profession he continued until retirement.
Throughout his life, Mike was, in his heart and his actions, a family man. Mike doted on his daughter, Lisa Levine, who was the love of his life and
In his later years, Mike became the family caretaker. He looked after his older brother, David Levine, until he passed in 2017. Although they often bickered as brothers do, Mike loved Davey dearly and, after his passing, told his family that he thought of him daily. For many years he looked after his family - his daughter Lisa; his sister Adelle; his niece, Carolyn Linck; his grand-nephew, Ronald Knox; and others by doing little things - making trips to the store, taking their cars in for repairs to his favorite shop, The Muffler Doctor on Troost, hosting Shabbat dinners every Friday night for the family.
Always the youngest child, Mike grew up with a sharp wit and a mischievous sense of humor. He would greet his friends and family with a joke and a laugh. With his grand-nephew and his great-grand-nephew and niece, he was always playful Uncle Mike, as generous with his humor as he was with his time and his home. They will miss him greatly.
Mike is survived by his sister, Adelle Matzdorff; his daughter, Lisa Levine; his former wife, Sheila Goldberg; his niece, Carolyn Linck; his grand-nephew, Ronald Knox (and his wife, Natalie Patrick-Knox); and his great-grand-nephew and niece.

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Lawrence “Larry” Howard Levy passed away peacefully on August 13, 2022 at Saint Luke's Hospice House in Kansas City, Missouri.  Larry is survived by his wife, Marti, of 52 1/2 years; his son, Mark Levy (Angela); his granddaughters, Brena Levy and Erika Levy; his sister, Millicent Levy Evans; numerous nieces/nephews and great nieces/nephews.  Larry was close to his three Kansas City nieces:  Amy Gordon Deutsch, Jill Gordon, and Jane Gordon Mazur.  Larry was superseded in death by his parents, Joseph Sidney and Charlotte Serkes Levy.
 
Larry attended and graduated from Southwest High School in Kansas City, MO in 1962.  After graduation, Larry spent his freshman year at the University of Arizona in Tucson, Arizona. During his freshman year Larry was more interested in obtaining a pilot's license than going to class.  After his freshman year at the U of A, Larry moved back to Kansas City and went to UMKC.  Larry continued his flying lessons and eventually earned his pilot’s license with a multi-engine certification.
 
Larry always had an entrepreneurial spirit.  During his childhood he had a pop stand at the corner of 63rd Street and Ward Parkway.  Ice was delivered to the corner so Larry could keep his pop chilled for his customers.  During high school, Larry booked bands.  Some of the performers he brought to Kansas City were Jay McShann, Bo Diddley, Bobby Vinton and The Beach Boys.  Following his entrepreneurial spirit, Larry was more interested in pursuing his career in the travel business and dropped out of college.  Had Larry completed his college degree, he would have earned degrees in accounting and economics, but was more intent on pursuing his dream of owning his own business.
 
Throughout his careers, Larry owned his own travel business and then went on to sell kitchen cabinets. Ultimately, Larry had a very successful career as a general contractor building upper bracket homes, small office buildings, low income housing, and doing extensive remodeling of homes and tenant finishes.  Larry had a unique sense of style and design.  He won several awards over the years not only for his distinctive homes, but for the lighting of the homes.  Larry was instrumental in designing and decorating the homes he built.  Larry always took immense pride in his work, often hand drawing many of his plans before submitting them to an architect.
 
Larry was known as the best cook in his circle of friends. Larry and Marti entertained a great deal (both small intimate gatherings with friends and large parties) where Larry did all of the planning/shopping/cooking.  Larry would go to multiple stores to get the exact ingredients needed for whatever he was serving.  He had an immense talent for coming up with his own recipes or tweaking recipes to his own desires and whims.  His sense of plating to please the palate was extraordinary.  His plates were always well presented and artistic. No one ever left the Levy household hungry and always with a to-go box to enjoy Larry’s food later.  Larry and Marti belonged to several gourmet groups and shared many wonderful meals with dear friends.
 
One of the most important things to Larry was his family. Without fail every Sunday night Larry and Marti would have their son, daughter- in law, and two granddaughters over for a home cooked meal he had prepared. Larry loved to travel with his wife, exploring parts of Europe, Central and South America, the Caribbean, and other parts of North America. Larry always enjoyed taking his granddaughters to unique and new restaurants to expand their taste palate. Larry had immense pride and joy for his granddaughters and their amazing accomplishments. On the weekends you could often find Larry on his son’s patio with a glass of aged rum and being entertained by the family dogs.
 
Some of Larry's other passions were enjoying a glass of aged rum on the rocks with a lime twist; sailing with his roommate from the U of A on the east coast; homemade hot chocolate with lots of marshmallows in the morning (Larry refused to drink coffee because he said it made his hair fall out); taking long walks in his neighborhood; curing/brining/canning green olives shipped to him from his friend's olive trees in California and sharing the jars with friends at the holidays, as well as growing his own tomatoes and herbs.
 
Larry was extremely quick with numbers; many people called him "the human computer."  You could throw figures at Larry all day long and he would be able to compute the figures in his head without the use of pencil, pen and paper.  He had a very analytical mind and was constantly playing "Devil's advocate," sometimes to the frustration of his friends and family.  Once Larry had decided on something, he could not be dissuaded.
 
Going to a restaurant with Larry and friends was always an adventure.  After sitting down for dinner, friends would chat away and Larry would be very quiet until suddenly Larry would take the “stage” and explain how many times each table would turn per night, the average check per table, and approximately the total restaurant income per week.  Larry knew and was acknowledged by every restaurant owner and chef in the Kansas City area and visited the kitchens at will.
 
Larry was a charter member of the Kansas City Chapter of the Chaine des Rotisseur and served as an officer for several years.  Larry was on the City of Prairie Village Planning Commission, the Johnson County Kansas Contractor Licensing Board, the Design Review Committee of his homes’ association and a member of the Kansas Building Industry Association.
 
Larry's family wants to thank his many friends and family members who came to visit Larry during his time in the hospital and at hospice house.  The family is also immensely grateful for the staff members at Saint Luke's Hospital on the Plaza as well as Saint Luke's Hospice House for the care, kindness and concern they gave to Larry.  Their professionalism and dedication are second to none.
 
Larry leaves behind many friends and family members who will miss his antics, stories, humor, good food and generous heart.
 
No service is planned, but a Celebration of Larry's Life will be held at a future date.

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Perry Wayne Lummis Sr. age 68, of Nixa, MO passed away December 11, 2012 in Mercy Hospital. He was born January 13, 1944, the son of Ralph W. and Mary Kay (Gillespie) Lummis. He is remembered by two sons and a daughter; Perry Wayne Lummis Jr. and his wife, Mary, Kerry James Lummis and his wife, Charece, Cheri Kay Crane and her husband, Stephen. Perry was united in marriage to Donna Fay Johnston on October 24, 1991. This union added two stepsons to the family; Marty Ray Bosserman and his wife, Christy and Travis Alan Bosserman and his wife, Renae. Perry worked as a journeyman carpenter in Kansas City before relocating to Billings, Mo as a residential framer. Perry continued his business by building homes. Perry was always active outdoors and instilled the same nature in his children. They enjoyed time together hunting, fishing, water sports (including ski competitions), and family trips. He loved the outdoors and accumulated toys to feed his active nature. His most enjoyable activities included trips around the US and Canada on his Harley with Donna, weekends on his Malibu boat skiing barefoot or running the slalom course, fishing in his Champion boat, bow and gun hunting for deer, turkey, pheasant and other game, a multitude of Mexico vacations, and riding his ATV at the farm. Perry’s kids expanded his legacy with eight grandchildren; Payton Bosserman, Athan Lummis, Ashley Bosserman, Corey Lummis, Kristian Lummis, Chase Lummis, Parker Bosserman, and Claire Lummis. He is also survived by his brother Robert Lummis and wife Patsy of Marshfield, MO. Perry continued to be active, spending time with his children and grandchildren whenever possible. 

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The Reverend Dr. Ronald Bruce MacLennan, 76, of Lindsborg passed away Saturday, February 13, 2021 at Lindsborg Community Hospital. Ron was born November 7, 1944 in Kansas City, MO to the late Ronald Frasier and Marie (Schulte) MacLennan. Ron graduated from Harvard University in 1966 and Union Theological Seminary in New York in 1970. He was ordained at St. Mark’s Lutheran Church in Kansas City, MO in July of 1970. He returned to Union and married Marcia Munro on June 26, 1971. He later received his PhD in theology from the Lutheran School of Theology at Chicago. Ron celebrated the 50th anniversary of his ordination in 2020. He served several Lutheran churches across Kansas, in Atchison (St. Marks, 1970-1976), Wichita (Reformation, 1976-1980), New Cambria (Peace, 1984-2015), Lincoln County (Denmark 1996-2015), and Wilson (Excelsior, 1996-2015). He was a member of Bethany Lutheran Church in Lindsborg. He was a chaplain and then Professor of Religion at Bethany College in Lindsborg (1984-2012). Ron was also a member and past president of the Paul Tillich Society. Throughout his life, Ron loved to travel. He and Marcia visited all 50 states and 58 other countries. Ron was an avid bridge player in retirement and became a Lifetime Master on his 70th birthday. He is survived by his wife: Marcia (Munro) MacLennan, of the home; daughters: Heather McLauchlan (Craig) of Morton, IL, and Hilary Kibler (Chad) of Lindsborg, KS; as well as four grandsons: Ian and Andrew McLauchlan and Caden and Cael Kibler. Ron is preceded in death by his parents; brother: Fredrick (age 11); as well as 2 infant brothers.

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 Joe Mason, 56, of Olathe, KS, lost his fight against cancer at his home on July 14, 2001. Funeral services will be 1 p.m. Thursday, July 19, at Mt. Moriah & Freeman Chapel, I-435 at Holmes Road. The family will receive friends at the chapel on Wednesday, July 18, from 6-8 p.m. Burial will be in Mt. Moriah Cemetery at the Garden of Faith Mausoleum.

He was a member of the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers 124 and co-owner, with his wife, of Expressions Embroidery. He leaves behind his wife Shirley, daughters, Sheila Casali, Rachel Schoenfeld, Shannon Parmentier and Breanne Paul, sons, Brian and Barry Paul, grandchildren, Trey Casali, Garret and Justin Schoenfeld, Olivia and Madelyn Parmentier and Brayden Johnson. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society, 6700 Antioch, Shawnee Mission, KS 66204. (Arrangements: Mt. Moriah & Freeman Funeral Chapel, 816-942-2004) 

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Kansas City Star, The (MO) - April 12, 1996

 Deceased Name: SUZY MORGAN MAUGHAN

Suzy Morgan Maughan, born to Ralph and Jean Morgan on November 4, 1944, in Kansas City, MO, passed away April 10, 1996, at her home.

 Memorial services will be 10 a.m. Saturday, April 13, at St. Andrew's Episcopal Church, Meyer & Wornall.

 A reception will follow at the church. The family suggests contributions to the St. Paul's Episcopal Day School Scholarship Fund, 4041 Main St., Kansas City, MO 64111, or Hospice of Mid-America, 3100 Broadway, 300, Kansas City, MO 64111 or St. Andrew's Episcopal Church Choir Fund.

 Mrs. Maughan was born in Kansas City, MO, and had lived in the area all of her life. She graduated from Southwest High School and Drury College, where she was a member of Delta Delta Delta Sorority.

 Edition: METROPOLITAN

Page: C4

Copyright (c) 1996 The Kansas City Star

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 He was born in Olathe, the second of two children born to Leon G. McCreight and Arlene Keintiz. Larry's parents divorced and Arlene married a man named Foster. Larry's brother, Gerald, adopted his stepfather's last name. But Larry retained his father's last name. Larry spent his senior year at SWHS; the Sachem states that his activites were at West Covina High. So maybe he came for only one year to live with his father, who owned a house near Westport.

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Sondra S. Milgram, 72, of Leawood, KS, passed away Thursday, October 20, 2016 at her home. Funeral services will be 10:30am Sunday, October 23, at The Louis Memorial Chapel, 6830 Troost Avenue, Kansas City, MO 64131 with burial to follow at Sheffield Cemetery. Kindly omit flowers. The family suggests contributions to Sheffield Cemetery or A. Keith Brodkin Contemporary Artist project @ The Museum of Our National Heritage in Oklahoma City, OK.
She was born April 20, 1944, in Kansas City, MO, the daughter of Harry and Betty (Junsberg) Brodkin and was a lifelong area resident.
Susie was a past President of the Woman’s Auxiliary @ Menorah Medical Center and was on the Friends of Sheffield committee that helped refurbish the cemetery. She also volunteered her time at many organizations throughout Kansas City.
Susie was a very loving wife, mother and grandmother. She will be remembered for her sense of humor, patience and her beauty. Susie always had an open door policy for family and friends.
She had a magnetic way about her – people were just drawn to her. Susie never met a store she didn’t like.
Susie was preceded in death by her parents and her brother, A. Keith Brodkin.
She is survived by her husband of 50 years, Byron Milgram; her daughters and son-in-law: Lisa Milgram and Heidi and Howard Erenberg; grandchildren: Betsy Erenberg and Charlie Erenberg.
The family would like to thank the staff of Kansas City Hospice and Palliative Care and Thoughtful Care.

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Wilson L. Miller II, 60, Sarasota, died June 15, 2005.

He was born Jan. 24, 1945, in Kansas City, Mo., and came to Sarasota 15 years ago from Laguna Niguel, Calif. He was president of Sample Research Group and was a Presbyterian.

Survivors include daughters Margot W. and Nicole W., both of Sarasota; and a son, Wilson L. III of Anaheim.

No visitation is planned. A memorial service will be later. Inurnment will be in California. Toale Brothers Funeral Home, Colonial Chapel, is in charge.

Memorial donations may be made to First Presbyterian Church, 2050 Oak St., Sarasota, FL 34237. 

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Thomas H. Morten, 45, of Kansas City in Clay County, died October 1, 1990 at North Kansas City Hospital.  Thomas was born in San Antonio, Texas on October 29, 1944 but lived most of his life in Kansas City.  Survivors include his wife Vicki, two stepchildren, Troy and Wendy, his mother, stepfather, two brothers, William of Parkville and James of Platt City, and one sister Susan Morten of Roeland Park.  --KC Star, 3 Oct., 1990

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 Daniel Murphy, of Fremont, has been active in real estate and property management throughout Alameda county for many years. He has been a dedicated member of the Southern Alameda County Board of Realtors for 30 years.

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Marcy Nagelvoort was born May 23, 1944 in Royal Oak, Michigan. After graduating from the University of Michigan, she came to Southern California, where she was employed for 37 years by Los Angeles County as a Children's Social Worker. Upon her retirement in 2004, Marcy loved life and lived each day to the fullest. She loved her family, friends and traveling. Marcy is survived by her husband, Mic; her sister and brother-in-law, Louisa and Cortney Halmi; her four daughters, Heather, Anne, Karie and Jennifer; her grandchildren, Persephone, Giselle, Lilly, Angie, Tony and Dylan; her niece, Mirja; her nephews, Ted and Dan; her grand-nephew, Randall; her grand-niece, Marczella and her sons-in-law, Brian, David and Tony. Marcy was truly a person of passion and commitment; the impact she left in our hearts will be ever lasting. 

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Linda Kay Niebur, daughter of Loin and Audrey Bowen, was born in Kansas City on February 11, 1944 and died peacefully after a long struggle with cancer on September 19, 2017. On Jan 17, 1970, she married Stephen Niebur, and they remained together for 47 happy years. After graduating Southwest High School, she began her first career as a dental assistant on the Plaza, doing this for a decade. Following her love of cosmetics and fashion, she changed careers in the early 1980s, working for a number of large department stores in Kansas City. When the family moved to Osceola, Iowa in 1988, she continued in this line of work at Osceola’s Gem Connection and several Des Moines stores. In her later years, she gave up the commute and enjoyed working at Flowers ‘N More in Osceola. “Adnil,” (a long-standing nickname) had many hobbies and interests, including reading British mysteries, cross stitching, drinking tea, and watching science fiction, mystery, and comedy TV marathons with her family. Her children inherited her love of all things British. She was also active in sports, playing soccer, golf, and bowling, appearing once on the game show Bowling for Dollars. Linda’s greatest quality was her compassion. She welcomed countless young people into her house, providing a safe place for friends of her children who lacked the stability she provided her own family. Everyone who knew her loved her, and her passing will be devastating for all her friends and family. Her generosity was notorious; she loved to shop for other people, giving beautiful and unique gifts from across the world. She loved travel, and particularly enjoyed recent trips to Hawaii and Ireland. She is survived by her husband, Stephen Louis Niebur from Osceola, IA, her son Chris and his wife Heather with their son Max from Austin, TX, another son Louis and his husband, David from Reno, NV, and her daughter Natalie and her husband, Mike and their two children, Lizzy and Violet from Hammond, IN. She is also survived by her sisters, Patricia Pope and Beverly Van Hercke, her brother Don Bowen, and numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her mother and father, her sister Shirley Walton, and her brother Mike Bowen.

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Michael Antone Nolte, 58, Montgomery, AL, passed away December 18, 2003, at home. Funeral services will be 10 a.m. Tuesday, December 23, 2003, at Calvary Lutheran Church, 7500 Oak, Kansas City, MO 64114. Burial will be in Memorial Park Cemetery.... More

Published in Kansas City Star on December 21, 2003  

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Name: Vicki M. Oliver

State of Issue: Missouri

Date of Birth: Tuesday May 09, 1944

Date of Death: Tuesday January 14, 1997

Est. Age at Death: 52 years, 8 months, 5 days

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Carol Pettit  
Originally of Alexandria, VA, died Sunday June 26, 2016 in Myrtle Beach, SC. She is survived by her love and soulmate, Star Elton; beloved daughter and son-in-law, Deena and Michael Pagliaro, and her two grandsons, Jake and Luke. She is also by her mother, Roberta Cain; sister, Joyce Hughes; brother, Bill Linnartz, many nieces, nephews and several close friends she had the pleasure of knowing. Carol was a flight attendant for USAirways for 21 years. She enjoyed traveling the world and going to the beach. She kindly requests that you please not send flowers. She will always be remembered by her bright smile that could light up a room. A private Celebration of Life will be held at her home.

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Paul L. Pheffer, 49, of Olathe, Kansas, died on June 15, 1994.  Paul was born in Kansas City and lived in Portland, Oregon before returning to Kansas City in 1987.  He was a district sales manager for the Chrysler Corporation.  He was a member of the Plain Ol' A's  chapter of the Kansas Model A Club.  Paul is survived by his wife Beverly J.,  a son Jeffrey and two daughters, Stephanie and Jill, all of the home, and one brother, Melvin Pheffer.  -- KC Star, 17 June 1994

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Steven "Steve" Albert Pheffer Steve was born September 5, 1944 to Manual and Yetta (Kessler) Pheffer. He passed away August 1, 2019. He is survived by his Mother, Yetta Pheffer; Children, Alexa R. Pheffer, Rebecca (Kenneth) Stieh and Mark Quick; Grandchildren, Mariah J. McGlothen, Morgan McCaslin, Nathan, Ethan and Mosley Rogers and Gabruella Dinwiddie; Sisters, Charlene Sacco and Sandra Selley; Good Friends, Dianna Hunt and Sharon Lazarus.

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Kansas City Star, The (MO) - January 17, 2003

Deceased Name: BEVERLY LYNN BAIR RAMSEY

Beverly Lynn Bair Ramsey, age 58, of Austin, TX, died peacefully on January 14, 2003, of an unexpected heart complication that resulted in an aneurysm. Beverly loved all of her family, and her grandson, Reese. was the joy of her life. She was generous to all that knew her, always thinking of others with personalized gifts and handwritten notes. She felt fortunate to have taken several wonderful travels with her father and two sisters over the past several years.

She was a long-time educator in the Round Rock community. Most recently she was on the staff of Pond Springs Elementary School where she worked with many close friends.

Beverly was an active member of the Jollyville Women's Club. She also played bridge with the same group of gals since 1978. Dedicated to her Sunday School class and to Ye Seekers Circle, she was a 25-year member of Bethany United Methodist Church. She will be dearly missed by her loved ones.

She was predeceased by her mother, Helen Bair of Kansas City, MO and is survived by her husband, Dan Ramsey of Austin; son, Lance Ramsey of Austin, TX; daughter, Emily Ramsey of Houston, TX; daughter-in-law, Erin Ramsey of Austin; grandson, Reese Ramsey of Austin; father, Sidney Bair of Kansas City, MO; sisters, Susie Egbert of Kansas City, MO and Linda Fisher of Denver, CO.

Memorial services will be held at 10 a.m. Friday, January 17, at Bethany United Methodist Church, 10010 Anderson Mill Road, Austin, TX. A Reception will follow immediately after the Memorial service. The family requests memorial contributions be made to the Alzheimer's Association, 3846 W. 75th St., Prairie Village, KS 66208. (Arrangements: CookWalden Chapel of the Hills Funeral Home, 9700 Anderson Mill Rd., Austin, TX 78750 (512) 335-1155)

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Richard Allen Ramsey, 54, of Kansas City passed away Monday, September 13, 1999.  Mr. Ramsey was born on September 17, 1944 in Kansas City, Missouri.  He was a member of Platte Woods United Methodist Church.  He was an army veteran and a former employee of the Davis Paint Company.  He is survived by his wife, Janice M. Ramsey and two daughters, Jenny and Mary, all of the home.  Additional survivors include his mother Edity Ramsey, his brother Laurence and his sister Anne.  Burial is at Mt. Moriah Terrace Park Cemetary. "Kansas City Star, September 14, 1999

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Donald Rappold, 68, Kansas City, Missouri, went to be with his Lord Tuesday, March 27, 2012. Mass of Christian Burial will be 10 a.m., Saturday, March 31, at Christ the King, 8510 Wornall Rd, Kansas City, Missouri. Visitation from 9-10 a.m., Saturday, at the church. Burial in Highland Park Cemetery, KCK. Mr. Rappold was born November 27, 1943, in Kansas City, Missouri, and worked for Ranch Mart Hardware for 18 years before retiring many years ago. Don was preceded in death by his parents, Ethel and Bud Rappold; and sister, Alice Gray Smith. He is survived by his partner of 23 years, Kevin Parker; sisters-in-law, Luella Davis, of Shawnee, Karen Summers, Linda McDonnell, Diana Jones, all of Kansas City, KS; niece, Jayne Allison Martin; great niece and nephew, Shannon and Joshua Martin, of Phoenix, AZ. Despite his rough exterior and set routine, Don had a caring and giving heart. His unique sense of humor and quirks made for many memories and stories that brought laughter. (Arr.: Highland Park Funeral Home & Crematory, 4100 State Avenue, Kansas City, Kansas 66102, (913) 371-0699. Online Condolences may be left at: www.highlandparkfh.com.)

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Frank was born in Kansas City, Missouri, on July 6, 1944, to Franklin Everett and Elizabeth Woodbury Reaves. He proudly attended Westminster College in Fulton Missouri where he gained lifelong friends. He loved to spend summers at the Lake of the Ozarks with his family. He enjoyed water skiing, even as late as his 50th birthday.

He was active in the leadership of Boy Scout Troop 46. As a child, Frank earned his Eagle Scout with Troop 61. He was a Hardway Warrior in the Tribe of Mic-O-Say and proud of his Tribal name “Warrior Littlest True Heart," following in the footsteps of his grandfather "Chieftain True Heart."

Frank loved the Family Room Dance Parties and Surf Rock Music. He also loved celebrating all holidays with his family, especially Thanksgiving and Christmas.

Frank was preceded in death by his parents and his brother-in-law Cary Williams. He is survived by his wife, Ann Townley Reaves; children, Tod (Kasey) Reaves, Melissa Reaves, Kristen (Andrew) Vleisides, Scott Reaves, and Brent (Tiffany) Reaves; nine grandchildren, Danny Reaves, Tanner Reaves, Alyssa Reaves, Isaac Reaves, Avery Reaves, Emma Reaves, Carter Vleisides, Drew Vleisides, and Alex Vleisides; a sister Betsy Reaves Hartzell; many cousins, one niece, three nephews, and a sister-in-law Gail Williams. Frank is also survived by his favorite dog, Jenny, and his cat, Charlie.

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Joyce Reineke (nee Howey), 58, of Belton, Missouri died on March 4, 2002.  Joyce was born on January 13, 1944 in St. Joseph, Missouri, the daughter of Douglas and Dorothy Remley Howey.  She graduated from Southwest High School and Drury College.  Joyce was a teacher at Northeast High School for 16 years.  She was a member of Delta Delta Delta Alumni and board member of  the Greater Kansas City Family and Consumer Sciences.  She was also a great fan of the Belton baseball team.  Joyce is survived by her husband Dennis Reineke, two sons, Richard and Allen and one daughter, Christine, five grandchildren, her mother Dorothy and her sister, Gayle, Rushing.   She is buried at Memorial Park Cemetary in Raymore, Missouri.--KC Star, 5-7 March 2002

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Carole Anne Root (nee Horine), 65, of Overland Park, Kansas, died on August 23, 2009.  Carole worked at Rolling Hill Presbyterian Church as their receptionist for twelve years.  She enjoyed fishing, was an excellent bridge player and was known for her infectious laugh.  She is survived by her son Thomas Root of Canton, Michigan,  her daughter Amy Wright of Seattle, Washington, and two grandchildren Carson and Addison Wright to whom she was known as "Grandma Scissors".  Carole is buried at Mt. Moriah  Cemetary.  
--KC Star, 25 Aug. 2009

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Fritz P. Ruwart passed away February 19, 2019 at the age of 75, after an extraordinary life. Fritz was born December 8, 1943 to Mary and Edward Ruwart Jr. He was the youngest of 4 boys: Edward, Robert "Joe", and John. He is survived by his daughter Natalie Wellington (Brian), two granddaughters Lola and Maggy Wellington, his partner in every committed crime and best friend for 65 years Bart Strother, his soulmate for decades Gloria Alcala, brother John Ruwart (Harriet), sister-in-law Bonnie Ruwart, and many beloved nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, brothers Edward and Joe, and nephew Robert. Fritz graduated from Southwest High School in 1962. He spent his professional career in sales and for the last 25 years he worked for the Cosentino's family perfecting the art of customer service and grocer fun. Fritz worked until the summer of 2018 when he was diagnosed with acute leukemia. To say Fritz was a hard worker would be an understatement. He believed if you weren't early you were late, you never do anything half assed, and you always show up with a good attitude. He was well known as someone who gave the soundest advice. When he wasn't working, life was full of fun and adventure. He enjoyed fishing, being outdoors in the sun, and spending time with his family. Fritz went to the very first Super Bowl in 1967, a memory he loved to laugh about and share. In his younger years he spent Thanksgivings fishing at Bull Shoals Lake and for decades enjoyed his summer fishing trip with the boys at Two Waters Lake Resort in the Ozarks. Nothing made Fritz smile more than out fishing Bart, Parker, and the boys. The sound of Elvis, Leon Redbone, Motown and Stevie Ray Vaughan were often heard when you were with Fritz. Natalie and Fritz were always up for a good dance party and never left a wedding without setting the dance floor on fire. Fritz should always be remembered for being a great father, fisherman, and friend. A celebration will commence at BB's Lawnside BBQ on Wednesday February 27th from 4-7. 1205 E 85th KCMO. Please join us for one last beer and a scratcher in Fritz's honor. All are welcome. Private mass for family will be held at St. Peter's Catholic Church.

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Memorial services for Mrs. Paula Schoolland, 37, Overland Park, former co-owner and vice president of Air Distributors Inc., who was killed Wednesday [May 20, 1981] in a car accident near Wornall and Red Bridge roads, will be at 2 p.m. Saturday at the Mount Moriah Chapel; burial in Mount Moriah Cemetery.

Mrs. Schoolland was former owner and had been vice president of the firm since 1976. She also had been marketing director for R.G. Wallace Inc., Los Angeles, six months.

She was graduated from Ohio State University, Columbus, and had attended the University of Missouri-Kansas City and the Kansas City Art Institute.

She was a member of the Village Presbyterian Church and the Saddle and Sirloin Club. She was a lifelong area resident.

She leaves her husband, John Schoolland of the home, and her parents, Mr. and Mrs. W. Frank Griffith, Prairie Village.

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James Barton Schull, 53, died of a heart attack on thursday, January 8, 1998 at his home near St. Louis.  A 1962 graduate of Southwest High School, he earned a bachelor degree in music from the Kansas City Conservatory of Music and a PhD in mathematics from UMKC.  In addition of being a gifted scholar and athlete, Jim was an exceptional jazz pianist, admirer of impressionist art, enthusiastic world traveler, animal lover and true gentleman.  Jim enjoyed a thirty year career in flying as a TWA pilot and was a DC-9 captain at the time of his death.  He was a private person, yet one whose warmth, wit, and loyalty endeared him to co-workers and friends alike.  The kindness and genuine affection he shared so generously  will be remembered with gratitude.  He will be missed.  He is survived by his mother, Crystal Schull and his sister, Karen McGee. --KC Star, 11 Jan. 1998 

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Carolyn “Betsy” Sexton of Holiday Island, Arkansas was born February 24, 1944, in Kansas City, Missouri to Roy and Carolyn (Dickie) Goar. Carolyn passed away June 6, 2022, in Holiday Island at the age of 78. Carolyn enjoyed visiting with everyone, watching all kinds of sports but she enjoyed most of all being around her family, kids, and grandkids and feeding them all. May 6, 1967, Carolyn was united in marriage to Jim Sexton who survives her of the home. She is also survived by her children Danny Sexton and wife Diane, Mike Sexton and wife Amy; grandchildren Jacob Sexton, Bailey Sexton, Josh Pickens; brother Jim Goar; nephew Doug Wilson; nieces Beth Wilder and husband Marty, Debbie Wilson, Becky Spence and husband Craig; along with numerous other family members and friends. Visitation will be 2:00 pm till 4:00 pm, Friday, June 10, 2022, at Charles M. Nelson Memorial Chapel in Berryville. Memorial donations may be made to LUC Boys Ranch, 296 Ranch Road, Lampe MO, 65681

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 Robert M. Sharp, age 66, of Hinsdale. US Air Force Veteran. Beloved husband of Roberta, nee Hucker; loving father of Michelle (Raphael Jones) Sharp and Suzanne (Jeffrey Williams) Sharp; dear brother of Frances Sharp; fond brother-in-law of Brian and Kathleen Hucker; uncle of Katherine, Daniel and Penelope. Visitation 3 to 9 p.m. Tuesday at Hallowell & James Funeral Home, 1025 W. 55th St., Countryside. Family and friends to meet Wednesday at St. Isaac Jogues Catholic Church, 306 W. Fourth St., Hinsdale, for Mass at 10 a.m. Interment is private. In lieu of flowers, memorials to St. Benedict's Abbey, 1020 N. 2nd St., Atchison, KS 66002 appreciated. For information 708-352-6500.

.Published in Chicago Tribune from July 31 to August 1, 2011

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Harlow Austin Smith passed away from diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA) on February 24, 2020. He is survived by his wife of fifty-four years Dottie Smith and his daughter Heather Smith.

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Rev. Jane Carol Smith died November 28, 2010, in Lewistown, MT, where she served as Pastor of St. James Episcopal Church for the past eight years. Jane was born at the old Research Hospital in Kansas City, MO, on June 21, 1944. She attended elementary school and high schools in Kansas City and received a degree in secondary education from UMKC. In 1989 she moved to Wichita and later completed her education at Seabury Theological Seminary in Evanston, IL. She was ordained in 2001. After a two-year internship at St. John's Episcopal Church in Wichita, Jane was invited to become Pastor of a small congregation in Lewistown where she remained until her death. A memorial service will be held in Lewistown. Survivors include her father, Allen D. Smith, and wife, Ann; two children, Patricia Jane Johns and husband Charles, and Adam Jason Wray and wife Amanda; and three grandsons: Jason, Alexander, and Julian Wray. Jane's mother, Beverly, died in 1994. The family wishes to thank all of the staff at Central Montana Medical Center and Skilled Nursing Facility as well as Hospice for the care which they gave Jane in her final days.

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Bart Strother
June 16, 1944 - October 19, 2020
Kansas City, Missouri - Bart Ladd Strother, 76, died on Monday, Oct. 19, 2020. The cause was ALS.
Bart was born in Kansas City on June 16, 1944, and remained a resident of the city his entire life. He went to Southwest High School and then to the University of Missouri-Columbia, where he was a member of the Sigma Chi fraternity.
He got his B.S. degree in 1966 and earned an MBA from MU in 1968. He found his professional calling a few years later, when he entered the UMKC School of Law. He got his law degree in 1975 and soon joined a firm headed by highly regarded attorney Max Foust. Bart became a partner and was with the firm Foust, Strother and Frickleton for more than 15 years before going out on his own.
Spurred partly by his love of fishing and wanting to spend more time with daughter Tracy (always "Daddy's little girl"), Bart took early retirement in the mid-1990s. His default fishing site was Lake of the Ozarks, but he made innumerable trips, including to places like the Pacific Northwest, Alaska, the Amazon, the Mexican Sierra Madre, Canada and the Caribbean. A retreat closer to home was a farm, east of Lone Jack, that he and his wife of 39 years, Carla King, purchased many years ago.
Bart was a man of no airs, which helped gain him a wide circle of devoted friends, whom he regularly entertained with his wicked and singular sense of humor. At gatherings of friends, he was almost always the font of levity and the focal point of attention. After one memorable party, he rated the guests, dishing out grades ranging from A's to a couple of unfortunate F's.
Starting with his MU days, Bart was a big fan of Tiger football. Like many MU grads, he didn't particularly care for KU. But, as fate would have it, Tracy fell in love with and married a Jayhawk, Clint Jones. During a hilarious speech at the wedding reception, Bart looked over at Clint and warned he would be keeping a close eye on him. He followed that with: "I'm going to say this once, and it will be the only time you ever hear me say it: Rock Chalk Jayhawk!" The assembled crowd roared with laughter.
By his many friends, Bart will be remembered only with smiles.
He was preceded in death by his parents and a brother, Jim Strother. He is survived by his wife Carla King; daughter Dr. Tracy (Clint) Jones; grandsons Oliver and William Jones; brother Dan (Tina) and their five children; and nephew Sam Strother (Sarah), Jim's son, who at his wedding named Bart his "best" and "worst" man.
The family extends special thanks to AscendHospice; to Jill, Pat, Ian and Flo of In-Home Care Services; and Tenese with Synergy HomeCare.
A private funeral and a graveside service was held Thursday, Oct. 22, at Mount Moriah Cemetery. Instead of flowers, the family requests legacy tree contributions to everloved.com/life-of/bart-strother/.

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Dan Sudran
June 7, 1944 - June 13, 2022
Dan Sudran passed away peacefully on June 13, 2022 at the age of 78 in San Francisco, CA. Son of Abraham and Mildred Sudran, and brother to the late Deborah Sudran. Dan is survived by his partner Consuelo, his cousin Richard, his close friends Marty, Ivan and Chris, everyone who is part of the Mission Science Workshop family, and so many community members and friends who will miss him dearly. He started Mission Science Workshop in 1991 with the goal of igniting a sense of wonder in San Francisco kids after his community organizing work with the UFW. His friends and staff at MSW will honor his life and impactful work by continuing his legacy of science education for all.

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Marcia Thomas
December 2, 1944 - April 4, 2021
Kansas City, Missouri - Marcia Rosalyn Thomas, formerly Marcia Rosalyn Markowitz, age 76, died peacefully in her sleep April 4, 2021 at St. Luke's Hospital in Kansas City, Missouri.
At her request, a small graveside service for family will be held at Sheffield cemetery where she will be laid to rest. In lieu of flowers, please send a contribution to the United Way of Greater Kansas City or plant a tree in Israel through the Jewish National Fund https://usa.jnf.org/jnf-tree-planting-center/
Marcia was born December 2, 1944 in Fort Worth, Texas to Samuel and Davida Markowitz. Mr. and Mrs. Markowitz moved to Kansas City, her father's hometown, with Marcia in 1946 and were soon thereafter joined by the arrival of Marcia's baby brother, Joel.
Marcia was a two-time alum of the University of Missouri, where she earned her Bachelor's in Journalism and her Masters in Library Science. Marcia lived and worked in Kansas City her entire adult life. Marcia married her husband, John "Jack" Katchmarik, on her fiftieth birthday in 1994. Together, they enjoyed twenty-six wonderful years of marriage.
Marcia was very active in her community from the 1970's into the past decade. In 2012, Kansas City's then-Mayer Sly James recognized Marcia's substantial record of service toward her community with a Good Neighbor Award.
Marcia's personal philosophy was, "If you turn it up loud enough, you can find the answer to any of life's challenges in rock and roll."
Marcia is survived by her husband, Jack; her son Aaron, Aaron's wife Shelby, and their children Reagan (age 18), Davis (age 15), and Shiloh (age 8); her son James, James's wife Afton, and their children Olive (age 9) and Noah (age 6); and by Marcia's brother, Joel, Joel's wife Susan, and their two children Adam (age 24) and Sarah (age 24).

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Rex Hugh Thrasher, 61, of Kansas City died Friday, May 12, 2006.  Rex was born on September 21, 1944 to Claude T. and Kheva (Conklin) Thrasher.  He is survived by his mother and is buried at Mt. Moriah. --KC Star, 17 May 2006

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Nancy J. "Jody" Tower, 68, Overland   Park, KS, passed away April 28, 2012.   Funeral services will be 10:00 a.m. Friday, May 4th, at Holy Trinity Orthodox Church. Burial in Mt. Moriah Cemetery. Visitation from 4:30-6:00 p.m. Thursday, May 3rd, at the church. Memorial  contributions to Holy Trinity Orthodox   Church, 11901 Pflumm, Overland Park,   KS, 66213.  Jody was born February 3rd, 1944 in Fresno, CA. She was a 1962 graduate of Southwest High School. She was employed by KU Medical Center Pathology   Dept. for many years. She was preceded in death by her parents Charles and Lucille Kincaid. Jody is survived by her husband of 26 years, Steven Tower of the home;   brother Charles K. Kincaid of Grandview, MO; sons Thomas Small of Olathe, KS and James Small of Melbourne, Australia; three grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. Condolences:   www.mtmoriah-freeman.com. Mt Moriah & Freeman Funeral Home. 10507 Holmes Rd., Kansas City, MO 64131. (816) 942-2004 www.mtmoriah-freeman.com

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Kansas City Star, The (MO) - February 20, 2005

Deceased Name: JAMES FRANCIS WALTERS

I, James Francis Walters, passed away Thursday, Feb. 17, 2005, at St. Joseph's Hospital, Kansas City, MO. I was born Feb. 20, 1943, the son of Bert and Margaret Joergens Walters. On Aug. 5, 1959, I suffered a spinal cord injury in a diving accident that left me completely paralyzed. On Jan. 10, 1976, I married Toni Quatmann. My wife, Toni and I served as instructors in the RCIA progam at St. Elizabeth's Parish for 33 years.. I am survived by my wife, brothers and sisters-in-law, Bert and Toni Walters Jr., Tom and Kathy Walters, sister-in-law, Cathy Walters and sister and brother-in-law Chuck and Peggy Gosselin and many nieces and nephews. I was preceded in death by my parents and brother, John. "See you in the kingdom! " Jim. Visitation will begin at 2 p.m., Sunday, Feb. 20, 2005, St. Elizabeth's Church, with recitation of the Rosary at 4:45 p.m., followed by the Mass of Resurrection at 5 p.m. Burial will be 10:30 a.m., Monday, Feb. 21, 2005, at Mt. Olivet Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St. Elizabeth's Parish, 2 East 75th St., Kansas City, MO, 64114, for either the new Crucifix fund or the St. Vincent de Paul Society fund. (Arr; McGilley State Line Chapel 816-942-6180).

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Ann Warner (nee Margaret Ann Hinkle), 58, died on April 12, 2002 of pancreatic cancer at her home in Fremont, California.  Ann was born on February 20, 1944, graduated from Southwest High School and received her BS degree in accounting from William Jewel College.  Ann had many wonderful qualities--a great sense of humor and could find the lighter side of any situation.  She faced and conquered many difficult situations with courage and dignity.  Ann worked at Envision Peripherals for more than ten years.  In her spare time she enjoyed traveling, reading and spending time with her family.  She is survived by her daughter Katherine Ann, sons Kevin and Mark, and brother Jon Hinkle.  --KC Star, 16 Apr. 2002

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Weiss, Paul F born 12/28/1943 at Kansas City, MO and died 4/22/2005 at Paola, KS

Parents: Fred and Velma Tanner Weiss.

Relatives: Jim Weiss - brother, Richard Weiss - brother, David Weiss - brother, Mary Ann Simpson - sister, Martha Leisure - sister, Cathy Lighthizer - sister

Obituary published in the Osawatomie Graphic on 4/27/2005

Wife:

Charlene A Weiss

32896 Oak Grove Rd

Paola, KS 66071-8260

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 Nancy Ann Weneck, 68, of Overland Park, passed away Thursday, Dec. 20, 2012, surrounded by her loving family.

Nancy was born at Menorah Medical Center, in Kansas City, Mo., on Jan. 10, 1944, to Sadie and Herman Billings. With the passing of her mother at a young age, Nancy was raised by her dear aunt, Rose Gladstone.

Nancy was a dedicated educator, teaching at elementary through college levels. It was her creative talents, combined with her love of flowers and greenery, which fueled a wonderful career in floral design later in her life.

Above all, Nancy was a devoted and loving wife of 42 years to her beloved husband, Charles “Buddy” Weneck, and incredible mother to her three children, Spencer (Dana) Weneck, Sally (Brennan) Hensley and Todd (Lindsay) Weneck, and doting grandmother to her seven grandchildren, Jackson, Ava, Reagan, Cooper, Zoe, Madeleine and Grant.

Nancy lived life with great vigor, and awareness. She was passionate in her support of numerous charitable and civic endeavors. Our lives have been forever enriched by Nancy’s welcoming smile and embrace, cultured intellect, sharp wit, and her spirited sense of humor. We are eternally grateful of the values, courage and principles she instilled in all who knew her. To her family and friends, Nancy will be greatly missed, and forever loved.

Services were held Sunday, Dec. 23, at Congregation Beth Torah, with interment in the Congregation Beth Shalom section in Mount Moriah Cemetery South, 10507 Holmes Road. The family would kindly request donations be made to Kansas City Hospice House & Palliative Care, 9221 Ward Parkway, Suite 100, Kansas City, MO 64114 or Congregation Beth Torah.

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Gazette, The (Colorado Springs, CO) - Saturday, October 10, 1998

 Deceased Name: Vance Wengler, Springs attorney for 26 years, dies at age 54

 Vance W. "Buzz" Wengler, an attorney in Colorado Springs for 26 years, died Thursday at Pikes Peak Hospice. He was 54.

 Born in Wichita, Kan., on Oct. 7, 1944, Mr. Wengler grew up in Kansas City, Mo., and Des Moines, Iowa, where he was the Iowa state high school pole vault champion.

 A graduate of the University of Kansas, Mr. Wengler received his law degree from Washburn University in Topeka, Kan.

 He began his law career in Colorado Springs in 1972 as an assistant city attorney. The next year he opened a private practice and then joined the law firm of Cleveland, Wengler and Robbins. In recent years, he again had a private practice.

 Mr. Wengler was a member of the Broadmoor Golf Club, the El Paso County and Colorado bar associations, the Colorado Trial Lawyers Association and Phi Gamma Delta, his college fraternity. An avid biker and skier, Mr. Wengler was a volunteer for the National Sport Center for the Disabled in Winter Park.

 He is survived by his wife, Joan Wengler; a son, Brian; two daughters, Christine and Kate; and a stepdaughter, Leslie Haskell. He also is survived by his mother, Judy Shiffman, and a brother, Tom Wengler, both of California; his former wife, Diane Wengler Jordan; a sister-in-law, Jane Freeman; and a niece and nephew, Betsy and Michael Colvin.

 Services will be at 2 p.m. Tuesday at First Presbyterian Church, 219 E. Bijou St. Burial will be private. Alternative Funeral Service, 3407 N. El Paso St., is handling arrangements. Memorial contributions may be made to Pikes Peak Hospice, 3630 Sinton Road, Suite 302, Colorado Springs 80907.

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Judy Coe Westmoreland passed away June 24, 2015, in Las Vegas, after a courageous battle with cancer. She was born March 11, 1944, to Lucille and Harry Coe in Kansas City, Mo. Judy attended Southwest High School and Central Missouri State College. Judy, along with her twin sister, Sandy, started flying as a stewardess for American Airlines in 1965. This is where she met Wesley Westmoreland, a captain with American Airlines. They were married Sept. 6, 1974. Judy continued her career with American Airlines and retired in 2001 having flown for 37 years. Judy was a deacon with the Green Valley Presbyterian Church, a 25- year member of the Las Vegas Sail and Power Squadron and founding member and president of the Las Vegas chapter of the American Airlines KIWI Club. Judy and her husband moved to Las Vegas in 1972 and they continued flying for American Airlines out of Los Angeles. Judy's two favorite hobbies were flower arranging and showing her Shelties in obedience competition on the local and national level. Judy was a founding member of the Shetland Sheepdog Club of Southern Nevada. She was also a member of the Vegas Valley Dog Obedience Club and Black Mountain Kennel Club. Judy's Shelties were all registered therapy dogs which enabled her to do a lot of community service work here in Las Vegas and Henderson. Judy was preceded in death by her brother, Harry Coe. She is survived by her loving husband of 40 years, Wesley; stepson, Wesley Westmoreland IV of Long Beach, Calif.; twin sister, Sandy Coe of Henderson; sister, Sally Roady of St. Charles, Mo.; and nieces, Laurie Whittenberg of Richmond Hill, Ga., and Kristen Roady of Tampa, Fla. A visitation will be held from 4 to 7 p.m. Monday, July 20, at Palm Mortuary, 7600 S. Eastern Avenue. A funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday, July 21, at Green Valley Presbyterian Church, 1798 Wigwam Parkway (at Valley Verde), Henderson, NV 89074. A Celebration of Life is pending. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Shetland Sheepdog Club of Southern Nevada, c/o Karin Fastow, 755 Mikasa Point Port, Las Vegas, NV 89123 or NSPCA.org (no kill shelter) (702) 873-7722. -
 

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She was as born as Nancy Lee Kuheim on December 22nd, 1943 in Kansas City, MO. Nancy married Clifford Jerome Wingerter (Jerry), on June 6th, 1963. They had two boys Robert E and Kenneth Scott.

Nancy was a loving Mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and devoted wife. Nothing compared to the love she shared with her husband Jerry, a true love story from the beginning. She is once again joined with him in heaven.

Nancy was a full-time mom and always there after school, unless Jerry needed her driving the company delivery truck for their business. She enjoyed taking care of all thing’s nature, animals, birds, and gardening. If she could be outside, she was. She was amazingly creative from her 3-foot doll house to the numerous art pieces she made for the grandchildren.

Being a lifelong resident of Kansas City, she enjoyed friendships that lasted over 60 years with Joyce Ferrell and Jean Harvey, who were exceptionally important in her life after Jerry’s passing in 2011. She was blessed a wonderfully funny and entertaining brother-in-law, Kenny Wingerter.

Nancy is survived by sons Robert and wife Linda, Kenneth Scott and wife Gloria, 6 grandchildren, Karl, Nick, Jeremy, Amber, Seth, and Justin; and 5 great-grandchildren, Gage, Tucker, Mia, Cami, and Evi; and brother-in-law Kenny and wife Karen and 2 nieces Sheri and Emily.

We love you Mom, grandma, and great-grandma. You will be greatly missed.

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Richard "Rich" L. Woollen Rich Woollen, 74, peacefully passed into eternal life June 22, 2019. He was the son of Lionel and Ada Lee (Hedrick) Woollen of Kansas City, Missouri. Rich was born in Kansas City, Missouri. He was a graduate of Southwest High School and the UMKC School of Business. He earned his CPA certificate in 1972 and practiced accounting until his retirement in 2013. He was drafted into the United States Army in 1966 and honorably discharged in 1968. Rich loved baseball and played in the 3 & 2 League until he graduated from high school. He later was the scorekeeper for his two sons while they also played 3 & 2. Rich also loved to play golf and always enjoyed a good round with his sons. He is preceded in death by his parents. He is survived by his two sons: Anthony (Krista) of Olathe and Michael (Cynthia) of Kansas City; three grandchildren: Clayton and McGuire of Kansas City and Bella Grace of Olathe. He also leaves his sister Carol Birch (Kearney, MO) and three nieces Kim (Rulo, NE), Kelly (KC, MO) and Kristie Kay (Leavenworth, KS). Richard was a member of Christ the King Catholic Church, 85 th and Wornall Road, Kansas City. Service will be at Muehlebach Funeral Care, 6800 Troost Avenue Kansas City, Missouri 64131 at 11:00 am Friday, June 28, 2019. Interment Calvary Cemetery. Condolences may be express at www.muehlebachchapel.com

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Margarette "Rita" Wristen 1944 - 2019 Rita Wristen, 75, passed away peacefully Monday, March 18, 2019. Born to Wayne and Florence Vandever in St. Louis, Missouri, on February 25, 1944, the family later moved to Kansas City, Missouri, where Rita was raised. Rita graduated from Southwest High School in 1962 and attended the University of Kansas where she earned a Bachelors of Education in 1966. While taking a summer class at Kansas City Junior College, Rita found herself seated directly in front of David Wristen who had instantly fallen in love with her. After a long-distance courtship, her at KU and he at the Missouri School of Mines in Rolla, they married on July 27, 1968, at Visitation Catholic Church, eight days after David had received his officer's commission in the Navy. The newlyweds headed to Virginia for David's first duty assignment. Rita enjoyed work as a kindergarten and first-grade teacher, first in Kansas and then in Virginia, while David was in the Navy. When David's Navy service concluded, the couple moved to Kansas, bought their first home in Fairway, and Rita became a full-time mother with the birth of their daughter, Elizabeth. The young family later moved to Leawood where they would live in the same house for the next 40 years. Shortly thereafter they welcomed a son, Christopher. A devoted mother and wife, Rita was the cookie sales coordinator for her daughter's Girl Scout troop, a Den Mother for Cub Scout Pack 3395, and the driving force behind her son achieving the rank of Eagle Scout. Having traveled across Europe at the age of 18, Rita was imbued with an appreciation for history and cross-cultural experiences. She was determined to share this value with her children and organized family vacations that took her children to Mexico, 11 European countries, and across the United States from historical sites in Boston and Colonial Williamsburg, to the Rocky Mountains in Colorado, to the beaches of San Diego and Florida. She was also a student of her own family's history as an active member of the Daughters of the American Revolution. Later in life, Rita was diagnosed with Alzheimer's Disease. Though the disease would steadily affect her memory, her loving and peaceful spirit remained vibrant and felt by all in her presence. Not spared from Alzheimer's were her father and mother, both of whom Rita had spent a decade caring for, and her sister. Rita willingly participated in one of the many drug trials through the University of Kansas for a year and a half, wishing to make whatever contribution she could to any discovery that might lead to a cure. As a final act of love, Rita participated in the KU Alzheimer's Disease Center Brain Donation Program to allow KU to culminate its years of evaluation on her with the findings from the donation. Rita is survived by her husband of 50 years, David; her daughter, Elizabeth (Craig) Wakeman, and grandchildren Luke, Emerson and Georgia; her son, Christopher (Alexandra Brinkert) Wristen; and her sister, Sylvia (Ken) Scherrer. A Mass of Christian Burial will be delayed until Friday, April 26, at Cure' of Ars Catholic Church, 94th and Mission Road, Leawood, Kansas. Visitation will begin at 9:30 a.m. with Mass following at 10:30 a.m. Because of the effects of Alzheimer's on Rita's family and the importance of the work being done at KU, the family requests that for those wishing to make a memorial donation in Rita's name that they consider doing so in lieu of flowers to: KU Endowment-Alzheimer's Disease Center (09547) and mail to : KU Endowment c/o Lindsay Hummer, mailstop 3012 3901 Rainbow Blvd. Kansas City, Kansas 66160 The family also wishes to thank the staff at SeniorCare Homes and Garden Terrace of Overland Park for their devoted and loving care of Rita. We could not have found better care and we are forever grateful.,