April 12, 2024

Dr. Hall was born on September 21, 1932, in Kansas City, Missouri to the union of Robert R. and Mary Lee (Holmes) Johnson.  She was the fifth of twelve children.  She was preceded in by death her spouse, parents and 9 siblings.

She received her primary education in the Kansas City, Missouri School District, graduating from Lincoln...

April 11, 2024

Trevar Deon Walton, born on July 27, 2000, in Kansas City, Missouri, peacefully passed away on April 11, 2024, at Lees Summit Medical Center.

Trevar, a cherished member of the Lees Summit community, spent his formative years in Lees Summit, Missouri, and graduated from Lees Summit North High School. A passionate individual, Trevar found joy in making...

April 10, 2024

Life Reflections Currently Pending

April 9, 2024

Nollie Knighten Jr., aged 64, peacefully passed away on April 9th, 2024, in Kansas City, MO. He was born on December 28th, 1958, in Kansas City, MO, to the loving parents Nollie Knighten Sr. and Maedela Waxter. Nollie spent his formative years in Kansas City, MO, where he cultivated lifelong friendships and memories.

He graduated from Southeast...

April 9, 2024

Life Reflections Pending.

April 7, 2024

Elizabeth Marie Lark, known affectionately as Marie, of Kansas City, Missouri, peacefully passed away on Sunday, April 7, 2024, surrounded by loved ones at Centerpoint Hospital in Independence, Missouri. She was 63 years old, born on December 21, 1960.

Marie lived a life defined by boundless love and a carefree spirit. Her warmth and generosity touched countless...

April 6, 2024

We celebrate the Life and Legacy of Austin Jamel Maurice Davis, affectionately known as TK for "True King". He was born on March 29, 1998, in Kansas City, MO, to Annisa Davis.

Austin's arrival marked a significant milestone for his family, the King Family, as he was the first boy born into his mother's side of the...

April 6, 2024

Martez Lamont Ellingburg, born on June 13, 1991, to Stevie I. Ellingburg and Marcia Foster, journeyed beyond the earthly realm on April 6, 2024, in Kansas City, Missouri. Martez's life was a testament to resilience, ambition, and love.

His educational journey began in the halls of Kansas City Public Schools, where he laid the foundation for his...

April 6, 2024

Londynn Lei Patterson, 10, gained her wings on April 6th, 2024, at home in Lee’s Summit, MO. She was born on July 1st, 2013 to Ceairra Hayes and Layman Patterson. Londynn grew up in Kansas City, MO. She was a 5th grader at Lee’s Summit Elementary. Londynn was witty and full of life. There was never a dull moment...

April 4, 2024

Michael Gordon, 70, of Kansas City, Missouri, passed away peacefully on April 4th, 2024, at Saint Luke's Plaza. He was born on November 1st, 1953, in Alexandria, Alaska, to Louis Isaac and Lily Mae Gordon.

Growing up in Kansas City, Missouri, Michael attended Southeast High School and later pursued further education at Job Corps in his hometown....

April 2, 2024

Joseph V. Sayers_ 89, affectionally known as “Sonny” passed away on April 2, 2024, at Saint Lukes Hospital, in Kansas City, MO. He was born December 21st, 1934, to the union of Melvin and Gertrude Sayers growing up in Leeds Roundtop community. He attended Lincoln High School in Kansas City, MO.

Joseph was preceded in death by...

April 1, 2024

Bobby Joe Tolliver, was born on July 3, 1955 in Kansas City, Missouri, and passed away on April 1, 2024 in Kansas City Missouri at the age of 68. He was preceded in death by: his Father J.B. Tolliver and Mother Odessa Tolliver (Maudie Ree Freeman);the love of his life, His Wife Ella Tolliver; his Son Bobby J. Tolliver,...

April 1, 2024

Richard Lee Rowland Sr. was born on July 28, 1960 in Dayton, Ohio to Orthella Rowland and Edward Burl Rowland Sr. He attended elementary school at Edison Elementary and middle school at Wogaman Middle School. He explored some sports but inevitably found his way to his true passion of music when he picked up his first guitar as a...

March 31, 2024

Leo Andre Dorch, 59, passed away on March 31, 2024. Born and raised in Kansas City on January 23, 1965 to Edward Dorch Sr and Allie May Hamms; he was #9 of 14 children between both his parents. Being the baby boy of the bunch made him special because he was adored by all.

For those that...

March 31, 2024

Joyce Ann Riley was born on July 21, 1942, In Drew, Mississippi where I attended Drew High School. I was the fourth child of 11 children born to Harry and Rachel Williams  whom both has proceeded me in death. My 3 brothers, Charlie, Harry and Prince Williams, Sister Irma Johnson, son Lenn Riley and four grandsons Larry, Michael, Timothy...

March 31, 2024

Myrna D. Towson-Riley, surrounded by her family's love, departed quietly on the evening of March 31, 2024, Easter Sunday.

On December 9, 1941, Myrna was born in Baltimore, Maryland, to Jerome Towson and Bertha Branch. Her parents Jerome and Bertha, brother Ricky, daughter Rhonda Riley, and son Dennis Riley all precede her.

Her oldest son...

March 31, 2024

On January 25, 1935, Russell Eugene Avery, Sr. was born in Kansas City, MO, to the loving and nurturing family of Floyd and Essie Shockley Avery. He must have brought immense joy to their hearts, being the seventh child following six sisters.

Affectionately known as "Sonny" by his family, Russell grew up in the Westport area of...

March 30, 2024

Life Reflections Currently Pending

March 30, 2024

Anthony T. Hicks departed this life on March 30, 2024, in Kansas City, Missouri.  He was born on October 31, 1976, in Kansas City, Missouri to Mark Hayes, Sr., and Dora Alice Hicks.  He grew up in the Kansas City, Missouri area.

He is preceded in death by his father who raised him, Earnest Jones, Sr; his...

March 29, 2024

Shawanda D. Draper departed this life on March 29, 2024. She was born on January 17, 1985, in Kansas City, Missouri, to Sharon Slater and Quention Draper Sr.  She grew up in Kansas City, Missouri and attended Paseo Academy of Fine and Performing Arts. After graduating school, in 2004, she began working at the United States Postal Service.