July 19, 2025

Words of Reflection

Joyce Elaine Williams was a beloved mother, grandmother, sister, friend and loyal Kansas City Chiefs fan. She loved having fun and always tried to lighten heavy situations by injecting a beautiful sense of humor. Joyce was truly committed to her family as she was always supportive, encouraging, and modeled faith in Christ. Joyce would always say I can...

July 18, 2025

July 15, 2025

Nicholas Jamaal Carter Sr., 36, passed away on July 15, 2025, at Eastwood Crossings Apartments in Kansas City, MO.

He was born on August 18, 1988, in Kansas City, Missouri to Warren Carter Sr. and Kelley Fitzpatrick. He grew up in Kansas City, KS. (Make as a new Paragraph)

He graduated from Washington high school in Kansas City, Kansas. After high school,...

July 15, 2025

Eula Jean “JoAnn” Sheley was born on April 12, 1942, to the union of John Cheffen, Sr., and Lizzie Cheffen in Lewisville, Arkansas. She departed this life, Tuesday, July 15, 2025, at home peacefully. She was preceded in death by her parents, two brothers, Calvin & Charles Cheffen, one grandchild, several aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and cousins.

Eula moved to Kansas...

July 14, 2025

Guadalupe “Lupe” Montoya Rand passed away on July 14, 2025. She left this world surrounded by the love of the family she nurtured and the prayers she never stopped offering. Her final breath was not a goodbye, but a quiet return—to her Creator, to the faith she lived by, and to the generations of family waiting to welcome her home.



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July 12, 2025

Patsie Ann Sipple, a vessel of honor for God, was born April 16, 1943, to the family of Martin and Gertrude Evans Sipple in Plain Dillon, Louisiana. She was the second oldest of eleven children. She was preceded in death by her parents, her sister Josephine Bell and brothers Marshall Sipple, Sr., and Jerry Sipple.

The family relocated to Kansas City,...

July 12, 2025

Mr. James Bozeman was born on December 16, 1953 in Parkdale, Arkansas to Samuel & Mary Magdalene Bozeman. James father, mother, and 3 siblings preceded him in death. 

James was raised by his grandmother, Silla V. Walker. He graduated from Slack LeGrande Senior High School in Wilmont, Arkansas in May of 1972.

 After graduating, James enlisted into the Army and was stationed...

July 8, 2025

Demetric A. Cooper 53 (aka. Mr. D.), was born on January 28, 1972, in Kansas City, Missouri to Benjamin Cooper III and Penny Cooper.

He graduated from Delano School in Kansas City, MO.

After high school he attended Penn Valley Community College for many years. He was involved in KC Power Sport for several years. and bowled with the KC Power Bowling...

July 3, 2025

Ronnie Lee Hardman, 44, was born into this world on September 5, 1980, in Kansas City, Missouri to Ronnie Lee Williams and Judy Elaine (Simmons) Hardman. He was the youngest of four children.

Ronnie's father, Ronnie L. Williams, precedes him in death, along with other beloved family members.

Ronnie was one of those special people who never met a stranger. He could...

July 3, 2025

Diana M. Hudson (Tootie), 77, was born December 20, 1947, to Syrus and Jessie Johnson in Kansas City, MO. She departed her physical life on July 3, 2025, in her home surrounded by family.

Diana accepted Christ as her savior at a very young age as a St. Joseph Catholic School student and church attendee and later converted to Baptist as...

July 2, 2025

Shelton Bernard Brown Jr., affectionately known as “Porkey,” was born on August 24, 1967, in Kansas City, Missouri, to Abdul Salam Wadud, formerly known as Shelton Bernard Brown Sr. and Jewell Mae (Taylor) Jackson.

At an early age, Shelton accepted Christ as his Lord and Savior. He knew exactly where his strength came from and often leaned on his faith during...

June 30, 2025

Reginald Johnson, age 69, passed away on June 30, 2025, at Riverbend Heights in Lexington, Missouri.

Reginald was born on April 14, 1956, in Roses Valley, St. Elizabeth, Jamaica, to Sylvester and Muriel (Foster) Johnson. He grew up in St. Elizabeth, where he attended Roses Valley Primary School. Reginald worked alongside his father as a farmer before moving to the United States, where...

June 29, 2025

June 28, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Antonio Cordan Jackson, who departed this life at the age of 40 in Kansas City, Missouri. He was born on May 8, 1985, to Anthony Jackson and Linda Yancy.

Antonio was raised in Kansas City, Missouri, where he received his education in the Kansas City Public School District. 

He was known...

June 28, 2025

Martha Willingham, 67, passed away on June 28, 2025, in Kansas City, MO. She was born on February 21, 1958, in Jersey City, NJ, to Ernest Cureton and Lillian Kearse.

She grew up in Jersey City, NJ, and graduated from Lincoln High School c/o ’76’ in Jersey City, NJ.

After high school she furthered her education by attending school to become a...

June 21, 2025

Ronnika Deonna "Ni Ni" Brock was born on September 3, 1991, in Kansas City, Missouri, and passed away on June 21, 2025.

Ronnika attended Ruskin High School and was a loving daughter, sister, mother, and friend. She had a vibrant personality and a heart full of kindness. Her beautiful smile lit up every room, and her presence brought joy to everyone...

June 19, 2025

Denise Janelle Clayborn, 37, gained her wings on June 19, 2025. She was born on September 16, 1987 in Kansas City, Missouri. Her parents are Diane Meade and Lanorth Meade (Butchie). Denise grew up in the Raytown area and graduated from Raytown High School. During her high school years she was a member of the KC Marching Sizzlers Drill Team....

June 18, 2025

Sarah departed this earthly world on June 18, 2025, peacefully at her home with her daughters at her side. God decided Sarah had spent 81 years here on earth and her time was up. We all will miss Sarah so much, but God knows best.

Sarah was born to the union of William G. Allen Sr and Elizabeth (lizzie) Harrison Allen...

June 17, 2025

William “Bill” Wesley Grant II, a man whose laughter could fill a room and whose friendship knew no bounds, passed away peacefully on June 17, 2025, at Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital in Dallas, Texas. He was 71.

Born on January 21, 1954, in Kansas City, Kansas (Wyandotte County), Bill was the son of the late Ethyleene Grant and William Wesley Grant...

June 15, 2025

Arron Lamont Hall Jr, 18, passed away on June 15, 2025, in Kansas City, Missouri. He was born August 20, 2006, in Kansas City, Missouri to Arron Lamont Hall Sr. and Vanessa Chanel Collins. He grew up in Raytown, Missouri where he attended Raytown High School. After high school he attended Job Corps in Excelsior Springs, Missouri where he studied and...