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Michael  James Hill

Michael James Hill

Dec 2, 2025

Michael Hill was born in the Bronx, New York, to loving parents James Hill and Virginia Maxey. From an early age, Michael developed a strong sense of independence, humor, and resilience that shaped the way he lived and connected with others throughout his life.

Michael was a proud father to all of his children and held deep...

Brianna  Martinez Bedolla

Brianna Martinez Bedolla

Nov 23, 2025

It is with great sadness that we share the passing of Brianna Martinez Bedolla. Information will be updated as soon as possible.

William  Wilson

William Wilson

Nov 22, 2025

William Montell Wilson was born on August 23, 1979, to Deborah Wilson and Roy Johnson. He was the third of four sons, following his older brothers Raymond and Royce, and was a proud big brother to Wesley. He also shared a blended family with his cousins Dustin Wilson and Saviah Wilson. Together, the five of them navigated the challenges...

Michele  Denise Anderson

Michele Denise Anderson

Nov 19, 2025

Michele Denise Anderson was born on April 2 1964 to Ruby Lee Smith and Malcolm Roy Adair who preceded her in death. On November 19 2025, Michele entered eternal rest, leaving behind a life story filled with love, resilience and a joyful spirit that touched everyone who knew her.

Michele was educated in the Kansas City Kansas...

John D.  Watson

John D. Watson

Nov 8, 2025

John Watson was born in Clarksdale, Mississippi, on September 14, 1944, to Jesse Watson Sr. and Mary Gates Watson. He later moved to Kansas City, where he attended the Kansas City Public School District and built a life centered on family, love, and hard work.

John worked in fiberglass for fifteen years before retiring from Butler Steel...

Deborah  Paulette  Thomas

Deborah Paulette Thomas

Nov 3, 2025

Deborah Paulette Thomas, 75, of Kansas City, Missouri, peacefully transitioned on November 3, 2025. Born on February 6, 1950, in Tulsa, Oklahoma, Deborah built a beautiful life in Kansas City filled with laughter, love, and unforgettable memories that will forever remain in the hearts of those who knew her.

Deborah was a devoted mother to her two...

Connie Mae  Barrett

Connie Mae Barrett

Nov 2, 2025

Connie Mae Barrett was born in Little Rock, Arkansas on November 14, 1936 to Lester Hamm and Maegladys Nichols. From the very beginning, Connie carried a gentle spirit and a giving heart that became the foundation of the beautiful life she lived.

She attended the public schools of Wynne, Arkansas, before making Kansas City, Missouri, her home....

Lisa  Wright

Lisa Wright

Oct 31, 2025

Lisa Allen Wright, beloved mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away on October 31, 2025. Born on September 2, 1958, Lisa brought light, laughter, and compassion into every life she touched.

Lisa was the cherished daughter of the late James N. Allen and Elsie M. Allen and the devoted

sister of the late James "Butch"...

Helen  Ann Chaffin

Helen Ann Chaffin

Oct 30, 2025

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Helen Ann Chaffin, her official obituary will be posted in the upcoming days. Please continue to post your tributes, stories and memories of Helen to her tribute wall.  The family wishes to thank everyone for their acts of kindness during their time of bereavement.

Daraylah Dior  Woods Harrison

Daraylah Dior Woods Harrison

Oct 25, 2025

Da'Raylah Dior Woods Harrison came into this world on June 7, 2025 at University

Health in Kansas City, Missouri, bringing joy, laughter, and light to everyone blessed

to meet her. T hough her time with us was brief, the love she gave and received will be

carried in our hearts forever. On October...

Martha  Mary  Bohannan

Martha Mary Bohannan

Oct 18, 2025

Martha Mary Bohannan was born in Douglasville, Georgia, to John and Tessie Arnold Hindman. Throughout her life, she exemplified hard work, faith, and kindness.

As an adult, Martha worked for many years in housekeeping and antique stores. She made history as the first Black woman to manage a store on The Country Club Plaza. Later, she opened...

Rommie  Lee Richardson

Rommie Lee Richardson

Oct 12, 2025

Rommie Richardson was born in Queen City, Texas to the late Wardell and Idhellia Richardson. He was preceded in death by his parents, brothers Lorenzo and Wardell Richardson, sisters Shirley Lightsey and Velma Lewis, and nephews Lynn and Dennis Richardson.

Educated in the Texarkana, Texas public schools, Rommie graduated and continued his education at the University of...

Charles  Douglas Henderson

Charles Douglas Henderson

Sep 23, 2025

Charles Douglas Henderson, a man whose laughter and love left an indelible mark on all who knew him, departed his earthly journey on the 23rd of September, 2025 in Kansas City, Missouri. Born on the 31st of May, 1953, in the warm community of Sibley, Louisiana, Charles, embarked on a journey that would span over seven decades, culminating in...

Laverne  Simpson

Laverne Simpson

Sep 21, 2025

LaVerne Simpson was born to Dwight McNeil and Irma R. Agosto on January 3, 1971. She is preceded in death by her nephew Malik Jackson, her sister Michelle Jackson, her uncle Elijah Pickens Jr, grandmother Hattie E. Pickens of Gallion, AL, Grandfather Elijah Pickens, Sr of Gallion, AL.

LaVerne later moved to Atlanta,Georgia where she was baptized...

Jonathan  Brandon

Jonathan Brandon

Sep 21, 2025

Celebrating the Life of Jonathan "Big John" Brandon

Jonathan Brandon, affectionately called "Boo" by his wife and fondly known as "Big John" to many others, was born in Huntsville, Alabama, and raised in Kansas City, Missouri. On Sunday, September 21, 2025, he entered eternal rest, leaving behind a legacy of faith, love, and service.

Jonathan...

Jax  Emerson  Smith

Jax Emerson Smith

Sep 19, 2025

In Loving Memory of Jax Emerson Smith

On the very day he entered this world, sweet Jax Emerson Smith spread his tiny wings and returned to Heaven. Though his time here was brief, the love he brought will remain forever etched in the hearts of those who dreamed of holding him longer.

Jax leaves behind...

Betty  V. Mcdonald

Betty V. Mcdonald

Sep 16, 2025

Betty McDonald, 82, was called to her eternal rest on September 16th 2025 at St.Luke Medical Center in Overland Park,Kansas with her daughter and family by her side. Betty was born on September 3,1943 in Kansas City, Kansas to Leven and Agnes Bass McDonald, who preceded her in death. She was the 12th child of this union. Betty was...

Herman Lewis  Bartlett

Herman Lewis Bartlett

Sep 15, 2025

Herman Lewis Bartlett was born on June 20, 1946, in Louisiana. From a young age, he displayed a curious mind and a love for understanding how things worked. This interest led him to attend Southern University, where he pursued studies in engineering. His education provided him with both knowledge and a lasting discipline that guided his life's work and...

Kyle Wheeler

Kyle Wheeler

Sep 14, 2025

Kyle Scott Wheeler, born March 13th, 1983, passed away at the age of 42 on September 14th, 2025. He left behind two sons, Sean Wheeler, 20, and Jason Wheeler, 17, his mother Kim Wheeler, 67, his honorary brother Matt Sill, aunt Karen Mattison, uncle David Wheeler, and several cousins.

Kyle was his mother's pride and joy. As...

Katherine  Brown

Katherine Brown

Sep 13, 2025

In Loving Memory of Katherine "Peach" Brown

Katherine "Peach" Brown was born on June 26, 1953, in Greenville, Mississippi, to her devoted parents John Wesley Bingham and Mary Jane Akins. From an early age, Peach carried a fiery spirit and a heart full of compassion. She was known for her fierce determination, generous soul, and her deep...

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