Obituaries

Apr 27, 2025

Byron Lee "Butch" Kelley, 81, passed on Sunday, April 27, 2025, at Ignite Medical Rehab.  A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date.

Butch was raised in the Northeast area of Kansas City where he met and married Mary Ann Tuso in 1968.  After serving in the Army, Butch started...

Apr 23, 2025

Craig Steven Accurso, "Pops", was born on April 15, 1962, and passed away on April 23, 2025.

Craig was so full of life and had a positive impact on the lives of everyone he encountered. He had an amazing ability to always see the best in people in any situation. His determination and...

Apr 23, 2025

Mr. Nghia Van Nguyen passed away April 23, 2025. Visitation and Prayer will be 6:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. on Thursday, May 1, at Church of the Holy Martyrs. The Funeral Mass will be 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, May 3, at Church of the Holy Martyrs, followed by cremation.

Apr 22, 2025

Keith Frederic Westhues, born on April 3, 1961, passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family on April 22, 2025, at the age of 64. Service will be held on Wednesday, April 30, at Our Lady of the Presentation Catholic Church in Lee's Summit, MO. Visitation will begin at 10:00 a.m. followed by the Funeral Mass at...

Apr 20, 2025

Mr. Chi Van Nguyen passed away April 20, 2025, at the age of 87. Visitation and Prayer will be 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. on Thursday, May 1; and 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. on Friday, May 2, at Passantino Bros. Funeral Home. On Saturday, May 3, at Farewell Mass will be held at 9:00 a.m. at...

Apr 20, 2025

Ms. Bich-Trung Vu passed away in Texas on April 20, 2025, at the age of 92. Visitation will be 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. on Tuesday, April 29, at Passantino Bros. Funeral Home. Burial will be at 10:00 a.m. on Wednesday, April 30, at Mt. Saint Mary's Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, contributions are suggested to St....

Apr 16, 2025

Thomas Alexander Laroque went home to be with the Lord on April 16, 2025. A celebration of his life will take place at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday, April 29, at St. Mark's United Methodist Church, 603 N. Jennings Road, Independence, MO 64056. Interment will be at a later date.

Thomas was born at...

Apr 13, 2025

Larry Richard Afrisio, born March 1, 1951, in Kansas City, Missouri, to the late Frank and Loretta Afrisio, passed away peacefully at his home on the evening of Sunday, April 13, 2025.

Along with his parents, Larry was preceded in death by his brother Frank J. Afrisio; sister-in-law Sherry Afrisio; nephews Jeff Afrisio...

Apr 3, 2025

Salvatore Joseph "Sal" Cali, 86, died peacefully on April 3, 2025.  He will be dearly missed by all who loved him.

Sal was born in Kansas City, Missouri on February 10, 1939, to Joseph and Lucile Cali.  He spent his childhood in the North End and graduated from Northeast High school.  He attended...

Apr 1, 2025

With deep sadness, we announce the passing of Adelino Davide Baldin, a gifted writer, dedicated video editor, and passionate storyteller who touched the lives of many with his words, creativity, and outgoing personality. His presence was a light to those around him, and his talent and dedication left an indelible mark with everyone that he was close...

Mar 30, 2025

Eugene F. "Gene" Keegan, 98, of Kansas City, Missouri, passed away Sunday, March 30, 2025. Visitation for family and friends will be 10:00 a.m. with the Mass of Christian Burial following at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, April 5, at St. Anthony Catholic Church, 309 Benton Blvd., Kansas City, MO. Burial with Military Honors will be at Mount...

Mar 24, 2025

Charles Edward Coulter, 70, of Raytown, MO, passed away March 24, 2025. Visitation will be from 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. on Sunday, March 30, at Passantino Bros. Funeral Home, 2117 Independence Blvd., Kansas City, MO 64124. The Funeral Mass will be 11:00 a.m. on Monday, March 31, at St. Therese Little Flower Catholic Church, 5814 Euclid...

Mar 23, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Marilyn Gulotta Frederick, 82, a remarkable woman who lived a full life as a beloved wife, dear mother, grandmother, sister, and friend. She passed away peacefully at home on March 23, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. Born on April 25, 1942, in the Northeast area...

Mar 21, 2025

Kathleen "Kathy" Pasalich, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away on March 21, 2025, at the age of 70. Kathy grew up in the Historic Northeast area, attending Holy Cross Elementary School and Glennon High School. It was there she met the love of her life, Steve, and the two were married on September 23,...

Mar 19, 2025

Ciro "Corky" Badami has crossed the finish line. Corky ran his race full throttle, with steady hands and a heart wide open. As we wave him in, we remember the legacy he left.

Corky brought love, joy, and laughter to every person he met—especially to those of us who cherished him most. Corky...

Mar 18, 2025

On the 18th of March, 2025, Susan E. Kelley, 86, died peacefully at home, surrounded by family.

Born in Denver, Colorado in 1938, Sue spent her youth exploring the Rockies, camping and fishing throughout the West with her family.  She graduated from The College of St. Theresa in Kansas City, Missouri, then moved...

Mar 16, 2025

John Giambrone passed away March 16, 2025, at the age of 74.

John was a big tipper and always started his Christmas shopping in July. He always remembered everybody and everybody's kids. He was, moreover, equally generous with the wisdom and humor he shared with all he knew. He would wax eloquent on...

Mar 13, 2025

It is with sadness that we announce the passing of Martin Alan 'Mickey' Pope, who left us on March 13, 2025, in Independence, Missouri, after a near two-year battle with cancer.

Mickey was born on August 23, 1984, in Kansas City, Missouri and was a graduate of William Chrisman High School in 2003....

Mar 13, 2025

Sylvia Leora "Lee" Ruhlman, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, daughter, sister, and aunt, passed away peacefully at the age of 96 on March 13th, 2025. Lee's life was a beautiful reflection of love, faith, devotion, and resilience. She was born on November 17th, 1928, in Stockton, Kansas, and grew up in the small town of Horton, Kansas....

Mar 12, 2025

Don Lograsso passed away March 12, 2025, at the age of 73.

Our family invites you to gather with us to share memories, offer support, and celebrate his life on Sunday, March 16, from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. at Heartland Church, 400 Lake Village Boulevard, Blue Springs, Missouri 64014. This will be...