Tanya McFadden
October 16, 2025
Tanya McFadden, succumbed to her illness of stage 4 lung cancer, on October 16, 2025, at Research Medical Center in Kansas City, Missouri. She was born on August 19, 1966, in Kansas City, MO to Thomas Ransburg and Patricia McFadden. At an early age, she gained a stepfather, Donald Oliver, and family.
She grew up in Kansas City, MO and was...
Anthony Monte' Douglas
October 14, 2025
Anthony Monte' Douglas, affectionately known as “Tony,” was born on October 16, 1972, to the union of Ronnell Douglas and Phyllis Jean (Logan) Douglas. His loving mother preceded him in death. He was also preceded by his grandmother, Ella Logan, and his brother, Brian Garner.
Tony attended school in the Kansas City Missouri School District and proudly graduated from Paseo High...
Kenneth Wayne Hughlon
October 13, 2025
In Loving Memory
With deep sorrow, we announce the passing of Kenneth Wayne Hughlon, age 76, who transitioned to eternal glory on Monday, October 13, 2025, at St. Lukes Hospice House.
Born on August 4, 1949, in Kansas City, MO to Wanda Mae Hughlon Hammons. Kenneth lived a life of adventure filled with warmth, laughter, and love. He was a long-time member of...
David Lee Cobbins Sr.
October 12, 2025
David Lee Cobbins Sr. was born in Lexington, Mississippi, on June 27, 1942, to the late John Cobbins (father) and Willie B. Sims (mother).
David was married to Verline Cobbins from January 22, 1967, until her passing on November 19, 2017. From this union one son was born and they shared four other sons from a previous union. He was married...
Norman Lee Williams
October 11, 2025
Norman Lee Williams affectionately known as “Bubba” was born on December 31, 1944, in Booneville, MO to Charles Williams and Helen Kingsbury Williams. He grew up in New Franklin, MO, and graduated from New Franklin High School and continued his education at Lincoln University in Jefferson City MO. During this time, he was a standout basketball player and that was...
Rashard Aaron Fry
October 10, 2025
Born to Ritchie and June Fry in Kansas City, Missouri, on November 20, 1989. Rashard was immersed in the culinary field that would be his lifelong support from an early age.
He attended Valley View High School in Blue Springs, Missouri, where he graduated in 2008. He furthered his education at Coffeyville Community College as well as Garden City Community College...
Willie Mosley III
October 9, 2025
Willie Mosley III, lovingly known as Willie Mo, gained his heavenly wings on October 9, 2025, at Select Specialty Hospital in Kansas City, Kansas, at the age of 66.
Willie was born on February 6, 1959, at the University of Kansas Medical Center in Kansas City, Kansas, to the late Maple Lee Mosley and Willie Mosley Jr. He was also preceded...
Don Eric Bell
October 6, 2025
In Loving Memory
Don Eric Bell, 78, a devoted father and retired veteran, passed away peacefully on October 6, 2025, in Kansas City, Missouri. His life was a testament to his unwavering commitment to serving others.
Born on October 3, 1947, in Kansas City, Missouri, to proud parents Herman Graham Bell Sr. and Dorcas Marie Bell, Don was raised with a deep...
Cheryllyn L. Ratliff
October 6, 2025
Cheryllyn Lee Ratliff, 79, transitioned peacefully on October 6, 2025, after a courageous battle with heart disease. Born in Kansas City, Missouri, to Flossie Lee Miller and Levi Bryant Sr., she is reunited in heaven with her beloved husband, Henderson “Baby Brother” Ratliff, and her cherished mother, Flossie.
She was preceded in death by her father and siblings: Venetta Bryant-Smith, Phillip...
Emma J. Sharp
October 6, 2025
Emma Jean Sharp, 88, departed this life on October 6, 2025, at Grand Royale, Gladstone, Missouri. Emma was born on February 1, 1937, in Arkansas to Mattie Mae Curry and LB Curry.
The family relocated to Topeka, Kansas, where Emma grew up and attended school in the Topeka School District. Emma and her mother moved to Kansas City, Missouri, planted roots,...
Lydia M. Kelly
October 5, 2025
Lydia Mae Kelly was the oldest of five children, born to the union of Matthew E. Levi and Ceolia McGee, on June 13, 1937, in New Orleans, Louisiana. After a very long battle of sickness, Lydia departed this life on Sunday, October 5, 2025, at a rehabilitation center in Lee’s Summit, Missouri. Both of her parents, brother Matthew Levi Jr....
Andy T. Brown Sr.
October 4, 2025
Deacon Andy Theron Brown, Sr. was born on September 4, 1944, to the late Lawrence Warren, Sr. and Albirdia Isaac Brown. He was preceded in death by his parents, five sister(s) - Thedora Albrey, Zilla Mae Moore, Cloteil Brown, Euretha Brown, and E. Hattie Williams and four brother(s) - Lawrence T. Brown, Dillard J. Brown, Simmie T. Brown, and Lawrence...
Paulene Lewis
October 4, 2025
Paulene Lewis, aka “Doll” at age 91, passed away on October 4, 2025, at St. Luke’s Hospital in Kansas City, Missouri. She was born on August 2, 1934, in Oceola, Arkansas to Paul Harris and Edna Mae Harris.
Paulene was baptized in the Mississippi River. She grew up in Kansas City, Missouri. She was small in stature but had a big...
Jene A. Fisher
October 3, 2025
Jene A. Fisher was called home to her final resting place on October 3, 2025, at Carnegie Village in Belton, Missouri where she was called to be with the Lord. She was born in 'Belzoni, Mississippi, to the late Louella Thigpen and Clemson Smiley.
Jene attended Hillside High School and went on to build a beautiful life centered around faith, family,...
Gwendolyn L Landers
September 30, 2025
Gwendolyn L. Landers affectionately known as “Ray”, a beloved mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully on September 30, 2025, at the age of 64. Known for her warmth, wisdom, and unwavering kindness, Gwendolyn touched the lives of everyone who had the privilege of knowing her.
Born in Lake Village, Arkansas at Chicot Memorial Hospital, Gwendolyn dedicated her life to nurturing...
