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Tessa Jackson

Tessa Jackson

Mar 18, 2025

I was born on April 7, 1944, in Topeka, Kansas, and departed this life on the day March

18, 2025. My parents were, Paul Kirkland Jackson and Mabel Reese Jackson (Schiele),

grandmother, Mary Douglas, step-father Rev. Gerald Schiele and my brothers, Paul

Cagie Jackson, Douglas Edward Jackson, John Anthony Jackson, my daughter Lisa...

Norma  V. Trigg

Norma V. Trigg

Mar 17, 2025

Norma V. Trigg of Kansas City, Mo. passed away peacefully on Monday March 17, 2025. Norma was born on May 1,1958 in Kansas City, Missouri to Gloria and William Trigg.

Norma's life began and ended with her only child, and son, Jameel. Norma dedicated her life to providing Jameel with love and everything she could buy him....

Michael  Mcquitty

Michael Mcquitty

Mar 16, 2025

Michael McQuitty Sr. was born on January 26, 1987, to Marla McQuitty and Melvin Thomas. He departed this life peacefully on March 16, 2025, in Kansas City, Missouri, at the age of 38.

He was preceded in death by his beloved sister, Mariah McQuitty-Gilyard; great-grandmother, Mary McQuitty; grandfather, Frank Robinson Sr.; great-grandparents, Luther and Helen Robinson; uncle,...

Michael Herron

Michael Herron

Mar 15, 2025

Michael Herron was born January 31, 1970, to the union of Alton Herron and Mary Jean Herron at St. Luke's Hospital in Kansas City, Missouri. From an early age, Michael accepted Jesus Christ as his personal Savior, grounding his life in faith and love.

He was educated in the Kansas City Public School District and attended Southeast...

Earestine "Tina" Berry

Earestine "Tina" Berry

Mar 12, 2025

Tina Berry (Earnestine Berry) was born on April 16, 1941, to proud parents Joe Watson and Victoria Tyson-Watson in Texarkana, Arkansas. She was educated in the public school system of Texarkana and later made Kansas City, Missouri, her home. Tina was full of life, humor, and warmth—she never met a stranger and had a special gift for making everyone...

Harriett Nancy Hankins

Harriett Nancy Hankins

Mar 12, 2025

Harriett Nancy Hankins was born on July 18, 1957, in Kansas City, Kansas, to proud parents that preceded her in death, Leon Jackson and Evelyn Hankins. From an early age, Harriett displayed a warm and caring spirit that would touch the lives of everyone who had the pleasure of knowing her. She was raised in Kansas City, where she...

Joan "John"  Pujols

Joan "John" Pujols

Mar 11, 2025

John O. Pujols (born Joan Oscar Pujols), 44, passed away in Kansas City, Missouri on March 11, 2025. He was born on March 4, 1981, in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic, and immigrated to the United States with his father in 1993. John joined the U.S. Navy right after high school, serving proudly until 2004 on board the USS Detroit...

Marquel  Spratling

Marquel Spratling

Mar 7, 2025

Marquel Spratling was born on June 20, 1974, in Pine Mountain, Georgia, to Peggy Spratling. He was a man who embodied love, loyalty, and dedication to his family and his faith. Marquel accepted Christ at an early age and was a devoted member of St. Peter CME Church, where he served faithfully in many ministries, including the choir, CYF...

Sandra  Wallace

Sandra Wallace

Mar 2, 2025

Sandra Elizabeth Lewis Wallace, a cherished member of the Bethel African Methodist Episcopal church and beloved daughter, sister, aunt, cousin, and friend, entered into heavenly glory on Sunday March 2nd, 2025. Born on December 26, 1946 in Omaha, Nebraska, Sandra was the beloved daughter of the late Presiding Elder Sanders Howard Lewis, Sr. and Mrs. Mary Davis Lewis.

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Sheila Annette Battles

Sheila Annette Battles

Feb 28, 2025

Sheila Battle, a devoted wife, loving mother, and cherished grandmother, passed away peacefully on February 28, 2025, in Kansas City, Missouri. Her life was a beautiful reflection of love and a heart devoted to serving others.

Born on August 23, 1953, in Kansas City, Missouri, to her proud parents Herman and Dorcas Bell, Sheila grew up with...

Willie  Orlando Taylor

Willie Orlando Taylor

Feb 27, 2025

Willie Orlando Taylor, 67, passed away peacefully on February 27, 2025, surrounded by his loving family. A devoted husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle, cousin, and friend, Willie's presence brought warmth and joy to all who knew him.

Born March 1, 1957, Willie dedicated his life to serving others, retiring after a distinguished 32-year career as a Kansas...

Gerald  B.  Jordon

Gerald B. Jordon

Feb 25, 2025

Gerald B. Jordan "Jerry" departed this earthly life on Tuesday, February 25, 2025 at St. Lukes Medical Center.

He was born on March 4, 1939 to Samuel Jordan and Mildred Martin Jordan in Kansas City, Missouri.

Jerry grew up in Kansas City, Mo. and attended the Kansas City Public School District. He began working with...

Janie Belle  Budgett

Janie Belle Budgett

Feb 16, 2025

Janie Belle Budgett was born on March 23, 1945, to loving parents John Wesley Martin Sr. and Mamie C.L. O'Neal in Jenkinsville, South Carolina. She was preceded in death by both parents; her sisters, Helen Cargile, Roberta Pete, Olivia Martin, Juanita Brown, and Aurtis Martin; her brothers, John Wesley Martin Jr., Howard Martin, Curtis Martin, Lonnie Martin, Lionel Martin,...

Alma D Esquivel

Alma D Esquivel

Feb 14, 2025

Alma Delia Esquivel nació de sus amorosos padres, Leonardo Esquivel Martinez y Jacinta Luisa Ronquillo, en la ciudad de México, el 15 de Febrero de 1971.

Alma era una persona muy amable y bondadosa. Siempre apoyaba a quienes necesitaban ayuda y era extremadamente servicial. Sus hermanas y hermano son muy unidos pero Alma era el pegamento de...

Tayro Stevenson

Tayro Stevenson

Feb 14, 2025

Tayro A. Stevenson, lovingly known as Chris, was born on Wednesday, February 26, 1975, at St. Joseph Hospital in Kansas City, Missouri, to Ora Lee Stevenson and Tayro Christanio. He departed this life on Friday, February 14, 2025, at Belton Regional Medical Center, surrounded by the love of his family. Chris was a proud Kansas City native who grew...

Norma  "Teresa" Pope

Norma "Teresa" Pope

Feb 12, 2025

Teresa Pope began her life journey on November 18, 1954, in Kansas City, MO, to Sullivan Rainey and Janie Alberta, both of whom preceded her in death. She was also preceded in death by her siblings, Ronald E. Cook and Deborah A. Cook, and her beloved son, Kevin Osler.

Teresa received her early education at St. Joseph...

Charles Johnson

Charles Johnson

Feb 7, 2025

Charles David Johnson, was a beloved husband, father, brother, uncle, friend, and mentor, who departed this life on February 6, 2025, at the age of 56. His departure leaves a void in the hearts of all who knew him. Charles was born on January 2, 1969, in Rowher, Arkansas. He was a cherished member of both his family and...

Maria  Yensi Ruedas Santos

Maria Yensi Ruedas Santos

Feb 6, 2025

Maria Yensi Ruedes Santos was born to loving parents Alberto and Maria Ruedas in La Libertad El Salvador on July 22, 1989. She ultimately made her home in Kansas City, Mo 2004.

Maria was a very kind, good person. She always supported everyone that needed help and was always extremely helpful. She was a very hard worker...

Helen Louise  Johnson

Helen Louise Johnson

Feb 3, 2025

Helen Louise Johnson was born on October 30, 1947, in Waukegan, Illinois, to her loving parents, Johnny and Alena Abrams. She peacefully departed this life on February 3, 2025, surrounded by her devoted family.

A hardworking and dedicated individual, Helen spent 45 years employed at Burger King, where she built lasting relationships and was known for her...

Lena Mae Coleman

Lena Mae Coleman

Feb 2, 2025

Lena Mae Coleman departed this earth on February 02, 2025.  She will forever live in the hearts of all those who loved her.

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