Obituaries

Sep 15, 2026

Jamie Cohen, 54, passed away peacefully at home on September 15, 2026, surrounded by the love of her family. Jamie was born on January 1, 1972, in Kern County, California.

 She made Missouri her home for more than 30 years, spending much of that time in Bethany, Missouri, a place she proudly called home. 

Jamie was a loving mother, wife, grandmother, sister,...

Sep 14, 2026

Welton Anthony Jones, was born in his grandmother’s home to Queenie Jones on June 29, 1964, in Painter, Virginia. Welton passed away on Monday, September 14, 2026, leaving behind a legacy built on strength, faith and boundless positivity.

Welton was the cherished son of the late Queenie Jones. His father was the late Welton Turner. The loving brother to his three...

Sep 14, 2026

Sandra Kolb,84, passed away on September 14, 2026, at University Health in Kansas City, MO. She was born on March 16, 1942, in Chicago, Illinois. She grew up in Sacramento, CA. She graduated high school and later attended Pitt State in Pittsburg, KS. She received a master’s degree in psychology.

She was preceded into death by her mom and dad, her...

Aug 31, 2026

Thomas Eugene Mozee’ (aka “Tommy or Mozee’) was born in Denver, Colorado on March 25, 1953, to Elmer Mozee’ and Cora Sue Hayes. Thomas was the first born to Cora Hayes with two other siblings after him, Lauretha Darcel Cobb and Keith Edwin Cobb. Thomas was preceded in death by his Maternal Grandmother Lettie Hughes, his Father and Mother, Step-Father,...

Aug 29, 2026

Aug 25, 2026

James Pittman Stephens, affectionately known as James Pittman, was born November 19, 1984, and departed this life on August 25, 2026, in Kansas City, Missouri. He was the son of James E. Stephens and the late Delories Pittman-Stephens. 

James was a loving brother to Ingrid Hubbard and a cherished uncle to Derrick Isaiah Hubbard and Imani D. Hubbard. James was a...

Aug 21, 2026

Terrance “Terry” Lamar Bronson was the son of Cheryl and Joe Bronson. Born in Kansas City, Mo, he spent time living in Maryland, California and Arizona. He was a licensed barber and at an early age he expressed an interest in drawing. His creative talents led to him becoming proficient in free style drawings of life. 

Terry also painted with various...

Aug 9, 2026

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Aug 4, 2026

Norma Jean Wrench Simpson, affectionately known as “Momma,” peacefully passed away on August 4, 2026, at the age of 91, in her Kansas City, Missouri home, surrounded by her loving family.

Born July 24, 1935, in Fort Scott, Kansas, to John Wrench and Gladys Wrench, Norma was raised in Fort Scott and graduated from Fort Scott Senior High School. With a...

Jul 31, 2026

Ronald Lagrone Sr., 54, passed away on July 31, 2026, at Belton Regional Medical Center in Belton, Missouri. Ronald was born on May 5, 1972, in Kansas City, Missouri, to Bennie David Lagrone and Joan Sneed-Lagrone.

He was raised in Kansas City, where he attended Kansas City Missouri Public Schools. Ronald began his career at the Animal Hospital on 47th Street,...

Jul 30, 2026

On July 28th, 2006, a special child was born, Billy Earl Duren. He was known to most as “Bills,” “Hollerin Jack,” which was a name given to him by his grandfather because of his explosive constant crying, even though nothing was wrong unlike any of the other children before him. Also known as “Tittie Baby,” which was a name given...

Jul 17, 2026

Randy Lee Randle Jr., 39, of Kansas City, Kansas, peacefully entered eternal rest at his home on July 17, 2026. He was born on May 30, 1987, in Kansas City, Kansas, to Randy Randle Sr. and Andrala “Lynn” Randle.

Randy was raised in Kansas City, where he attended and graduated from Schlagle High School. He was a faithful member of The...

Jul 16, 2026

Michael Holman 67, passed away on July 16, 2026 at his home in Kansas City, MO. He was born on September 12, 1959 in Kansas City, Mo to Tarie L. Holman and Charles W. Boatwright, Sr . He grew up in Kansas City, MO.

He attended Paseo High School in Kansas City, MO.

Michael gave his life to the Lord at New...

Jul 11, 2026

With profound sadness, we announce the passing of Dwayne L. Suber Sr., who departed this life on July 11, 2026, at the age of 66.

Dwayne was born on February 11, 1960, in Kansas City, Kansas, to Leo Sr. and Audrey L. Suber. He attended Wyandotte High School, where he formed lifelong friendships and developed a deep love for connecting with...

Jul 4, 2026

George Delaney Gordon, Jr., passed away at KU Medical Center on Saturday, July 4, 2026, at the age of 65. He was born on March 11, 1961, in Kansas City, Kansas to George Gordon, Sr., and Viola J. Gordon. Both parents preceded him in death. He was also preceded in death by one daughter Jeannie Janae Davis, one son Braxton...

Jun 10, 2026

Darcel Perez Douglas, affectionately known to family and friends as "DC," was born on July 25, 1964, in Kansas City, Missouri. He peacefully departed this life on June 10, 2026, at Research Medical Center, surrounded by love, at the age of 61.

Darcel leaves behind a legacy of love and cherished memories through his devoted wife, Debra Ann Douglas; his seven...

Jun 5, 2026

Clyde O. Carter, Jr., age 59, passed away peacefully on June 5, 2026, at Rainbow Hospice in Des Plaines, Illinois. Born on November 16, 1966, in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, Clyde was the beloved son of Clyde O. Carter, Sr., and Linda Carter.

 He grew up with a strong sense of service, determination, and devotion to family that would define his life....

May 27, 2026

Our beloved daughter lived only 18 years, yet the impact she made on the lives of those around her will be felt forever. She embraced life with a rare passion and authenticity, filling every room she entered with energy, laughter, and warmth. To know her was to witness someone who lived fully, loved deeply, and remained true to herself in...

May 26, 2026

Dear Family and Friends, We are celebrating the life of Joshua Terrill Quarles (Josh), who was born on August 25, 1994, in Kansas City, Missouri, to Melicent McFadden-Quarles and Michael Quarles Sr.

Josh received Christ early in his life and was baptized at the age of eight by Bishop John L. Brown at Newland Mark Church. He was educated in the...