March 9, 2025

Carlton V. White was born to the late Albert White and Everlee Canady on May 8, 1950, in Cleveland, Arkansas along with his twin brother Carthen.

Carlton graduated from Wonderview High School in St. Vincent, Arkansas and attended Allen County Training School for 1 year in Menifee, Arkansas.

Carlton attended Moores Chapel A.M.E. Zion Church...

March 8, 2025

John Henry Blankenbaker III, known to those closest to him as “Butch,” passed away on March 8, 2025, in his hometown of Kansas City, MO. Born on September 11, 1972, John lived a life full of bold energy, sharp wit, and an undeniable presence that could shift the mood in any room.

A graduate of Paseo High...

March 4, 2025

Rosalyn Rochelle “Ros” Ward (née Robinson), 72, went home to be with the Lord on March 4, 2025, in Edwardsville, Kansas.

Born on April 6, 1952, in Kansas City, Kansas, to Betty E Robinson and Scott M Robinson Sr. who both preceded her in death.

Rosalyn was educated in Kansas City, Kansas, attending Ward High...

February 28, 2025

Life Reflections Currently Pending

February 24, 2025

Ronald Dale Boyd Sr., affectionately known as (R&B) or Ron, was born on December 3, 1965, in Kansas City, KS to Luticia and Lawrence Boyd Sr. He was special because this was not just any birth, he was 1 of 2 born on that day. That’s right he was a twin to his sister Rhonda.

Ronald attended...

February 22, 2025

Santesa Paden, passed away on February 22, 2025, at Select Specialty Hospital in Kansas City, KS. She was born October 14, 1944, in Kansas City, MO to Robert Taylor and Goldie Brown Waters. She grew up in Kansas City and graduated from Manual High School in Kansas City, MO. After high school she began work for Clare Manor as a...

February 22, 2025

Russell C. Cole, Jr. passed away on February 22, 2025, at Research Medical Center in Kansas City, Missouri. He was born on December 14, 1937, in Vian, Oklahoma, to Elder Russell C. Cole, Sr., and Beatrice L. Cole.

Russell was raised in Kansas City, Missouri, and graduated from R.T. Cole High School. In 1955, he proudly enlisted...

February 21, 2025

George C. Jones, “Sporty,” was born February 17, 1949, in New Orleans, Louisiana, to Willie and Mimie Butler Jones. “Sporty” was raised in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. He attended Capital High School, graduating in 1967; it was there where he met the love of his life, Faye Miles.

His parents, one brother, Willie Lee Jones Jr., and one...

February 20, 2025

Errol Richard Warren, 85, passed away February 20, 2025 at his home surrounded by family and friends. He was born on January 4, 1940 in Kansas City, MO and was the only child to Clifford A. Warren and Zelda M. Warren. He grew up in Kansas City, MO, lived in Raytown, MO, and spent the final years of his...

February 20, 2025

“God saw you getting tired and a cure was not to be.  So, he put his arms around you and whispered, “Come with me”. With tearful eyes we watched you, as you drift away. Although we loved you dearly, we could not make you stay.  A golden heart stopped beating, hard working hands at rest.  God broke our hearts...

February 19, 2025

Life Reflections Pending.

February 19, 2025

Dr. Lee A. Richardson, Jr., 84, of Kansas City, MO, passed away February 19, 2025. Lee was born to Lee A. Richardson, Sr. and Mattie C. Keels in Kansas City, KS on May 02, 1940.

He graduated from Central High School, in Kansas City, MO in May 1958, and then enlisted in the United States Army, in...

February 18, 2025

Christopher Oren Washington was born on January 1, 1977, to Cassandra (Garner) Johnson in Chicago, Illinois. As a young child, Stephen Johnson came into Christopher’s life and raised him as his own. He attended Julian High School, where he excelled as an avid Scholar. Christopher graduated Magna cum laude and was a standout athlete, playing tackle on the high...

February 18, 2025

Wayne Blackman, 77, passed away on February 18, 2025, at Lee Summit Medical Center in Lee’s Summit, MO. He was born on September 20, 1947, in Jackson, MS.

He was preceded in death by both parents: Frankie and Charlie Blackman, both grandparents, and eleven siblings.

He is survived by his wife, Georgia Blackman, three sons:...

February 17, 2025

Earline Johnson, 83, passed away peacefully at home in Kansas City, MO, on February 17, 2025. She was born on April 12, 1941, in Hughes, AR, to Chattie B. Bradley and Mary Bonds Bradley.

Earline grew up in Hughes, AR, and graduated from the Arkansas City Public School System. She dedicated her career to the hospitality industry,...

February 17, 2025

On Monday, February 17, 2025, Mary Carolyn McNeal, 76, of Kansas City, Missouri moved to her Heavenly home. Mary Carolyn was a godly woman who loved the Lord and her family and set an example for her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren that will lead them all their lives.

Mary Caroyln Davis was born on September 22,1948 to...

February 16, 2025

KeeVon Untonio Robinson Mitchell I. was born November 13, 1978, to Dr. LaTrease Robinson and Larry Mitchell.

He attended Westport Senior High School where he was an all-star basketball player and ran track.

He went on to receive a certificate in Carpentry and Diesel Mechanics in 2013.

KeeVon was always the light in...

February 15, 2025

Tisha Lee McGary, 36, passed away on February 15, 2025, at Research Medical Center in Kansas City, MO. She was born on April 13, 1988, in Kansas City to Dwight Baker and Reddena McGary, and was the youngest daughter in her family. She grew up in Kansas City and graduated from Southeast High School. She continued her education at...

February 13, 2025

Daniel J. Bonnet was born on October 22, 1997, in Lee’s Summit, MO, to Andre Jones and Stephanie Bonnet.

He grew up in Kansas City, MO, and attended Southwest High School in Kansas City, MO.

He loved riding go-karts, minibikes, and anything with a motor on it. He loved outdoor activities. Daniel enjoyed spending time...

February 13, 2025

Life Reflections Pending.