Funeral arrangements for 98-year-old Mr. Guillermo Galang of Riverside, MO have been set. Visitation 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. April 13, 2023 at St. Therese Catholic Church, where the Rosary will be prayed at 7:00 p.m. The Funeral Mass will be celebrated 11:00 a.m. Friday, April 14th at St. Therese, with an additional visitation beginning at 10:00 a.m. A Committal Service will follow at East Slope Cemetery, Riverside, MO and subsequent reception at St. Therese Church Hall.
Guillermo Galang (98), born April 6, 1924 in Sta. Rita, Pampanga, Philippines, died peacefully on March 30, 2023, in Lawrence, KS with family at his side. Guillermo lived a rich and full life, blessed with a happy marriage of 63 years to his beloved wife, Anida, and eight children to whom he was selflessly devoted. A devout Catholic, he was a fixture at Sunday Mass at St. Therese Church in Parkville, MO with Anida, whose Catholic faith was equally strong. Together, they raised their family on the central foundation of faith in God and salvation through Christ. They lived this faith in many ways, including their lifelong generosity reflected by their generous support of extended family members and organizations such as the American Red Cross, and the Salvation Army. Guillermo had a strong work ethic, spending sixteen-hour days as a mechanic for much of his career providing the best possible life and opportunities for his family. His efforts were rewarded by the undying love and respect of his wife and all his children, several of whom went on to receive college degrees and enjoy successful professional careers, and all of whom remained dedicated to the family. He always wore a smile and loved the simplest things in life, lighting up at the sight of his grandchildren and great grandchildren, on whom he joyfully doted. He also enjoyed social events with the Kansas City Filipino community, the Kansas City Chiefs, the Kansas City Royals, the Los Angeles Lakers, and a wide variety of other sports, spending time with friends at casino outings, birthday club gatherings and regular morning breakfast meetings at McDonald’s, his love of gardening and summer long production of a variety of vegetables that he generously shared with his family and friends, and many other of life’s simplest pleasures. He entered the United States in 1987 and worked as a courtesy clerk at Hen House in the Kansas City Northland until his retirement at the age of 86. At Hen House, his cheery disposition and ever-present smile won the universal affection and admiration of fellow workers and customers alike. He was loved by all who met him and will be greatly missed. Guillermo is preceded in death by his wife Anida, son Henry, and grandsons Christopher and Joseph Galang. He is survived by sons Alex, Jun and Michael Galang, daughters Elvie Leone, Rowena Santiago, Lisa (Albret) Razon, Veronica (Enrico) Sarmiento, 18 grandchildren, and 20 great grandchildren.
The family will receive friends from 6:00 – 8:00 p.m., Wednesday, April 5, 2023 at the Meyers Northland Chapel, Parkville, MO. The Funeral service will commence at 10:00 a.m., Thursday, April 6, 2023 at Meyers Northland Chapel with Pastor Tyler Wilkins from Fellowship Kansas City officiating. Interment will immediately follow at East Slope Cemetery, Riverside, MO. Memorial contributions are suggested to the Alzheimer’s Association. Memories and condolences of Mary may be shared at meyersfuneralchapel.com 
Dorothy Vivian Anderson, 101, long-time Blue Springs resident passed away peacefully Tuesday, March 28, 2023, at her home. She was born October 13, 1921, to Francis “Duke” and Laura (Adams) Searcy in Weatherby, MO. Dorothy was united in marriage to Elmer E. Anderson on July 27, 1941 in St. Louis, MO. She spent her working career as an administrative assistant for Central Hardware in St. Louis, MO. Dorothy enjoyed traveling and cherished spending time with family, neighbors, and friends. Dorothy was preceded in death by her husband Elmer; parents, Francis “Duke” & Laura Searcy; siblings, Ermal “Pete,” Eva “Pearl” Tonkins, Elva, Troy, Gilbert, and Norman Searcy. Dorothy is survived by nieces and nephews including Wes Searcy (Chris) of Glen Carbon, IL. and Laura Heavin (Bill) of Springfield, MO. A graveside service will be held 
A Graveside Service for 61-year-old, Paul Orvos of Parkville, MO are confirmed 3:00 p.m., Thursday, May 4, 2023 at Hampton Cemetery, Kansas City, MO with Pastor Brady Testorff officiating. A Celebration of Life will follow at Al’s in Parkville, MO. Paul passed away peacefully Tuesday, March 28, 2023 at St. Luke’s Hospice House with his loving family and close friends by his side. Paul was born May 16, 1961 to Robert “Lee” and Marilyn (Morrison) Orvos in Ft. Wayne, Indiana. 
