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William “Bill” Reynolds, 80, of Peculiar, MO, passed away on May 15, 2026, at Kansas City Hospice House with his wife an...
05/30/2026

William “Bill” Reynolds, 80, of Peculiar, MO, passed away on May 15, 2026, at Kansas City Hospice House with his wife and daughters by his side.

Bill was born in Grain Valley, MO, on June 17, 1945, to Emmet Floyd and Edna Mae (Williams) Reynolds. He attended Odessa High School before joining the Navy in 1962. After his service, he married Sharon Kay Milligan of Oak Grove, MO, on December 16, 1966. Bill worked as a Kansas City police officer for many years. Following that, he had a career in HVAC, retiring from AFC Heating and Cooling in 2010. During his retirement he enjoyed spending time with family, puttering around in his wood shop, and searching for treasures while metal detecting. He could often be found with a worn-out paperback book in hand and a stack of westerns or military books on his nightstand.

Bill was preceded in death by an infant son, his parents, Floyd and Edna, brothers: James Reynolds and John Reynolds, and sisters: Deloris Kirk and Shirley Kirk.

His survivors include his wife of 60 years Sharon; daughters: Traci Reynolds and Jennifer Blomquist (Johnny); brothers: Darrell Reynolds (Alisha), Charles Reynolds, and Monty Sorden (Linda); 5 grandchildren: Jessica, Joshua, Presley, Jarrett, and Jestin; and 3 great-grandchildren: Michael, Arthur, and Maevyn.

A celebration of life will be held from 1-3pm on Sunday, June 7, 2026, at Royer Funeral Home in Oak Grove, MO. Cremation. Interment at concord Cemetery in Bates City, MO, will be held at a later date.

In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial contributions to the Kansas City Hospice House or the Alzheimer’s Association.

Obituary submitted by the family.
Arrangements by Royer Funeral Home in Oak Grove, MO.

Bryan I. Hearn, 53, of Odessa, passed away on May 28, 2026.Bryan was a devoted husband to April Hearn and a loving fathe...
05/29/2026

Bryan I. Hearn, 53, of Odessa, passed away on May 28, 2026.

Bryan was a devoted husband to April Hearn and a loving father to Adriana Mitchell, Alecia Bryant, and Amanda Hearn, and grandfather to 5 grandchildren. He was known for the love he had for his family and the dedication he showed in always providing for them.

Bryan also enjoyed spending time with friends and family and was known for his gentle and fun-loving spirit. He will be remembered for the memories he created, the laughs he shared, and the love he had for those closest to him.

He will be deeply missed by his family, friends, and all who knew him.
Obituary submitted by the family.
Royer Funeral Home, Oak Grove, MO 816-690-4441

Master decorative artist, Norma L. Young Neill, passed away peacefully on May 12, 2026 with family and friends by her si...
05/27/2026

Master decorative artist, Norma L. Young Neill, passed away peacefully on May 12, 2026 with family and friends by her side at her home. Services will be held at First Baptist Church, 500 W Truman RD, Independence, Missouri, on June 4, 2026 with visitation at 5:00 p.m. and funeral at 6:00 p.m. Burial will follow the next day, June 5, 2026 at 11:00 a.m. in Salem Cemetery, Independence, Missouri. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations made to Animals Best Friends, PO Box 493, Independence, MO 64051.
[email protected].

Norma was born in Old Hickory, Tennessee, April 3, 1930. The second child of Nezzie West Young and Malcolm Young, who proceeded her in death as did her brothers, Harold and Houston. She graduated from William Chrisman High School in 1948.

She was married to David R. Neill in 1949. They owned and operated Independence Blacktopping and Construction Company, Inc. until his death in 1985. They raised two children, Thomas David and Linda Lou Colleen.

One of Norma’s proudest achievements was receiving her Master Teacher of Tole and Decorative Artist Award in 1979. She taught painting classes in her home for many years and decorated and restored old trunks. In 1998, she was honored with an invitation to the White House, where an ornament she painted, created in collaboration with fellow members of the National Society of Tole and Decorative Painters, was displayed on a Christmas tree.

Norma was a member of Independence Young Matrons receiving her 50-year pin in 2017. She really loved acting and painting scenery for the children’s theater plays every year for children of Independence School District.

Many people were blessed with her baking, especially pecan pies, fried apple pies and different cookies she brought to friends and family gatherings.

Her generosity to charities were numerous: Salvation Army, Animals Best Friends, DAV and her church, First Baptist of Independence.

Norma was the coordinator of her Sunday school music selections. She loved so much to sing and harmonize! There was no denying who was singing harmony, and at restaurants after we sang Happy Birthday, we would get a round of applause!

Gospel and Bluegrass music were her favorite. Watch out if she heard a rousing bluegrass song. She wouldn’t hesitate to jump up and start flat footin’ or buck dancing. Being very proud of her Tennessee heritage, her down home compassion and compliments to others is a trait she would want to pass on.

Norma was proceeded in death by her niece, Joyce Young and nephews, Greg Young and Glenn Neill. She leaves behind 3 sisters in law, Betty Young Simpson, Shirley Andrews and Norma Higgs and 3 generations of nieces and nephews and a great granddaughter, Julianna Hope.

Obituary submitted by the family.
Royer’s New Salem Funeral Home ~ Independence, MO (816) 796-8600

Keith Paul Borland passed away on May 22, 2026. His battle with cancer is over and he has gone to his eternal home with ...
05/27/2026

Keith Paul Borland passed away on May 22, 2026. His battle with cancer is over and he has gone to his eternal home with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ.

Keith was born in Kansas City, MO on May 12,1948 to Lyle and Wilma Borland. When he was three years old, his parents moved to Oak Grove, MO. He lived at that location until he joined the Navy after high school. He spent four years in the Navy, most of it aboard the Franklin D. Roosevelt CVA 42 aircraft carrier. After his time in the Navy, Keith worked for Missouri Public Service as a machine operator for 26 years until he retired. After he retired, Keith worked with his brother, Brice, in the foundation repair business and with Harold Walters Engineering.

Keith loved working on all kinds of engines and any kind of shop project he had going on. He rebuilt cars, trucks, tractors and the list could go on and on. He was always welding and repairing machinery for himself and others. He enjoyed going to steam engine shows and working on steam engines with his son, Trent. He enjoyed flying his 1947 Aeronca Champ airplane.

Keith deeply loved his family and spending time with them. He loved traveling to various states with his wife, Cindy. One of their favorite trips was to see the Redwoods and the Sequoias. He also loved antiquing with his daughter, Mandy and working in the shop with his son Trent. He always enjoyed his annual trout fishing trip to Beaver Lake with his brother Brice and his son Trent.

He faithfully supported his grandchildren by attending all their sporting events and school functions. He also loved going and supporting Sporting KC with his son and granddaughter.
Keith was a member of the First Baptist Church of Oak Grove, MO, and he loved his church family and especially his Sunday School class.

He was preceded in death by his father, Lyle Owings Borland, his mother, Wilma Helen Fawcett Borland, his brother Craig Allen Borland, his son Trent Alan Borland, his niece Kimberley Ellen Borland and also his father-in-law John E. Keck.

Keith leaves behind his wife of 41 years, Cindy Keck Borland, daughter, Amanda Linn Borland Griggs (Steven); daughter-in-law, Stephanie Borland; brother, Brice Lyle Borland (Pat); sister, Rebecca Ellen Borland Gurney (Bob); granddaughters, Devin Frickert (Alex), Megan Borland, Makayla Hipsher (Gabe); grandson, Tanner Fleming (Isabel); great-grandchildren, Ruby, Aurora, and Hank, mother-in-law Mary Ellen Keck and many other family members and friends.

He will be missed by his high school classmates of his 1966 graduating class.
He will be greatly missed by all.

In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to First Baptist Church of Oak Grove Bible drive.

Arrangements by Royer Funeral Home in Oak Grove, MO.

At Royer Funeral Home, we understand the importance of honoring every life and every legacy.This Memorial Day, we pause ...
05/25/2026

At Royer Funeral Home, we understand the importance of honoring every life and every legacy.

This Memorial Day, we pause to remember the brave men and women who gave their lives in service to our country. Their sacrifice will never be forgotten, and their memory continues to live on through the families, friends, and communities they loved.

May today serve as a reminder to pause, reflect, and honor the courage and sacrifice of those who gave their lives for our freedom. Their service and legacy will forever be remembered with gratitude and respect. 🇺🇸

Robert “Bob” Lynn Morgason 11/26/1950-5/13/2026Bob was born in KCMO to Leroy & Ruby Morgason. He had a love for cars, on...
05/22/2026

Robert “Bob” Lynn Morgason 11/26/1950-5/13/2026

Bob was born in KCMO to Leroy & Ruby Morgason. He had a love for cars, one of his prized possessions being his Shelby Cobra. He was quite the salesman, spending most of his life in the used car business. He enjoyed playing his luck at the casinos on the blackjack tables. His true passion was the lake life fishing & cruising on his boats soaking up the sun. He was always the life of the party, never met a stranger! The highlight of his life was being a Pawpaw, spoiling was his game!

Bob is survived by the love of his life, Pam; his son Bobby; his daughter Karmon; his grandchildren Jordyn Haines (Ryan), Zakary Gropper (Madison Taylor Broers), Leena Gropper, Tiffany Scott (Danny), Alex Moyers (Desi); great grandchildren Tye, Re*****on, Rylan, Dre’dyn, Ronnie, Ember, Atticus, Layleigh.

God took Bob home to heaven May 13,2026 after battling lung cancer. He passed at home surrounded by family.

There will be a Celebration of Life in July; date, time & location to be determined later.

Obituary submitted by the family.
Arrangements: Royer Funeral Home, Oak Grove, MO 816-690-4441

Teagan Alivia Leonard, of Grain Valley, Missouri, left us on May 13, 2026, at the age of 19.From the moment God chose us...
05/21/2026

Teagan Alivia Leonard, of Grain Valley, Missouri, left us on May 13, 2026, at the age of 19.

From the moment God chose us to be her parents, Teagan was the answer to a lifelong hope. She completed us. She made everything feel right.

Teagan was smart, witty, kind, and quietly observant — the kind of person who took her time deciding where to place her heart and loved fiercely once she did. She was compassionate in a way you could feel in a room. Her family was wrapped around her finger, and she knew it. She loved deeply and was deeply loved in return. She shared a special bond with her brothers, Gavin and Gage, that had only been growing stronger with time; a quiet closeness with her mother that ran through years of ordinary days; and in Aishwarya (Ash) Aryal, Gavin’s girlfriend, the sister she had always wanted.
She was a young woman of remarkable drive. By nineteen, she had already earned both her CNA and her Esthetician licenses and was studying to become a nurse. Anything she set her mind to, she did. There was never a doubt. Teagan loved trying new things — especially traveling and new foods — and she loved experiencing them with the people she loved. She was forever bringing home some new snack or drink she’d discovered, insisting everyone try it with her, her dad most of all. Joy, for Teagan, was never something to keep for herself. It was something to share. She adored her cats — especially Moose, whom she would scoop up and pat-pat-pat with the most tender baby talk, loving him so much she could hardly stand it. That was Teagan: full of soft, private joys and a deep tenderness for the ones who were hers.

Teagan is survived by her parents, Vincent and Shauna Leonard; her brothers, Gavin and Gage Leonard; Gavin’s girlfriend, Aishwarya (Ash) Aryal, the sister of her heart; her grandmothers, Janice Smith and Patricia Leonard; and a circle of family and friends who were lucky enough to be chosen by her. She is also lovingly remembered by her boyfriend, Eli Hernandez, who held a special place in her heart.

She was preceded in death by her grandfathers, Garry Smith and Roger Leonard, who we trust were waiting to greet her.

A visitation will be held at 3:00 p.m., Friday, May 29, 2026, at Royer Funeral Home in Grain Valley, Missouri. A Celebration of Teagan’s Life will be held at 5:00 p.m.
We will love her, and miss her, every day of our lives.

Arrangements: Royer Funeral Home Grain Valley, MO 64029 816-847-4441

Linda Sue Burkhart Hardwick, 77, of Odessa, Missouri passed away on May16, 2026 surrounded by her family at Lexington Ho...
05/20/2026

Linda Sue Burkhart Hardwick, 77, of Odessa, Missouri passed away on May16, 2026 surrounded by her family at Lexington Hospital. A Celebration of life will be from 11a-2p on June 6, 2026, at Church of Christ in Odessa Missouri; burial to be completed at Trotter Cemetery at a later date. In place of memorial contributions make memories with your loved ones in honor of Linda.
Linda was born on April 12, 1949, in Carrolton Missouri, the daughter of Melva “Jean” Schlapia and Raymond Oliver Burkhart. She graduated Highschool in Jacksonville Florida. Married Robert “Bob” Lee Hardwick April 12, 1969. Linda gave birth to two boys and one daughter and gave her life to them, her husband and anyone who needed help or love. Many will say she was the best human they ever knew. She was the kind of person who would walk through the gates of hell and back to defend or assist any family member or friend. Linda was happy to sacrifice her dreams to help everyone else achieve theirs. She never did anyone wrong for any reason. Growing up most of her children’s friends called her mom, because they knew that if she had a roof over her head, so did they. Linda was a very spiritual person. She gave one hundred percent of herself to the Lord. Now she is walking with him. She was the salt of the earth. We all love and miss you, dear Linda.
Linda was preceded in death by her parents Raymond O. Burkhart, Melva J. Schlapia, husband Robert Hardwick, brothers and sisters Carol Tokarske, Larry Burkhart, Helen Clay, David Burkhart, Steven Burkhart, niece and nephew Sherry Irwin, Rodger Burkhart.
Linda’s survivors include brother Ronnie (Linda) Burkhart, sister Lora (Steve) Bowman, sons Rob (Ruthanna) Hardwick, Brian (Deanna) Hardwick, daughter Stephanie (Jonathan) Hardwick. Grandchildren Christian, Tyler, Coral, Spencer, Hayden, Avery, Hunter, Gunner, Ranger, Madden, Katelyn, Brett & Chloe. Great Grandchildren Samuel, Kingston, Paisley, Ivory, Silas & Ellie. Extra special niece Trisha and great nieces Sierra and Marissa along with many other nieces and nephews.
Obituary submitted by the family.
Arrangements by Royer Funeral Home in Oak Grove, MO

Charles R. Taloney, 60, of Lexington, Missouri passed away on May 19, 2026 at home. A devoted husband, Dad, Papa, son & ...
05/20/2026

Charles R. Taloney, 60, of Lexington, Missouri passed away on May 19, 2026 at home. A devoted husband, Dad, Papa, son & friend.

Born August 4, 1965, in Richmond, MO, at Ray County Memorial Hospital, the son of Charles and Delpha Taloney.

He was preceded in death by his parents; sister, Shelly Rogers; niece, Kelly Rogers; and nephew, Robert Rogers.

Randy was survived by the love of his life, Dana Taloney; son, Jody Groves; son, Tony Taloney; daughter, Rachel Huffman; grandchildren, Maci Huffman, Joe Joe Groves, Izac Huffman, Hunter Huffman and Kyson Juneau; sister, Christy (Tommy) Drake; brother-in-law, Phillip Rogers; nephew, Chad Rogers & family; niece, Leann Drake.

Randy was a loving husband for 31 years, Dad, Papa, son & friend. He was a hardworking man that took pride in his work. He loved going to the lake, spending time outside or in his garage and time with his family.

He appreciated the simple things in life and passed that down to his loved ones. Randy will be deeply missed by his family and friends.

A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date.

Obituary submitted by the family.
Arrangements by Royer Funeral Home in Oak Grove, Missouri

It is with heavy hearts and profound sadness that we announce the passing of Rick J Stone, a beloved husband, father, gr...
05/19/2026

It is with heavy hearts and profound sadness that we announce the passing of Rick J Stone, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend. Rick passed away peacefully at his home on May 12, 2026, in Independence, Missouri, after a courageous battle with illness. He was 71 years old.

Rick was born on April 16, 1955, in Independence, Missouri, to his loving parents, Wilda and Muril Stone. From a young age, Rick was known for his quick wit and warm smile, traits that would later define him as a man who could light up any room. He was a beacon of warmth and kindness, always ready with a joke to lift spirits and make everyone feel welcomed and valued.

Rick dedicated an impressive 32 years to General Motors, where he was known not just for his hard work, but also for his camaraderie and the respect he showed to all his colleagues. In addition to his career at GM, Rick pursued his entrepreneurial spirit by running his own plumbing business on the side for several years, showcasing his remarkable ability to "fix" or rig anything to make it work.

Rick had a passion for life that was contagious. He was a die hard Kansas City Chiefs fan. He loved to grill and smoke meat, enjoyed hunting and fishing, tending to his garden, and relished movie nights with family and friends. Above all, Rick cherished the time spent with his loved ones, and his home was always a welcoming haven filled with laughter and love.

Rick was predeceased by his parents, Muril and Wilda (Taylor) Stone, his sister Janet (Reggie) Jones, and his brother Randy Stone. He leaves behind his wife of three years, Stella. Rick's legacy of love continues through his children, Nikki Stone, Heather (Joseph) Combs, and Mikey (Barbara) Coplin; his siblings, Muril Stone, Gary (Gloria) Stone, Christy Stone and Valerie (James) Worley; and his cherished grandchildren, Bradley, Trevor, Alex, Zaine, Bowen, Ferris, and Ellie. Each will carry forward his memory and the life lessons he imparted with love and kindness.

A celebration of Rick's life will be held on June 6, 2026, at 10:00 AM at the Stone Home, located at 816 E Pacific Ave, Independence MO 64050. The family invites all who knew Rick to join them in remembering a life well-lived and a man deeply loved.

In lieu of flowers, the family wishes to express their heartfelt gratitude to Heartland Hospice for their compassionate care and support during Rick's final days. Your kindness will forever be in our hearts.

Rick J Stone will be remembered as a man who lived life with laughter, who gave generously, and who loved unconditionally. His spirit will continue to inspire and guide those who were fortunate enough to know him. May he rest in peace, forever cherished and never forgotten.

Obituary submitted by the family.
Royer’s New Salem Funeral Home ~ Independence, MO (816) 796-8600

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