Wanda Lee Sanders, age 84, was born on September 9, 1942, in Topeka, Kansas, the daughter of Carl Hudspeth and Mildred Bradley-Hudspeth. Wanda grew up in Kansas City and attended Manuel High School in Kansas City, Missouri.After High school, Wanda began a lifelong career in property management. She served as property manager of Charlie Parker Square Apartments for 35 years, later...
On June 14, 2005, Melzina “Kizzy” Love and Lavell Doolin welcomed their beautiful, vibrant flower, LaVetta Adrianna Doolin, affectionately known by her family as “Vetta Jean.” LaVetta was the third of four children born to her mother and brought a special light into the lives of those who loved her.
LaVetta experienced tremendous loss throughout her young life. On June 19,...
Madeline Yvonne Thompson, 71, passed away on October 4, 2026, at St. Luke’s Hospital in Kansas City, Missouri. She was born on January 10, 1955, in Kansas City, Missouri, to Junior Lee Thompson and Annie Grace (Hickman) Thompson.
She grew up in Kansas City and graduated from Paseo High School. After high school, she attended Penn Valley Community College. She worked...
Mildred Kirkland was born on May 16, 1948, in Anniston, Alabama, to the union of Willie B. Kirkland and France Kirkland.
Mildred attended Lincoln High School in Kansas City, Missouri. After high school she went on to work for Hallmark Cards, as a packer. She was also employed with S. A. Miller Jewelry Company, CVS, and Harold Penner, as a seamstress...
It is with great sorrow that we announce the passing of Robert Keith Weaver, our beloved brother, father, uncle, and friend. Robert departed this world on October 9, 2026, leaving behind a legacy of love and cherished memories.
Born on January 18, 1954, in Kansas City, Missouri, Robert was a man who lived life on his own terms, embodying a spirit...
Isabel Salas Jr., age 65, passed away on October 4, 2026, at St. Luke's Hospice House in Kansas City, Missouri. He was born on November 28, 1960, in Rio Grande City, Texas to Isabel Salas Sr. and Amelia (Guerra) Salas.
Isabel grew up in Leoti, Kansas, graduating from Wichita County High School. After high school, on June 25, 1979, he joined the...
Annette Black passed away on October 4, 2026, at her home in Grandview, Missouri. She was born on November 24, 1945, in Greenville County, South Carolina to the union of father, James Smith, and mother Shirley Smith. She was raised in Greenville County, South Carolina and graduated from Lincoln High School in the year 1963.
Annette worked for Black and Veach...
Introducing your new Heavy Weight Champion, The Mother of Titans, Mama Glenda!
Glenda Fuller was a mother to everyone she met. She was a comforting touch, a soft word and a bright smile, that was freely given. She was a protector and wise sage. She was fearless to let her children fan out but make them talk to people like they...
William “Charles” Frencher, age 74, of Kansas City, Missouri, passed away on September 30, 2026, in Kansas City, Missouri.
Charles was born in Doddsville, Mississippi, to the union of John Henry Frencher Sr. and Doretha Walker-Frencher, both of whom preceded him in death. He was the seventh child of 26 children.
Charles gave his life to Christ at an early age. Through his...
Lizzie Mae Rambo Ashley was born on May 14, 1935, to Emanuel Rambo and Lizzie Mae Bush Rambo in Ringgold Louisiana. She departed her beautiful life on September 29, 2026, surrounded by her loving family.
Lizzie moved to Kansas City, MO, where she married Tess Ashley on April 23, 1959, and started her family. She worked at Central High School as...
Celebrating The Life Of
Janet “JT” Timley
January 5, 1959 – September 29, 2026
Janet “JT” Timley was born on January 5, 1959, in Kansas City, Missouri. From the very beginning, Janet had a personality all of her own. She proudly claimed her birthday, with a saying that everyone who knew her will remember:
“I was born 1/5/59, and don’t forget it!”
And you certainly...
Charles E. Johnson Jr., affectionately known as “Jon Jon,” departed this life on September 29, 2026. Jon Jon was born on June 28, 1965, in Kansas City, Missouri, to the late Charles E. Johnson Sr. and Gloria Roberson Johnson.
He received his education in the Kansas City, Missouri, School District and proudly graduated from Central High School with the Class of...
Antwine Markee “Tupac” Conway, Sr., age 38, was born on April 2, 1988, at Truman Medical Center in Kansas City, Missouri, to Leona Conway and the late Kenneth V. Workcuff. He departed this life on September 28, 2026, at his home in Kansas City, Missouri.
Raised in the Kansas City metropolitan area, Antwine graduated from De La Salle High School in...
Richard Minor was born on January 30, 2010, in Kansas City, Missouri, to Kiaira D. Bolton and Richard A. Davis. On September 27, 2026, Richard’s life was tragically cut short at the young age of 16. Although his time here on earth was brief, the love and memories he leaves behind will last a lifetime.
Richard grew up in Kansas City,...