Judy Mae Rinck
Judy Mae Rinck, 83, of rural Johnson County, Missouri, passed away Monday, May 12, 2025, in Warrensburg, MO. Judy was born Tuesday, May 20, 1941, in Holden, MO. She was the daughter of Ralph Lee Stansberry Sr. and Verna Mae Marks Stansberry. Judy was a graduate of Holden High School. She was baptized at the…
Read MoreLinda Kay Brisbin
Linda Kay Brisbin, 77 of Kingsville, Missouri passed away Saturday, May 10, 2025 at Lee’s Summit Medical Center. Linda was born July 25, 1947 in Raytown, Missouri the daughter of George B. and Edna L. (Bundren) Richardson. She was raised in Raytown, having graduated from Raytown South High School. On May 21, 1966, Linda Kay…
Read MoreBillie Gene Barton
Billie Gene Barton, 51 of Holden, Missouri passed away Sunday, May 11, 2025 at St. Luke’s East Hospital. Billie was born June 24, 1973 in Clinton, Missouri to Bill and Carolyn (Daugherty) Barton. He was born with congenital heart disease and endured heart surgeries from birth. Billie was not expected to live to 18 years,…
Read MoreReports, Passage Of Resolutions, Ordinances, Highlight Holden City Council Meeting
Departmental reports, and the passage of several resolutions and ordinances took up bulk of the Holden City Council’s Agenda when it met Thursday, May 15. Updates/Acknowledgments Holden Mayor opened the meeting of the Holden City Council with several updates on activities including a storm shelter, and police department building maintenance and improvements. He also publicly…
Read MoreShirley Jean Reynolds
Shirley Jean Reynolds, 83 of Holden, Missouri passed away Tuesday, May 6, 2025 at Holden Manor Care Center. Shirley was born July 1, 1941 in Sedalia, Missouri the daughter of Harold “Bud” Reynolds and Doris E. (Cole/Reynolds) Williams. She attended school in Raytown and Lone Jack, MO. She lived most of her life in Centralia, MO…
Read MoreHolden R-III Graduation Set For This Coming Sunday Afternoon
Parents, family members, friends and especially seniors of the Class of 2025, are eagerly awaiting Holden R-III School District’s graduation. Commencement is set for 2:00 p.m., Sunday, May 18 at the high school gymnasium. Baccalaureate is scheduled for 7:00 p.m. Thursday, May 15, also at the gymnasium. This year’s motto for for the class is:…
Read MoreDebbi Raber
In Loving Memory Of Debbi Raber May 16, 1961 – May 1, 2025 Debbi Raber, age 63, of Blue Springs, Missouri, passed away on May 1, 2025. Born and raised in Independence, Debbi was a proud graduate of Truman High School. She spent her life surrounded by family and friends, always placing love and…
Read MoreLucille Joyce Lefevre
Lucille Joyce Lefevre, 86 of Raymore, Missouri; formerly of Holden passed away Sunday, April 27, 2025 at St. Luke’s East Hospital. Lucille was born November 16, 1938 in Washington, Iowa daughter of Marion and Irene(Rotenberger) Thompson. She graduated from St. Mary’s Catholic High School in Riverside. She was united in marriage to Ernest P. Lefevre,…
Read MoreKingsville Livestock Auction Throws Surprise Party For 45-Year Employee
Tuesday, April 29, proved to be a very special day at Kingsville Livestock Auction, as Pat Ring was honored for her amazing 45 years of service with the company. Employees, past and present co-workers, family, friends and well-wishers joined in the celebration complete with a big “Thank You’ cake, punch, and a lot of…
Read MorePhilip (Tony) Anthony Lagud
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Philip (Tony) Anthony Lagud on April 17, 2025, at the age of 52. Tony passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by the love of his family, after a courageous battle with cancer. Born in Kansas City, Missouri, Tony was the eldest son of Philip…
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