Carlos Tovar Gonzales "El Guachy"
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Carlos Tovar Gonzales "El Guachy", 50, born in Durango Mexico, passed away Saturday, September 12th 2020. He was a father to 7 children; grandfather to 4 grandchildren; and had lots of friends that loved him. He was a construction worker for as long as anyone could remember. But he always had stories to tell about all the different jobs he used to have: he used to work as a clown and a cook. He was a very good cook, Even though he was very sick during his last days he tried to stay strong; and worked till his last day. Our father was not perfect he made mistakes like everyone else. To me he was eternal. I always thought that my father was going to be there for all eternity and knowing that he is not here any more with us it breaks my heart because I know he made mistakes and I was not able to get close. Even though he is gone I still can not believe it. I know wherever he is he is in a better place now. He is in no more pain and has no more suffering. I hope he is at peace wherever he is. He was a person that also had good qualities he helped people when he could knowing he would not get nothing in return.
Thank you to those who helped with the funeral and to those who came to say their last goodbyes to him it was a hard time but thank you thank you for being with us through all this and thank you to Leah from Kansas City Funeral Director, for all your help god bless every one of you.
A Private funeral service was held at Kansas City Funeral Directors on September 17, 2020. Burial will be in Durango, Mexico.
We will miss you dad where ever you are rest in peace.
Fredrick Arthur Moore
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Fred was united in marriage with Virginia “Ginger” Davis Moore on June 7, 1960 in First Christian Church in Waukegan, Illinois. To this unison two children were born: Deborah Moore Hertz and Kenneth Arthur Moore. Since 1958, Pastor Fred served United Church of Christ and Christian Churches (Disciple of Christ) in Illinois, Iowa, Kansas, Missouri, and Nebraska: open country, small town, city, suburb, and inner-city churches. He retired in 2005 and moved with Ginger to Liberty, Missouri where they built their retirement home. The Honor of Pastor Emeritus was given to him by the Schleswig United Church of Christ in 2011.
He was preceded in death by his parents, William Joseph and Audra Lavonne Moore; Brother-In-Law Ted White. Rev. Fred Moore is survived by his wife, Ginger, of Liberty Missouri; by one daughter: Deborah “Deb” (Greg) Moore Hertz of Laurens, Iowa; and by one so: Kenneth “Ken” Arthur Moore of Pleasant Valley, Missouri; by four grandchildren: Matthew (Sarah) Hertz of Laurens, Iowa; Megan (Kurtis) Benningsdorf of Fonda, Iowa; Michael (Jessica) Hertz of Laurens, Iowa; and Morgan Brittany; by two great granddaughters: Reagan and Ashlynn and two more great grandchildren due this fall; by two sisters: Nancy Moore White of Walnut Creek, California and Mary (Jack) Weller of Baltimore, Maryland; by 7 nieces and 6 nephews; by the six children of deceased cousin “sister” Doris Wood Sullivan: Donald Butch, Mary, Christine, Frank and Lisa and by many other relatives and friends.
Due to COVID, private family services will be held at the Liberty Christian Church Liberty, Missouri. Interment will be in Mount Moriah Cemetery in Kansas City, Missouri, next to Ginger’s Maternal grandparents, Samuel and Kate Hibbs and her brother Glen (Catherine) Davis.
Funeral arrangements by Kansas City Funeral Directors, Inc,
Deborah C. Drake
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Deborah C. Drake passed away on August 30th. She leaves behind her Sister Becky Foster (Eddie), her son’s Randy Guzan (Tammy), Chris Guzan (Denice) and Danny Guzan (Kari). She was preceded by her mom Ruby and her dad Virgil, five brothers - Jimmy, Jack, David, Carl and Bill and four sisters - Shirley, Gail, Nancy and Doris.She had many grandkids that she loved. She lived her life honestly and don’t ask her a question you didn’t want an honest answer to. She loved food, mostly sweets. Homemade enchiladas and Christmas treats from Tammy, tacos from Kari, and she said Denice’ fried chicken was the best she ever had. Leslie and Cindy (nieces) took care of the laundry(no smelly fabric softener) and were always up for getting her some new and fun foods, but none compared to all the homemade foods she received. One last recognition would be for Steve Miller and Ronda Conder her niece and nephew. Steve took care of her like she was his mom. I don’t know what we would have done without him. Any request she asked of Rhonda she was happy to fulfill.
She will be missed. And loved always.
James E. Ridenour Jr (Sonny)
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James E. Ridenour Jr (Sonny) passed away Sunday Aug 16th, 2020 at the VA Hospital in Kansas City, Missouri. Burial at the Leavenworth National Cemetery, Leavenworth, KS. There will be a Celebration of Life for James (Sonny) on Saturday Sept. 12th at Wyandotte County Park, Shelter A, Bonner Springs, KS (Across from Providence Amphitheater) 11:30 am – 2:30 pm.
James was born in 1930 in Kansas City, KS to James E. & Marie Ridenour.(French).
He joined the army in 1952 and served honorably until 1954 with his discharge of Corporal with medals of good conduct, army of occupation, national defense service and marksman badge.
James started his driving career as an ice puller in Kansas City, Mo. He continued driving trucks for 50 years.
Through the years he also volunteered for the Parkville Fire department and Wyandotte County Sheriff’s department.
James and his wife Beverly enjoyed country music & concerts, playing cards and going to motorcycle events.
James retired from driving to enjoy time with his wife, children and grandchildren
James is survived by his wife Beverly, daughter Leona and husband David (Kansas City, KS) daughter Catherine (Clinton, MO) son Timothy (Kansas City, KS) and daughter Jamie (Leavenworth, KS) and 10 grandchildren and 13 grandchildren and his sister Betsy Lee Maki. He is preceded in death by his parents, sister Leona Kelley and son Rusty Arnold.
Dr. Mansour J. Naime
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Dr. Mansour J. Naime died on Saturday, August 22. Naime, age 90 of Overland Park, died peacefully surrounded by his family. Mansour was born on September 22, 1929 in Choueifat, Lebanon to Latify and Jamil Naime. He is the youngest of six and is survived by his sister Adel
Naime. Mansour was preceded in death by his wife Patricia (Patsy) Connor; brothers Anees, Khalil, and Munir; and sister Salwa. Mansour attended the American University of Beirut and graduated with an Honors Doctorate Degree. He graduated in 1953 and moved to Kansas to complete his residency at Children’s Mercy, specializing in Pediatrics. After completing his residency, he began his Pediatrics career at General Hospital. While at General, he met the love
of his life Patsy Connor who worked at the hospital as a social worker. They married on August 17, 1957 and were married for 59 years.
Mansour was a loving husband and father and is survived by his three children; Patrick Naime (Janet), Overland Park, KS; Michael Naime (Elsbeth), Colorado Springs, CO; and Mary (Molly) Dye (Gary), Overland Park, KS; and four grandchildren Lisa Naime, Scott Naime, Kendra Gonzalez, Mathew Dye, and one great-grandchild Isabelle Gonzalez.
Dr. Naime was a caring and giving person who knew no strangers. He was a dedicated doctor known in his office for his enormous and cheerful smile and for his silly nicknames. Throughout their lives, Mansour and Patsy instituted an open-door policy on both Sunday nights and holidays with extended family – they were happiest when surrounded by family. Later in life, Mansour loved spending time at their second home in Naples, Florida and enjoyed the golf course and gin
rummy. His continuous love of family gatherings will be missed.
Due to COVID-19, both the Rosary and Mass of Christian Burial will be family and close friends
only. Rosary will begin at 12:30 PM on Friday August 28, 2020 at Holy Spirit Catholic Church
with the Mass of Christian Burial following at 1:00 PM. Burial will be private. In lieu of flowers
the family requests memorial contributions be made to the Catholic Community Hospice at 9720
W. 87th St, Overland Park, KS 66212.
Jeff Reaka
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Jeff Reaka passed away August 16, 2020 at home. He was born March 28, 1978 to Doug and Peggy(Jones) Reaka. Jeff loved playing with his kids, nephews, and nieces. He enjoyed riding four wheelers, swimming in pools, nerf gun wars and coaching his son Jackson’s team this past year. Jeff loved watching KU and Golden State Warriors basketball games. His passion was riding horses including Yeehaw and Bell. He worked at McCray Lumber and McCray Millwork.
Jeff was preceded in death by 4 grandparents and Jackson’s mother Deborah Clark.
He is survived by parents Doug and Peggy Reaka; children Jackson and MaKayla; sister Melissa Wheeler and her husband Brad; nephews Alex and Samuel Wheeler; niece Emma Wheeler; McKayla’s mother Heidi Boutross; Cody and Hailey Clark and Kaylee Boutross.
Private service due to Covid19 restrictions with burial at Bonner Springs City Cemetery.
Danny E. Reynolds
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Danny (Dan) E. Reynolds, of Kansas City, KS passed away on Sunday August 9th, 2020. Dan was born on January 10, 1959 in Kansas City, KS to Dorita And Charles Reynolds. While he spent most of his life in KCK, Dan also spent 14 years of his life living in Utah. Dan married the love of his life on September 7th, 2005.
He leaves beyond his beloved wife of 15 years, Cindy Morse, son, “Little Dan”, and a handful of “bonus” children, James, Billy, Paul, late Angie, a grandson, “Little D” and many more “bonus” grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
Dan was the kind of man that would help anyone in need, in any way he could, even if that meant giving the shirt off of his back. Dan was also known for stepping up and being a father and grandfather figure to his best friends children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Dan was a loving man and will be missed dearly.
Pastor Randall Kevin Carter, I
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Pastor Randall Kevin Carter I, 66, went home to be with his heavenly father on Monday, August 3rd. Visitation will be at 11:00 AM on Friday, August 14, 2020 at CenterPointe Community Church, 401 N. 78th St, Kansas City, KS 66112 with service to follow at 1200 PM. Due to current Covid restrictions we are limited to 100 people at the church. Everyone must wear a mask and sign in for entry. A private family burial will take place at Leavenworth National Cemetery in Leavenworth, Kansas.
Randall is survived by his soulmate and loving wife of 31 years Tracy Carter, daughter Tammy Maxwell (Roger), sons Randall K. Carter II (Marlo), Robert Carter, Christopher K. Carter (Jessica), 5 grandbabies, Rogie Maxwell, Gracee Maxwell, Randy K. Carter III, Zia Carter, Ramah Carter, and brother Tim Carter (Lonni). He is preceded in death by parents Roy and Beverly Carter and brothers Mike Carter and Mark Carter.
Pastor Randy was a true man of God. He believed that you must be born again. He worked so hard to let everyone he met know about Jesus. He loved the great relationship he had with the Lord. Randy was a Sergeant in the United States Army. He was blessed with many gifted talents including playing drums and many other instruments. He enjoyed playing fantasy football with all of his babies. He was a huge Dallas Cowboys fan, but he was also a fan of the San Antonio Spurs, the Kansas City Royals, and K-State. He coached many years of youth basketball in Gladstone and YMCA leagues. Randy had the ability to make anyone he met seem like he had known them all his life. He loved so hard and put all others first before himself. He adored all his babies and was absolutely the best friend anyone could ask for. Our Ran, Popa, and Poppy was loved very much and will be missed greatly.
Margaret T Reid
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Margaret T. Reid peacefully passed away on Friday July 24, 2020 at the age of 89. Margaret is survived by her loving husband Ralph of 70 years. Margaret is predeceased by her parents Robert and Billie Hawkins, and her sister Beverly McCullough. Margaret is lovingly remembered by her brothers Bob and Bill (Ann) Hawkins, her sons Mark (Candice) and Todd (Jodie) Reid, grandchildren Angela Shaffer, Leah Smith, Drew and Eric Reid and loving nieces, nephews and other relatives. Margaret attended Baker University and was a member of Zeta Tau Alpha Sorority. Margaret was a member of the Symphony League, past Chairman of the Board of the Kansas City Ballet, past President of the Ballet Guild and past President of the Fireside and Sketch Box Auxiliary of the Kansas City Art Institute. She served on numerous civic committees over 40 years of volunteer service and was an avid supporter of the arts. She was a pilot and a member of the 99’s and she flew in the Sky Lady and Powder Puff derbies.
A mass will be held at Guardian Angels Church on Wednesday August 12 beginning at 11:00am. Inurnment will be at Mount Olivet.
In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to The Alzheimer’s Association, www.alz.o
