Bennie Jean Price-Russ
September 13, 2026
Words From Bennie Jean Price-Russ
Born in 1948 in Silsbee, Texas to Benjamin Price and Gladys Johnson. She is one of 8 children. She joins her sister’s and brothers Mozelle, Willie Davis (Dub or WD), David, Carolyn, and Donnell. She is now in the hearts of her sister Helen Jean and her brother Robert (Patricia) Price. I have 2 children: Gladys Gale...
Alexandria Janae Riley-Nelson
September 22, 2026
Alexandria Janae Riley-Nelson began bringing joy into this world on September 17, 2001, in Kansas City, Missouri, wrapped in the love of her parents, André and Jessica Riley.
Alex was a devoted family member and friend, capable of fierce love and never afraid to challenge the formalities and expectations of life. Above all, she was full of life, curiosity, humor and...
Morris F. Leapheart, Jr
September 21, 2026
Morris Leapheart, Jr. — affectionately known to all whose lives he touched as "Daddy Morris" — passed away peacefully on Monday, September 21, 2026, in Kansas City, Missouri, surrounded by the deep love of his family. At 86 years old, he leaves behind a legacy rooted in faith, perseverance, and a heart large enough to hold every person who crossed...
Chanelle Lashawn Hill-Ross
September 15, 2026
Chanelle LaShun Hill-Ross was born April 25, 1976, to the union of Billy G. Hill and Ruth “Rudy” A. Hill. She was affectionately known as “Ma” by her husband, “Snelly Bell” by her Auntie Ann and “Maw Maw” by her grandbabies, passed away on September 15, 2026, at University Hospital in Kansas City MO.
She was born and raised in Kansas...
Anthony Lewis Shelby
September 12, 2026
Anthony Lewis Shelby, age 65, affectionately known as, "Tony", was born in January 1961 to Cecil Alford Shelby and Frances Rubetta (Boyd) Shelby.
On Saturday, September 12, 2026, the Lord called Tony home to his eternal resting place. He was preceded in death by his parents and his brother, Brian Shelby.
Tony was a devoted Christian. He often sat and read the Bible...
Naylani Nicole Jones
September 11, 2026
Naylani Nicole Jones entered this world on March 10, 2026, bringing with her a love and light far greater than her tiny frame could ever hold. Though her time here was far too brief, the love she created will last for generations.
From the moment she arrived, Naylani was surrounded by love. She was a beautiful baby girl with the sweetest face,...
Norman D. Groves
September 9, 2026
Bro. Norman Dean Groves was born October 30, 1952, to Elder Elmer Groves, Sr and MaryAnn Russell Groves in Kansas City, MO; and is the eldest of eight children. Whenever Norman spoke with his siblings, when he started the conversation, he’d always let them know this is ‘Big Brother Norman’ so they’d always recognize his position.
Norman is preceded in death...
Decedrick Martze Douglas Sr.
September 8, 2026
Decedrick Martze Douglas Sr., age 43, of Jefferson City, Missouri, passed away on September 8, 2026, at St. Luke’s Hospice House in Kansas City, Missouri, surrounded by loved ones. He was born October 20, 1982, in Little Rock, Arkansas, to Janice Marie Douglas and Dennis Lee Holley. Decedrick was raised in Dumas, Arkansas, by his beloved grandmother, Mary Williams, in...
Tajre M. Bass Hill
September 7, 2026
Tajre "Dre" Malik Bass Hill, 28, passed away on September 7, 2026, at Research Medical Center. Tajre was born to Brandon Bass and Tasha Hill. Tajre grew up in Grandview, Missouri. He graduated from Excelsior Job Corps Center, where he obtained his GED, and was qualified to lay cement. Tajre won Student of the month at the Job Corps Center...