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Obituaries | July, 2008Virginia Lee Mitchell Barry | d. July 31, 2008
She was reared in Southwest Arkansas and graduated as valedictorian of her class at Nashville, Arkansas High School. She attended Ottawa University, Ottawa, Kansas and graduated, cum laude from the University of Arkansas, Fayetteville, Arkansas with a degree in vocational home economics education. Following graduation from the university she joined the home economics faculty as director of the department’s preschool. She taught at Raytown Junior High School, and the adult and community education departments of Raytown, Independence, and Blue Springs. She served as dietitian for the Blue Springs School District from 1979-1981. She was a member of the Chapter KN, P.E.O. Sisterhood and had actively served the state organization in several capacities: Missouri State Chapter president, vice chairman of the 1981 International Convention held in Kansas City, and Kansas City Reciprocity chairman. An active genealogist, her memberships included DAR, Colonial Dames of the XVII Century, Desc. Of the Ancient & Honorable Artillery of Massachusetts, Daughters of Founders & Patriots of America, United States Daughters of 1812, serving as president of most of those organizations. Her professional memberships include: Phi Upsilon Omicron, home economics honorary fraternity; Gamma Sigma Delta, agriculture & home economics honorary fraternity; Home Economists in Home & Community, Kansas City chapter past president and Missouri State Chairman. She was a member of the Blue Springs First United Methodist Church. Visitation will be held from 10-11 am Wednesday August 6, 2008 at the First United Methodist Church Blue Springs at 301 S.W. Woods Chapel Road Blue Springs, Missouri. Memorial Service will follow at 11 am at the church. In lieu of flowers, please send donations to either Missouri P.E.O. Outreach Fund, c/o Kathy Buckley, 6511 W. 132nd Street, Shawnee Mission, Kansas 66209, or Nashville High School class of 1953 Scholarship Fund, c/o Dana Newburg, Nashville Public Schools 524 N. 4th Street, Nashville, Arkansas 71852. Leon Donald Burkhalter | d. July 30, 2008 Leon Donald Burkhalter, 82, Blue Springs, Missouri passed away July 30, 2008 at his residence. Visitation will be held 9-10 am Monday August 4, 2008 at Meyers Funeral Chapel 1600 West Main Blue Springs, Missouri 64015 816-229-3276 Service will follow at 10 am at the chapel. Burial will be at Memorial Gardens in Sedalia, Missouri following the service. Memorial Contributions may be made to Grace Hospice, the Salvation Army, and United Church of Christ P.O. Box 116 Florence, MO 65329. Leon was born to August and Clara (Kirchoff) Burkhalter on October 13, 1925 in McGerk, Missouri. He loved to farm, hunt, and fish. He farmed for himself for many years and then worked for Adams Dairy. He then owned the DX station on 7 Hwy. He retired from MODOT. He was a member of VFW 6603 and American Legion #499. Leon was also a member of the Church of Christ in Florence, MO. He was preceded in death by his parents, a sister Lucille Smith and a brother Victor Burkhalter. Survivors include: Wife of 59 years Angeline May Burkhalter of the home. Leon was a loving husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend. He will be sadly missed by all who knew him. Rona Faye Schiefelbein | d. July 30, 2008 Rona Faye Schiefelbein, 67, of Independence, Missouri passed away on July 30, 2008 at North Kansas City Hospital. Visitation will be held from 10-11:30 am on Saturday, August 2, 2008 at Timothy Lutheran Church. A Celebration of Life service will be held at 11:30 am. Memorial contributions in honor of Rona may be made to Kansas City Lutheran High School (12411 Wornall Road Kansas City, MO 64145). Rona was born on October 7, 1940 in Princeton, Wisconsin to Amil E. and Elva (Radtke) Walters. She was united in marriage to Ray Schiefelbein on August 14, 1960. She received her Masters of Education from the University of Illinois Edwardsville. Rona was an English teacher for over 30 years at various schools including Omoro High School in Wisconsin, Metro East Lutheran High School in Edwardsville, Illinois, Messiah Lutheran Elementary School in Independence, MO, and eventually retiring from Kansas City Lutheran High School in 2005. After retirement, she loved spending time with her husband and doing crossword puzzles and reading novels. Rona touched many lives through her teaching and was very respected among her fellow teachers and students. Rona was dedicated to her teaching and very committed to her students. She was preceded in death by her parents and sister, Nancy. Rona is survived by her: Patti Marie Dodgen | d. July 29, 2008 Patti Marie Dodgen, 48, Raytown, passed away Tuesday July 29, 2008, at St. Joseph Hospital. Patti was born Jan 6,1960, to Marvin and Rose Marie Paul in Independence. She was a graduate of Truman High School. Patti attended Nursing School in which she earned a degree and later worked at hospitals and Nursing Homes. She was preceded in death by her father Marvin Paul, and her mother Rose Marie Paul. Patti lived most of her adult life in Independence and moved to Raytown in 2004. Her survivors include her children Richelle Rose Ann Marie, and Thomas Paul Anthony Taft Dodgen; her grandaughter Allie Grace, her brother and sister in-law, Marvin and Brenda Paul, all of the home; Step brothers and sister in-laws of Iowa; Special Aunts and Uncle Lucille Wiloughby, Martha McNeely, Dorothy and Don Waddell all from Independence. Services will be held at Meyers Funeral Home , Blues Springs on Tuesday Aug 5th from 2-4pm. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Meyers Funeral Home to help defray funeral expenses. John A. Maddox, Jr. | d. July 29, 2008 John A. Maddox, Jr. “Tony”, 85, of Blue Springs, MO passed away on July 29, 2008 at St. Mary’s Medical Center. Visitation will be held from 5-7 pm on Friday, August 1, 2008 at Meyers Funeral Chapel. Funeral Mass will be held at 10 am on Saturday, August 2, 2008 at St. Robert Bellarmine Church. Interment will follow at Mount Washington Cemetery in Independence, MO. Memorial contributions may be made to the City Union Mission. Tony was born on November 16, 1922 in Washington, D.C. to John W. and Frances (Birch) Maddox. He earned the rank of First Lt. in the Army and served his country during World War II in Europe. Tony was in France before the invasion and received many honorable decorations from France for his service behind enemy lines as a Cartographer. He was a member of the American Legion Post #499 and St. Robert Bellarmine Church. Tony also received the honor of becoming a Grand Knight in the Knights of Columbus. He was preceded in death by his parents, wife, Olive “Nancy” Maddox, brother, Edmund Maddox, and sister, Louise Harnsbenger. Tony is survived by his: Grandchildren: John & Sonya Maddox of Pevely, MO; Michael & Kara Maddox of Lincoln, NE, Amy Maddox of Tuttle, OK, Annette & Kevin Nierman of Lee’s Summit, MO, John Jr. & Angela Candiano of Lee’s Summit, MO, Christiana & Nate Vander Hamm of Olathe, KS. Deborah Leahanne Nelson | d. July 29, 2008 Deborah Leahanne Nelson, infant daughter of Duane C. and Tabatha L. (Jackson) Nelson passed away on July 29, 2008 at Centerpoint Medical Center. Visitation will be held from 6:30 – 7:00 pm on Thursday, July 31, 2008 at Lighthouse Baptist Church in Independence, MO with a memorial services at 7 pm. Graveside services will be held at 10:00 am on Friday, August 1, 2008 at Blue Springs Cemetery in Blue Springs, MO. Deborah is survived by her: Mothers Family: Fathers Family: A special thanks to family and friends for support and prayer along this journey. Susan E. Mead | d. July 29, 2008 Susan E. Mead, 46, Harrisonville, MO. passed away at St. Mary’s Medical Center July 29, 2008 No services are planned at this time. Survivors: Husband of the home-David Mead and Son Josiah Mead of Harrisonville, MO. Gerald Wayne Arnold | d. July 27, 2008 Gerald Wayne Arnold, 58, passed away July 27, 2008 at the VA Hospital. Visitation will be held Thursday July 31, 2008 from 12 noon – 1 pm at Meyers Funeral Chapel (1600 West Main Street Blue Springs, Missouri 64015 816-229-3276). Memorial services will follow at 1 pm. Inurnment will be at Missouri Veterans Cemetery in Higginsville, MO. Memorial contributions may be made to charity of choice. Gerald was born November 8, 1949 in Independence, Missouri to Thomas and Doris (Johnson) Arnold. He graduated in 1968 from Blue Springs High School and entered the Army. He was a Safety Tech for a roofing company. Gerald was a Christian by faith and loved sports. He was a big Chiefs and Royals fan. He was preceded in death by his father, Thomas Arnold. Survivors include his: Delmar C. Altis | d. July 23, 2008 Delmar C. Altis, 76, of Independence, Missouri passed away on July 23, 2008 at St. Mary’s Manor. Visitation will be held from 9-10 am on Monday, July 28, 2008 at Meyers Funeral Chapel with funeral services at 10 am. Burial will follow at Blue Springs Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association. Delmar was born on December 15, 1931 in Mission, KS to Dock and Helen (Dawson) Altis. He served his country in Japan from 1952-1594, and was honorably discharged. Full military honors will be given at his burial. He was employed in the Dental Lab Industry for many years, obtaining the position of Manager. Delmar loved jazz and blues, gardening and fishing. He endured a lot of hardships and heart-break, but cherished every moment he spent with his children and grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, four brothers, and sons, Steven and Kenny. Delmar is survived by his:
Charles Ray Douglas was born in 1932 in Springfield, Missouri to Vivian Cantrell and Raymond Clyde Douglas; Charles went home to our Lord in the late afternoon of Saturday, July 19, 2008. He had bravely battled a slow growing cancer for several years before succumbing to the disease. He passed peacefully with his family at his bedside at the home. Charles had just recently relocated to South Kansas City with his beloved wife, Gloria. Gloria passed on shortly thereafter, leaving Charles alone after many nearly 54 years of marriage. After losing his mother at an early age, Charles understood the importance of family and lived his life with integrity and love for those with whom he interacted. A lifelong resident of Kansas City, Charles attended Westport High School, where he met and courted his beautiful bride. Charles then volunteered to join the Navy during the Korean War, and after serving his active duty, continued in the Reserves for 20 years. Thanks to his 40 years with Trans World Airlines and Saudia Airlines, Gloria and Charles traveled extensively, making friends from Abu Dhabi to Great Britain and everywhere in between. He also was proud of his three children, and their families. Dad was always there to lend advice and offer support. In his later years, one of his favorite activities was visiting his daughter, Kim, at her home in Northern Australia. Many winters were spent basking in the sun, and taunting those of us “yanks” left behind “up north”. Dad taught us to always tell the truth, to do it right or not at all, and to respect those who have gone before you. He is survived by his children, Kim Harris [Douglas] and her husband Robert, and their sons, Robert and Tyler, of Queensland, Australia; Ken Douglas and his wife Carol, of Kansas City, and their sons, Ryan, Jason, Justin, Jeremy, Travis and their families; Barry Douglas and his wife Teri, and their children, Sara, Lindsay, and Jacob. Charles also left behind his brother, Larry Douglas and his wife Anita, of Kansas City, KS. Dad will be laid to rest at Fort Leavenworth’s National Cemetery next to his beautiful bride at a date and time yet to be determined. In lieu of flowers, Charles asked for donations to be made to the KANSAS CITY HOSPICE CARE fund. Anna Katherine Ernst Hoehn | d. July 19, 2008 Born in Limon, CO on October 17, 1923 on the Porter-Thompson Ranch where her father was foreman. Anna Kay passed away on July 19, 2008. She and her parents moved to Kansas City where she attended Blenheim, Southwest High School and was a graduate of Sarachon Hooley Business School. She went to work in August of 1947 for Trans World Airlines and retired in 1987. She then pursued a career in Real Estate with Prudential Gaslight Realtors. She and her husband Paul were longtime caretakers of the Lake Lotawana Memorial Rose Garden. She also served as Lake Lotawana Community Club Secretary. She was past president of the Kansas City Metro Women’s Council of Realtors. She was a long time member of American Business Women’s Association where she belonged to the Spring Bonnet’s Chapter having served as President, Committee Chair, and Historian. She was a member of the Kansas City Area Council and New Member Prospects Chair plus a Diamond Inner Circle member. She was recently honored by the KCAC of ABWA for her many years of service. She also was an Elkette at Elks Lodge #2509 and served as Secretary, Audit Chair, and Needy Families Christmas. She was a member of the TWA Heart of America Seniors and National Seniors Clubs. She enjoyed helping at the Christian Women’s Fellowship at Blue Springs Christian Church and was a member of the Peace Maker’s Quilt Club. Anna Kay was a loving and generous person who loved her family and looked forward to their visits. She spent the last five years planning Girls Weekend trips for family and friends. She loved music, good jokes, and until her hip replacement, she never missed an opportunity to dance. She was well known for her peanut butter pies and loved to cook and can from Paul’s garden. She also enjoyed doing crafts and flower arranging. She was preceded in death by her parents, William J. and Annie V. Ernst. Services will be held at 10:00 am at the First Christian Church of Blue Springs( 701 NW 15th Street) on Tuesday, July 22, 2008. Friends may call between 5-7 on Monday, July 21, 2008 at the church. Contributions may be made to ABWA Scholarship Fund, Lake Lotawana Memorial Rose Garden or First Christian Church of Blue Springs. Wilhelmina Fecher | d. July 19, 2008 Wilhelmina Fecher, 79, of Carrollton, MO passed away on July 19, 2008 at North Kansas City Hospital. Graveside services will be held on Tuesday, July 22, 2008 at 3:00 pm at St. Mary’s Catholic Cemetery in Carrollton, MO. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Children’s Mercy Hospital. Wilhelmina was born on January 10, 1929 in Carroll County, Missouri to Sim and Hattie (Goshen) Elliott. She graduated from Carrollton High School in 1947 and was united in marriage to Gerald Fecher on November 1, 1947. Wilhelmina retired as an assembler from Fuller Marketing in 1995. She was a member of St. Mary’s Catholic Church. She was preceded in death by her parents, 3 brothers, and 2 sisters. Dana Michelle West | d. July 18, 2008 Dana Michelle West, 42, Blue Springs, Missouri passed away July 18, 2008 at Centerpoint Medical Center. Visitation will be held 9-10:30 am Wednesday July 23, 2008 at Meyers Funeral Chapel 1600 West Main Blue Springs, MO. 64015 816-229-3276. Service will follow at the chapel at 10:30 am with burial at Blue Springs Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the family for the children’s education fund. Dana was born to Buddy L. and Mary E. LeCrone on March 17, 1966 in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. Dana is survived by her husband, of fourteen years George A. West of Blue Springs, MO. Dana will live on in the hearts of George and their four beautiful children, Ryan Walker West, Alex Michael West, and twin daughters Emily Michelle West and Erin Olivia West of the home. Dana is survived by her parents, Mary E. LeCrone of Blue Springs, MO, Buddy LeCrone, M.D. of Shawnee, Oklahoma. Dana is also survived by her maternal grandmother, Goldie McClellan of Texline, Texas, as well as many aunts, uncles, and cousins. Dana is survived by her family of marriage, Satako Gist of Fairfield, CA, Donald West and Harry Gist of Fairfield, CA and Paulette Rice of Philadelphia, PA. Dana was preceded in death by her maternal grandfather, Walker McClellan and paternal grandparents, Emory and Olivia Beryl LeCrone, and by her maternal uncle, David McClellan and paternal uncle, Rev. Ted LeCrone. Dana grew up in Del City, Oklahoma and was a graduate of Del City High School in 1983. Dana attended Oklahoma State University and was an avid Cowboy fan. She was a graduate of the University Of Oklahoma College Of Nursing in 1989 and was licensed as a Registered Nurse in the states of Oklahoma, California, and Missouri. Dana was employed at Centerpoint Medical Center at the time of her death. Dana enjoyed the love of family and friends and had a special love for her pets and animals. She loved to read mystery novels and watch football. Dana loved to travel and enjoyed time with her husband George and their four children. Dana leaves behind many who loved her and will miss her but she knew that part of God’s promise is to reunite us all in heaven. Charlene Anne Seydlitz | d. July 12, 2008 Charlene Anne Seydlitz, 66, of Blue Springs, MO, passed away on July 12, 2008 at St. Mary’s Medical Center. Visitation will be held from 1-2 pm on Wednesday, July 16, 2008 at First United Methodist Church of Blue Springs with memorial services at 2:00 pm. Burial will be held Thursday, July 17, 2008 at Oak Haven Memorial Gardens in Hermann, MO. Memorial contributions may be made to the First United Methodist Church, in the memo portion, please designate “Music Fund”. Charlene was born on May 25, 1942 in Chicago, Illinois to Irwin and Lillian (Jaros) Bornmann. She was the owner and operator of a vacation resort for many years in Midway, Arkansas. Charlene had attended secretarial school and had also worked as a secretary/receptionist for many car dealerships in the Kansas City area. Most recently, she was a cashier at Wal-Mart. On December 7, 2005, she was united in marriage to R. Brian Seydlitz at First United Methodist Church, where she held her membership. Charlene loved reading mystery novels, crocheting, sewing, and gardening, but most of all she loved spending time with her grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents and sister, Rhoanna Bornmann. Charlene is survived by her:
Nellie M. Roberts “Sweetie Pie” , 91, Blue Springs, Missouri passed away July 9, 2008 at her home. Visitation will be held 9:30 am-11 am Friday July 11, 2008 at St. John Lalande Catholic Church. Rosary will be said at 10:30 am at the church. Funeral Mass will follow at 11 am at the church. Burial will be in Mt. Olivet Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to Kansas City Hospice 9221 Ward Parkway Suite 100 Kansas City, Missouri 64114. Nellie was born December 24, 1916 in Neosho, Missouri. She married Lee W. Roberts on March 8, 1939. He preceded her in death on June 10, 2001. She had been a long time Kansas City area resident and more recently of Blue Springs. She had been an employee of Woolf Brothers until her retirement. She was a member of St John Lalande Catholic church of Blue Springs and of the Elks Lodge of Kansas City. She was also preceded in death by two sons Fred L. Roberts and William J. Roberts, 3 sisters and 2 brothers. Survivors include: 11 Great Grandchildren: Jacob “Jake” J. Greco II, Erica R. Greco, Ryan L. Greco, Luke M. Greco, Vance M. Whitten, Jenna L. Whitten, William Roberts, Kaitlin Roberts, Julianna Roberts, Ashlea Wiese, Courtney Wiese 2 Great-Great Grandchildren: Anthony M. Greco and Logan H. Greco A host of nieces and nephews. Shirley Mae Rucker | d. July 7, 2008 Shirley Mae Rucker, 67, of Denise Lynn Gast | d. July 3, 2008 Denise Lynn Gast, 59, of Oak Grove, Missouri passed away on July 3, 2008. Visitation will be from 10 am – 12 noon on Tuesday, July 8, 2008 at Meyers Funeral Chapel. Funeral services will be held at 12 noon on Tuesday. Burial will follow at Grain Valley Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made care of Meyers Funeral Chapel. Denise was born on May 3, 1949 in Yakima, WA to Adrien A. and Zelma M. Goodwin. She was united in marriage to Thomas Dean Gast on October 14, 1966. She worked as a Certified Public Accountant at the South Office for H&R Block for 17 years. She was Baptist by faith. She was preceded in death by 4 brothers and 2 sisters. Denise is survived by her:
Wesley Arthur Savage, 71, of Blue Springs, MO passed away on July 2, 2008 at St. Mary’s Medical Center. Visitation will be held from 12 noon – 2 pm on Saturday, July 5, 2008 at First United Methodist Church in Blue Springs with funeral services to follow at 2 pm. Memorial contributions may be made to the First United Methodist Church Building Fund. Wesley was born on May 25, 1937 in Decatur, Illinois to Richard and Irma (Chastain) Savage, who preceded him in death. He graduated from high school in Decatur, IL and received his bachelor’s degree from the University of Missouri in Rolla. Later, he earned his MBA from Butler University in Indianapolis, IN. He was a Registered Professional Engineer and had been the Director of the Center for Technology and Small Business Development at the University of Central Missouri for over 15 years. He was a member of the First United Methodist Church along with his wife, Katherine (Roemer). Over many years, Wesley had worked with various small businesses in entrepreneurial adventures in the Kansas City Area, including the Kauffman Foundation. He enjoyed spending time fly fishing, golfing, but most of all playing with his grandchildren. Wesley was loved and cherished much by his friends and family. Wesley is survived by his: Paul Michael Sledge | d. July 1, 2008 Paul Michael Sledge, 56, of Blue Springs, MO, formally of Oakland, CA, passed away on July 1, 2008. Memorial services will be held on Saturday, July 5, 2008 at 9:30 am at the Gazebo at Rotary Park in Blue Springs, MO. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Heart Association. Linda Sue Balke | d. July 1, 2008 Linda Sue Balke, 54, of Grain Valley, MO passed away on July 1, 2008 at St. Mary’s Medical Center. No services. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Lupus Foundation.
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Virginia Lee Mitchell Barry, 73, Blue Springs, MO passed away July 31, 2008 at her home. She was born May 28, 1935 in Ottawa, Kansas to P.H. and Eleanor (Smith) Mitchell. She is survived by her husband of 53 years, Jackson E. Barry of the home; sons Jack Barry, Jr. and wife Deb, Dearborn, Michigan, and Roger Barry and wife Julie, Dallas, Texas and grandchildren Chase, Jason, Kayla, Madison, and Taylor and exchange daughter, Elsa Alston-Beale, Smeeth, England.
Charles Ray Douglas | d. July 19, 2008
Nellie M. Roberts | d. July 9, 2008
Wesley Arthur Savage | d. July 2, 2008