Ian J. Walker,  Sr.

Ian J. Walker, Sr.

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...

Clifton Cruise, Jr.

Clifton Cruise, Jr.

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”....

Kathy M. Ashby-Mccrary

Kathy M. Ashby-Mccrary

April 17, 2025

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

Keilah K. Mchenry (Taylor)

Keilah K. Mchenry (Taylor)

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.

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Yolande Hightower

Yolande Hightower

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...

Rosalind Renita Williams

Rosalind Renita Williams

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...

Renwick Mitchem

Renwick Mitchem

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)...

Jamario L. Wiley

Jamario L. Wiley

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...

Briana R. Butler

Briana R. Butler

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...

Ramon Dewayne Williams

Ramon Dewayne Williams

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”...

Diana Beatrice M. Porter

Diana Beatrice M. Porter

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...

Annette M. Powell

Annette M. Powell

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...

Marilyn Renee Shaw

Marilyn Renee Shaw

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...

Sidney J Kelly

Sidney J Kelly

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...

Mildred I. Murrell

Mildred I. Murrell

April 7, 2025

Mildred I. Murrell (Draper) was born on October 9, 1942, in East St. Louis, IL, to the parents of Lenora Williams and David Draper. Mildred moved to Kansas City, MO, as a child in the early 1950s. She found her relationship with God at an early age and was an active member of Zion Grove Missionary Baptist Church throughout...

Greta L. Christopher-White

Greta L. Christopher-White

April 6, 2025

The life reflections of Greta L. Christopher-White are currently pending.

Tiffany Tasha Jones

Tiffany Tasha Jones

April 6, 2025

Tiffany Tasha Jones, born July 7, 1982, passed away on April 6, 2025, leaving behind cherished memories and an enduring legacy.

Tiffany recently spent her professional life at Progressive, where her work ethic, commitment, and kindness touched the lives of countless colleagues and clients. She was deeply valued by those she worked with and was still a...

Thomas Byrd, Sr

Thomas Byrd, Sr

April 6, 2025

Thomas Eric Byrd Sr. passed away on April 6, 2025 at home surrounded by his loved ones. He was born on August 7, 1948 in Kansas City, Missouri to Charles William Byrd Sr. and Mason Doris Byrd.

Thomas was baptized in St. John A.M.E. Church at an early age. He grew up in Kansas City, MO and...

Monique A. Harlin-Hensley

Monique A. Harlin-Hensley

April 4, 2025

Monique, 54, passed away on April 4, 2025, at St. Luke’s Hospice House in Kansas City, MO.

She was born on July 4, 1970, in Kansas City, MO, to Lawrence and Rosetta Harlin. She was the baby of ten. She lived in Kansas City for 50 years and then moved to Houston, TX.

She attended...

Gail Griffin

Gail Griffin

April 3, 2025

Gail Ann Griffin, 71, departed this life on April 3, 2025, at St. Lukes Hospice House in Kansas City, Missouri.  She was born on December 15, 1953, in Frankfurt, Germany to Charles Foster and Ivo Foster.

She grew up in Karlsruhe, Germany, and Tacoma, Washington, graduating from Clover Park High School, in Tacoma, Washington.  After high School,...