Leedora Taylor, 73, departed this life on July 7, 2026, at St. Joseph Medical Center, in Kansas City, Missouri. She was born on July 4, 1953, in Steele, Missouri to Mary Maydora Taylor.
She grew up in Steele, Missouri, and graduated from Cape Central High School, in Cape Girardeau, Missouri.
She later became a CNA, working for Ratliff Nursing Home for 15...
Celebrating The Life Of
Keiara Marie Johnson
Keiara Marie Johnson, age 40, affectionately known as "Key", was born on February 18, 1986, to her parents, Allie Eugene Johnson and Joyce Marie (Daniels) Johnson. She was born and raised in Kansas City, Missouri, where she grew up with her brother Gregory.
Keiara received Jesus Christ into her life at an early age. She loved God deeply. She was...
With love, gratitude, and cherished memories, we celebrate the life of Corazon Alarcon Francisco, who peacefully departed this life on July 9, 2026, at Centerpoint Medical Center in Kansas City, Missouri, at the age of 65.
Corazon was born on December 17, 1960, in San Antonio, Cavite City, Philippines, to Ceferino Vanta Francisco and Elpedra Augustine Alarcon. She grew up in...
Life and Early Years
Kenneth D. Harris Sr., 68, was born May 4, 1958, in Kansas City, Missouri, to Joseph Harris Jr. and Barbara J. Harris. He began his education at Blessed Sacrament Elementary School in Kansas City, Missouri, and graduated from Lillis High School in 1976.
Kenneth worked for many years in the accounting field before retiring. Throughout his life, he...
Kacy's "Celebration of Life" will be Live Streamed on Shalom MBC's Facebook pageFriday, July 17th, 11a.m.
Kacy Lynn Parker, 59, passed on June 30, 2026, at the Kansas City Hospice House, in Kansas City, Missouri. She was born on November 22, 1966, to the union of S.L. Elbert Jr. and Betty Sue (Estill) Elbert. Kacy accepted Christ and was baptized at an...
Louis Henry Shears Sr. was born January 15, 1959, in Eudora, Arkansas, to the union of Leola M. Shears (Rowe) and L. C. Shears. He was the second child born of seven children.
After his family migrated to Kansas City, Missouri, they united with Greater Mount Zion Missionary Baptist Church under the pastoral leadership of first, the late Rev. Albert Colbert,...
Georgia Eleanor Covington was born on November 23, 1941, in Nashville, Tennessee, to the union of Rev. I. H. Henderson, Jr. and Ophelia B. Henderson, both of whom preceded her in death. She was the eldest of their children. On June 28, 2026, Georgia peacefully departed this life at Research Medical Center in Kansas City, Missouri.
Georgia received her early education...
Ms. Timeko LaTrice Kimber, 56, affectionately known as "Trice" and "Baby Girl", was born on October 12, 1969, in Kansas City, Missouri to Eddie Allen and Maxine (Booker) Flag.
She grew up in Kansas City, Missouri and was educated in the Kansas City Public School District, attending Paseo High School.
Later Timeko met the love of her life, Kelly Kimber. They joined...
Shaun Chadrick Clayton, 39, passed away peacefully on June 26, 2026, at home in Kansas City, Missouri. He was born in Kansas City, Missouri on October 9, 1986, to Glenn Scott Barnes and Heroline Nakomis Clayton.
Shaun attended Southeast High School where he proudly played varsity football and graduated in May of 2005. He lived life marked as a strong, yet...
John Calvin Bazzle Jr., 46, of Kansas City, Missouri, passed away on June 26, 2026. Affectionately known as “JC”, he was born in Kansas City, Missouri, to John Calvin Bazzle Sr. and Alicia Gayle (Garrett) Bazzle. He grew up in Raytown, Missouri, graduating from Raytown South High School; Class of 1998. As an adult, JC established a career in the...
Gloria Jean Bennett, age 77, passed away on June 25, 2026, at Seasons Healthcare Center, in Kansas City, Missouri.
Gloria was born on January 17, 1949, in Kansas City, Missouri to Otis Jeff Wesson Sr. and Eleanor Wesson, and attended Central High School.
Gloria was very gifted in the kitchen and worked for many years as a dietary manager and cook. She...
Claudia Renee Perryman departed this life on June 25, 2026, at her home in Kansas City, Missouri. She was born on June 2, 1962, in Kansas City, Missouri to Claude and Ida Mae Perryman.
She grew up on the west side of Kansas City, graduating from West High School. At the time of her passing, Claudia was in her 34th year...
Deacon Glen Taylor was born on August 9, 1961, in Tipville, Tennessee, to the late Charles Taylor and Dorothy Mae Scott. He later moved to Sikeston, Missouri, where he was raised and graduated from Matthew High School.
Growing up in the country, Glen developed a deep appreciation for farm life. It was there that his lifelong love for lawns, tractors, and...