Nhia Tong Thao
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Nhia Tong Thao
Born July 24, 1942
Passed June 17, 2020
Nhia Tong was born in Xiengkhoung, Laos, to Xeng Chang Thao and Xai Her. The 2nd oldest of 9 children, Nhia Tong was always helping his parents make a living, farming. He has always been an industrious, creative person, farming, basket weaving and always very handy. He has always been involved in community events as well as leading within the Hmong community helping and advising with weddings, funerals and was willing to teach everyone interested in learning our culture.
In Laos, Nhia Tong also served in the Special Guerilla Unit (SGU), fighting the communist Vietnam alongside the American troops. Coming to America in 1979, he brought his small family, including his mother, and settled in Houston, TX for only a month before moving to Kansas City, Kansas, where he has resided since.
Nhia Tong was preceded in death by Youa Her in 2018(married in 1960 and had 5 children). Their 2nd oldest child, Choua, passed away when she was only 4, and are survived by 2 sons: Num Yeeb and Teeb, 2 daughters: Shoua and Jamie, and 13 grandchildren.
Nhia Tong is also survived by his youngest brother: Ntxhi Pov, 4 sisters: Pang, Zoua, Yer, Mee and many nieces and nephews. And through his 2nd wife, he is also survived by step children as well as many step grandchildren.
Dad will always be remembered as a kind, loving, generous father, grandfather, uncle, husband and brother to all of us. He is missed every single day.
Sandra "Sam" McGinnis-Burke
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SANDRA "SAM" MCGINNIS-BURKE WAS CALLED TO HER HEAVENLY HOME JUNE 17, 2020. "SAM" HAD ALL THE CLASSY SOUTHERN BELL CHARM, AS WELL AS HER O.G. ATTITUDE WHEN CALLED FOR. "SAM" BIG, BOLD AND BEAUTIFUL. SHE LEAVES BEHIND HER LOVING HUSBAND HENRY "BIG HANK" AND A HANDFUL OF HER SELECTED SISTERS AND BROTHERS SHE CALLED FAMILY. SHE WILL FOREVER LIVE IN THEIR HEARTS.PRIVATE SERVICE
Levi Conejo Ramirez
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Levi Conejo Ramirez 25 años , falleció en Kansas City Kansas el 8 de Junio del 2020, El servicio funerario se llevará acabo viernes 19 de Junio del 2020 , de 5:00pm a 8:00pm en Abundant Harvest Church, 4830 Shawnee Drive, Kansas City Kansas 66101.El resto del servicio se llevará acabo en Guanajuato Mexico.
Debido al Covid-19 abra la siguientes restricciones : solamente adultos . Limitado solamente 80 personas en la iglesia. Debe traer su Cubre bocas en todo momento. Cada persona al entrar deberá dar su nombre y numero telefónico esto es para si se necesitaría contactarlos. NO BEBIDAS!! NO COMIDA!! Adentro De la Iglesia. Gracias x comprender las restricciones de la Iglesias.
Levi Conejo Ramirez
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Levi Conejo Ramriez, 25, of Kansas City, Kansas passed away on June 8, 2020. Funeral service will be held on Friday, June 19, 2020 from 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm at Abundant Harvest Church, 4830 Shawnee Drive, Kansas City, Kansas 66106. Burial will take place in Guanajuato, Mexico. Covid-19 restrictions at the church are as follows: adults only due to a 80 person church limit; masks must be worn at all times; each person entering the church must sign in with their name and telephone number for contact tracing; and no food or drink is allowed in the church. Thank you for understanding the current restrictions at the church.
Jeffrey Leon Jonscher
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Jeffrey Leon Jonscher, (59), of Tonganoxie, Kansas, passed away peacefully with his family by his side on June 10, 2020. Visitation will be held at 10:00 am on Tuesday, June 16, 2020, at Christ the King Church, Kansas City, Kansas, with the funeral Mass to immediately follow at 11:00 am. Private inurnment will follow at a later date.
Jeffrey was born January 19, 1961, the son of Robert F. Jonscher, Jr., and Phyllis G. Munsey Jonscher. He worked for many trucking companies, finishing his career with
Preceding him in death were his father Robert Jonscher, Jr., stepmother Lorene, and mother, Phyllis G. Munsey Tumey, stepfather Bobby. He is survived by his loving wife, Chimane D. (Reno), sons Jeremy and Jeffrey, Jr., daughters LeShae Miller and Chelsea Miller. His brothers Robert Jonscher, III (Rita), Raymond Jonscher (Debbie), sisters Shana Tumey-Aubuschon (Ernie), and Lisa Jonscher. His grandchildren, Kody, Marley, Kamdyn, Kameron, and Raegan along with several aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, and cousins. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to either American Lung Association www.Lung.Org, or directly to the family to help with final expenses. Condolences may be expressed to the family at KC Funeral Directors www.kcfuneral.com.
Carla Jessica Walsh
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Carla will be lovingly remembered by her children, Sharon & Fred Riccardi, Roy & Donna Walsh, Barbara & Fred Goduti, Renée & David Garnett and her daughter-in-law, Awilda Walsh. Her relatives in Santiago, Chile were deeply loved by Carla and visited her often. She is predeceased by her husband, Roy, her son, Patrick Walsh, her brother, Franco Giangrandi and her grandson, Dylan Garnett. She also leaves behind 12 nephews and nieces, 12 grandchildren, 26 great grandchildren and 3 great-great grandchildren.Besides being very talented and intelligent, Carla will be most remembered for her love of family, friends and faith. Her loyalty and devotion to her group of friends lasted over 40 years and was expressed in celebrations and tea parties filled with food and laughter.
Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated on Monday, June 15th at 10:00am at Sacred Heart of Jesus Catholic Church, 5501 Monticello Road, Shawnee, KS 66226. Those attending should sign up to attend on the church website: http://shoj.org/WalshFuneralReservations/.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the following causes:
Kansans For Life www.kfl.org/donate/
Sacred Heart Catholic Church http://shoj.org/charitable-giving/
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Marie Paonessa
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Marie Paonessa passed peacefully into eternal rest on May 9, 2020, at the age of 88 in Overland Park, Kansas. Although she was a true New Yorker she adjusted well to Midwest Living and enjoyed her time at Tallgrass Creek Retirement where she spent her last 12 years, becoming an avid Chiefs and Royals Fan. She developed many close friendships with the residents and enjoyed being nearby to her daughter, son-in-law and grandchildren. She was born in 1931 to Theresa Funiciello and Felix Mattia. After her father’s passing, her mom remarried and she was adopted by Anthony Soriero. She married John Paonessa, a regional Golf Pro in New York, on May 28, 1952 and they spent 48 wonderful years together until his death in 2000. During their 48 years together she stayed home and cared for her children. After all their children left for college she developed a love for Golf which carried on for the rest of her life. Besides Golfing Marie enjoyed reading, she volunteered weekly at the Library, the beach, (until she moved to the Midwest) swimming, and spending time with her family. She also enjoyed watching old movies and was an unlikely Game of Thrones fan. Marie was very generous in everything she did and never forgot a birthday or a special event.
Marie is the loving mother of Bruce (Michelle) of Brightwaters, NY, and Lynn Morris (Allen) of Overland Park. She was predeceased by her son Richard (Tina Cary) in 2019. Cherished grandmother of Ryan, Jennifer, Alanna (Nick), Deven, Nicole and Brian. Dear sister of Pamela Hansen. She was predeceased by her brother Rodney and sister Beverly. Marie lives on in the hearts of those who loved her.
A Funeral Service will be held at St. Michael the Archangel Catholic Parish in Leawood, KS on July 13.
Johnny F. Borst, Sr.
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Johnny F. Borst, Sr., 81, passed away May 24, 2020 in Kansas City, Kansas. Due to current restrictions funeral services will be private.
Johnny was born in 1939 in Russell, Arkansas to Ralph and Cathrine Borst. He moved to Kansas City, KS and was a lifelong resident. Johnny loved making potato soup and having his cans of coke. Johnny always enjoyed watching old westerns to pass the time. He also enjoyed fishing – going seining and frog fishing often.
Johnny was preceded in death by wife, Jeane Borst; granddaughter, Siarra Culbertson; and parents, Ralph & Catherine Borst. He is survived by daughter, Cindy Hersh(Dave); daughter, Beverly Chrisman; son, Johnny Borst, Jr.(Sandra); daughter, Sherri Culbertson(Andrew); son, Jimmy Borst(Michelle); and many grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and friends.
Teresa de Jesus Escobar Franco
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Teresa de Jesus Escobar Franco, 49, of Kansas City, KS passed away peacefully at home on May 25, 2020. Due to current restrictions the family has chosen to hold private family services with burial at Maple Hill Cemetery in Kansas City, KS.
Teresa was born in Durango, Mexico to Maria de Socorro Franco Perez and Angel Escobar. She married Jesus Manuel Castro and had one son, Jesus. Teresa was preceded in death by her father, Angel. She is survived by her husband, Jesus; her son, Jesus; her mother, Maria de Socorro; and many more family and friends. She will be deeply missed and never forgotten.
