Obituaries

Mar 20, 2026

Born Obie Eugene Williams September 09, 1936 in St Joseph, MO to Lorraine and Edward Williams. He was one of twelve children. His parents, brothers Edward, Marvin, Eurcle, Wayman, Lamont and sisters Anna, Laura, Charlotte, Charmaine and Beverly all preceded him in death.Obie attended Bartlett School in St Joseph until the 9th grade, completing his schooling at Poli Tech High...

Mar 17, 2026

Robert Eugene Johnson, 70, passed March 17, 2026 at a local hospital. Mr. Johnson has been cremated under the direction of the Bullock Family Funeral Chapel. A memorial service will be held at a later date.

Mar 8, 2026

Barbara Colene Conant (Brandon), 88, went peacefully to meet her Lord and Savior on March 8, 2026, surrounded by loved ones and compassionate caregivers.Barbara was born on December 15, 1937, in Green City, Missouri, to Delorm and Clarice Brandon.Barbara was a woman of deep and unwavering faith. She accepted Christ as her Savior in the early 1970s, and from that...

Mar 7, 2026

Douglas Eugene Hughes, Sr. transitioned peacefully on March 7, surrounded by his loving family. Doug was born in St. Joseph, Missouri, on March 24, 1951, to Laura and Harold Hughes. Doug was a faithful servant of God, a pillar in his community as both a citizen and Deacon, and a loving son, husband, brother, and father. Stalwart in the church,...

Feb 28, 2026

LaFaun Eileen Bell, born on October 4, 1951, passed away peacefully on February 28 2026, in St. Joseph, Missouri. She lived a life marked by kindness and unwavering dedication to her family and community.

LaFaun was a cherished member of the Saint Joseph community, where she resided for a majority of her life. Through her many contributions, she touched the hearts...

Feb 24, 2026

Walked into the loving arms of his Savior after many years of health issues.

Charlie worked many jobs in his life but spent the last 16 years at I & M Machine and Fabrication before retiring in 2012. Received his GED at age of 56, which is quite an accomplishment. He was baptized February 19, 2014 at Bible Baptist Church in...

Feb 24, 2026

Isaac “Sonny” Lee Collins of Lenexa, Kansas formally of Saint Joseph passed Tuesday, February 24th at his residence. Born in Canton, Mississippi, he received his primary and secondary education there. He later moved to Kansas City, Missouri where he met and married the love of his life Sonja Bradley. In 1990, they moved to St. Joseph, Missouri.

Isaac was an avid...

Feb 23, 2026

James Edward Dodd was called into eternity on February 23, 2026, surrounded by his loving family. He was born on December 19, 1932, in St. Joseph, Missouri, to Edward and Lillian Dodd. James graduated from Bartlett High School and later proudly served his country in the United States Air Force for four years. Following his military service, he began his...

Feb 16, 2026

Howard Alton Brown, born on August 16, 1954, in the heart of St. Joseph, Missouri, has journeyed from this world, departing on February 16, 2026. He leaves behind a tapestry of memories woven with love, laughter, and the unmistakable warmth that only he could impart.

A quintessential St. Joseph native, Howard grew up amidst the rolling hills and the friendly embrace...

Feb 2, 2026

Wanda was the sixth child born to Pinkerton Brown and Roberta McClellan Brown. She was born in

Foreman, Arkansas on December 30, 1942, and later the family relocated to Kansas City. Wanda

attended and graduated from Argentine High School, Class of 1963 and was later employed in numerous

roles through the years, including nursing assistant, School Bus Driver, Student Companion at School for

the...

Dec 8, 2025

Dorothy Marcella Massey, a cherished soul, transitioned into eternity on December 8, 2025, cradled by the love of her family in Independence, Missouri. Born in the heart of Tallassee, Alabama on May 28, 1961, she delighted in the simple joys of life, their bonds nurtured through laughter and warmth. She was a proud product of the local school district, where...

Dec 6, 2025

Gloria G. Johnson, a beacon of warmth and love, quietly departed this world on December 6, 2025, in St. Joseph, Missouri. She was born on April 3, 1945, in the charming town of Attalia, Alabama, where her journey began, each day woven with laughter, kindness, and an unwavering spirit.

Gloria was known for her boundless generosity and her ability to light...

Nov 20, 2025

Brenda L. Moore-Estes, a treasured soul of Saint Joseph, Missouri, departed from this earthly realm on Thursday, November 20, 2025, at the age of 84, enveloped in the warmth of her family’s embrace. Born on November 2, 1941, in a world that would soon cherish her indomitable spirit, Brenda illuminated the lives of those around her with her spirited passion...

Oct 23, 2025

Anthony Jerome Williams 70, St. joseph, Missouri passed October 23, 2025 while in Florida. Arrangements are pending, Bullock Family Funeral Chapel.

Oct 15, 2025

Johnathan Andrelle Turrentine was born June 18, 1979. He was the son of Terry and Paula Stovall of Kansas City Missouri. Johnathan was the second youngest of five children, with the oldest brother Myron O'Neal Turrentine proceeding him in death. Johnathan accepted Christ at an early age and was baptized as a member of the True Faith Missionary Baptist...

Oct 4, 2025

In Loving Memory of Tyree Anthony Wilson September 4, 1974 – October 4, 2025

Tyree Anthony Wilson, affectionately known by many as "Tank" or "Reese," passed away on October 4, 2025, at the age of 51. Born on September 4, 1974, Tyree was preceded in death by his beloved mother, Nora K. Wilson, and his father, Arthur...

Sep 12, 2025

Keara Frances Wilkinson born to Billie Jean Wilkinson on August 23, 2007 in St. Joseph, MO. The youngest and only sister to three older brothers, raised by her grandmother after the passing of her mother in 2011. Keara tragically passed away at the young age of 18 on September 12, 2025.

Keara enjoyed her job at Taco...

Jul 22, 2025

Donald Ray Barnett, a devoted family man and outdoorsman, passed away on July 22, 2025 at the age of 87. Born in Plattsburgh, Missouri to Paul and Myrtle Barnett, Donald was raised by his loving grandparents, Charley and Sarah Barnett.

Donald spent his life working hard and pursuing his passions. He was known for selling rabbits and...

May 30, 2025

Linda Lee Harbord White, 69, passed away May 30, 2025 after a lengthy illness in St. Joseph, MO. Born September 17, 1955 in St. Joseph, MO to Edward Benton Harbord, Sr. and Clella Mae (Shay) Harbord. Linda was raised in Elwood, KS where she was a proud Elwood Panther. Later she would become a Certified Nurses Assistant, working for...

Mar 11, 2025

Finest Leroy Banks, Jr.,  was called into eternity on March 11, 2025, at the age of 65. Finest was born in St. Joseph, Missouri, on August 14, 1959, to the late Finest Leroy Banks, Sr. and Anna Lou White-Banks.

A proud graduate of Central High School, Finest worked in the concrete industry for many years, first with...