Wanda Elaine Williams
August 27, 2026
Wanda Elaine Williams lived a life woven with threads of grace, devotion, and unconditional love. From her early days growing up on the East End of Kansas City to her peaceful passing at the age of 82, Wanda’s open heart served as a foundation for her entire family.
Affectionately known as “Grandmother,” she had an unforgettable impact on every soul she...
Sherry Elaine Cosby
August 25, 2026
Sherry E. Cosby, 56, passed away on August 25, 2026, at Kansas City Hospice House. She was born on August 9th, 1970, in Kansas City, Kansas, to Howard Eugene Walls Sr. and Velma Walls. She grew up in Kansas City and graduated from Westport High School in 1988. She attended Metropolitan Community College Penn Valley, where she earned her associate’s...
Michael P. McCloud Sr.
August 23, 2026
Michael P. McCloud Sr., 56, passed away on August 23,2026 at University Health in Kansas City, Mo. He was born on March 11, 1970, in Kansas City, MO to Chester L. Saunders and Muriel McCloud.
He grew up in Kansas City, Mo. He went to Southeast High School and transferred to Northeast High School where he graduated. After High School Michael...
Arthur N. Washington
August 22, 2026
Life Reflections Arthur Nathaniel Washington May 4, 1939 – August 22, 2026 Arthur Nathaniel Washington was born on May 4, 1939, to Thomas Washington Sr. and Ida F. Clemons Washington. He departed this life peacefully on August 22, 2026, at his home surrounded by his loved ones. Arthur was preceded in death by his four brothers, Charles Raymond Maddox Sr.,...
Hosea Cardza Hollister Sr.
August 21, 2026
Hosea Cardza Hollister was born January 20, 1975, to Bernadine Hollister and Napolean Hollister in Forrest City, AR. From the beginning, Hosea possessed a curious mind, a strong spirit, and a deep love for those he called family. His interests were many—he loved history, animals, sports, and could certainly enjoy spending time with his Xbox—but nothing in this world compared...
Dorothy Ann Hill
August 20, 2026
Dorothy Ann Hill, age 75, passed away peacefully on August 20, 2026, at her home in Kansas City, Missouri, surrounded by her loved ones. She was born on December 11, 1950, in LaGrange, Georgia, to James and Margaret (Ridley) Hill. Dorothy attended Lincoln High School but left school to care for her younger siblings following the passing of her parents.
Dorothy worked...
Cornelius M. Johnson, Jr.
August 19, 2026
Cornelius Johnson was born July 31, 1971. He was the youngest of two children born to Antonetta and Cornelius Johnson, Sr., in Kansas City, Missouri. He was a beautiful and adorable baby boy with big dark brown eyes and thick dark eyebrows with cheeks you wanted to kiss all the time.
Cornelius accepted Christ at an early age and was baptized...
DeAnne Larry
August 14, 2026
In Loving Memory Of
Helen DeAnne Larry
Helen DeAnne Larry, 79, passed away peacefully at home on August 14, 2026, at 11:30 pm, in Kansas City, Missouri.
She was born on March 5, 1947, in Leavenworth, Kansas, to George Allen Weaver and Ruby Inez (Williamson) Weaver. DeAnne graduated in 1965 from Bishop Lillis High School in Kansas City. She went on to work...
Sharon Lee Dennis
August 13, 2026
Our beloved was born in Bonner Springs, Kansas on August 24, 1939, to Clayborn and Margaret Taylor, who named her, Sharon Lee Taylor. She was born the third child to the family growing alongside her seven brothers and two sisters. Sharon was preceded in death by her parents, husband Everett J. Dennis Sr., six brothers Delbert, James, Cecil, Richard, Louis,...
Drummond V. Lamb
August 11, 2026
Drummond V. Lamb, known as “KP” to his friends, was the first of two children born to Toya Denise Lamb Charles on October 12, 1971. He was a native Kansas Citian until he moved to Wyandotte Kansas where he lived until his passing.
Drummond attended Katherine B. Richardson and Pershing public schools in Kansas City, Missouri, and ultimately received his GED...
Issac J. Murrell, Sr.
August 10, 2026
Issac J. Murrell Sr., 54, passed away on August 10, 2026, at Overland Park Regional Hospital, in Overland Park, Kansas. Issac was born on July 23, 1972, in Kansas City, Missouri, to Myron Sallard and Denise Richardson.
Issac grew up in Kansas City, Missouri, where he attended Southwest High School. After high school he attended Job Corp in Kansas City, Missouri.
Issac...
Richard Bernard Reed Sr.
August 10, 2026
In Loving Memory of Richard Bernard Reed Sr. “Ricky”
Richard Bernard Reed Sr., 68, affectionately known as “Ricky”, was born on April 9, 1958, in Kansas City, Missouri. He departed this life, leaving behind a legacy of love, family, friendship, and cherished memories.
Ricky attended schools in the Kansas City School District, including Dunbar Elementary and East High School.
Throughout his career, he held several positions...
Lester Chester Dickey Jr.
August 9, 2026
Lester Chester Dickey Jr. was born on February 6, 1937, in Plumerville, Arkansas to Luster Dickey and Aquilla (Hervey) Dickey. He was called home on Sunday, August 9, 2026, at the age of 89. Both parents preceded him in death. He had two sisters and one brother also precede him in death: Cardell Hervey, Lola Vivian Ramey, and Adravella Mondaine.
At church...
Leroy Jackson
August 8, 2026
Leroy Jackson was born on January 25, 1939, in Pine Bluff, Arkansas to the parentage of Eddie Jackson, Sr. and Jessie Craig Jackson. On August 8, 2026, he peacefully entered eternal rest surrounded by his loved ones. He grew up and attended school in Pine Bluff, Arkansas. At an early age, Mr. Jackson began work in the construction industry.
He worked...
Sister Margaret Valencia Sanchez
August 5, 2026
In Loving Memory of
Sister Margaret Valencia Sanchez, age 77, of Kansas City, Missouri, will take her final resting place in her home state, California, where she is surrived by her dear nephew and his wife, Rudy & Rosie Castillo and other loving family and lifelong friends.
Sister Margaret will be remembered for her many years of dedication and service as a respected Nun of"Little...
Gregory Eugene Butler
August 3, 2026
Gregory Eugene Butler, 79, of Kansas City, Missouri, peacefully transitioned on August 3, 2026, surrounded by those who loved him. He was the oldest of six children, born on December 26, 1946, in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, to Nathaniel Butler Sr. and Blonzine (Henderson) Butler.
Gregory was educated in the Omaha Public School system in Omaha, Nebraska, and proudly graduated from Central...
Kierra S. McGee
August 2, 2026
Kierra Shanice McGee, 35, passed away on August 2, 2026, in Kansas City, Missouri. She was born on January 29, 1991, in Kansas City, Missouri, to Kenneth McGee and Belinda Ayers.
She grew up in Kansas City, Missouri, and graduated from De La Selle High School. After high school she worked her first job at Popeye’s Chicken as a cashier and...