Jamesetta Y. Dennis

Jamesetta Y. Dennis

February 2, 2025

Jamesetta Yvonne Dennis, 74, departed this earthly journey into Glory on Friday February 2, 2025, at the KC Hospice House in Kansas City, MO. She was born on March 4, 1950, in Kansas City, KS to Emma Jean Pipkin, in which she was the first of four children. She was raised by her grandparents Luella Campbell & Frank Francis....

Henry L. Hicks, Sr.

Henry L. Hicks, Sr.

February 1, 2025

Henry Lee Hicks Sr, also known as Big Jim, passed away on February 1, 2025, at his home in Kansas City, Missouri. He was born August 27, 1934, in Ashdown, Arkansas to Lillie Thompson (Jones) and Ruben Hicks.

Henry enlisted into the United States Army in 1954 and served in the Vietnam War. He served his country...

Evelyn D. Frierson

Evelyn D. Frierson

January 31, 2025

Life Reflections pending

Dominique N. Johnson

Dominique N. Johnson

January 30, 2025

Dominique N. Johnson, 40, was born on January 12, 1985, in Kansas City, MO to her parents Guy and Patricia Johnson. Her father, Guy Johnson; Avery Powell; grandparents, Gilbert Williams, Sr.; and Aaron and Dollie Jamison, all preceded her in death.

Dominique Attended Central High School where she obtained her high school diploma.

She accepted...

Kimberly White

Kimberly White

January 29, 2025

Kimberly White-Washington, 63, departed this life on January 29, 2025, at her home in Kansas City, Missouri.  She was born on January 28, 1962, in Los Angeles, California to Charles William White and Earline Gillum.

She grew up in Kansas City, Missouri and graduated from Lincoln Preparatory Academy.  After high school, Kim attended Longview Community College in...

Taheem D. Parker

Taheem D. Parker

January 28, 2025

Taheem Davon Parker, 1 year old, departed this life on January 28, 2028, at Children’s Mercy Hospital in Kansas City, Missouri.  He was born on September 15, 2023, to Davon Aleeia Parker.

Taheem had the most adorable, beautiful dimples.  He was happy and so energetic. We saw greatness for his future and knew that he would be...

Billie Jean Shaw

Billie Jean Shaw

January 28, 2025

Billie Jean Shaw was born on January 29, 1941, in Grenada, Mississippi to the union of Charlie William Smith and Sabra Esther Brown-Smith. She was the seventh of nine children. She is preceded in death by her parents, her husband Lawrence D. Shaw; her sons, Larry E. Shaw and Christopher D. Shaw; granddaughter BreOnna N. Shaw. Billie Jean was...

Jerry L. Pointer

Jerry L. Pointer

January 27, 2025

Jerry L. Pointer passed away on Monday morning, January 27, 2025 at CenterPoint Medical Center in Independence, Mo. Jerry was born on April 13, 1952, in Pine Bluff, Arkansas to Willis Shane & Eloise Pointer. He gave his life to Christ at an early age and was baptized at Spruce St. Matthews Baptist Church under the leadership of Pastor...

Willa M. Mitchell

Willa M. Mitchell

January 27, 2025

Willa Mae Mitchell, 81, passed away January 27, 2025, at the home of her daughter, in Grandview, Missouri. She was born March 28, 1943, in Emporia, Kansas to Leonard and Ila Mae Grider. Losing her mother at the age of 3, she spent her early years in Eudora, Kansas, being cared for by her grandmother, Edna Mae Grider. Later...

Donna M. Nelms

Donna M. Nelms

January 26, 2025

Donna Marie Ashley Nelms, 83, a lifelong resident of Kansas City, peacefully completed her earthly journey on January 26, 2025. She leaves behind a legacy of faith, love, and dedicated service to her family, church, and community.

She was born on September 2, 1941, in Kansas City, Missouri. Donna was the beloved daughter of Jesse and Morris...

Elder Robert A. Pruitt

Elder Robert A. Pruitt

January 26, 2025

Surrounded by family, Elder Robert Alvin Pruitt of Grandview, Missouri passed sweetly at home with his beloved wife and children on January 26, 2025.

Elder Robert A. Pruitt was born on October 2, 1941, in Helena, Arkansas, to the late Pearl and Charles Pruitt.

At age 21, Elder Robert Pruitt became a Pastor who passionately...

Reginald T. Harmon

Reginald T. Harmon

January 24, 2025

Reginald Tyrone Harmon, 63, passed away on Friday January 24, 2025, at The University of Kansas Medical Center. Reggie was born November 14, 1961 in Kansas City, Missouri to Cecil D. Williams and Barbara L. Harmon. Reggie was preceded in death by both parents, three brothers; Roderick (Ricky) Smith, Gary Williams and John Williams  and both maternal and fraternal...

Raymond J. Newton  Sr.

Raymond J. Newton Sr.

January 24, 2025

The sun rose brightly on August 27, 1945, heralding the beginning of a remarkable journey for Raymond Jesse Newton Sr., born in Tulsa, OK. Raymond entered the world as a beacon of hope, joy, and purpose, destined to touch countless lives with his unwavering stamina, heart, and resilience.

From an early age, Raymond radiated a rare brilliance...

Annette Barnes

Annette Barnes

January 23, 2025

Annette was born May 9,1960, in Chicago, IL to Jimmy and the late Mable Barnes. She was the second of her mother’s three children.

Annette attended Lucy Flowers High School and dreamt of one day becoming a sign language teacher.  After high school, Annette later went on to work at the South Water Market in the 1980’s...

Odis Jones

Odis Jones

January 22, 2025

A Time to Be Born

Odis Jones (lovingly referred to as June Bug), was born April 28, 1939, to Rev. Walter Jones Sr. and Lilie Mae (Bradford) Jones. Odis was the second child out of eight children.

He was preceded in death by both Paternal and Maternal grandparents, both parents, two brothers, Curtis Jones, and...

Ida K. Meeks

Ida K. Meeks

January 22, 2025

Life Reflections Currently Pending

Daija A. Ammons

Daija A. Ammons

January 21, 2025

Daija Ammons passed away on January 21, 2025, at Lincoln University in Jefferson City, MO. She was born on May 5, 2002, in Kansas City, MO to Darryl Ammons Jr. and Keisha Ammons. She grew up in Kansas City, MO and graduated from Allen Village High School. Daija attended Lincoln University in Jefferson City, MO where she was studying...

Brenda S. Hogan

Brenda S. Hogan

January 19, 2025

Brenda Hogan was born in Rinson, Arkansas to Henry Poplar and Sarah Ann Marshall. Brenda at 10 years old moved to Star City, Arkansas after the death of her mother. Brenda went to Lincoln High School in Star City, Arkansas. In 1972 Brenda married Leo Hogan and to this union was one child, a son, Taiwan Demonte Hogan. Leo...

Ronald B. Andrews

Ronald B. Andrews

January 19, 2025

Ronald Brenard Andrews, beloved father, grandfather, and friend, passed away peacefully on January 19, 2025, at the age of 67 in Kansas City, Missouri. He was born on November 2, 1957, in Omaha, Nebraska to Ervin and Ruby Dell Andrews.

Ronald gave his life to Christ at an early age and Faith Temple Church of God in...

Carlos D. Biggs

Carlos D. Biggs

January 18, 2025

Carlos Biggs, 74, was born November 1, 1950 in Texas to Aubyn LaJean Hunt. A devoted spouse of 28 years, Carlos spent his life contributing to his community, and building lasting friendships. Carlos was a graduate of Paseo High School Class of 1969,  He was a natural entrepreneur with a passion for creating and building businesses. Over the years,...