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Curtis Tony Tillman
Aug 27, 2016
Curtis Tony Tillman, 79, KCMO, passed away on August 27, 2016. He was born August 31, 1936 in Collin, Georgia to Rudolph Tillman and Lola Surcency. His parents and brothers, John Tillman and Rudolph Tillman, Jr. preceded him in death. Curtis was educated in the public schools of Reidsville, Georgia. He accepted Christ as his personal Savior and later...
Ester Mae Sharpe
Aug 25, 2016
Ester Mae Sharpe, 77, was born August 23, 1939 in Shreveport, Louisiana. Her mother, Inez Cage; father, William Coleman; brother, William Coleman, Jr.; sister, Beatrice Smith and son, Donnie Sharpe, Jr. all preceded her in death. Ester was educated in the public schools of Shreveport and moved to Kansas City at a young age. Ester was united in marriage...
Carl Ellsworth Jackson, Jr.
Aug 25, 2016
Carl Ellsworth Jackson, Jr., 73, KCMO, passed away on August 25, 2016. He was born November 7, 1942 to the union of Carl E. Jackson, Sr. and Blanche Hornbuckle in Kansas City, Missouri. He was preceded in death by both parents and his elder peers, Bobby Maples, Phyllis Johnson, and Veoma Gaynell Vaughns; and a nephew, Craig Johnson. Carl...
Albert Murray Jr.
Aug 20, 2016
Albert Murray, Jr., 79, was born December 2, 1936, in Mound Bayou, Mississippi to Albert Murray, Sr. and Van Veola Armstead.He was preceded in death by both parents, and his brothers Henry and Willie Murray. Albert was educated in the public schools of Mound Bayou, Mississippi.He worked as a dump truck driver and also shared a window washing business...
Elvern Stewart
Aug 19, 2016
Elvern Stewart, 85, was born March 17, 1931 in Azan, Arkansas to Ozie and Mary F. Stewart. To this union seven siblings were born. He was preceded in death by his siblings, James Stewart, Artie Mae Lattimore, Leavdor Stewart, Otis Stewart and Jettie Mae Yearby; and a son, Ronnie Stewart. Elvern attended Chow Training School in Chow, Arkansas and...
Doris Grace Franklin
Aug 19, 2016
Doris Grace Franklin, 89, was born October 16, 1926 in Texarkana, Arkansas to the late John and Jessie Stuckey. She was the fifth of eight siblings all of whom gone on to Glory. Doris matriculated to Kansas City, Kansas at a very young age where she lived with family. She was educated at Sumner High School and was a...
Sharon L. Lee
Aug 16, 2016
Sharon L. Lee, 68, KCMO, passed away on August 16, 2016. She was born August 26, 1947, to Mary Louise Dunn and Henry Lee in Hartshorne, Oklahoma. Sharon graduated from Hartshorne High School and was in the nursing field for many years. She obtained several nursing certifications throughout her 40-year career. Sharon was employed by Shawnee Mission Medical Center...
Johnny L. Felder, Jr.
Aug 15, 2016
Johnny L. Felder, Jr., 39, of Raytown, Missouri, was born May 6, 1977 in Kansas City, Missouri to Johnny Sr. and Annetta Felder. Johnny passed away on August 15, 2016. After graduating from Westport Senior High, Johnny continued his education by earning his Bachelor's degree from Oral Roberts University and a Master's degree from Benedictine College. He was well-studied...
Delia Mae Hatch
Aug 15, 2016
Ms. Delia 'Dede' Hatch, 64, was born July 6, 1952 in Kansas City, Missouri. She was the eldest of five born to the union of Mr. Provine 'Little' Hatch, Jr. and Mrs. Modie Lee Hill Hatch, both whom preceded her in death. She departed this life on August 15, 2016. Even though Dede was mentally challenged, she graduated from...
Dennis Laroy Johnson, Sr.
Aug 15, 2016
Dennis Laroy Johnson, Sr., 62, KCMO, passed away on August 15, 2016. He was born March 20, 1954 in Kansas City, Missouri to Leo and Cecil D. Johnson who both preceded him in death. Dennis attended and completed his elementary education in the Kansas City, Missouri public school system. He graduated from Paseo High School, class of 1972. During...
Wilbur Hawkins Edwards
Aug 15, 2016
Wilbur Hawkins Edwards, affectionately known as 'Will Dogg', 66, passed away during the early morning hours on Monday, August 15, 2016. He was born January 16, 1950 in Kansas City, Missouri to the late Theria Luther Brown and Mildred Edwards. His brother, Earl Reece; sister, Audrey Newton, and daughter, Tish Blunt all preceded him in death. Wilbur received his...
Lonnie D. Leach
Aug 12, 2016
Lonnie D. Leach, 52, Grandview, Missouri, passed away on August 12, 2016. He was born May 1, 1964 to Louvell and Edith Jean (Whatley) Leach in Catahoula, Louisiana. He is survived by his wife, Valarie Williams; sister, Leisa Leggs (Charles); a host of other relatives and friends. Private disposition. Services conducted by Duane E, Harvey Funeral Directors. Condolences may...
Elbert Henderson
Aug 12, 2016
Elbert Henderson, 74, passed away on August 12, 2016. He was born January 13, 1942 in Kansas City, Missouri to the late Mary Henderson and Mr. Pearson. His mother; father; step-father, Earl Bradshaw; brother, Merritt Tucker; sister, Earline Henderson and aunt, Glendora Henderson also preceded him in death. Elbert was educated in the public schools, attending Wendell Phillips Elementary...
Rosa Mae Whitted
Aug 10, 2016
Rosa Mae Whitted, 73, KCMO, answered the Master's call on Wednesday, August 10, 2016. She was born November 17, 1942 in Plumerville, Arkansas to Edward McDaniel and Mildred Lambert McDaniel. Her parents; son, Darrell 'GPaw' Whitted; grandson, LeAunte Brown-Whitted; two sisters, Margaret Everette and Edna Byers, and one stepbrother, Sam McDaniel all preceded her in death. Rosa was educated...
Barbara Louise Warren
Aug 5, 2016
Barbara Louise (Morton) Warren, 68, was born January 5, 1948 in Fort Smith, Arkansas to Clarence and Mildred Morton. Her father preceded her in death. Barbara was educated in the Kansas City Missouri School District, graduating from Manual High School in 1965. Barbara was a hard worker who held various positions throughout her life, most recently being in the...
Elmer Bryant Jr.
Aug 4, 2016
Elmer Bryant, Jr., 71, affectionately known as 'June Bug', was born July 3, 1945 to Velma and Elmer Bryant, Sr. in Kansas City, Missouri. He was preceded in death by both parents; his brother Rudolph, and sister Sandra. Elmer was educated in the Kansas City, Missouri school district and later obtained a GED. He was a dedicated employee of...
Cary Leon Smith
Aug 4, 2016
Cary Leon Smith, 47, KCMO, passed away on August 4, 2016. He was born December 20, 1968 in Kansas City, Missouri to Thomas Leon Smith and Barbara Ellen (Williams) Smith. His father preceded him in death. As a lifelong area resident Cary was educated in the public schools of Kansas City, Missouri, attending Southeast High School. For many years...
Damond Demont Haynes
Aug 2, 2016
Damond D. Haynes, 38, entered a new life on August 2, 2016. He was born August 23, 1977 to Jeffery R. Robinson and Gladys M. Haynes in Kansas City, Missouri. He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Clarence and Barbara Robinson, and Raymond and Eula Haynes. Damond was baptized at Good Samaritan Church at an early age. He...
Carolyn Marie Jackson
Jul 29, 2016
Carolyn Marie Jackson, 75, KCMO, passed away on July 29, 2016 at her home. She was born January 4, 1941 in San Antonio, Texas to Cornelius Armstrong and Mamye Marie Wright Armstrong. She was preceded in death by both parents; brothers, Bobby (JoNell) Armstrong and Edwin H. Green; and sister, Velma Lampkin. Carolyn was an active member of Sanctuary...
Denise A. Gayle
Jul 28, 2016
Denise A. Gayle, 32, KCMO, passed away on July 28, 2016. Funeral services will be Saturday, August 6, 11:00 a.m. at Forest Grove Baptist Church - KCKS. Interment Memorial Park Cemetery - KCKS. Visitation will be from 9:00-11:00 a.m. at the church. Services conducted by Duane E. Harvey Funeral Directors. Condolences may be shared on our website.
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