Debra Geneene Holman

Debra Geneene Holman

February 25, 2026

Debra Geneene Holman (Stink) was born June 16,1976 in Kansas City, Missouri to Carolyn Holman and Delbert Davis, who passed before she was born. She had 1 brother who preceded her in death Augustus Alfred Holman who she loved and missed dearly and one little big sister SumVenitta Ford who has been by her side to nurture her in every...

Shelia Jeannette Haralson

Shelia Jeannette Haralson

February 25, 2026

Shelia Jeannette Haralson, age 70, passed away on February 25, 2026, at Research Medical Center in Kansas City, Missouri.

Shelia was born on September 3, 1955, in Kansas City, Missouri to Birdis O. Herring II and Priscilla L. (Lewis) Herring Ford. She grew up in Kansas City and was the middle child of ten siblings, a position that helped shape her...

Joey Lee Washington

Joey Lee Washington

February 24, 2026

Joey Lee Washington, 60, passed away on February 24, 2026, at Saint Luke’s Hospital of Kansas City, Missouri.

Joey was born on December 14, 1965, to William Washington II and Pearlie Mae (Jefferies) Washington in Little Rock, Arkansas. Joey had three brothers and five sisters; he is the oldest child of the family. Joey was taught to take care of family;...

Eugene Henry Parker Jr.

Eugene Henry Parker Jr.

February 24, 2026

Eugene H. Parker Jr. was born on June 10, 1940, in Morrilton, Arkansas. He was the fourth son born to the union of Eugene H. Parker Sr. and Alathia R. Stewart Parker.

He enjoyed telling tall tales of his childhood, walking five miles to school, uphill both ways, in the rain, sleet, and snow.

Eugene would share the legendary tale, that at...

Elaine Bristol

Elaine Bristol

February 23, 2026

Elaine Bristol, 71, passed away peacefully on February 23, 2026, at her home in Kansas City, Missouri.

Elaine was born on December 10, 1954, in Memphis, Tennessee, to Robert West and Mattie Sue (Halliburton) West. She was raised in Memphis, where she attended Booker T. Washington High School.

In 1983, Elaine moved to Kansas City, Missouri, where she began working at KU...

Vealta L. Williams

Vealta L. Williams

February 21, 2026

Vealta L. Evans‑Williams, 43, of Kansas City, Missouri, passed away peacefully on February 21, 2026. Her time on this earth was far too short, but the love she shared and the joy she brought to others will continue to shine brightly in the hearts of all who knew her.

Born on October 9, 1982, in Kansas City, Missouri, Vealta was the...

Lontrell Henderson Sr.

Lontrell Henderson Sr.

February 21, 2026

In Loving Memory of Lontrell Henderson Jr.

Lontrell Dayon Henderson, 29, of Kansas City, Missouri, passed away peacefully at home on February 21, 2026.

Born on September 18, 1996, in Kansas City, Missouri, Lontrell was the beloved son of Ramon Strickland Sr. and Danielle Henderson-Ross. He was raised in Kansas City, where he attended school and later continued his education through Job...

Paulette V. Baldwin

Paulette V. Baldwin

February 20, 2026

Paulette was born in Kansas City, MO on October 7, 1950 to parents Otis and Mae Esther Townsend. She was preceded by both parents in death as well as her brother Thornton Shelton.

Paulette was a 1968 graduate of Central High School and obtained her cosmetology license. Paulette was mother to her only child, son, Shawn Baldwin with whom she shared...

Fredenalda "Stormy" Price

Fredenalda "Stormy" Price

February 20, 2026

IN MEMORIAM: FREDENALDA "STORMY" PRICE

In lieu of flowers or gifts, we invite family and friends to consider making a contribution in memory of Fredenalda “Stormy” Kuulei Price to the Service Women’s Action Network (SWAN), whose mission is to support women veterans, and reflects Stormy’s service and legacy. For additional information about SWAN, click here.

In honor of Stormy’s life and service,...

Marian Elaine Wilkins

Marian Elaine Wilkins

February 19, 2026

Marian Elaine (Tyler) Wilkins, affectionately called “Lanie” by family and friends; a beloved and cherished member of her family and community, passed away on February 19, 2026, at the age of 67. Born on December 17, 1958, in Kansas City, MO, Marian was the cherished daughter of the late Harrison Benjamin Tyler Jr. and Lillian Glenora Tyler. She was a passionate...

DaQuan D. Ayers

DaQuan D. Ayers

February 18, 2026

Reflection of Life for Da’Quan D. Ayers

Da’Quan D. Ayers entered eternal rest on February 18, 2026, at Capital Region Medical Center in Jefferson City, Missouri. Born on February 29, 2004, in Kansas City, Missouri, Da’Quan was the beloved only child of Lorine Ayers.

Raised in the Kansas City area, Da’Quan graduated from Center High School in the Class of 2022. He...

Justine Bomboko

Justine Bomboko

February 18, 2026

JUSTINE BOMBOKO alizaliwa January 1, 1971 nchini Kongo Makobola. Alikuwa akiishi Marekani tangu 2023. Jina la baba yake ni Georges Aluta na jina la mama yake ni Mauwa Abekya. Mkewe we ndoa anajulikana kwa jina la Sala Amnobe. 

JUSTINE BOMBOKO amezala Watoto 15 na wako hai. Pia aliacha wajukuu 9. Alikufa akiwa mshiriki wa Kanisa la Mlima Wa Sinai Jiji la...

Mary C. Arnold

Mary C. Arnold

February 18, 2026

Mary Etta Cathernie Arnold, age 87, was born on March 23, 1938, in Kansas City, Missouri, to Fred and Irma Nolen. 

Mary was educated in the Kansas City Public School system. At an early age, she displayed a gentle spirit and a love for learning and creativity. She had a true gift with her hands and found great joy in sewing,...

Eboni Silas

Eboni Silas

February 15, 2026

Eboni Q. Silas, 29, passed away on February 15, 2026, in Kansas City, Missouri.

Eboni was born on July 7, 1996, in Kansas City, Missouri to Edward L. Washington and Della M. Silas. Growing up in Kansas City, Eboni graduated from Central High School. After high school, Eboni attended House of Heavilyn Beauty College where she received her cosmetology license. After...

Clinton Holmes Jr.

Clinton Holmes Jr.

February 13, 2026

Clinton DeWitt Holmes Jr., 80, passed away on February 13, 2026, in Kansas City, Missouri. He was born on June 25, 1945, in New York to the union of Clinton Holmes and Gloria Fickling Holmes.

Clinton grew up in the Bronx and graduated from Baptist Hill High School in Charleston, South Carolina. After high school, Clinton attended South Carolina University in...

David Payne Jackson

David Payne Jackson

February 12, 2026

David Payne Jackson, 78, passed away on February 12, 2026, at home in KCMO. He was born on August 9, 1947, in KCMO, to Casper Jackson and Rosemary Stricklin. He grew up in KCMO and graduated from Central High School in KCMO. 

After high school, he joined the U.S. Army in September 1968 and served for two years. During his time...

Nadine Allison

Nadine Allison

February 11, 2026

Nadine Allison, 69, departed this life on February 11, 2026, surrounded by her beloved children and family. Gone from our sight but never from our hearts. She was affectionately known as, "Mama", "Squeaky", "Aunt Squeaky", and "Grandma".

Nadine was born on August 22, 1956, to Nathaniel Anderson and Wilma Dean Allison in Kansas City, Missouri. She was the third sibling of seven...

Samuel Tyron Rucker

Samuel Tyron Rucker

February 9, 2026

Life Reflections are currently pending.

Jarrell Mikel Hill, Sr

Jarrell Mikel Hill, Sr

February 8, 2026

Mr. Jarrell Mikel Hill Sr. quietly slipped away in the early morning of February 8, 2026, at St. Luke’s Hospital. He was born on July 16, 1986, to Alfred and Jamesetta Lacey in Kansas City, Missouri. He was the youngest of three children.

He was preceded in death by his father, Alfred James Lacey Jr.; grandfather, James C. Hill; a dear...

Grace Ambler - Lane

Grace Ambler - Lane

February 7, 2026

Grace B. Ambler, born March 3, 1940, in Kansas City, Missouri, to Verbelena A. and Burnett H. Ambler Sr., peacefully went home to be with the Lord on February 7, 2026.

Grace spent her early childhood in Chanute, Kansas, where she attended public schools before the family returned to Kansas City. She later continued her education at Central High School.

Grace was...