Robert James Collins Jr., affectionately known as, "Heavy D", passed away peacefully on May 22, 2025, at the age of 75, in the care of Kansas City Hospice. Robert Jr. entered this world on April 14, 1950, in Jones Town, Mississippi, second born of ten children to his loving parents, Robert James Sr. and Florida (Bell) Collins.
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On a radiant Sunday morning, May 24, 1998, in Kansas City, Missouri, Isaiah Davion Daniel entered the world. This was a day that marked the beginning of a life filled with light, energy, and boundless love. Born to loving parents, Jesse. E. Daniel Jr. and Nakia Wilson-Daniel, Isaiah was a gift—an answered prayer—and from his very first breath, he...
Jordan Nichole Gipson was born on September 24, 1994, in Cape Girardeau, MO to Scott and Alanna Gipson.
Jordan grew up in Overland Park and Olathe, KS. She attended Olathe East High School in Olathe, KS. After high school she followed in her dad’s footsteps and entered into the restaurant business working at McDonald’s, Taco Bell, Panera...
Darlene Michelle Sonnier, 61, of Kansas City, Missouri, passed away peacefully on May 21, 2025, at the Kansas City Hospice House, surrounded by the love of her family.
Darlene was born on August 30, 1963, in Kansas City, Missouri, to Richard Lee Henderson Sr. and Orene Louise (LaMasters) Henderson. She is preceded in death by both of...
Sue Lene Davis passed away at her home on May 19, 2025. She was born on June 23, 1945, in Kansas City, Kansas, to Reverend Esau and Minnie L. Jackson. She was the second born of three daughters and one son.
Sue was a “preacher’s kid”. She was raised in a household where faith was both taught...
Shenelle Altha Johnson was born on August 30, 1969, in Kansas City, Missouri to Emanuel Steward and Sadie Johnson.
On May 18,2025 God called one of his most precious angels home. She is preceded in death by grandfather, Ralph Johnson Sr; grandmother, Altha Mae Johnson; grandfather, Jessie Steward Sr.; grandmother, Victoria Steward; stepfather, Billy Ray Green; son:...
Oscar Melton Shelby Sr. was born in Rosedale, Kansas, on July 30, 1934, to Emmett and Mary Helen Shelby. He was the last surviving brother out of thirteen children. Oscar passed peacefully on May 17, 2025, in the comfort of his loved ones. He is preceded in death by his parents; three sisters: Mildred Andrews, Carrie Roby, and Albertina...
Dovie Lee Simmons was born on July 17, 1930, in Little Rock, Arkansas, to Will Simmons and Lillie Williams. Dovie made her peaceful transition from this life on Friday, May 16, 2025, in the comfort of her home.
Dovie received her education through the Little Rock, Arkansas School District. At the age of 20, she moved to...
Rose Marie (Blewett) Adams was born on January 3, 1957, in Kansas City, Kansas, to the loving union of Mary and Donald Blewett. She passed away on May 15, 2025.
From an early age, Rose exuded warmth, compassion, and a deep sense of responsibility—qualities that would define her life and legacy.
She began her education...
Willie 'Grace' Parker was born on January 30, 1936, in Lake, Mississippi, to Eddie and Carrie Parker Sr. She was the fourth of ten children from that union. Growing up in a large and lively household, Grace loved spending time with her siblings. She especially cherished tagging along on adventures with her big brother Johnnie—whether hunting or exploring. She...
Londell Guess was born February 12, 1948, in Kansas City, MO. Londell was the sixth child of seven born to Escue Henry Guess and Ophelia Nettie (Roberts) Guess. He was proceeded in death by both parents and five siblings: Earl "Gene", Annetta "Nett", Henry "Jr.", Milton "Danny", and Wendell "Ronnie".
Londell accepted Christ and was baptized at...
JL Thomas entered this world on March 1, 1931, in Creston, Louisiana, to loving parents Wade and Josephine Thomas. He was the youngest among 10 children. JL’s journey was shaped by the cherished memories and legacies of his parents, 4 brothers, 5 sisters, and wife Essie Lee who all preceded him in death.
At an early age,...
Layla Amore Freeman, 21, of Kansas City, MO, passed away on May 13, 2025, on her 21st birthday. Known for her compassion, faith, and unwavering kindness, Layla touched the lives of many. A graduate of Crossroads Preparatory Academy, she continued her education at Lincoln University and Metropolitan Community College, earning her CNA certification. In 2024, she joined the IRS...
Robert Wesley Moore Jr. was born March 10, 1984. The eldest child of Robert Wesley Moore Sr. and Diedra Henderson.
From a young age, Robert embraced his faith, accepting Christ early in life and being baptized at Bread of Life Outreach Ministries in Christ under the leadership of Leroy Sullivan.
A graduate of Schlagle High...
Arthur C. Kennedy Sr., 77, passed away on May 13, 2025, in Kansas City, Missouri. He was born on July 28, 1947, in Graysville, Alabama, to Arthur Edward Kennedy and Eardene Pritchett Kennedy. He grew up in Graysville, Alabama. He loved animals; in fact, he taught a pigeon to fly away, come back, and land on his arm. He...
Lerome T. Evans was born August 13, 1971, in Kansas City, MO, to RC Robinson and Alice Evans.
He received his education from the Kansas City, Missouri School District and graduated from Southwest High School in 1989. After high school, he began working for Allegion, where he worked for 20 years.
Rome passed away peacefully...
Larry Darnell Jones was born August 30, 1952, at the University of Kansas Medical Center, in Kansas City, KS, to the union of Willie Melvin and Bertha Lee McCloud-Jones.
His parents, his sister Willa Ann Jones-Fields, and brothers Melvin, Dwight, Mark, and Michael Jones preceded him in death.
Larry was educated in the Kansas City,...