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Norma Louise Masterson-Reed
Jul 17, 2026
Ms. Norma Masterson was born on April 5, 1950, in Kansas City, Missouri, to the union of Ralph Masterson Sr. and Elaine Masterson. Norma grew up spending most of her childhood in Kansas City, Missouri. She attended Paseo High School in Kansas City and graduated in 1968 with honors. After high school, Norma attended Pepperdine University in Malibu, California, where...
Velma Jean Jennings(Rodgers)
Jul 19, 2026
Velma Jennings(Rodgers), 91, of Kansas City, passed away on July 19, 2026. She was born on September 5, 1934, to Johnny Rodgers and Odessa Rodgers.
A service will be held on Thursday, August 6, 2026, at St. Monica Catholic Church, 1616 The Paseo, Kansas City, MO 64108. The visitation will be held from 9:00-11:00 am, with the service to follow promptly...
Tonya Laree Dillard
Jul 21, 2026
Tonya Laree Dillard departed her earthly home on July 21, 2026. She was the oldest of two children. Born to the union of Carol Gibbs and Van Dillard Sr., Tonya graduated from Truman High School in Independence, Missouri, in 1982. She was employed by Casey’s Microfilming in Kansas City, Missouri, for several years. Tonya accepted Christ at an Early age....
Treska Marie Stinson(Jenkins)
Aug 1, 2026
Treska Stinson(Jenkins), 61, of Grandview, passed away on August 1, 2026. She was born on January 19, 1965, to Johnny and Isabella Stinson.
Jina La'Vette McIntosh(Jackson)
Jul 31, 2026
Jina McIntosh(Jackson), 60, of Independence, passed away on July 31, 2026. She was born on March 4, 1966, to Allen and Gladys Jackson.
Rosetta Mae Taylor(Thomas)
Jul 29, 2026
The Life Cycle Begins - On September 26, 1935, in Holden, Missouri, a beautiful rose began to bloom. Rosetta M. Thomas, lovingly called “Rose,” was born to Bishop Arbra W. Thomas and Mother Helen Thomas as their dear daughter. From the very beginning, Rose’s life reflected the beauty of her name, marked by steady growth, gentle strength, and a grace...
Tenisha Lanee Witherspoon
Jul 28, 2026
Tenisha Witherspoon, 43, of Kansas City, passed away on July 28, 2026. She was born on October 19, 1982, to Terry and Angela Witherspoon.
Jimmy Wayne Street
Jul 28, 2026
Jimmy Street, 71, of Kansas City, passed away on July 28, 2026. He was born on May 26, 1955, to George and Blanche Street.
Phillip Guy McLeod
Jul 27, 2026
Phillip McLeod,75, of Lee's Summit, passed away on July 27, 2026. He was born on September 10, 1950, to Neal and Delores McLeod. He was married to Jacalyn McLeod.
Denise Ann Miller
Jul 27, 2026
Denise Miller, 69, of Kansas City, passed away on July 27, 2026. She was born on August 29, 1956, to Robert and Gloria Miller.
Christopher Loy Smith
Jul 27, 2026
Christopher Smith,52, of Kansas City, passed away on July 27, 2026. He was born on April 9, 1974, to James Preston and Shirley Inge. He was married to Pamela Smith.
Sherry Ann Riley
Jul 26, 2026
Sherry Riley, 47, of Kansas City, passed away on July 26, 2026. She was born on March 18, 1979, to Kenny Glasco and Wilma Winters.
A service will be held on Saturday, August 15, 2026, at Providence House of Worship COGIC, 1925 Hardesty Ave, KCMO 64127. A visitation will be held from 9:00 to 11:00 am, with the service following promptly...
Catherine Virginia Christiansen
Jul 26, 2026
Ms. Cathy Christiansen, 48, of Grandview, MO, passed away on July 26, 2026. A devoted mother and educator, her spirit was as bold as her love for Kansas City sports, celebrating Halloween, being an avid reader and lifelong learner, an enthusiast of tattoos and the Big Easy, and a super-collector of people who will feel her absence abundantly. Her unexpected...
Debora Janice Cannon
Jul 25, 2026
Debora Cannon,70, of Kansas City, passed away on July 25, 2026. She was born on September 9, 1955, to David Cannon Sr. and Geneva Hartsfield. She was married to Marvin Robinson. She served in the U.S. Army.
Victoria Ruth Riley(Parker)
Jul 25, 2026
Victoria Riley(Parker), 69, of Belton, passed away on July 25, 2026. She was born on February 6, 1957, to Joseph Parker and Nannie Parker.
Faye Evelyn Arnold(Sanders)
Jul 25, 2026
Faye Arnold(Sanders),71, of Blue Springs, passed away on July 25, 2026. She was born on November 26, 1955, to Isiah Sanders and Mary Sanders. She was married to Roderick Arnold.
A service will be held on Monday, August 10, 2026, at Golden Gate Funeral & Cremation Services LLC: 2800 East 18th Street, KCMO 64127. The visitation will be held from...
Mara Zoe Gordillo Xalamihua
Jul 25, 2026
Mara(Baby Girl) Gordillo Xalamihua, passed away on July 25,2026. She was born to Alvaro Gordillo and Angeles Xalamihua Castillo.
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Cheryl Ann McNamara(Vsetecka)
Jul 25, 2026
Cheryl McNamara(Vsetecka), 76, Tonganoxie, passed away on July 25, 2026. She was born on September 13, 1949, to Charles Vsetecka and Estelle Vsetecka.
Bruce Lane Henson
Jul 24, 2026
Bruce Lane Henson, 66, of Independence, Missouri, passed away on July 24, 2026. He was born on October 27, 1959, in St. Joseph, Missouri, to Gene and Frances Henson.Bruce spent much of his career in transportation and logistics, where he was known as a dedicated manager with an unwavering work ethic. He often said he would “work until the day...
Mary E. Greer(Kodar)
Jul 24, 2026
Mary Greer(Kodar), 76, of Richards, passed away on July 24, 2026. She was born on January 12, 1950.
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