What Determines The Cost Of A Funeral?

What Determines The Cost Of A Funeral?

staff2 April 27, 2019

When a family member or a close friend has just passed, it may seem crass to think of financial matters—and yet, even during a season of bereavement, families must consider the monetary. You may have a funeral to plan and you may…

Thomas Stephen Gilligan, Jr.

editor April 24, 2019

Thomas Stephen Gilligan, Jr., ‘Steve’, 60, of Sarasota, FL; formerly of Lee’s Summit, MO passed away on April 9, 2019. Born in Syracuse, NY, he was the son of Thomas and Janice (Murphy) Gilligan. In addition to his parents, he is survived…

Michele “Cheli” Ohms Mosby

editor April 23, 2019

Nov. 29, 1956 ~ Apr. 19, 2019 Michele “Cheli” Ohms Mosby, 62, of Lee’s Summit, Missouri passed away April 19th surrounded by loved ones. ‘Cheli’ was born in Luling, Louisiana November 29th, 1956 to Irene Walsh and Charles Henry Ohms but was…

The History of RIP

staff2 April 19, 2019

Apr. 19, 2019 It’s one of the most commonly-used abbreviations in our culture—RIP, or rest in peace. Not only do you notice it on headstones, but you often see it employed on social media following the death of a loved one, friend,…

Elizabeth W. Schroepfer

editor April 12, 2019

Apr. 12, 2019 Elizabeth “Betty” W. (Banks) Schroepfer of Lee’s Summit, Missouri passed gently into the arms of her Heavenly Father on April 2, 2019. She was born on June 2, 1925 in Kansas City. Betty graduated from Research Medical Center School…

Russell Anderson Long

editor April 8, 2019

Apr. 5, 2019 Russell Anderson Long, a former Lee’s Summit resident, passed away Sunday, March 31, 2019 at the age of 95 in Austin, Texas. He was surrounded by his daughters and several of his grandchildren. A graveside service will be held…

JOSEPH W. KLOTZ

editor April 5, 2019

Apr. 5, 2019 Joseph William “Joe, Jay, or J.W.” Klotz, 76, of Pleasant Hill, was born, January 2, 1943, in Lone Jack, the son of Joseph W. and Opal E. (Fann) Klotz. He departed this life, Tuesday, April 2, 2019, at the…

Robert Hedberg

editor April 5, 2019

Apr. 5, 2019 Robert C. Hedberg, 82 of Lee’s Summit, MO passed away Apr. 3, 2019. Funeral services will be 10 a.m. Thursday, Apr. 11, 2019 at Langsford Funeral Home. Visitation will be Wednesday April 10 from 6 to 8 p.m. at…

Shirley L. Manley

editor March 26, 2019

Shirley L. ManleyOctober 12, 1943 – March 20, 2019 Shirley L. Manley, age 75, of Raymore, Missouri, passed away on Wednesday, March 20, 2019 surrounded by her loving family. A Visitation Service will be held from 2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. on…

Charles “Byron” Keith

editor March 6, 2019

March 6, 2019 January 12, 1931 ~ March 4, 2019 Charles “Byron” Keith, 88 years old, passed away March 4, 2019 in Lee’s Summit, Mo. Visitation will be held at Langsford Funeral Home, Thursday, March 7 from 6:30-8:30 p.m. Funeral will be…