Obituaries
Robert Richard Long
Jul 1, 2026
Robert “Bob” “Butch” Richard Long
Robert “Bob” “Butch” Richard Long, 74, passed away peacefully on July 1, 2026, surrounded by his family.
Bob was born on September 14, 1951, in Independence, Missouri, to Robert W. Long and Betty Rice Long. He graduated from Van Horn High School in 1969 before attending Wentworth Military Academy, where he was a member of the Honor...
Gregory Allen Jenkins
Jun 27, 2026
Gregory “Greg” Allen Jenkins, 61, of Wellington, Missouri, passed away peacefully on Saturday, June 27, 2026, at his home, surrounded by family he loved deeply.
Greg was born on December 1, 1964, in Lexington, Missouri, to Larry and Judith (Ainsworth) Jenkins. From the start, Greg had a spark, an easy smile, a competitive streak, and a way of making even ordinary...
Sharon Boers
Jun 27, 2026
Sharon (Gray) Boers, 85, of Odessa, Missouri, passed away peacefully on Saturday, June 27, 2026, surrounded by her loved ones.
Family and friends are invited to gather for visitation from 10:00 to 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday, July 8, 2026, at Ralph O. Jones Funeral Home, 306 S. 2nd St., Odessa, Missouri, 816-633-5524. A Celebration of Sharon's Life will follow at 11:00...
Frank Phillip Tandy
Jun 26, 2026
Frank Phillip “Phil” Tandy, 83, of Odessa, Missouri, passed away at home on Friday, June 26, 2026.
A graveside service will be held at 4:00 p.m., Tuesday, June 30, 2026, at Mound Grove Cemetery, 1818 N. River Blvd., Independence, Missouri. A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date. Memories of Phil and condolences for his family may be...
Evelyn Loretta Van Meter
Jun 25, 2026
Evelyn Loretta Van Meter, 91, of Odessa, Missouri passed away June 25, 2026 at Odessa Health Care Center.
Visitation will be from 10:00 to 11:00 am, Monday, June 29, 2026 at First Baptist Church, 100 Highway OO, Odessa, Missouri. A Celebration of Life will follow at 11:00 am at the church. Interment will be at Odessa Cemetery. In lieu of flowers,...
Summit Rose Haygood
Jun 21, 2026
It is with profound sadness and endless love that we announce the passing of precious baby Summit Rose Haygood, on June 21, 2026, at Western Missouri Medical Center.
A private family hosted memorial service will be held at a later date. Memories of Summit and condolences for her family may be left at www.LedfordFamilyFH.com or on our Facebook Page. Arrangements have...
Larry Dean Brown
Jun 12, 2026
Larry Dean Brown, 68 of Bates City, Missouri passed away on Friday, June 12, 2026 at Centerpoint Medical Center in Independence, MO surrounded by his loving family.
A graveside service will be held at 11:00 a.m., June 16, 2026 at Cobb Cemetery in rural Odessa, MO. Memorials are suggested to the family in care of Lorie Brown for a charity to...
Catherine "Cathy" Ann Bellis
Jun 9, 2026
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Catherine "Cathy" Ann Bellis, 65, of Mayview, Missouri a cherished wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend.
Services to honor her beautiful life will be held starting with a Rosary at 6:00 p.m. on June 16, 2026, followed by Visitation at 6:30pm-8:00pm Ralph O. Jones Funeral Home, located at 306 South...
Bonnie Jean (Jacks) Barker
Jun 8, 2026
Bonnie Jean (Jacks) Barker, 77, passed away on June 8, 2026.
Bonnie was born on March 17, 1949, in Clinton, Missouri. She often joked that she was born on St. Patrick's Day and proudly told anyone who asked that she was a "green baby." She attended Clinton schools and graduated from Clinton High School in 1967. She was born to Warren...
Lawrence "Larry" Raymond Zeller
Jun 7, 2026
Lawrence "Larry" Raymond Zeller,73, of Lexington Missouri was a beloved father, grandfather, brother, and cherished friend, passed away peacefully at his home in Lexington, Missouri, on June 7, 2026. Born on August 22, 1952, in Lexington, to Edward & Edith (Mullarkey) Zeller. Larry’s journey through life was marked by an unwavering kindness, a warm sense of humor, and a remarkable...
Timothy "Tim" Blaine Brown
Jun 7, 2026
Timothy “Tim” Blaine Brown, 62, of Lexington, Missouri a beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend, passed away on June 7, 2026, in Kansas City, Missouri. Born on January 6, 1964, in Columbia, Missouri, To Alvin and Glenda (Hickey) Brown. Tim’s life was a testament to kindness, warmth, and an unwavering commitment to family.
Visitation will be held on Friday, June...
Bernadine Ann Magruder
Jun 4, 2026
Bernadine Ann (Kaminski) Magruder, 96, of Odessa, Missouri passed away Thursday, June 4, 2026, at her residence surrounded by her loving family.
A rosary will be recited at 9:30 a.m., Tuesday, June 9, 2026, at St. George Catholic Church, 716 South 3rd St., Odessa, MO, 64076. Visitation will follow from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. at the church. A Mass of...
Karen Marie Rhodes
Jun 1, 2026
Karen Marie Rhodes, a beloved mother, devoted friend, and treasured member of her community, passed away on June 1, 2026, in Odessa, Missouri. Born on March 4, 1940, in Hawarden, Iowa, Karen lived a life marked by kindness, warmth, and an enduring love for her family and friends. Surrounded by her loving family at the time of her passing, she...
Daniel John VanBuskirk
May 31, 2026
Daniel John VanBuskirk, 73, of Maryville, MO, passed away peacefully on May 31, 2026, at Good Shepherd Care Community in Concordia, MO.
Born on May 26, 1953, in Cushing, OK, Dan was the son of the late Robert and Trellis (Combs) VanBuskirk. He graduated from Hastings Senior High School in Hastings, NE, in 1971 before earning his degree from Delta State...
Gerald Allen Coupland
May 25, 2026
Gerald Allen Coupland, 96, of Odessa, Missouri, passed away May 25, 2026, in Odessa surrounded by his loving family.
Gerald was born on March 9, 1930, near Chapel Hill, Missouri, the son of Elmo Coupland and Opal (Wolfenbarger) Coupland. He graduated from Bates City High School in 1947.
In September of 1947, he went to work at General Motors Leeds District in...
Mary Ann Smith
May 16, 2026
Mary Ann (Gladbach) Smith, 87, of Odessa, Missouri, passed away peacefully on May 16, 2026, at Centerpoint Medical Center in Independence, Missouri, surrounded by the love of her family.
A Rosary will be recited at 3:30 p.m., Thursday, May 21 ,2026 at the Ralph O. Jones Funeral Home, 306 S. 2nd St., Odessa, MO, 64076, 816-633-5524. Visitation will follow from 4:00...
James "Jim" Lee Jeffries
May 15, 2026
James "Jim" Lee Jeffries, 76, of Odessa, Missouri passed away peacefully at his home on May 15, 2026.
Born on February 10, 1950, in Kirksville, Missouri, to Paul O. Jeffries and Geneva (Davis) New. Jim lived a life rich with love, laughter, and dedication to his family and community.
Memorial Services will be held Saturday, May 30, 2026 at 2pm at the...
Beverly Sue Martinitz
May 10, 2026
Beverly Sue Martinitz, 90, of Odessa, Missouri passed away peacefully at home on May 10, 2026. Born in Levasy, MO on February 28, 1936. Beverly was the beloved daughter of Clarence and Vesta Wulfekammer. She graduated from Buckner High School in 1954.
Visitation will be held from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., Friday, May 15, 2026, at the Ralph O. Jones...
Melanie Ruth Leith
May 6, 2026
Melanie Ruth (Bartels) Leith, 58, of Belton, Missouri passed away Wednesday, May 6, 2026, at Centerpoint Medical Center surrounded by her loving family.
A visitation will take place from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m., Friday, May 15, 2026 at the Ralph O. Jones Funeral Home. 306 South Second Street Odessa, Missouri 64076. A funeral service will follow at 11:00am at the...
William Joseph Wilson, Jr.
May 4, 2026
William “Bill” Joseph Wilson, Jr., 56, of Lexington, Missouri passed away Monday, May 4, 2026, at Lafayette Regional Health Center in Lexington.
A visitation will be held from 1:00p.m. to 2:00p.m., Tuesday, May 12, 2026, at the United Methodist Church, 1211 South Business Highway 13, Lexington, Missouri. Memorial service will follow at the church. Inurnment will directly follow at Memory Gardens...
