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Cecelia Verlee Tolbert

Cecelia Verlee Tolbert

Jan 15, 2026

Cecelia Tolbert ,69, of Kansas City passed away January 15,2026 . She was born August 17, 1956 to Robert Tolbert Sr. and Esther Harris 

Robert Michael DeMay

Robert Michael DeMay

Jan 15, 2026

Robert Michael DeMay, 62, of Warsaw passed away January 15,2026. He was born to David DeMay Sr. and Barbara Ruth.  

Tyrone Develle Jack Sr.

Tyrone Develle Jack Sr.

Jan 15, 2026

Tyrone Davelle Jack Sr. was born in Kansas City, Ks on July 23, 1961, to Jimmie and Ponnie Jack. He was the youngest of four. Both parents and his brother, Jimmie Yadullah preceded him in death.

Tyrone graduated from Washington High School in 1979. He went on to work for General Motors, Kellogg's, and Ground Effects where he excelled in many...

Cecelia VerLee Tolbert

Cecelia VerLee Tolbert

Jan 15, 2026

Cecelia “CeCe” Tolbert was born in Kansas City, Missouri, to Esther Mae Harris and Robert Tolbert Sr. She was educated in the Kansas City School District and graduated from Central High School.

CeCe worked as a Certified Nursing Assistant, where she built a meaningful career, formed lasting friendships, and touched many lives through her care and compassion.

She was never married but...

Gertina J Bedford (Jones)

Gertina J Bedford (Jones)

Jan 14, 2026

Gertina Jones was born March 2,1930 in Hempstead Arkansas to Ebby Jones and Cora Riley.

Gertina was educated at an early age in the Hope, Arkansas, school district before traveling to Kansas City, Missouri. She took on the job of being a housekeeper until she retired.

On June 9, 1961, Gertina entered into a marriage with David Bedford, Sr. During this union,...

Cody Wayne Hickman

Cody Wayne Hickman

Jan 14, 2026

Cody Wayne Hickman, 40, of Kansas City passed away January 14,2026. He was born to Robert Hickman and Rhonda Epson. 

Darren L Davis

Darren L Davis

Jan 14, 2026

Darren F. Davis ,41,of Kansas City passed away January 14,2026. He was born to Richard Foreshoe and Carolyn Rennels . He was married to Anna Davis. 

Anna Elizabeth Davis

Anna Elizabeth Davis

Jan 14, 2026

Anna Elizabeth Davis,41, of Kansas City passed away January 14, 2026. She was born to William Davis and Denise Walker. She was married to Darren Davis. 

Raymond L Cole

Raymond L Cole

Jan 14, 2026

Raymond Cole, 64, passed away January 14, 2026 . He was born to C.G. Trice and Geneva Cole Trice. 

Leon Marvin Woodard

Leon Marvin Woodard

Jan 13, 2026

Leon “Big O” Marvin Woodard, age 81, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, January 13, 2026, in Kansas City, Missouri. He was born April 20, 1944, in Kansas City, Missouri, and leaves behind a legacy built on love, music, family, and honorable service. He was the cherished son of Romelda Earl Williams and Charles Arthur Woodard, both of whom preceded him...

Kenneth Lane

Kenneth Lane

Jan 13, 2026

Kenny Lane was born in Kansas City to Marshall Earl Lane and Mary Louise Lane. He was educated in the Kansas City Public school district. Kenny was a beloved son, brother, uncle, cousin, and friend. Kenny, was always the life of the party; whether through his beautiful singing voice or his dance moves! His quick wit, humor, and love will...

Kevin Maurice Mc Alaster

Kevin Maurice Mc Alaster

Jan 13, 2026

Kevin Maurice McAlaster, 55, of Kansas City passed away January 13,2026. He was born to Augusta Vann and Mary McAlaster .

Janet Sue Hazlett (Lahue)

Janet Sue Hazlett (Lahue)

Jan 13, 2026

Janet Hazlett, 82, of Independence, passed away January 13, 2026. She was born February 05, 1943, to Herschel and Wilda Lahue.

Kenneth Joseph Arens Sr.

Kenneth Joseph Arens Sr.

Jan 13, 2026

Kenneth Arens Sr., 81, of Kansas City, passed away January 13, 2026. He was born June 04, 1944, to Edmond and Elizabeth Arens.

Melisa Francis Strauss

Melisa Francis Strauss

Jan 12, 2026

Melisa Francis Strauss,53,of Kansas City  passed away January 12, 2026. She was born January 21 ,1972 to William Strauss Jr. and L. Gordan  Link. 

Robert Lee Jernigan

Robert Lee Jernigan

Jan 12, 2026

Robert Lee Jernigan, 43, of Carbondale passed away January 12,2026. He was born April 20,1982 to Bethal Jernigan. He was married to Jeanett. 

Priscilla Lane Kincaid (Walker)

Priscilla Lane Kincaid (Walker)

Jan 12, 2026

Priscilla Kincaid, 74, of Kansas City, passed away January 12, 2026. She was born June 21, 1951, to Thomas and Willie Mae Walker.

Susan Jean Falk (Carson)

Susan Jean Falk (Carson)

Jan 12, 2026

Susan Falk, 88, of Independence, passed away January 12, 2026. She was born May 26, 1937, to Knowelton and Dorothy Carson.

Alfred George Whitaker

Alfred George Whitaker

Jan 11, 2026

Alfred Whitaker,54, of Odessa passed away January 11,2026 . He was born January 20,1971 to Alfred Armstrong and Mary Whitaker . He was married to Chanda Whitaker . 

Marva Louise Wilson (Forbush)

Marva Louise Wilson (Forbush)

Jan 11, 2026

Marva Louise Wilson peacefully entered eternal rest on January 11, 2026. Born on December 14, 1948, Marva lived a life marked by quiet grace, unwavering love, and deep devotion to her family and faith.

Marva was the beloved daughter of John Franklin Forbush Sr. and Willie Mae Forbush, both of whom preceded her in death. She was also preceded in death...

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