Obituaries
Forest James Gates
Jul 27, 2024
Forest James Gates, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and great-grand father passed away peacefully on July 27, 2024, at Montgomery Place Nursing Home. He was born on February 2, 1935, in Sedan, Kansas, to Forest and Gertrude Gates.
Forest dedicated most of his professional life to being a truck driver, showcasing his work ethic and commitment throughout his career. In addition...
Janet Renee Ainesworth
Jul 26, 2024
Janet Renee Aineswoth age 53 passed away at Advena Living Nursing Home in Cherryvale, Kansas on Friday, July 26, 2024, after a lifetime of health issues.
Janet was born to Michael and Janice (Malicoat) Aineswoth in Bartlesville, Oklahoma. She spent her childhood and adolescence in Bartlesville where she completed her education at Bartlesville High School. Janet’s parents later divorced, but their...
Jerry Doyle Stigall
Jul 15, 2024
Jerry Doyle Stigall, 91 of Independence, Kansas passed away on Monday July 15, 2024, at Labette Health in Parsons, Kansas.Funeral services will be Friday July 19th at 10:00am at Webb & Rodrick Chapel & Crematory with military burial to follow at Mount Hope Cemetery in Independence, KS. The family will greet visitors on Thursday July 18th from 6:00 to 8:00...
Theta Dawn Hinson
Jul 6, 2024
Theta Dawn (Reid) Hinson, Age 83 passed away peacefully at home on July 6, 2024. Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m., on Friday, July 12, 2024, at Webb & Rodrick Chapel and Crematory. The family will greet visitors from 5:00-7:00 p.m., on Thursday, July 11, 2024, at the chapel. Burial will follow in Mount Hope Cemetery in Independence,...
Kenny Brown
Jun 30, 2024
Kenneth (Kenny) Murle Brown, age 75 of Independence, Kansas, passed away peacefully while surrounded by family at his home on June 25, 2024. He was born in Racine, Missouri to Murle Daniels and Ruth Ann McReynolds on April 19, 1949 and was adopted a year later by Lewis and Anna Belle Brown of Joplin.
Kenny was a remarkable man and was...
Michael DeMoss
Jun 28, 2024
David Michael DeMoss was born on January 25, 1953, in Independence, Kansas to David McFarland DeMoss and Winifred Shirley Lattin DeMoss.
A medical condition at birth left Michael with extensive paralysis of the right side of his body but he dealt with that disability with a positive and determined attitude which endeared him to all in the community who knew him.
He...
Teresa Ilene (Bly) Bell
Jun 28, 2024
Teresa Ilene (Bly) Bell, 72, Independence, Kansas went to be with her Lord and Savior on Friday, June 28, 2024 at Labette Health in Independence, Kansas. Funeral services will be held 11:00 a.m. , Wednesday, July 3, 2024 at Webb & Rodrick Chapel and Crematory with burial to follow in Mount Hope Cemetery in Independence, Kansas. The family will greet...
Robert D Daniels Sr.
Jun 25, 2024
Robert D. Daniels Sr. 90, Elk City, Kansas passed away June 25, 2024 at home. Funeral services will be held at 10:00 a.m., Friday, June 28, 2024 at The First Christian Church in Elk City, Kansas. Burial will follow in Oak Hill Cemetery in Elk City. The family will greet visitors on Friday from 9:00 a.m., until service time at...
Wynnel S. Wright
Jun 20, 2024
In Loving Memory of Wynnel Sophia Shoemake Wright
Wynnel Sophia Shoemake Wright 81, Independence, Kansas passed away on Thursday, June 20, 2023, at home. Cremation has taken place, and a celebration of life service will be held at 2:00 p.m., Monday June 24, 2024, at Truth Tabernacle in Independence, Kansas.
Wynnel Sophia Shoemake Wright, born on May 31, 1943, in Graham, Texas,...
Preston L. Edwards
May 31, 2024
Preston L. Edwards Jr., 80, Independence, Kansas passed away on May 31st, 2024 in his Independence home. Cremation has taken place under the direction of the Webb & Rodrick Chapel and Crematory. A Memorial Service open to family and friends will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Friday, June 14, 2024 at Webb & Rodrick Chapel in Independence, Kansas.
Preston was...
Opal Grace "Hazzard" Burnett
May 24, 2024
Opal Grace (Hazzard) Burnett, 96, Independence, Kansas passed away on Friday, May 24, 2024, at Medicalodge of Coffeyville. Cremation has taken place under the direction of Webb & Rodrick Chapel and Crematory. A graveside inurnment will be held at 11:00 a.m. Monday, June 10, 2024, at Yates Center Cemetery. Opal was born April 29, 1928, in Iola, Kansas to Marshall...
Ronald J. Mitchell Jr.
May 7, 2024
Ronald “Ronny” J. Mitchell Jr., 59, Mound Valley, Kansas passed away On Tuesday, May 7, 2024, at home. Cremation has been requested and Webb & Rodrick Chapel and Crematory are in charge of arrangements. A Celebration of Life will be held June 08, at 10:00 a.m at First Baptist Church in Mound Valley. Memorials in honor of Ronny may be...
Judy Louise Ortiz
May 6, 2024
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Judy Louise Ortiz, 78, On May 6th, 2024, in Independence, Kansas. She passed away peacefully, surrounded by loved ones.
She was born July 16th, 1945, in Independence, Kansas to Charles and Christine Ramsey. She was a beloved sister, aunt, mom, grandma, and friend. She touched the lives of many with...
Jerry Lee Bennett
Apr 12, 2024
Jerry Lee Benett, 85, Independence, Kansas passed away on Friday, April 12, 2024, at Ascension St. John Jane Phillips Medical Center in Bartlesville, Oklahoma. Cremation has taken place under the direction of Webb & Rodrick Chapel and Crematory and no services are currently planned. Arrangements have been entrusted to the care of Webb & Rodrick Chapel and Crematory.
Linda Schuman
Mar 27, 2024
Linda Schuman, 79, of Independence, died Wednesday, March 27. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. Tuesday, April 2 at the Grace-Memorial United Methodist Church. Interment will be at the Mt. Hope Cemetery. The family will receive friends at the church from 10:00 a.m. until 11:00 a.m. on Tuesday. The family suggests memorial remembrances to the Jimmy V Foundation...
Judith Kay Wade
Mar 24, 2024
Judith Kay Wade, 82, Havana, Kansas passed away on Sunday, March 24, 2024, at the Journey Home in Bartlesville, Oklahoma. Funeral services will be 1:00 p.m., Thursday, March 28, 2024, at Webb & Rodrick Chapel and Cremation with burial to follow in Havana Cemetery. The Family will greet visitors from 5:00 – 7:00 p.m., on Wednesday, March 27, 2024, at...
Betty Jo Gates
Mar 14, 2024
Betty Jo Gates, 91, Independence, Kansas passed away on Thursday, March 15, 2024, at The Journey Home in Bartlesville, Oklahoma. Cremation has taken place under the direction of Webb & Rodrick Chapel and Crematory and no services are currently planned. Memorials may be made to the Journey Home may be made on- line at www.thejourneyhomeok.org/donate or mailed to 900 Washington...
James W. McDonald
Mar 12, 2024
James W. McDonald, 98, of Clinton, MS., died on March 12th while recovering from an age related illness.
A graveside burial service for family members will be conducted by Webb & Rodrick on Sunday, September 1st. Rev. Mark Lyons, pastor of the First Christian Church will be officiating the burial service at the Mount Hope Cemetery.
James William McDonald was born on...
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