William James "Jim" Wheeling
Aug 30, 2023
Jim Wheeling, 83, of Kansas City, MO passed away August 30, 2023. Visitation will be at 10:00 am on Wednesday, September 6th followed by Mass at 11:00am at Our Lady of the Presentation Catholic Church, 130 NW Murray Rd., Lee’s Summit, Missouri 64081.
Jim was born November 9th, 1939 in Cleveland Ohio son of Donald and Helen Wheeling. After serving...
Dr. Bernard "Bernie" Stephen Effertz
Aug 28, 2023
Dr. Bernard Stephen Effertz, 61, of Kansas City, MO, peacefully left this earth on August. 28, 2023.
Bernie is survived by his mother, Julie Laughlin Effertz; father, John Effertz (Julie); sisters, Joanne Schroer (Joe), Mimi Sedlacek (Al), Tricia McCullough (Todd); brothers Eric Effertz (Marie) and Wes Grammer (Jen) and his nieces and nephews.
Bernie was an aficionado of fine things. ...
Rosalie Lillian Hylton
Aug 24, 2023
ROSALIE HYLTON
Rosalie L. Hylton, age 81, passed August 24, 2023. Rosalie was a lifelong resident of Kansas City, Missouri. She was a huge fan of the Kansas City Chiefs. In her senior years, she enjoyed going to the Don Bosco Senior Center in Kansas City, Missouri. Prior to retirement, Rosalie was employed in the healthcare industry.
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Bishop Emeritus Hubert J. Hart
Aug 23, 2023
Roman Catholic Bishop Emeritus Hubert Joseph Hart died August 23, 2023, at Davis Hospice Center in Cheyenne. He was 91 years old. Bishop Hart, was born on Sept. 26, 1931 to his parents, Hubert H. Hart and Kathryn Rose Muser Hart, in Kansas City, Missouri where he attended St. Peter's Grade School, Bishop Hogan High School, and Rockhurst College.
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Monica Kathleen Liston Rutherford
Aug 22, 2023
Monica (Liston) Rutherford
1964-2023
Monica Kathleen Rutherford Passed away on August 22nd, 2023, at the age of 58 in Kansas City, Missouri. She was born on November 30th, 1964, in Fort Dix, New Jersey.
Monica was a passionate advocate against racism, violence, and all forms of injustice. She used her voice to uplift and empower those around her. Monica...
Larry Franklin Parsons
Aug 14, 2023
Larry Franklin Parsons
Born: December 9, 1947
Departed: August 14, 2023
Larry, our beloved brother, uncle, and friend left us forever to be with our Lord and reunite with loved ones beyond.
Larry was an avid and loyal fan of the KC Chiefs and Royals and tried to never miss a game. He knew the current team roster...
Sterling Daniel Haning
Aug 14, 2023
A live stream will begin when the Service starts around 11:00 am CST on Saturday, August 19, 2023. To view, please click on the blue "Click to watch" link under the "Service Schedule" section, or visit the following link: https://www.facebook.com/MuehlebachFuneralCare
Sterling Daniel “Dan” Haning, 74, of Kansas City, MO, passed away August 14, 2023.
Sterling was born to Jewel (Hemphill)...
Fred D. Farris
Aug 2, 2023
Fred lived a long and good life.
A memorial service celebrating his memory will be at John Knox Presbyterian Kirk Church, 11430 Wornall Rd., Kansas City, MO on Thursday, August 10, 2023. Visitation starting at Noon with the celebration at 1pm. A reception will follow the celebration.
Fred lived for 100 years believing in the power of faith, thankful for...
Valerie Margaret Roach
Aug 1, 2023
A live stream will begin when Mass starts around 10:00 am CST on Tuesday, August 8, 2023. To view, please click on the blue "Click to watch" link under the "Service Schedule" section, or visit the following link: https://youtube.com/@visitationtv
It is with immense sadness that we announce the passing of Valerie Margaret Roach, age 62, (Kansas City, MO), on August...
Catherine Joan Ward
Jul 30, 2023
A live stream will begin when the Eulogy starts around 10:50 am CST on Thursday, August 10, 2023. To view, please click on the blue "Click to watch" link under the "Service Schedule" section, or visit the following link: https://www.facebook.com/MuehlebachFuneralCare
Catherine Joan (Gannon) Ward, known as Joan Ward, 85, of Kansas City, Missouri, and most recently...
Mary Agnes Alderman
Jul 25, 2023
Mary Agnes Alderman, 94, died peacefully, surrounded by family, on July 25, 2023, at Kansas City Hospice House. She was born on December 28, 1928, in Birmingham, Al., the first-born child of George T. Dunlap, Jr. and Isabel McGinn Dunlap. She spent the bulk of her childhood in Springfield, Mo., and was graduated from Saint de Chantal Academy of the...
Barbara J. Morrow
Jul 25, 2023
Barbara J. Morrow (“Barbie” as she preferred), 76, formerly of Aledo, IL, passed away peacefully in the early morning on July 25, 2023, at the Kansas City Hospice House in Kansas City, MO. 
Barbie was born November 22, 1946, in Rock Island, IL, to Harry “Zeke” Wayne and Barbara E. (Greer) Sawin. She graduated from Aledo High School...
Ron Slowinski
Jul 23, 2023
A Memorial Service will be held on November 4, 2023 from 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm at Suzie Aaron's loft, 122 Southwest Blvd., 2nd Floor. RSVP to: rachelslowinski@hotmail.com
Ronald “Ron” Slowinski died on Sunday, July 23, 2023; he was ninety-one. Throughout the final weeks of his life, he inspired his family and friends with his presence, humor, and dignity.
For...
Dorothy Elizabeth Saller
Jul 22, 2023
Dorothy Elizabeth Saller, 64, passed away unexpectedly due to heart failure on Saturday, July 22, 2023, at Providence Medical Center.
Dorothy was born to Arthea North Saller and George E. Saller on February 15, 1959, in Kansas City MO. She graduated from Shawnee Mission South High School, and after studying nursing and childcare, worked for many years as a licensed...
Nathan John Brinkle II
Jul 22, 2023
Nathan “Nate” John Brinkle, II, 18, of Jupiter, FL passed away July 22, 2023. Visitation will be at 9:30 a.m. Monday, July 31 followed by Mass at 10:30 a.m. at St. Thomas More Church, 11822 Holmes Rd, Kansas City, MO 64131. Inurnment will be private. A Celebration of Life will also be held in Florida in the coming weeks. Memorial contributions...
William R. Hornbeck Jr.
Jul 20, 2023
William R. Hornbeck, Jr. was born August 20, 1936 at Lakeside Hospital in KCMO, during the hottest summer on record in KC! Dad proudly lived his entire life in KC, never considering moving anywhere else, though he had job offers to do that! He was a parishioner of St. Elizabeth’s School in KCMO and attended the school K- 8. Bill...
Anna Lou Ritz
Jul 20, 2023
Anna Lou Ritz, died at home on July 20, 2023 at the age of 97. She was preceded in death by her husband, David and her son, Tim. She is survived by her children, Mary Cecena (Richard), Katy Ritz-Beck (Rick), John Ritz (Kathy), Teresa Mignolio (Vic), Jim Ritz (Cat) and her daughter-in-law, Jeanne Harris Ritz. She will be fondly...
Maurice Charles "Bud" Carey
Jul 19, 2023
Maurice Charles Carey, 83, passed away Wednesday, July 19, 2023, at his home in Kansas City. He was the son of Neil and Jane Dougherty Carey.
Maurice was a graduate of Rockhurst High School and Rockhurst College, graduating in 1961 with a degree in Industrial Relations. Following college, he served in the Navy and subsequently pursued a career in...
Rosie B. Tezon
Jul 17, 2023
Rosie B. Tezon, 90, passed away on her birthday anniversary on Monday, July 17, 2023, at St. Joseph Medical Center in Kansas City, MO. She had been a resident of Carondelet Manor (now Ignite Medical Resort) since 2015.
Rosie was an employee of KU Medical Center for several years in the housekeeping department. She had two biological children that she...
Diane Hanson
Jul 17, 2023
Diane Hanson, 89, of Overland Park, KS passed away July 17, 2023, surrounded by her family and nursing staff. Mass of Christian Burial will be at 3:00 pm on Friday, July 21 at Cure of Ars, 9401 Mission Road, Leawood, KS, 66206. Interment will follow Mass at Mt. Calvary Cemetery, 6901 Troost Ave., Kansas City, MO 64131-1510.
Diane was born...
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William James "Jim" Wheeling
Aug 30, 2023
Jim Wheeling, 83, of Kansas City, MO passed away August 30, 2023. Visitation will be at 10:00 am on Wednesday, September 6th followed by Mass at 11:00am at Our Lady of the Presentation Catholic Church, 130 NW Murray Rd., Lee’s Summit, Missouri 64081.
Jim was born November 9th, 1939 in Cleveland Ohio son of Donald and Helen Wheeling. After serving...
Dr. Bernard "Bernie" Stephen Effertz
Aug 28, 2023
Dr. Bernard Stephen Effertz, 61, of Kansas City, MO, peacefully left this earth on August. 28, 2023.
Bernie is survived by his mother, Julie Laughlin Effertz; father, John Effertz (Julie); sisters, Joanne Schroer (Joe), Mimi Sedlacek (Al), Tricia McCullough (Todd); brothers Eric Effertz (Marie) and Wes Grammer (Jen) and his nieces and nephews.
Bernie was an aficionado of fine things. ...
Rosalie Lillian Hylton
Aug 24, 2023
ROSALIE HYLTON
Rosalie L. Hylton, age 81, passed August 24, 2023. Rosalie was a lifelong resident of Kansas City, Missouri. She was a huge fan of the Kansas City Chiefs. In her senior years, she enjoyed going to the Don Bosco Senior Center in Kansas City, Missouri. Prior to retirement, Rosalie was employed in the healthcare industry.
...
Bishop Emeritus Hubert J. Hart
Aug 23, 2023
Roman Catholic Bishop Emeritus Hubert Joseph Hart died August 23, 2023, at Davis Hospice Center in Cheyenne. He was 91 years old. Bishop Hart, was born on Sept. 26, 1931 to his parents, Hubert H. Hart and Kathryn Rose Muser Hart, in Kansas City, Missouri where he attended St. Peter's Grade School, Bishop Hogan High School, and Rockhurst College.
...
Monica Kathleen Liston Rutherford
Aug 22, 2023
Monica (Liston) Rutherford
1964-2023
Monica Kathleen Rutherford Passed away on August 22nd, 2023, at the age of 58 in Kansas City, Missouri. She was born on November 30th, 1964, in Fort Dix, New Jersey.
Monica was a passionate advocate against racism, violence, and all forms of injustice. She used her voice to uplift and empower those around her. Monica...
Larry Franklin Parsons
Aug 14, 2023
Larry Franklin Parsons
Born: December 9, 1947
Departed: August 14, 2023
Larry, our beloved brother, uncle, and friend left us forever to be with our Lord and reunite with loved ones beyond.
Larry was an avid and loyal fan of the KC Chiefs and Royals and tried to never miss a game. He knew the current team roster...
Sterling Daniel Haning
Aug 14, 2023
A live stream will begin when the Service starts around 11:00 am CST on Saturday, August 19, 2023. To view, please click on the blue "Click to watch" link under the "Service Schedule" section, or visit the following link: https://www.facebook.com/MuehlebachFuneralCare
Sterling Daniel “Dan” Haning, 74, of Kansas City, MO, passed away August 14, 2023.
Sterling was born to Jewel (Hemphill)...
Fred D. Farris
Aug 2, 2023
Fred lived a long and good life.
A memorial service celebrating his memory will be at John Knox Presbyterian Kirk Church, 11430 Wornall Rd., Kansas City, MO on Thursday, August 10, 2023. Visitation starting at Noon with the celebration at 1pm. A reception will follow the celebration.
Fred lived for 100 years believing in the power of faith, thankful for...
Valerie Margaret Roach
Aug 1, 2023
A live stream will begin when Mass starts around 10:00 am CST on Tuesday, August 8, 2023. To view, please click on the blue "Click to watch" link under the "Service Schedule" section, or visit the following link: https://youtube.com/@visitationtv
It is with immense sadness that we announce the passing of Valerie Margaret Roach, age 62, (Kansas City, MO), on August...
Catherine Joan Ward
Jul 30, 2023
A live stream will begin when the Eulogy starts around 10:50 am CST on Thursday, August 10, 2023. To view, please click on the blue "Click to watch" link under the "Service Schedule" section, or visit the following link: https://www.facebook.com/MuehlebachFuneralCare
Catherine Joan (Gannon) Ward, known as Joan Ward, 85, of Kansas City, Missouri, and most recently...
Mary Agnes Alderman
Jul 25, 2023
Mary Agnes Alderman, 94, died peacefully, surrounded by family, on July 25, 2023, at Kansas City Hospice House. She was born on December 28, 1928, in Birmingham, Al., the first-born child of George T. Dunlap, Jr. and Isabel McGinn Dunlap. She spent the bulk of her childhood in Springfield, Mo., and was graduated from Saint de Chantal Academy of the...
Barbara J. Morrow
Jul 25, 2023
Barbara J. Morrow (“Barbie” as she preferred), 76, formerly of Aledo, IL, passed away peacefully in the early morning on July 25, 2023, at the Kansas City Hospice House in Kansas City, MO. 
Barbie was born November 22, 1946, in Rock Island, IL, to Harry “Zeke” Wayne and Barbara E. (Greer) Sawin. She graduated from Aledo High School...
Ron Slowinski
Jul 23, 2023
A Memorial Service will be held on November 4, 2023 from 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm at Suzie Aaron's loft, 122 Southwest Blvd., 2nd Floor. RSVP to: rachelslowinski@hotmail.com
Ronald “Ron” Slowinski died on Sunday, July 23, 2023; he was ninety-one. Throughout the final weeks of his life, he inspired his family and friends with his presence, humor, and dignity.
For...
Dorothy Elizabeth Saller
Jul 22, 2023
Dorothy Elizabeth Saller, 64, passed away unexpectedly due to heart failure on Saturday, July 22, 2023, at Providence Medical Center.
Dorothy was born to Arthea North Saller and George E. Saller on February 15, 1959, in Kansas City MO. She graduated from Shawnee Mission South High School, and after studying nursing and childcare, worked for many years as a licensed...
Nathan John Brinkle II
Jul 22, 2023
Nathan “Nate” John Brinkle, II, 18, of Jupiter, FL passed away July 22, 2023. Visitation will be at 9:30 a.m. Monday, July 31 followed by Mass at 10:30 a.m. at St. Thomas More Church, 11822 Holmes Rd, Kansas City, MO 64131. Inurnment will be private. A Celebration of Life will also be held in Florida in the coming weeks. Memorial contributions...
William R. Hornbeck Jr.
Jul 20, 2023
William R. Hornbeck, Jr. was born August 20, 1936 at Lakeside Hospital in KCMO, during the hottest summer on record in KC! Dad proudly lived his entire life in KC, never considering moving anywhere else, though he had job offers to do that! He was a parishioner of St. Elizabeth’s School in KCMO and attended the school K- 8. Bill...
Anna Lou Ritz
Jul 20, 2023
Anna Lou Ritz, died at home on July 20, 2023 at the age of 97. She was preceded in death by her husband, David and her son, Tim. She is survived by her children, Mary Cecena (Richard), Katy Ritz-Beck (Rick), John Ritz (Kathy), Teresa Mignolio (Vic), Jim Ritz (Cat) and her daughter-in-law, Jeanne Harris Ritz. She will be fondly...
Maurice Charles "Bud" Carey
Jul 19, 2023
Maurice Charles Carey, 83, passed away Wednesday, July 19, 2023, at his home in Kansas City. He was the son of Neil and Jane Dougherty Carey.
Maurice was a graduate of Rockhurst High School and Rockhurst College, graduating in 1961 with a degree in Industrial Relations. Following college, he served in the Navy and subsequently pursued a career in...
Rosie B. Tezon
Jul 17, 2023
Rosie B. Tezon, 90, passed away on her birthday anniversary on Monday, July 17, 2023, at St. Joseph Medical Center in Kansas City, MO. She had been a resident of Carondelet Manor (now Ignite Medical Resort) since 2015.
Rosie was an employee of KU Medical Center for several years in the housekeeping department. She had two biological children that she...
Diane Hanson
Jul 17, 2023
Diane Hanson, 89, of Overland Park, KS passed away July 17, 2023, surrounded by her family and nursing staff. Mass of Christian Burial will be at 3:00 pm on Friday, July 21 at Cure of Ars, 9401 Mission Road, Leawood, KS, 66206. Interment will follow Mass at Mt. Calvary Cemetery, 6901 Troost Ave., Kansas City, MO 64131-1510.
Diane was born...
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