Obituaries

Jun 30, 2024

Kenneth (Kenny) Murle Brown, age 75 of Independence, Kansas, passed away peacefully while surrounded by family at his home on June 25, 2024. He was born in Racine, Missouri to Murle Daniels and Ruth Ann McReynolds on April 19, 1949 and was adopted a year later by Lewis and Anna Belle Brown of Joplin. 

Kenny was a remarkable man and was...

Jun 28, 2024

David Michael DeMoss was born on January 25, 1953, in Independence, Kansas to David McFarland DeMoss and Winifred Shirley Lattin DeMoss.

A medical condition at birth left Michael with extensive paralysis of the right side of his body but he dealt with that disability with a positive and determined attitude which endeared him to all in the community who knew him.

He...

Jun 28, 2024

 Teresa Ilene (Bly) Bell, 72, Independence, Kansas went to be with her Lord and Savior on Friday, June 28, 2024 at Labette Health in Independence, Kansas. Funeral services will be held 11:00 a.m. , Wednesday, July 3, 2024 at Webb & Rodrick Chapel and Crematory with burial to follow in Mount Hope Cemetery in Independence, Kansas. The family will greet...

Jun 25, 2024

Robert D. Daniels Sr. 90, Elk City, Kansas passed away June 25, 2024 at home. Funeral services will be held at 10:00 a.m., Friday, June 28, 2024 at The First Christian Church in Elk City, Kansas. Burial will follow in Oak Hill Cemetery in Elk City. The family will greet visitors on Friday from 9:00 a.m., until service time at...

Jun 20, 2024

In Loving Memory of Wynnel Sophia Shoemake Wright

 

Wynnel Sophia Shoemake Wright 81, Independence, Kansas passed away on Thursday, June 20, 2023, at home. Cremation has taken place, and a celebration of life service will be held at 2:00 p.m., Monday June 24, 2024, at Truth Tabernacle in Independence, Kansas. 

 

Wynnel Sophia Shoemake Wright, born on May 31, 1943, in Graham, Texas,...

May 31, 2024

Preston L. Edwards Jr., 80, Independence, Kansas passed away on May 31st, 2024 in his Independence home. Cremation has taken place under the direction of the Webb & Rodrick Chapel and Crematory. A Memorial Service open to family and friends will be held at  2:00 p.m. on Friday, June 14, 2024 at Webb & Rodrick Chapel in Independence, Kansas.

Preston was...

May 24, 2024

Opal Grace (Hazzard) Burnett, 96, Independence, Kansas passed away on Friday, May 24, 2024, at Medicalodge of Coffeyville. Cremation has taken place under the direction of Webb & Rodrick Chapel and Crematory. A graveside inurnment will be held at 11:00 a.m. Monday, June 10, 2024, at Yates Center Cemetery. Opal was born April 29, 1928, in Iola, Kansas to Marshall...

May 7, 2024

Ronald “Ronny” J. Mitchell Jr., 59, Mound Valley, Kansas passed away On Tuesday, May 7, 2024, at home. Cremation has been requested and Webb & Rodrick Chapel and Crematory are in charge of arrangements. A Celebration of Life will be held June 08, at 10:00 a.m at First Baptist Church in Mound Valley.  Memorials in honor of Ronny may be...

May 6, 2024

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Judy Louise Ortiz, 78, On May 6th, 2024, in Independence, Kansas. She passed away peacefully, surrounded by loved ones.

She was born July 16th, 1945, in Independence, Kansas to Charles and Christine Ramsey. She was a beloved sister, aunt, mom, grandma, and friend. She touched the lives of many with...

Apr 12, 2024

Jerry Lee Benett, 85, Independence, Kansas passed away on Friday, April 12, 2024, at Ascension St. John Jane Phillips Medical Center in Bartlesville, Oklahoma. Cremation has taken place under the direction of Webb & Rodrick Chapel and Crematory and no services are currently planned. Arrangements have been entrusted to the care of Webb & Rodrick Chapel and Crematory. 

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Mar 27, 2024

Linda Schuman, 79, of Independence, died Wednesday, March 27. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. Tuesday, April 2 at the Grace-Memorial United Methodist Church. Interment will be at the Mt. Hope Cemetery. The family will receive friends at the church from 10:00 a.m. until 11:00 a.m. on Tuesday. The family suggests memorial remembrances to the Jimmy V Foundation...

Mar 24, 2024

Judith Kay Wade, 82, Havana, Kansas passed away on Sunday, March 24, 2024, at the Journey Home in Bartlesville, Oklahoma. Funeral services will be 1:00 p.m., Thursday, March 28, 2024, at Webb & Rodrick Chapel and Cremation with burial to follow in Havana Cemetery. The Family will greet visitors from 5:00 – 7:00 p.m., on Wednesday, March 27, 2024, at...

Mar 14, 2024

Betty Jo Gates, 91, Independence, Kansas passed away on Thursday, March 15, 2024, at The Journey Home in Bartlesville, Oklahoma. Cremation has taken place under the direction of Webb & Rodrick Chapel and Crematory and no services are currently planned. Memorials may be made to the Journey Home may be made on- line at www.thejourneyhomeok.org/donate or mailed to 900 Washington...

Mar 12, 2024

James W. McDonald, 98, of Clinton, MS., died on March 12th while recovering from an age related illness.

 A graveside burial service for family members will be conducted by Webb & Rodrick on Sunday, September 1st. Rev. Mark Lyons, pastor of the First Christian Church will be officiating the burial service at the Mount Hope Cemetery.

 James William McDonald was born on...

Mar 12, 2024

James W. McDonald, 98, of Clinton, MS., died on March 12th while recovering from an age related illness.

 A graveside burial service for family members will be conducted by Webb & Rodrick on Sunday, September 1st. Rev. Mark Lyons, pastor of the First Christian Church will be officiating the burial service at the Mount Hope Cemetery.

 James William McDonald was born on...

Mar 6, 2024

William “Allen” Swisher, 92, of Piedmont, Kansas, died March 6, 2024. He was born November 20, 1931, to Allen Russell and Anna (Schoneman) Swisher on the family farm, north of Piedmont. His mother was a nurse, who served as the community midwife. Allen was delivered by Dr. C.D. Baird, Eureka, who made house calls at that time. His father, born...

Mar 3, 2024

Charles Michael “Mike” Robinson, 76, Independence, Kansas passed away on Sunday, March 3, 2024, in Independence, Kansas. Cremation has taken place under the direction of Webb & Rodrick Chapel and Crematory and no services are planned currently.

Mike was born January 1, 1948, in Independence, Kansas to Leland Willis and Opal Lorraine (Botts) Robinson. Mike attended and graduated from Independence High...

Feb 26, 2024

Doctor James D. Dawson Jr, 76, beloved Husband, Dad, and Son, was called to his eternal resting place on February 26, 2024. He entered this world on March 16, 1947, in Shepherdsville, KY, born to Delmar and Lillian Dawson. He is survived by his wife Sheila Dawson and his children Neal, Carrie, Paige and Zach Dawson, stepchildren Ashley and Luke...