In the early morning of April 4, 2026, the heavenly choir gained a beautiful new voice as Wanda Delores Brantley, 67, peacefully transitioned from her earthly home at Merriam Gardens to her eternal rest. A life of harmony and grace was born to Douglas and Laura (Wilson) Brantley. Although her journey began in Kansas City, Missouri but she was a proud 1976 graduate of Bonner Springs High School. After graduation, she attended Ea La Mar’s Cosmetology & Barber College, earning her ...

Jinnie Mae Lockettt, 88, passed away on April 6, 2026, at KU Medical Center. She was born July 22, 1937, to Lucille Anderson-Bowie and James Bowie in Rayville, LA. They preceded her in death. She joined Gospel Temple Baptist Church in 1952 under Rev. John Shavers and was baptized at an early age. She attended Sunday School and was a junior usher. She also belonged to the Florist Club and believed in helping as a flower girl at funerals. She attended Coleman High School in Pine Bluff, AR ...

Ja'Kailah Dezirae' Iveryana Jones, beloved daughter of Rozelle Jones and Quinishia Tatum, entered this world on February 25, 2026, in Overland Park, Kansas, and departed it far too soon on March 18, 2026, in the same city that first cradled her life. In her brief time on earth, Ja'Kailah’s presence was a gentle whisper of grace, a quiet reminder of how deeply a life can be felt, no matter how small or short. She was a tender light to her family, a loving soul whose memory will forever ...

Patricia J. Hussey, lovingly known as Pat, was a woman whose life was rooted in faith, family, and quiet strength. Born on August 1, 1949, in Kansas City, Missouri, Pat was the eldest of four children and carried that role with grace and responsibility throughout her life. She had a gentle spirit, a deep love for music—especially gospel, jazz, and blues—and found joy in reading, playing cards, and simply being with the people she loved. Family ...

Clarence Thompson was born on August 4, 1951 in Kansas City, Kansas to Tecumesh Thompson and Pauline Ansley. Clarence was raised with strong values that stayed with him throughout his life. At an early age, he accepted Christ, a foundation that guided him in how he lived, how he treated others, and how he carried himself. He was a man who believed in doing things the right way, standing on what was right, and handling his responsibilities without hesitation. Clarence attended school in ...

Mike Macharia Kihara was born on June 8, 1985, to Sammy Kihara Maina and the late Mary Ngima Kihara, and was a beloved stepson to Susan Nyambura Kihara. He was a cherished brother to Edwin Mwaria Kihara, the late Jeff Kiguta Kihara, and a loving stepbrother to Denis Maina Kihara. He was a devoted and loving husband to Patti, a loving father to Macaulay Kihara Macharia, who was the light of his life and his greatest joy, and a caring dad to Isaac, whom he loved deeply. Mike lived a life ...

Sandra Jean Robinson was born on Sunday, May 14, 1939, to Cornelius Holmes Sr. and Margaret Mae Jones-Holmes and began her journey in Kansas City, Missouri. She is the first child born of four children and was affectionately nicknamed “Guy.” She accepted Jesus Christ at an early age at Mt. Zion AME Church in Kansas City, Kansas, and later joined Second Metropolitan Baptist Church, where she was a faithful member for over 50 years. She served faithfully as Superintendent of ...

Ashli McGough was born on March 6, 1988 to George McGough and Evelyn McGough. From the very beginning, Ashli had a vibrant spirit and a presence that naturally drew people to her. At an early age, Ashli accepted Christ and carried that foundation of faith with her throughout her life. She was raised with a deep appreciation for family, loyalty, and love for the people closest to her. Ashli attended schools in both the Kansas City, Missouri and Kansas City, Kansas school districts, where ...