Obituary Listing

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

Aug 27, 2025

Betty Lou Hoggatt was born on April 21, 1933, in Bartlesville, Oklahoma, to Sylvester Brown Sr. and Lou Anna Mayberry. She grew up with a strong sense of family, faith, and education—values that would carry her throughout her life.

Betty attended Douglas School, where she graduated with pride before continuing her studies at Langston University in Langston,...

Aug 25, 2025

Jeanette Denise Collins, beloved mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, was born on November 28, 1955, in Kansas City, Missouri, to Elbert and Claudia Collins. She departed this life peacefully on August 25, 2025, surrounded by love.

Jeanette's life was filled with joy, laughter, and adventure. She had a passion for spending time with her family, shopping, and...

Aug 20, 2025

"I have fought a good fight, I have finished my course, I have kept the faith." – 2 Timothy 4:7

Keith Marrell Ross, Sr., affectionately known to many as "Mr. Cool" and "Big Ross", was a man of strength, style, laughter, and love. He was born on November 29, 1955, in Kansas City, Missouri, to the proud...

Aug 16, 2025

Jack Edward Greer III, age 61, passed away on August 16, 2025, in Dearborn, Michigan. Born on April 3, 1964, in Memphis, Tennessee, Jack lived a life marked by dedication to education, public service, and the joy of sports shared with family and friends.

Jack graduated from Van Horn High School in 1982, where he was a...

Aug 14, 2025

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Todd Fauster, who departed this life on August 13, 2025.

Todd was born in Kankakee, Illinois, to his loving parents Joseph and Mary Fauster. He later made his home in Kansas City, Missouri, where he found a passion for landscaping and entrepreneurship.

Todd leaves...

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