April 23, 2025

Sarah Lee Hardman, 82, passed away peacefully while surrounded by family on April 23, 2025, in Kansas City, Mo.

She was born on May 28, 1942, in Shreveport, LA, to Lucille Smallwood and Ernest Jefferson. She retired from St. Luke’s Health System (Plaza) after dedicating 35 years of service in Triage, nursing units and the Resident Clinic....

April 21, 2025

Mark James Phillips, 65, passed away peacefully, surrounded by family, on April 21, 2025, in Kansas City, Missouri.

Born on November 11, 1959, Mark dedicated much of his life to his craftmanship, working as a self-employed carpenter for over 25 years. His creativity and talent were evident in every project he touched. Mark had a deep appreciation...

April 20, 2025

Terri York was born to Wesley York and Earlean Wilborn York on June 26, 1962, at Queen of the World Hospital in Kansas City, Missouri. She was educated within the Kansas City Missouri School District and graduated from Lincoln High School in 1980, with honors. She later matriculated at the University of Missouri Kansas City and Penn Valley Community...

April 19, 2025

Shirley Ann (Sanders) Broils, lovingly known as Shirl, was born on August 10, 1958, in Moro, Arkansas, to Levester Handley.

A graduate of Washington High School in Kansas City, Kansas, class of 1976, Shirl's bright spirit shone through in everything she did.

She tied the knot with the love of her life, Bobby Broils, on...

April 18, 2025

Cleven Tyree Washington — Devoted husband, proud father and cherished grandfather, beloved son, and brother peacefully passed away on April 18,2025 at the age of 46.

Cleven was born on April 9, 1979, in Kansas City, Missouri.

He attended Job Corps.

Life brought its share of hardships, including a difficult chapter in his...

April 17, 2025

Barbara Booker-Sargent, 72, departed this life on April 17, 2025, at her home in Raytown Missouri.

She was born on October 13, 1952, in Cotton Plant, Arkansas to Frank Pulce and Jimmie Lee Pulce.

Barbara graduated from Sweet Homes High School in Little Rock, Arkansas.  After high school, she attended University of Texas in Austin,...

April 17, 2025

Ian James Walker Sr. was born on July 22nd, 1979, to Ennis and Diane Walker.

Ian was a beloved son, brother, father, grandfather, and friend to many.

Ian was a proud graduate of Central High School. Ian had a spirit that was contagious, known for his warm smile, quick wit, and ability to make anyone...

April 17, 2025

Our first born was a son. We affectionately named our son, Clifton Cruise, Jr., born April 25, 1940, to the parents of Clifton Cruise, Sr. & Vina Mae Waters in Heidelberg, Mississippi. Clifton received the nickname, “Pet” in honor of his grandfather, Leavander Cruise, also nicknamed, “Pet”. All of Clifton’s nieces & nephews would proudly call him, “Uncle Pet”....

April 17, 2025

Kathy Marie Ashby-McCrary's Life Reflections and service information is forthcoming.

April 16, 2025

Keilah Kahlil Taylor-McHenry, affectionately known as “Kay-Kay,” passed away on April 16, 2025, at the age of 48. She was born on January 13, 1977, in Kansas City, Missouri, to the union of John Bernard Taylor and Gayle Denise Taylor.

Kay-Kay was educated in the Kansas City School District, graduating from De La Salle in 1995.

April 14, 2025

Yolande Denise Hightower, 68, was born in Kansas City, Missouri on August 5, 1956, to John Davis and Gracie Frye. Yolande was preceded in death by both parents, and her beloved daughter Tiffany Hightower.

Yolande was affectionately known as Denny, Mommy, and Nana Frog by those who loved her dearly.  She graduated from Westport High School.  Yolonde...

April 14, 2025

Rosalind Renita Williams was born January 11 1966, to the parents of Dorsey S. Williams and Naomi W. Williams in Kansas City, Missouri.

Rosalind lived in Kansas City until the time of her passing on April 14, 2025.

She accepted Christ at a young age under the leadership of Reverend Wallace S. Hartfield Sr of...

April 13, 2025

Renwick Lemont Mitchem was born April 22, 1962, in Kansas City, Kansas to Emmitt and Loisteen Mitchem.  On Sunday, April 13, 2025, Renwick transitioned peacefully from his earthly body to his final resting place, surrounded by family.  Renwick was preceded in death by both parents, paternal grandparents: Tiney and Mattie (Byers) Mitchem, and maternal grandparents: Clyde and Rheaber (Bruce)...

April 13, 2025

Jamario L. Wiley, 22, passed away on April 13, 2025, in Kansas City, MO. He was born on August 5, 2002, in Kansas City, MO, to Joshauwa Wiley and Rayshelle Smith.

He grew up in Kansas City, MO, where he attended and graduated from Ruskin High School.

He later began working for CEVA Logistics as...

April 13, 2025

Briana R. Butler, age 20, passed away at her home in Kansas City, Missouri, on April 13, 2025.

She was born in Kansas City, Missouri, on December 10, 2004, to Brandon H. Butler Sr. and Shanta S. Davis.

Briana spent her childhood in Raytown, Missouri, and graduated from Raytown High School.

From a...

April 11, 2025

Ramon Dewayne passed away on April 11, 2025, at the University Health Center, 2301 Holmes Street, Kansas City, MO, 64108. He was born on June 18, 1977, to Delores Williams and Perry Parks.

Ramon grew up in Kansas City, Missouri, where he attended Metro Tech High School and developed an unbreakable bond with the boys of “213”...

April 10, 2025

Diana B. Mullins-Porter, "Stuff,” 53 years old, departed this life on April 10, 2025, in Kansas City, Missouri

Born February 19, 1972, to Robert and Diana Hudson.

Diana was the youngest of 7 children. She accepted Christ at a very young age. She attended schools in the Kansas City, Missouri School District. She worked at...

April 10, 2025

Annette M. Powell, 45, passed away on April 10, 2025, at St. Luke's Medical Center in Kansas City, Missouri. She was born on November 9, 1979, in Kansas City, Missouri, to John Conway and Willie Powell Hamilton.

She grew up in Kansas City, Missouri. She attended and graduated from the Kansas City, Missouri School District. After high...

April 8, 2025

Marilyn Renee Shaw was born on August 9, 1957, to Willie Mae Shaw and Willie Pollard in Kansas City, MO. She was the youngest of four siblings. Marilyn transitioned to her heavenly home April 8, 2025, at North Care Hospice House, in North Kansas City, MO.

Marilyn, a lifelong area resident, graduated from Central High School and...

April 8, 2025

Sidney James Kelly was born September 2, 1945 in Earle, Arkansas.  He was born to the union of Sid Kelly and Mary Alice Boone.  He was the youngest child born to a family of eight children.

Sidney moved to Kansas City, Missouri in 1960.  He attended Manual High School where he graduated in 1964.  After graduation he...