Obituary Listing

Aug 12, 2025

In Loving Memory of Robert C. McKinney, Sr.

"Speedy" — A Life Lived in Full Motion, Across a Century of Change

1926 – 2025

With profound love and reverence, we celebrate the life of our beloved Robert C. McKinney, Sr., affectionately known as both "Mac &"Speedy," who passed away at the extraordinary age...

Aug 7, 2025

Geneva Lee Smith, beloved mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, was born to William H. Johnson and Velmar Wells. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, William A. Smith; her son, William Leonard Johnson; granddaughter, Danyell Johnson; brother-in-law, Jessie Dorn; and son-in-law, O.D. West.

Educated in the Kansas City, Missouri public school system, Geneva later...

Jul 28, 2025

Neville C. Smith, 94, of Kansas City, Mo,  passed away peacefully on July 28, 2025. Born on March 31, 1931, in Soesdyke, Guyana, Neville lived a life marked by determination, dignity, and deep devotion to his family.

He grew up in Soesdyke, where he attended Soesdyke Primary School, and later pursued higher education at Bennett College. In...

Jul 24, 2025

Lucille Ball was born on April 23, 1951, in Marks, Mississippi, to the union of Beuddy Lee Elmore and Roberta Quales. A woman of deep faith, Lucille was a devoted Jehovah's Witness and a proud member of the Westport Congregation in Kansas City.

For over five decades, Lucille called Kansas City home. She became a cherished figure...

Jul 15, 2025

Johnny Lee Gray was born on June 15, 1955, in Lubbock, Texas, to the loving union of Jessie Mae and Oscar Gray Sr. As one of nine siblings, John understood the value of family from an early age. That deep-rooted bond would become the foundation of how he lived his life—for 70 wonderful years.

John received his...

Jul 10, 2025

Ms. Pedenia Yvonne Evans, of Kansas City, Missouri, passed away peacefully on July 10, 2025.

Born on December 13, 1963, she was the firstborn of six children to the late Willie Evans Jr and

Ola Palmer-Evans. As the eldest sibling, Pedenia took her role to heart—she was not only a sister

but a...

Jul 5, 2025

Charles Lindon Adair, a man whose laughter and warmth were as boundless as his love for family and friends, passed away on July 5, 2025, in his hometown of Kansas City, Kansas. He was 50 years old.

Born on September 25, 1974, to Ruby Smith and Sylvester Edward Smith Jr., Charles was a beacon of joy and...

Jun 25, 2025

Edward L. Ramzy Jr. was born on November 4, 1978, in Kansas City, Missouri, where he would grow up surrounded by a loving family. From a young age, Ed carried a quiet strength and a loyal heart—traits that would define him throughout his life.

He graduated from Oak Park High School in 1997, and it was clear...

Jun 15, 2025

Anthony Joshua Ryan Myers was born on July 16, 1981 and departed his earthly journey on June 15, 2025. His official obituary will be posted soon.

Jun 10, 2025

Sharon Dianna Smith peacefully departed this life on June 10, 2025. A beloved mother,

grandmother, sister and friend, she touched the hearts of all who knew her with kindness,

humor and a spirit of hospitality.

Sharon was born in Kansas City, MO on August 13, 1944 to Phillip and Louise Frazier. She

Jun 6, 2025

Frazier Nesbitt was born on April 9, 1950, to the union of Mr. Jim and Missionary Katherine Nesbitt. He accepted Christ at an early age and became a member of Greater Love C.O.G.I.C. under the leadership of Reverend James Nesbitt. Later in life, Frazier joined Make-Over Ministry under the leadership of Pastor Robert Nesbitt.

Frazier enjoyed working...

Jun 5, 2025

Elizabeth Roulette, 73, was born June 9th,1951 to the union of Will Clark, Sr. and Willie Lee

Clark in Pine Bluff, Arkansas. She is preceeded in death by her parents, her siblings Paralee

Hayes, Lucille Smith, Dorothy Jackson, Josephine Scott, Will Clark Jr., Corrine Clark and Faye

Clark. After moving to Kansas City,Missouri...

Jun 3, 2025

Emma Jean Jones was born in Portageville, Missouri, to the union of her devoted parents, Willie Meeks and Iona Meeks. From the very beginning, Emma embodied a spirit of strength, love, and resilience—qualities that would define the beautiful life she lived and the legacy she leaves behind.Emma was one of several siblings in a close-knit and loving family.

Jun 1, 2025

With profound sadness and enduring love, we celebrate the life of Juvonie Eugene Minor Jr.,a beautiful soul

whose time on this earth touched countless hearts andleft a legacy that will live on for generations to come.

Juvonie was born on September 6, 1993, a Labor Day blessing at Truman Medical Center in Kansas City,

May 29, 2025

A daughter, sister, wife, mother, Nana, and dear friend who lived a life full of spreading unconditional love and support to her family, friends and community.

Marsha Kay (Smith) was born in Flint, Michigan on April 18, 1950 to Stephen and Alice (DeView) Smith. She was a beloved sister to Regina, Betsy, Denise, Laura, Stephen and Robert....

May 28, 2025

Alvertis (AL) Barbee was born on July 12, 1948 to Jeff Sr. and Annie Mae Barbee.

After graduating high school, he enlisted in the United States

Army, where he served until he was injured in combat and

awarded the Purple Heart and various other metals of honor. He

was also a...

May 27, 2025

Tamera Janae Bankston, lovingly known as Tammy to her family, was born

in Kansas City, Missouri on August 9, 1974, to Carol Bankston Davis and

Theo Bankston. She was raised in Kansas City by Carol and her bonus

father, Herbert Davis, where she lived all of her life.

After graduating from...

May 27, 2025

Paul Nsude departed this life on May 27, 2025. He will be sorely missed by his family and friends. May he rest in eternal peace.

May 23, 2025

Nancy Ann Cobb was born on March 16, 1937, in Dumas, Arkansas, to the union of William Henry Cobb and Beulah (Jackson) Cobb. Raised in a loving Christian home, Nancy developed a strong foundation of faith, resilience, hard work and compassion - values that would guide her throughout her life.

Nancy later made her home in Kansas...

May 22, 2025

Joe Annie Robinson was born on March 19, 1945 in Ruston Louisiana.

She was preceded in death by her mother, Ernestine Bonner, and sister,

Ruby Albany. She was educated in public schools of Louisiana. Joe

Annie graduated from Alto High School. She was a member of Rising

Star Baptist Church until...