Obituary Listing

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

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....