Obituaries
Tom F. Richardson
Nov 5, 2024
Thomas Franklin Richardson, 89, went home to be with his Savior on November 5th, 2024, in Independence, KS.
Tom was born on December 31st, 1934 in Cape Girardeau, MO, to Daniel Richardson and Clara Musgraves- Richardson. On September 9th, 1978, Tom married Connie Pursley in Independence. He was a graduate of Cape Central High school. He received his Master's Degree from...
Debra Jean Ray
Nov 2, 2024
Debra Jean (Grimes) Ray passed away peacefully on Saturday, November 2, 2024.
Debbie was born August 15, 1965, in Richmond, Indiana to Homer and Gloria Grimes. She grew up and attended school in Richmond later meeting the love of her life Terry Ray. The two married August 1, 1987, and made their home in Richmond, until moving to Kansas to be...
Joseph Paul Savage
Nov 2, 2024
Joseph Paul Savage born on July 19, 1979, in Hutchinson, KS, to Kathleen Burdick and Bradford Harrod.
Joe passed from this earth on November 2, 2024, at the age of 45. Joe had one sibling, Taren Jo Savage and a brother-in-law Tyler Hale. He graduated from high school in 1998 from Denair High School, Denair, CA.
Following graduation, he moved to Neodesha,...
Alice L. Linn
Oct 29, 2024
Alice Louise (Lange) Linn, 86, went home to her Lord and Savior on October 29, 2024 in Lawrenceburg, IN. She was born December 2, 1937 in Independence, Kansas to Louis B. Lange and Esther O. (Ruehling) Lange. She grew up in Independence and graduated from Independence High School in 1955. On November 20, of that same year, she was united...
Marion M. Carriker
Oct 28, 2024
Marion M. Carriker, a beloved wife, friend, and fierce spirit, left this world on October 28, 2024, at Labette Health in Independence, Kansas. Born on June 19, 1944, in Cochem an der Mosel , Germany, Marion embodied a vibrant mixture of culture and love, firmly rooted as a proud California girl at heart.
Her journey began with her education in Germany,...
Benny L. Darbro
Oct 23, 2024
Benny Lee Darbro was born October 21st, 1926, on the family homestead southwest of Elk City, Kansas to Daniel and Naomi Darbro. Funeral services will be 11:00 a.m., Saturday, November 2, 2024, at Webb & Rodrick Chapel in Independence, Kansas with burial to follow in Oak Hill Cemetery Elk City, Kansas. The family will greet visitors On Friday, November 1,...
Curtis Tex Smith
Oct 22, 2024
Curtis Tex Smith, born October 6, 1945, left this world for Heaven on October 22, 2024, after a two month stay at Jane Phillips Hospital in Bartlesville, Oklahoma.
Curtis grew up in Middleburg, Virginia where he learned to ride horses and participated in fox hunts. At age 17, he joined the United States Army, serving two terms in Vietnam upon returning...
Michael A. Carpenter
Oct 3, 2024
Michael A. Carpenter (Mike), 75, of Independence, Kansas, passed away October 3, 2024, at Advena Living of Cherryvale, Kansas. At the family’s request cremation has taken place. A celebration of life will be held November 16, 2024, from 2pm-4pm at Independence Country Club.
Mike was born the son of James K. and Juanita (Marler) Carpenter on July 21, 1949, in Independence,...
Mike Leon Hare
Oct 2, 2024
Mike Leon Hare, 55, Independence, Kansas passed away at home on Wednesday, October 2, 2024. Cremation has taken place and a Celebration of Life Service will be held on Thursday, October 10th, 2024. The family will greet visitors from 10 am to 12 pm at Webb and Rodrick Chapel located at 306 W. Main Street, Independence, KS. From this location...
Linda Elizabeth Sayers
Sep 26, 2024
Linda Elizabeth Sayers passed away at the Labette Health Center in Parsons, Kansas, on Thursday, September 26, 2024.She was born to Richard “Dick” Sayers, and Beulah (Turkle) Sayers on April 13, 1944, in Independence, Kansas. Other than completing her Social Work Degree at KU, and a short residence in Kansas City, she was a lifelong Independence resident. Linda is survived...
Thomas Dean Mavers
Aug 28, 2024
Thomas Dean Mavers, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend, passed away peacefully on August 28, 2024, in Bartlesville, Oklahoma at the age of 75. Born on September 25, 1948, in Independence, Kansas. Thomas was a man whose spirit and love for family shaped his life in the most beautiful ways.
A jack of all trades, Thomas was known for his...
Bob C. Overton
Aug 13, 2024
Robert C. Overton, affectionately known as Bob to all, passed away on August 13, 2024, in his hometown of Independence, Kansas. He was born on September 14, 1950, in the same city, to his loving parents, Dale and Louis Overton, who preceded him in death.
Bob led a fulfilling life marked by dedication and hard work. After attending and graduating from...
Ozel Pouncil Jr.
Aug 4, 2024
Ozel Pouncil Jr., 61, Independence, Kansas passed away on Sunday August 4, 2024 at home. Funeral services will be at 11:00 a.m., Monday, August 12, 2024 at Webb & Rodrick Chapel with burial to follow in Mount Hope Cemetery in independence, Kansas. Arrangements are in care of Webb & Rodrick Chapel and Crematory.
Kurtis Goodman
Jul 29, 2024
William “Kurtis” Goodman, 58, Independence, Kansas passed away on Monday, July 29, 2024 at St. John’s hospital in Tulsa, Oklahoma. Cremation has taken place and a Celebration of Life Service will be held at 11:00 a.m., Tuesday, August 6, 2024 at Webb & Rodrick Chapel and Crematory. The family will greet visitors on Monday, August 5, 2024 from 6:00 –...
Forest James Gates
Jul 27, 2024
Forest James Gates, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and great-grand father passed away peacefully on July 27, 2024, at Montgomery Place Nursing Home. He was born on February 2, 1935, in Sedan, Kansas, to Forest and Gertrude Gates.
Forest dedicated most of his professional life to being a truck driver, showcasing his work ethic and commitment throughout his career. In addition...
Janet Renee Ainesworth
Jul 26, 2024
Janet Renee Aineswoth age 53 passed away at Advena Living Nursing Home in Cherryvale, Kansas on Friday, July 26, 2024, after a lifetime of health issues.
Janet was born to Michael and Janice (Malicoat) Aineswoth in Bartlesville, Oklahoma. She spent her childhood and adolescence in Bartlesville where she completed her education at Bartlesville High School. Janet’s parents later divorced, but their...
Jerry Doyle Stigall
Jul 15, 2024
Jerry Doyle Stigall, 91 of Independence, Kansas passed away on Monday July 15, 2024, at Labette Health in Parsons, Kansas.Funeral services will be Friday July 19th at 10:00am at Webb & Rodrick Chapel & Crematory with military burial to follow at Mount Hope Cemetery in Independence, KS. The family will greet visitors on Thursday July 18th from 6:00 to 8:00...
Joshua James Elliot
Jul 6, 2024
Joshua James Elliott, 45, of Coffeyville Kansas, passed away on July 6, 2024. He was born on June 30, 1979, in Pittsburg, Kansas, to James and Linda Elliott.Joshua spent his younger years in Independence, Kansas, where he attended grade school before moving to Kansas City to attend The Paseo Performing Arts School.Joshua was known for his incredible sense of humor...
Theta Dawn Hinson
Jul 6, 2024
Theta Dawn (Reid) Hinson, Age 83 passed away peacefully at home on July 6, 2024. Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m., on Friday, July 12, 2024, at Webb & Rodrick Chapel and Crematory. The family will greet visitors from 5:00-7:00 p.m., on Thursday, July 11, 2024, at the chapel. Burial will follow in Mount Hope Cemetery in Independence,...
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