Sharon May (Estes) Williams
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Sharon May (Estes) Williams
Sharon May (Estes) Williams, 75, passed away unexpectedly on Friday, January 12, 2018 at St. Joseph Medical Center due to complications from the flu and pneumonia. She is survived by her loving husband of 56 years, Daniel E. Williams, her son, Michael A. Williams (wife Patricia), her daughter, Cynthia A. Totty, four grandchildren—Casey, Tanner, Taylor and Logan—and one great granddaughter, Holly. She also leaves behind two sisters--twin sister Karen Wilson (husband Jim) and Mary Lou Weeks.
Sharon worked as a Southwestern Bell switchboard operator, Certified Nursing Assistant at Spellman Memorial Hospital, and consummate homemaker. She was the most kind-hearted, selfless and beautiful person we’ve ever known. Our mom/grandmother/sister was the matriarch and glue that held our family together. We all aspire to be as loving, benevolent and giving. Her positive spirit will be greatly missed.
Her celebration of life will be held at Kansas City Funeral Directors located at 4880 Shawnee Dr., Kansas City, KS 66106 at 11:00 AM (visitation from 10:00 to 11:00 AM). Burial will be at Belton Cemetery, West Cambridge Road and South Scott Avenue, Belton, MO 64012 at 12:45 PM. A remembrance reception will be held afterwards (2:00 to 5:00 PM) at the Belton Community Center, 16400 N. Mullen Road, Belton, MO 64012. Flowers or donations to her favorite charity, St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital are appreciated
Chue Yang
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Loving husband, father, grandfather, friend and patriot
Chia Chue Yang, age 75, went to be with the Lord on Monday, January 1, 2018.
Mr. Yang is survived by his wife of 54 years, Mai; six children – Xue (Robert), William Cheng Kao (Mang), Song, Thy (Seth), Mayly (Steven) and New Shoua Abraham; three grandchildren – Abigail, Belle and Kyle; his four sisters – Pang Chang, Blia Yang, Ger Lee (Chou) and Lee Thao (Chu Chor); and brother Nhia Xao (Chue). He is preceded in death by his parents Xia Shoua and Yeng; brother Chu Fong and sister Chow Chang; daughter Mee and son at infancy.
Chia Chue was born in Laos on August 26, 1942. He proudly served during the Vietnam War under the CIA’s Special Guerilla Unit from 1966-1975. Captain Yang was a Group Leader of Battalion GM21, Company 206. He assisted with search and rescue missions, delivered supplies and was an airborne radio operator. He was wounded and awarded the Purple Heart. Captain Yang has also been honored with a National Medal, Congressional Citation, Air Commando Citation, American Legion Gold Heroism and Defenders of Freedom. After the fall of Saigon, Mr. Yang and his family fled Laos. In 1976, by the grace of God and compassion of the Lutheran Immigration and Refugee Service and Pastor Luther Anderson, the Yang family started their new life as Americans in Fort Lauderdale, Florida.
Mr. Yang and his family settled in Kansas City, Kansas in 1980 where he paved the way for many of his Hmong family members left in Laos and Thailand to escape to the United States to pursue the American dream. Chia Chue was an elder of the Yang clan. He was a member of the First Hmong Christian Missionary and Alliance church. He enjoyed working with his hands and retired from SOR Inc., in 2008. Chue was an avid outdoorsman, skilled hunter and fisherman. Above all, Chia Chue was a family man that encouraged everyone up until his last words to love each other (“sis hlub, os”).
Services will be held at Faith Deliverance Family Worship Center in Kansas City, KS on Saturday, January 13 at 10 a.m. and 5 p.m., Sunday, January 14 at 5 p.m. and Monday, January 15 at 9 a.m. Burial will follow at 11:30 a.m. at Gate of Heaven Catholic Cemetery in Kansas City, KS.
The Yang Family would like to extend their sincerest gratitude and appreciation to all the family and friends, near and far that prayed for Chia Chue and shared in his last days. They are also eternally grateful for the love and support the First Hmong Christian and Missionary Alliance congregation has provided as we honor our father and husband one last time.
Rialino Martin Kermen
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Troy Allen "Opie" Stroble
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Troy was proud to have been born and raised in Armourdale. He was a 1988 graduate of Harmon Highschool. He was a forklift operator at Metropark warehouse, and a member of First Baptist Church of Turner. Troy was so proud of his kids and grandkids, he spent his free time with family, or fishing at Pierson Park or down at the River. Troy was a simple hardworking man, never judging anyone, he loved his farm life with his dogs and goats, he loved his Kansas City Chiefs, and his Red Chevy pickup. He will sorely be missed by all those that he touched.
He is survived by his wife, Senda Stroble of the home.
9 kids. Brandon (Bobbie Worthey) Stroble of KCK. Lisa (Richard) Moore, Trisa ( Joshua Stull) Stroble of Basehor KS. Troy (Cassie) Wynn of KCK. Donny (Dianna) Sutton Grandview, MO. Richard Stroble, Overland Park, KS. Paige Stroble, Pleasanton, KS. Kathryn Hampton, Lylian Hampton, KCK.
1 brother Michael (Sonja) Stroble, Trading Post, KS. 1 sister Lori (Lance) Brown, KCK.
15 grandchildren. Timothy, Madison, McKenzie, Alexandria, Jurney, Reymundo, Serenity, Rylee, Gabriella, Paislee, Kansas, Grayson, Malaya, Richard Jr. And Kalix. Aunts, Uncles, Nieces and Nephews. Troy was preceded in death by 1 grandson, Lathan Moore, his grandparent's, 1 aunt, 1 uncle.
In Liu of flowers the family suggests donations to help with funeral expenses.
Funeral services will be held at 10:00 A.M. Friday January 5, 2018 at First Baptist Church of Turner, 701 S 55th St. KCK with Pastor Steve Neal officiating, burial will be in Shawnee Mission Memory Gardens, Shawnee. A visitation will be held Thursday January 4, 2018 at First Baptist Church of Turner, 6:00-8:00 P.M.
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Dan K Torres
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DAN K TORRES
Dan K Torres, 79 of KCMO passed at the home on Wednesday, December 20, 2017. Service will be Saturday, December 23, 2017 at the Life Church of Kansas City, 10400 Viewhigh Drive, KCMO 64134. Visitation will be 11 am to 1 pm prior to service. Burial at Maple Hill Cemetery, Kansas City, Kansas.
Dan is survived by wife of 52 years, Alice M Torres; five children, Lindie, Gary, Erin, Danny and Ronnie; 10 grandchildren; 9 great grandchildren; brother, David Lugo; sister, Brenda Serrino and a host of family and friends.
Dan retired from the KC Water Department after 30 years. He served his country in the US Air Force as a B52 bomber tech. He was a member of The Life Church for more then 50 years. He was a hard working man and very much loved by all. Dan will be sorely missed.
Mary E. Dinneen
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MARY E. DINNEEN
Mary E. Dinneen (Acosta) died peacefully in Kansas City, KS on Saturday December 2nd, 2017 at the age of 72. Mary is survived by her husband Bob, sons Rob (wife Wendy), Darrik (wife Laura) and Jason (wife Julie), grandson Jacob, granddaughters Rylee, Tatum, and a new granddaughter in February 2018. She will be placed to rest next to her parents in San Diego, CA In lieu of flowers donation to Kansas Health System.
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Albert "Bert" Deleersnyder
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Albert 'Bert' DeLeersnyder, 89 passed away Wednesday 2/15/2017. |
r (42 years) for the Union Pacific Railroad as a derrick engineer retiring in 1990. He was a charter member and captain for the South Park volunteer Fire Dept. from 1952-1977Perry D. Selfridge Jr.
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He attended public schools in Corvallis, Oregon – and was always proud to have been elected President of the Student Body of Highland View Junior High School. Graduated from Corvallis High School in 1962, a year ahead of his class, and attended Oregon State University.
Perry married Barbara Randolph Selfridge March 8, 1969 in Renton, Washington. While working for Household Finance in the state of Washington, he was promoted and moved to Dallas Texas in 1975. He worked as a general man
ager for Treat America, and later, in Kansas City, was Vice President for Marketing and Sales for Business and Industry Health Group. He then worked as Account Executive for Clinical Reference Laboratory. He retired from CRL in 2011.Perry and Barbara had two children: Kimberly Selfridge and Krista Selfridge Hoffman, and four grandchildren, Kimberly’s daughter Brooklyn, and Krista’s sons Joshua, Jacob, and Jesse. Brooklyn married Isaiah Mendell in 2015 and provided them with great grandson Noah Perry.
Perry was the oldest of six children, and besides his descendants he is also survived by brothers Dennis Selfridge and Stan Selfridge, and sisters Beverly Farnsworth, Georgia Edwards, and Pattye Stephens
Perry was involved in the Church of the Nativity in Leawood, Kansas, from its inception, for over 30 years. Some of his involvement included being a Eucharistic minister, lector, in the choir, RCIA Sponsor, a member of the Stewardship Committee, and in February 2009 joined Knights of Columbus, Council 11067.
Perry loved golf, his Kansas City Chiefs, the Oregon State Beavers, soccer, and immensely enjoyed any and all activities with his children and grandchildren.
In lieu of flowers, Perry requested donations be made to the JPK House of Love. Contributions are tax deductible when made out to the Archdiocese of Kansas City in Kansas, mentioning “Father Gilbert Aranha’s Charity“ in the memo section. Send to: The Archdiocese of Kansas City in Kansas, 12615 Parallel Parkway, Kansas City, KS 66109
God's Kingdom has increased with the addition of this great man: loved, admired, and respected by so many. His infectious laugh will be greatly missed.
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Date: Monday, November 27th
Time: Viewing 10AM; Mass 12PM(Noon)
Location: Church of Nativity, Leawood, KS
Patricia L. Naime
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Patricia L. Naime (nee Connor), 88, of Overland Park, KS, died peacefully surrounded by family on January 17, 2017. Patricia (Patsy) was born on April 5, 1928 in Kansas City, Missouri to Gertrude and Bernard Connor. She was the second of four children and is survived by her brother Richard (Dick) Connor (Kathleen) and was preceded in death by her sister Margery Connor (Sister Carolyn Bernard C.S.J.), and Brian (Bunky) Connor (Maria). She
handsome young pediatrician, who pursued her relentlessly until she finally gave in and agreed to date him. They married on August 17, 1957 and celebrated their 59th wedding anniversary in August 2016. Patsy was a kind and giving person and gave her most precious gift, time, to Cure` of Ars Church and the Ladies of Charity. She enjoyed traveling, golf, playing bridge, and reading. Patsy loved spending winters at their second home in Naples, Florida where she volunteered as a reading tutor to underprivileged children. She was the “Queen of Hospitality” who hosted regular and weekly dinners for her large and extended family and friends. She was known for her Sunday night dinners and famous for her apple and strawberry pies. We miss her already. Patsy was a loving wife and mother and is survived by Dr. Mansour Naime and three children; Patrick Naime (Janet), Overland Park, KS; Michael Naime (Elizabeth), Colorado Springs, CO; and Mary Patricia (Molly) Dye (Gary), Overland Park, KS; and four grandchildren Lisa Naime, Scott Naime, Kendra Gonzalez, Matthew Dye, and one great-grandchild Isabelle Gonzalez and many nieces and nephews. Rosary and Visitation will begin at 11:30 am on Monday, January 23, 2017 at Cure` of Ars with the Mass of Christian Burial following at 1:00 PM. Family and friends are invited to a reception immediately following the Mass in the Father Burak Room at Cure` of Ars. 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. Kansas City Funeral Directors 913-262-6310 |
attended Loretto Academy in Kansas City and graduated with a Bachelor of Science from St. Mary’s College in Leavenworth. She then received a Master’s Degree in Social Work from St. Louis University. Patsy’s desire to help those less fortunate led her to work at General Hospital in Kansas City using her 
