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12/26/2025

Will you or a loved one need Medicaid assistance to cover long-term care someday? If so, check out this article to learn some little-known tips on how funeral planning can help you spend down to qualify for Medicaid.

Wanting to spend down for Medicaid but not sure where to start? Click here to learn how funeral preplanning may help you qualify!

12/25/2025

May you feel the friendship, warmth, and joy of those you love this season. Merry Christmas!

12/24/2025

Are you ready to refresh your space before hosting for the holidays? Take a look at an interior designer’s rules for arranging your furniture!

Interior designers have developed a set of rules you can use to ensure you're arranging your furniture in just the right way to look beautiful and be a comfortable space for you to enjoy.

12/23/2025

Barbie Ann Daum, 61, of Grain Valley, MO passed away in hospice on December 18, 2025 ending her three year battle with breast cancer.

After attending Lexington High School, she completed her degree in Computer Systems at DeVry University. Barbie then worked for 19 years as an IT professional with one of the largest law firms in Kansas City.

As the daughter of a country singer who was also an Air Force veteran, Barbie loved her “Daddy”, Country Music, and the USA. (in that order)

She was active in The American Legion, hosting Kareoke at Post #499 in Blue Springs for over a decade. As a patriot, she took pride in hosting the Legion’s annual 4th of July picnic.

Her “Daddy” was the only person who could call her on the phone when the Chiefs were playing, and heaven help anyone who ever called her “Barbara”. She would immediately correct them with “it’s Barbie not Barbara”using a tone that made it clear that she was NOT joking.

Preceded in death by her Mother Eveleen Anson Daum of Lexington, MO and Stepmother Jane Rhodes Daum of Batesville, AR.

She is survived by William Daum Sr of Batesville, AR (father), Terry Daum Wentland of Higginsville (sister), Douglas Daum of Louisville, KY (brother), and William Daum Jr of St Louis (brother)

Barbie requested that there be no funeral service. Her cremated remains are to be scattered at her favorite place by her family.

In lieu of flowers, friends can make a donation in her honor to The Susan G. Komen Foundation at www.komen.org

Memories and condolences may be left at www.LedfordFamilyFH.com.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Walker-Nadler-Fuller Funeral Home, 1720 South Street, Lexington, MO 64067, 660-259-2245.

12/23/2025

12/22/2025

Shirley Ruth (Hamilton) Owen, 81 of Mayview, Missouri passed away on Sunday, December 21, 2025, at home surrounded by her loving family.

A memorial graveside service will be held at 10:00 a.m., Thursday, January 8th, 2026
, at Missouri Veterans Cemetery, 20109 Bus, MO-13, Higginsville, MO, 64037. Memorials are suggested to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. Memories of Shirley and condolences for her family may be left at www.LedfordFamilyFH.com or on our page. Arrangements have been entrusted to the Walker-Nadler-Fuller Funeral Home, 1720 South St., Lexington, MO, 64067, 660-259-2245.

Shirley was born on July 2, 1944, in Vernon, Texas to Ocie Guy and Wilhemina Catherine (Gaebler) Hamilton. She graduated from Lockett High School in Lockett, TX. On May 28, 1966, Shirley was united in marriage to Gary Thomas Owen in Lexington, MO. He preceded her in death on April 14, 2013. Shirley was mainly a homemaker who took care of her family. She was a member of multiple horse clubs throughout her life. In addition to spending time with her family and friends, Shirley enjoyed working with horses, raising dogs, leatherwork, and participating in living history reenactments.

Shirley is survived by three children, Davin Eugene Owen of Mayview, MO, Todd “Skip” Benjamin Owen and wife Kelly of Sweet Springs, MO, C**t Jacob Owen and significant other, Jeffrey Golson of Ranchester, Wyoming, and an adopted like son, Larry “Son” Ownby, of Sweet Springs, MO; two grandchildren, Karrington Owen and fiancé Caleb Drake and Isaac Owen; one brother, Ocie “Cork” Hamilton and wife Vera of Vernon, TX; and many nieces, nephews, relatives, and friends.

In addition to her parents and husband, Shirley was preceded in death by four brothers, Louis Hamilton, Guy Hamilton, John Hamilton, and Thomas Hamilton.

12/22/2025

12/21/2025

It’s official—sweater weather is here! Time to enjoy the frosty charm of the season! As we celebrate the first day of winter, what outdoor winter activities are you looking forward to?

12/19/2025

Is there a grieving child in your life this holiday season? If you’d like to learn several ways you can offer support and love when times of grief arise, check out this helpful article with 10 compassionate actions you can take to care for yourself and a grieving child this Christmas.

Is there a grieving child in your life this Christmas? Check out these 10 suggestions for ways you can offer support over the holidays.

12/19/2025

This time of year really is one of the most wonderful seasons of the year - because we get to spend it enjoying beloved traditions with family and friends! What's one of your favorite holiday memories that reminds you that it truly is a wonderful life and a heartwarming season?

12/17/2025

Online shopping is more popular than ever, especially during the holidays. However, not all sites have good intentions for buyers. Click the link below to learn how you can keep your shopping merry instead of dreary! cutt.ly/7-holiday-season-tips

12/16/2025

Have you heard of Wreaths Across America Day? It’s a day set aside to honor our fallen veterans and servicemembers by placing a beautiful wreath on their graves. Their courage and sacrifice are not forgotten, and today, we honor their memory and their lives.