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Charles Henry Sherpy
October 28, 2024
Charles Henry "Chuck" Sherpy, 73, of Kansas City, Missouri, passed away peacefully on October 28th, 2024, after a short battle with cancer.
Chuck was born on March 30th, 1951, to Henry "Hank" Sherpy and Lora Sherpy (nee Roberts) in Independence, Missouri. He was a loving father, father-in-law, and grandfather. Chuck is survived by...
Gina Suzanne Lopez
October 28, 2024
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Gina Suzanne Lopez, who left us far too soon at the age of 44. Gina was a cherished wife, mother, daughter, and friend whose warmth, humor, and boundless spirit touched all who knew her. She is survived by her loving husband, Jimmy Lopez; her adored children,...
Gabriel Vargas
October 25, 2024
Gabriel Vargas was born on March 24, 1935, and passed away peacefully at home on October 25, 2024, at the age of 89 after losing his fight with kidney disease. Gabriel was surrounded by family and friends at home during his passing in Kansas City, Missouri.
Gabriel was the 8th and first boy...
Laura (Digiovanni) Tucker
October 24, 2024
Laura Virginia (DiGiovanni) Tucker, 80, of Leawood, Kansas passed away peacefully at home on October 24, 2024, with her loving family by her side.
Laura was born on January 6, 1944, in Kansas City, MO, and attended Southwest High School. She met the love of her life Jim in 1960, and they were...
Florence Ann Distefano
October 22, 2024
Florence Ann Distefano, our loving mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away peacefully on October 22, 2024, surrounded by family, and is now home with her Lord and Savior.
Florence was born January 28, 1935, in Kansas City, Missouri, to the late Vito and Anna (Burasco) Grigoli. She was a graduate of Glennon high...
Grace Ann Simsheuser
October 21, 2024
Grace Ann (Barnes) Simsheuser, 71 passed away on October 21, 2024, at KU Medical Center, surrounded by her loved ones.
Grace Ann was born September 21, 1953, in Kansas City, MO. She was a loving mother, sister, aunt, friend, and especially a grandmother / "Noni".
She worked as a...
Alfonso Lozano Martinez
October 19, 2024
Alfonso Lozano Martinez, age 82, of Kansas City, Missouri, passed away October 19th, 2024, peacefully at home. Services will be held on Monday, October 28. Visitation will be 10:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at Passantino Bros. Funeral Home, followed by the Funeral Mass at 1:00 p.m. at Holy Cross Catholic Church. Burial will be at Mt. Washington...
Patricia Jane Ganzer Burke
October 15, 2024
Patricia Jane Ganzer Burke, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully at her home on October 15, 2024. She was born to William and Jane Rawles Ganzer on December 26, 1936. Pat was an only child who grew up in Historic Northeast, where she had a passion for skating, softball, swimming, dancing, and playing the...
Donald Raymond Mcgarrigle
October 13, 2024
Lieutenant Commander Donald R. McGarrigle, USN (Ret.)
July 11, 1932 – October 13, 2024
Lieutenant Commander Donald R. McGarrigle, a decorated U.S. Navy veteran and devoted family man, passed away October 13, 2024, at the age of 92. Born in San Bernardino, California, on July...
Maria Josephine Accurso
October 12, 2024
Maria Josephine Accurso (née Brancato) passed away on October 12, 2024, surrounded by her loving family. Maria was born on July 11, 1940, to Mario and Josephine (Prestigiacomo) Brancato. She was a blessing to her parents, arriving 8 years after her brother Nate and 12 years after her brother Sal. Maria's grandfather, Salvatore Brancato, started Fairyland Park...
Gentleman Van Nguyen
October 12, 2024
Mr. Gentleman Van Nguyen passed away October 12, 2024 at the age of 69. Visitation will be 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday, October 22, at Passantino Bros. Funeral Home. The Funeral Mass will be 10:00 a.m. on Wednesday, October 23, at Holy Rosary Catholic Church. Cremation will follow.
Joseph Anthony Mingrone, Jr.
October 10, 2024
Joseph Anthony Mingrone, Jr., passed away October 10, 2024, at the age of 69. Visitation will be 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. on Tuesday, October 15, at St. Charles Borromeo Catholic Church. The Funeral Mass will be 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday, October 16, at St. Charles Church.
Joe was born on January 15,...
Salvatore "Sam" Gerard Joseph Schembri
October 10, 2024
Salvatore "Sam" Gerard Joseph Schembri, 68, passed away on Thursday, October 10, 2024, peacefully in the arms of his beloved wife Catherine, at The University of Kansas Medical Center.
Sam was the son of Angelo and Virginia (LaRosa) Schembri, born on July 9, 1956, in Kansas City, Missouri. He attended Garfield Elementary and...
Sandra (Tuccillo) Lalumia
October 10, 2024
Sandra Alexis (Tuccillo) Lalumia, 82, of Independence, MO, passed away peacefully on October 10, 2024, at St. Luke's Hospice House.
Born on June 7, 1942, Sandy was married for 56 years to the love of her life Anthony "Tony" Lalumia, and they were seldom apart. For 37 years they operated Carlitos Restaurant where...
Carol Ann Martinez
October 9, 2024
Carol Ann Martinez, 80, of Knob Noster, Missouri, passed away unexpectedly October 9th, 2024.
She moved to Kansas City, MO in her late teens, where she met the love of her life and married for 56 years. She is survived by her husband Rafael Martinez, and three beautiful daughters Julie Sirna (Anthony Jr.),...
Mary The Tran
October 8, 2024
Mrs. Mary The Tran passed away October 8, 2024. Visitation and Prayer will be 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. on Friday, October 18, at Passantino Bros. Funeral Home. Family and Friends will gather on Saturday, October 19, at Church of the Holy Martyrs, where the Funeral Mass will begin at 10:00 a.m. Burial will be at Mt....
Annette M. Lasalle
October 7, 2024
Annette M. LaSalle, 75, passed away October 7, 2024, at her home. Services will be held on Saturday, October 12, at Holy Rosary Catholic Church. Visitation will begin at 11:00 a.m. with the Funeral Mass at 12:00 p.m. Burial will be at Mt. Saint Mary's Cemetery.
Annette was born on December 27, 1948,...
Carl Joseph Capra, Jr.
October 1, 2024
Carl J Capra, Jr., 76, of Kansas City, Missouri passed away peacefully on October 1, 2024.
He is survived by his sons, Chris Drummond (Toni) and Jacob Capra, six grandchildren, and two great-grandchildren. He is also survived by his sister, Lucia Ornelas (Jose), Jerry Capra (Christine), and Liz Mease (JR), and many nieces,...
Angelo Joseph Christofano
September 30, 2024
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Angelo Joseph Christofano, who left this world on September 30th, 2024, surrounded by the love of his family. Born on March 22nd, 1929, in Kansas City, Missouri, Angelo lived a life rich in experiences, laughter, and love.
Angelo graduated from De La...
John Richard Montano, Jr.
September 27, 2024
John Richard Montano, Jr., born in San Bernardino, CA on May 24, 1974, passed peacefully surrounded by his wife and kids in his Raytown home September 27, 2024.
He was a U.S. Army Veteran who served on Active Duty from 1994 - 1997 in Kuwait with the 1st Battalion, 12th Infantry and Korea...
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