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Andrew Jessie Taylor Sr.

Andrew Jessie Taylor Sr.

Jun 2, 2026

Andrew Taylor was born on March 15, 1941, in Grayson, Oklahoma, to the union of Felix Sr. and Fannie Taylor. He completed his education in Oklahoma, earning his diploma and attending college before relocating to Kansas City, where he began a long and dedicated career with Colgate. Following his retirement, Andrew continued his commitment to serving others by working at...

Edward Michael Strickland

Edward Michael Strickland

May 20, 2026

Edward Strickland was born on May 7, 1992, at St. Joseph Medical Center in Wichita, Kansas, to Renee Strickland and Rodney Smith.

From a young age, Edward always loved the water and swimming, and in high school, he was a member of the swim team. He especially enjoyed being in the pool and carried with him cherished memories of a childhood...

David Allen Johnson

David Allen Johnson

May 28, 2026

God shall wipe away all tears from their eyes:And there shall be no more death, Neither sorrow, Nor crying, Neither should there be any more pain. Revelations 21 :4Today we honor and celebrate the life of a beloved man who lived with compassion, Integrity, And devotion to others. He dedicated his life to doing good and always placed his family...

Robert Eugene Foster

Robert Eugene Foster

Apr 27, 2026

Robert (Bob) Eugene Foster, Age 71, of 8800 NE 82nd St., Kansas City, MO passed away April, 27, 2026, at Hospice House at North Kansas City Hospital.

Bob was born in Kanas City on June 13, 1954 to Eugene (Gene) Foster and Jeannette Montiel Foster.

Bob graduated from Chrisman High School and Electronics Institute in Kansas City, MO, and retired from the...

Willie Ray Williams Sr.

Willie Ray Williams Sr.

Jun 7, 2026

Willie Ray Williams Sr., 73, of Kansas City, passed away June 7, 2026. He was born on June 25, 1952, to Willie Woods and Marie Williams. He was married to Katherine Williams. A service will be held on Tuesday, June 23, 2026, at Christian Tabernacle COGIC, 7405 Paseo Blvd. KCMO. The visitation will begin at 9:00-11:00 am, with the service...

Otis Jean Williams

Otis Jean Williams

May 28, 2026

Otis Jean Williams, 69, of Kansas City, passed away May 28, 2026. She was born on April 4, 1957, to Otis Spears and Maybelle Williams. A service will be held on Friday, June 26, 2026, at Golden Gate Funeral & Cremation Services LLC, 2800 East 18th Street, KCMO 64127. The visitation will begin at 10:00-11:00 am, with the service to...

Michael Patrick Dwyer I

Michael Patrick Dwyer I

Jun 7, 2026

Michael Patrick Dwyer I,68, of Kansas City, passed away on June 7, 2026. He was born on March 3, 1958, to Michael Dwyer and Kathlen Dwyer. A Memorial Service will be held on Wednesday, July 1, 2026, at Golden Gate Funeral & Cremation Services, 2800 East 18th Street. KCMO 64127 at 3:00 pm. There is no wake. 

Valerie Ann Baggerly

Valerie Ann Baggerly

Jun 10, 2026

Valerie Baggerly ( Berger), 85, of Kansas City, passed away June 10, 2026. She was born on April 4, 1941, to Donald W. Berger and Mary Jane Berger. 

Rose Marie Turner

Rose Marie Turner

Jun 9, 2026

Rose Turner, 65, of Wichita, passed away June 6, 2026. She was born on September 1, 1960, to John Turner and Geraldine Turner.  

Shirley Denise Dunklin ( Reeves)

Shirley Denise Dunklin ( Reeves)

Jun 9, 2026

Shirley Dunklin (Reeves), 74, of Raytown, passed away June 9, 2026. She was born on December 17, 1951, to David Reeves and Otha Kirksey McCorvey. 

Leland Leroy Newell Jr.

Leland Leroy Newell Jr.

Jun 6, 2026

Leland Newell Jr., 64, of Independence, passed away June 6, 2026. He was born on August 11, 1961, to Leland Newell Sr. and Beulah Newell. 

Rickey Lynn Toops

Rickey Lynn Toops

Jun 5, 2026

Rickey Toops, 59, of Belton, passed away June 5, 2026. He was born on December 24, 1966, to Alvin Toops and Pearl Webb Poke. 

Richard Reed Sallaz II

Richard Reed Sallaz II

Jun 5, 2026

Richard Sallaz, 64, of Kansas City, passed away June 5, 2026. He was born on November 6, 1961, to Richard Sallaz Sr. and Beatrice Sallaz. 

Daniel B. Rivera Jr.

Daniel B. Rivera Jr.

Jun 2, 2026

Daniel Rivera Jr. was born on December 18th, 1942 in North Platte, Nebraska to parents Daniel Munoz Rivera and Rosie Casillas Rivera. Dan accepted Christ at an early age and devoted his youth to serving the church as an altar boy for St. Patrick's Catholic Church.Dan attended North Platte Highschool and graduated in the class of 1962.After highschool, Dan was...

Linda Ruth Gagas(Shanks)

Linda Ruth Gagas(Shanks)

Jun 1, 2026

Linda Gagas (Shanks), 75, of Lenexa, passed away on June 1, 2026. She was born on September 1, 1950, to Harold Shanks and Rena Shanks.

William Jeffrey Patrick

William Jeffrey Patrick

Jun 1, 2026

William Patrick, 78, of Kansas City, passed away on June 1, 2026. He was born on February 9, 1948, to Calvin Patrick and Dixie Battles. 

Cyril Anthony Swoboda

Cyril Anthony Swoboda

Jun 1, 2026

Cyril Swoboda, 80, of Kansas City, passed away June 1, 2026. He was born on April 17, 1946, to Anthony Swoboda and Leola Swoboda. He served in the U.S. Air Force.   

Robert Freeman Williams Sr.

Robert Freeman Williams Sr.

Jun 1, 2026

Robert Williams Sr. 83,of Kansas City passed away June 1, 2026 . He was born March 17, 1943 to Freeman Williams. 

Susan Carol Bayne (Cravens)

Susan Carol Bayne (Cravens)

May 31, 2026

Susan Carol Bayne (Cravens), 66, of Lee’s Summit, Missouri, passed away peacefully on May 31, 2026.

Born on January 12, 1960, in Houston, Texas, Susan was the beloved wife of Scott Matthew Bayne for 40 years. She was the mother of one son, Danny Kirkpatrick and his wife, Sarah, and three daughters, Melanie Marie Morgan, Jamie Irene Miranda, and Krista Marie...

Bonita Frances Kelly

Bonita Frances Kelly

May 30, 2026

Bonita Kelly, 65, of Atchison, passed away May 30, 2026. She was born on September 27, 1960, to Bernis Kelly and Mary Kelly.

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