Obituaries
Carol Leona Smith
Jan 13, 2025
On January 13th, Carol Leona Smith (Morrow) passed away at her home. She was born on April 08, 1950, and was a lifelong resident of Independence, Kansas.
Carol attended Overfield and District 40 Country Schools through 8th grade. After graduating from Independence High School, she moved to Emporia, Kansas. There, she earned her cosmetology certification and went on to pass her...
Linda Diana Musgrove
Jan 9, 2025
Linda Diana Musgrove was born May 13, 1948 in Independence, KS. She was the first child of Cleona Marilla (Reynolds) and Hollis Mont Musgrove. After graduating Independence High School in 1966, she started out working at a soda fountain. For many years she worked at the Proscript pharmacy as the friendly face behind the counter. Linda lived in Independence for...
Chadley Stephen Williams
Jan 6, 2025
Chadley Stephen Williams, beloved father, son, brother, nephew and a cherished friend, passed away on January 6, 2025, at the age of 50. Born on September 10, 1974, in Hays, Kansas, Chadley brought immense joy and laughter throughout his life. With a personality as dynamic as his many talents, he was known to many as the life of the party,...
Harvey Lee Lewis Sr.
Jan 5, 2025
Harvey Lee Lewis Sr., a cherished father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and great-great-grandfather, passed away on January 5, 2025, at Credo Senior Living Center. Born on October 18, 1933, in Lonedell, Missouri. Harvey led a life marked by devotion to family, a successful career, and a commitment to his community.
After earning a bachelor's degree at Missouri University of Science and Technology, Harvey...
Bessie Pearl Meadows
Jan 2, 2025
Bessie Pearl (Duke) Meadows of rural Elk City, Ks passed away peacefully on January 2, 2025, at Montgomery Place Independence, Ks. Born on November 29, 1954, to Royal & Pearl Duke in Independence, Ks. She married the love of her life Harold “Dean” Meadows July 1, 1973. They made their home in rural Chautauqua County; from this union they brought...
Margaret Jean Botts
Dec 26, 2024
Margaret Jean Botts, affectionately known as "Radar", passed away on December 26, 2024, at Labette Health in Parsons, Kansas. Born on October 1, 1939, in Independence, Kansas, Margaret lived a life filled with love, kindness, and deep family devotion.
Margaret would marry Larry Botts in 1957 and created great memories with their sons as they grew up surrounded by so much...
Martha Jane Wood
Dec 16, 2024
Martha Jane Wood, born on January 26, 1954, in Garnett, Kansas, peacefully departed this life on December 16, 2024, at her home with family close by.
A cherished daughter of the late James and Maxine Sutton, Martha's life was a beacon of simplicity and warmth.
Martha devoted many years of her life to her career at the Montgomery County Appraiser's Office, where...
Stanley Dean Lantz
Dec 10, 2024
Stanley Dean Lantz, 75, of Caney, died December 10, 2024, in Bartlesville, Oklahoma.
Stan was born June 16, 1949, in Independence to Earl Marion and Dorothy Jane (Wilcox) Lantz. He grew up in Independence and attended schools there and later graduated from Labette County Highschool. He enlisted in the United States Army twice, serving between 1967 and 1988, retiring as a...
Donna J. Wulf
Dec 9, 2024
Donna J. Wulf, 82, Passed away on Monday, December 9, 2024, in Independence, Kansas. Private family graveside services will be held at Mount Hope Cemetery in Independence, Kansas.
Donna was born September 21, 1942, in Coffeyville, Kansas to George Grant and Goldie Ora (Burris) Powell. She attended and graduated from Field Kinley High School in Coffeyville, Kansas. Following her education, she...
Judy Gail Egan
Dec 8, 2024
Judy Gail Egan, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away on December 8, 2024, in Bartlesville, Oklahoma. Born on November 22, 1953, in Texarkana, Texas, Judy lived a life rich with love, laughter, and cherished moments that will be fondly remembered by all who knew her.
Judy was a high school graduate whose enthusiasm for was evident in her...
Laurence Dwight Pollett
Dec 3, 2024
Laurence “Larry” Dwight Pollett, cherished husband, father, brother, and friend peacefully passed away on December 3, 2024, in Independence, Kansas, at the age of 77. Born on July 14, 1947, in Coffeyville, Kansas, Laurence led a life rich in service, love, and dedication to his family community. He married his first wife, Betty (Simmons) Hicks, in August of 1970 and...
Dolores Arlene Schmidt
Nov 30, 2024
Dolores Arlene Schmidt
February 17, 1931 - November 30, 2024
“My sheep hear my voice, and I know them, and they follow me. I give them eternal life, and they will never perish, and no one will snatch them out of my hand.” John 10:27-28
Dolores Schmidt passed away on Saturday, November 30, 2024, at Georgetown, TX, where she had relocated earlier in...
Althea Pearl Nelms
Nov 29, 2024
Althea Pearl Nelms, was born March 17, 1923, in Troy, Missouri, to Lawrence and Esther (Knipmeyer) Schaper. She passed away peacefully on November 29, 2024, after a life devoted to faith and service to God. She was 101 years old.
Althea attended school in Troy, Barnsdall, OK, and Elsberry, MO as well as God's Bible School in Cincinnati, OH. A woman...
Clyde Brown Cauble
Nov 28, 2024
Clyde Cauble, age 99, passed away peacefully on November 28th at Eagle Estates. Born on November 10, 1925, in Ponca City, OK, Clyde was the youngest of seven brothers born to Jason and Mirtie Cauble. He proudly served his country as an Army mechanic and went on to living a fulfilling life, centered on family, hard work, and simple pleasures.
Clyde...
Rod William Yakshaw
Nov 26, 2024
“Walking Against the Wind”
Born in Andale, KS to Adolf and Mervine Yakshaw on August 8, 1939.
Rod grew up and graduated high school from Andale, KS. After graduation Rod joined the U.S. Navy where he became a Hospital Corpsman. He was then stationed in Chelsea, MA working for a hospital.
After the Navy, Rod had many different positions varying from safety engineer...
Mildred Ernestine "Ernie" Cain
Nov 23, 2024
M. Ernestine "Ernie" Cain, age 96, of Independence, Kansas, passed away on November 23, 2024 at Labette Hospital in Parsons, Kansas.
As per her wishes, cremation has taken place and a private family burial service will be held in Chanute, Kansas at a later date. The family has suggested memorials to the First Christian Church of Independence, Kansas and contributions may...
Jimmy Dean Padley
Nov 17, 2024
On the morning of Sunday November 17th, 2024 Jimmy Dean Padley (73) went to be with the love of his life. He passed away with loved ones at his side at Labette Hospital.
Jim was born June 17th, 1951 in Independence, Kansas to his mother Mary Elizabeth Padley and father Carl LeRoy Padley. At the age of 18, Jim married his...
Floyd L. Vestal
Nov 10, 2024
Floyd Lavern Vestal made his home coming to Heaven to be with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. Lavern died at the age of 81 after a long battle with cancer.
Lavern was born on November 21, 1942, at his home in Longton, Kansas. His birth was breached. With midwives at his mother’s side, she came through the delivery with no...
Loren James Sullivan
Nov 4, 2024
Loren James ("Jim") Sullivan, born October 10, 1942 to Claron C. and Irma A. Sullivan at Independence, KS, went peacefully home to be with his Heavenly Father early Monday morning, November 4, 2024.
Loren was 82 years old. He was a lifetime resident of Independence. Attended rural one-room schoolhouse Highland Center first grade through eighth grade. Graduated from IHS in 1960....
Gayla Marie Freeman
Nov 1, 2024
It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Gayla Marie (Winkler) Freeman on November 1, 2024, in Independence, KS. Gayla Marie (Winkler) Freeman was born on January 26, 1955, in Independence, KS to Elzie and Mildred Winkler.
Gayla loved her job as a Quality Control Specialist and loved giving beautiful cuts and styles as a Cosmetologist. She was...
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