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Cornelia Ann Bridgewater(Mims)
Jul 2, 2026
Sister Cornelia Ann Bridgewater-Mims, affectionately known as “Ms. Ann,” was born on September 28, 1957, to the late Cornelius Jonnie Bridgewater and Sister Roberta Elaine Roan Bridgewater. On July 2, 2026, surrounded by the love of her family, God closed her earthly eyes and welcomed her into eternal rest.
Cornelia confessed Christ at an early age, walking a path of sanctification...
Anthony Shane Watson
Jul 2, 2026
Anthony Watson,57, of Kansas City, passed away on July 2, 2026. He was born on September 18, 1968, to Jack Griffin and Mary Watson. He was married to Akia Watson. He served in the U.S. Army.
Anthony Dwayne Taylor
Jul 1, 2026
Anthony Taylor, 61, of Independence, passed away on July 1, 2026. He was born on October 12, 1964, to Cornelius Taylor and Thelma Taylor.
Za'Kari Timahn Fleming
Jul 1, 2026
Za'Kari Fleming (Baby Boy Richard) passed away on July 1, 2026. He was born to Jadavion Fleming and Lesliy Richard.
David Eugene Hoffman
Jun 30, 2026
David Hoffman, 78, of Raytown, passed away June 30, 2026. He was born on April 4, 1948, to Marvin Hoffman and Billye Hoffman. He served in the U.S. Navy.
David Eugene Hoffman
Jun 30, 2026
David Hoffman, 78, of Raytown, passed away June 30, 2026. He was born on April 4, 1948, to Marvin Hoffman and Billye Hoffman. He served in the U.S. Navy .
Beverly Sue Fulks(Johnson)
Jun 30, 2026
Beverly Sue Fulks (Johnson) peacefully entered eternal rest on June 30, 2026, at the age of 81. She was born February 8, 1945, in Kansas City, Missouri, to the union of William and Anna Marie Johnson.
Beverly attended R.T. Cole and Lincoln High School in Kansas City, Missouri. Beverly went on to become a hard-working and dedicated woman who took great...
Hester Mae Shelton(Andrews)
Jun 29, 2026
Celebrating the Life Of
Hester M. Shelton, March 23, 1952- June 29, 2026
Hester Mae Shelton was born March 23, 1952, to Jessie Mae Keller and Lava Worthy in Saint Joseph, Louisiana. Both parents preceded her in death.
Hester Mae Shelton departed this life surrounded by loved ones at St Luke's Hospital of Kansas City. She received her education in the Rapides Parish...
Sondra Marie Myers(Perkins)
Jun 29, 2026
The Bold and Strong Sondra M. Myers was born on November 18, 1950, in Kansas City, Mo., to George and Mary Perkins. She was one of 13 children. Sondra received her education in the Kansas City, Mo., School District, graduating from Westport High School. She spent a fulfilling 27 -year career in Social Services, starting as a caseworker and eventually...
Pamela Ann Newman
Jun 28, 2026
Pamela Newman, 62, of Kansas City, passed away June 28, 2026. She was born on November 29, 1963, to Hugh Newman and Helena Candela.
Vera Lee Taylor(Haynes)
Jun 28, 2026
Vera Taylor(Haynes), 84, of Kansas City, passed away on June 28, 2026. She was born on September 4, 1941, to Warren Jackson Sr. and Ada Lemons.
A service will be held on Thursday, July 30, 2026, at Golden Gate Funeral &Cremation Services LLC, 2800 East 18th Street, KCMO 64127. There will not be a visitation. The service will begin at 3:00...
Richard Raymond Snow
Jun 28, 2026
Richard Snow, 59, of Smithville, passed away on June 28, 2026. He was born on August 18, 1966, to Robert Snow and Frances Snow.
Laura Watson(Meo)
Jun 28, 2026
Laura Watson(Meo), 82, of Kansas City, passed away June 28, 2026. She was born on January 10, 1944, to Joseph Meo and Mary Meo. She was married to Henri Watson.
Jane Ruth Vereecke(Jenkins)
Jun 27, 2026
It is with deep affection and heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved mother, Jane Ruth Vereecke of Independence, MO, who passed on Saturday, June 27th, surrounded by her family. Jane was known by those closest to her as someone who loved to seek adventure in the great outdoors and found meaning in celebratory times with her...
Darrell Caldwell
Jun 27, 2026
Darrell Caldwell, 70, of Pleasant Hill, passed away June 27, 2026. He was born on June 13, 1956, to Bertie Caldwell and Helen Wesson. He served in the U.S. Navy.
Robert Franklin Payton
Jun 27, 2026
Robert Payton, 72, of Odessa, passed away June 27, 2026. He was born on October 12, 1953, to Willis Payton and Kathleen Scudder.
Bao Thao
Jun 27, 2026
Bao Thao, 54, of Kansas City, passed away on June 27, 2026. She was born on January 10, 1972, to Boua Tong Thao and Shoua Her. She was married to Chong Yang
Eugene Edward Burenheide
Jun 27, 2026
Eugene Burenheide, 70, of Independence, passed away on June 27, 2026. He was born on January 2, 1956, to Anthony Burenheide and Clara Williams. He served in the U. S. Army.
Dyvid Fredlee Pittman Jr.
Jun 26, 2026
Dyvid Fredlee Pittman, Jr. was born on December 20, 2004 to Nicole Ellis and Dyvid Pittman, Sr.
Dyvid was a very intelligent and hardworking young man who valued education. During his early years, he attended schools in Shawnee Mission, Kansas, and Kansas City, Kansas, before graduating from William Chrisman High School in 2023. He enjoyed playing soccer, video games, listening to...
Emmanuel Larrieux
Jun 26, 2026
Emmanuel Larrieux, 25, of Independence, passed away on June 26, 2026. He was born on January 25, 2001, to Raymond Touchon and Theresa Gilles.
A service will be held on Saturday, July 18, 2026, at First Haitian Christian Fellowship, 544 Wabash Ave, KCMO 64124. The visitation will be held from 9:00-10:00 am, with the service to follow promptly at 10:00 am.
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