July 3, 2025

Diana M. Hudson (Tootie), 77, was born December 20, 1947, to Syrus and Jessie Johnson in Kansas City, MO. She departed her physical life on July 3, 2025, in her home surrounded by family.

Diana accepted Christ as her savior at a very young age as a St. Joseph Catholic School student and church attendee and later converted to Baptist as...

July 2, 2025

Shelton Bernard Brown Jr., affectionately known as “Porkey,” was born on August 24, 1967, in Kansas City, Missouri, to Abdul Salam Wadud, formerly known as Shelton Bernard Brown Sr. and Jewell Mae (Taylor) Jackson.

At an early age, Shelton accepted Christ as his Lord and Savior. He knew exactly where his strength came from and often leaned on his faith during...

June 30, 2025

Reginald Johnson, age 69, passed away on June 30, 2025, at Riverbend Heights in Lexington, Missouri.

Reginald was born on April 14, 1956, in Roses Valley, St. Elizabeth, Jamaica, to Sylvester and Muriel (Foster) Johnson. He grew up in St. Elizabeth, where he attended Roses Valley Primary School. Reginald worked alongside his father as a farmer before moving to the United States, where...

June 29, 2025

June 28, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Antonio Cordan Jackson, who departed this life at the age of 40 in Kansas City, Missouri. He was born on May 8, 1985, to Anthony Jackson and Linda Yancy.

Antonio was raised in Kansas City, Missouri, where he received his education in the Kansas City Public School District. 

He was known...

June 28, 2025

Martha Willingham, 67, passed away on June 28, 2025, in Kansas City, MO. She was born on February 21, 1958, in Jersey City, NJ, to Ernest Cureton and Lillian Kearse.

She grew up in Jersey City, NJ, and graduated from Lincoln High School c/o ’76’ in Jersey City, NJ.

After high school she furthered her education by attending school to become a...

June 21, 2025

Ronnika Deonna "Ni Ni" Brock was born on September 3, 1991, in Kansas City, Missouri, and passed away on June 21, 2025.

Ronnika attended Ruskin High School and was a loving daughter, sister, mother, and friend. She had a vibrant personality and a heart full of kindness. Her beautiful smile lit up every room, and her presence brought joy to everyone...

June 19, 2025

Denise Janelle Clayborn, 37, gained her wings on June 19, 2025. She was born on September 16, 1987 in Kansas City, Missouri. Her parents are Diane Meade and Lanorth Meade (Butchie). Denise grew up in the Raytown area and graduated from Raytown High School. During her high school years she was a member of the KC Marching Sizzlers Drill Team....

June 18, 2025

Sarah departed this earthly world on June 18, 2025, peacefully at her home with her daughters at her side. God decided Sarah had spent 81 years here on earth and her time was up. We all will miss Sarah so much, but God knows best.

Sarah was born to the union of William G. Allen Sr and Elizabeth (lizzie) Harrison Allen...

June 17, 2025

William “Bill” Wesley Grant II, a man whose laughter could fill a room and whose friendship knew no bounds, passed away peacefully on June 17, 2025, at Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital in Dallas, Texas. He was 71.

Born on January 21, 1954, in Kansas City, Kansas (Wyandotte County), Bill was the son of the late Ethyleene Grant and William Wesley Grant...

June 15, 2025

Arron Lamont Hall Jr, 18, passed away on June 15, 2025, in Kansas City, Missouri. He was born August 20, 2006, in Kansas City, Missouri to Arron Lamont Hall Sr. and Vanessa Chanel Collins. He grew up in Raytown, Missouri where he attended Raytown High School. After high school he attended Job Corps in Excelsior Springs, Missouri where he studied and...

June 15, 2025

De’Ron Corteas McHenry, age 18, passed away on June 15, 2025, at Research Hospital in Kansas City, Missouri. He was born on December 2, 2006, in Kansas City to Michael McHenry and Deanna Miles.

De’Ron attended East High School and later Grandview High School, where he excelled both academically and athletically—especially in basketball, a sport he deeply loved.

He was employed at...

June 14, 2025

Born May 29, 1962, Annette Martin in Leflore County, Mississippi. She was the 5th of 12 children born to Essie Davis and Charles Martin Sr. Annette grew up in North St. Louis, MO where she attended St. Louis Public Schools until she enrolled in Excelsior Springs Job Corps where she obtained her CNA License. Annette relocated to Kansas City, MO....

June 13, 2025

Calvin LaSalle Maddox Jr., affectionately known as "Boo" passed away on June 13, 2025. He was born on November 25, 1982, in Kansas City, Missouri to Calvin LaSalle Maddox Sr. and Debra Garner-Maddox.

Calvin grew up in Kansas City. He was educated in the Kansas City Public School District, graduating from Metro Tech High School. After high school he attended MCC-Longview College...

June 9, 2025

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June 8, 2025

It is with heavy hearts and deep love that we announce the passing of Dennis Keith Porter, affectionately known as "FuFu Red". He departed this life on June 8, 2025, at the age of 64. Though Dennis may be gone from our sight, his light, laughter, and love will forever remain with us.

Dennis Keith Porter was born to Johnnie Belinda...

June 6, 2025

Moniecea Downs, affectionately known as *Chellie* or *Mo*, entered eternal rest on June 6, 2025. She was preceded in death by her beloved mother, Willa Mae Ronny; her stepfather, Eddie Gober; her maternal grandparents, Lonzie and Mollie Ronny; paternal grandparents, John and Ruby Foreman; and a host of other cherished relatives.

Chellie was born on July 28,...

June 5, 2025

Barbara Jean McKinzy, affectionately known as, "Bonk", was born January 6, 1986, to Michael Eugene McKinzy Sr. and Carletha Renay Gaston, formerly McKinzy. She was preceded in death by both her maternal and paternal grandparents.

Barbara Jean gave her life to Christ at an early age. Baptized with her brothers at age 7, under the late Bishop...

June 5, 2025

Sedric Donnell Johnson, 41 of Kansas City, Missouri was born June 21, 1983, the son of Martin L. Johnson and Linda G. (Webb) Johnson. He was the eldest of 3 children.

Sedric grew up in Kanas City, Missouri. He graduated from Heart of America Christian Academy High School in Raytown, Missouri, where he loved and enjoyed playing...

June 5, 2025

Fred Banks was born on December 30, 1937, in Alexandria, Louisiana. Fred was the third of ten children born to Milton and Essie (Banks) Wright Sr.

Fred accepted Christ at an early age at Fellowship Baptist Church in Lillie, Louisiana. He was also educated there.

Fred moved to Kansas City, Missouri, in 1957 with hopes...