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Legacy invites you to offer condolences and share memories of Althea in the Guest Book below.
The most recent obituary and service information is available at the Lawrence A. Jones & Sons Funeral Chapels - Kansas City website.
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Michael E. Minor
February 12, 2026
You are forever in my memory for teaching me the way to do outreach and how to run meetings and how to be strong. I hate I didn't get to thank you in person but cherish your wisdom.
Ericka Farrell
February 13, 2023
Althea I thought of you as the Kansas City Chiefs won the superbowl and you would have been at the parade for them winning another Super Bowl. Miss you RIP
michael minor
February 13, 2023
Althea taught me how to conduct meetings and gave me an opportunity to be great, and I will always take what I have learned from her and apply it wisely.
Rev. Melva J. Hayden, Esq.
March 10, 2022
I only recently learned of Althea's passing. I am shocked and deeply saddened at this news. I am still trying to wrap my mind around a world where Althea is no longer in it championing and fight for Environmental Justice for overlooked, underserved and overburdened low-income, communities of color. Please know that Althea will never be forgotten by her EPA Colleagues Agency-wide! Our world and lives are better for Althea having been in them! May God grant her family and EPA family comfort and peace. "Weeping may endure for a night, but joy cometh in the morning (Psalm 30:5).
Melva J. Hayden, EPA Region 2, (212) 637-3230.
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Ericka Farrell
February 26, 2022
Althea you are an angel that the Lord has said it is now time for you to rest. I will miss hearing your voice and you cheering your Kansas City Chiefs. I and others will certainly miss you being a champion for the Environmental Justice Community. Rest in Peace. Sending prayers of strength to the family.

Michael Minor
February 26, 2022
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
Arthur A Totten
February 26, 2022
Words can't fully express the intense positive energy Althea brought to living whether it was work, colleagues, friends or family. Her Remembrance Tree will symbolize Althea's impact on the EJ community, rooted in her nurturing influence and dedication in making EJ the force that it is today.
God Bless my Sister in Eternity
Arthur A Totten
Onyemaechi Nweke
February 24, 2022
It is so hard to believe Althea did not make it. She was direct, thoughtful, purpose-driven, kind, committed, determined, thorough, audacious, and a fierce advocate for environmental justice. She was an avid educator who used every encounter and opportunity to inform and enlighten. She was a historian as well and had a vast knowledge base of environmental justice history and work within the agency and regions. She was a storehouse of valuable institutional and practitioner knowledge. She was the ultimate colleague- helpful, collegial, and mission-driven. She was sincere and gave her all if she was going to show up. Her enthusiasm and focus on mission was infectious. For Althea, work within the environmental justice program was not just work; it was her passion and duty to humanity. It is unfortunate she will not be able to continue this work. She will be missed by many in the community of practice.
To her husband and family: Thank you for fighting hard to give her a chance to live and for sharing your journey with us. Your advocacy to get her the care she needed is beyond inspiring. Thank you for supporting her during her lifetime so that she could be a blessing to others. She is irreplaceable and unforgettable. Take comfort in the knowledge that she gave the gift of light wherever she showed up. I pray God gives you the strength to overcome this loss.
Angela Sena
February 24, 2022
Sincere condolences to your family. Althea was always reminding us how to work best with communities and to listen to their concerns. Glad to have worked and learned so much from her.
Jeannette Schafer
February 23, 2022
I am so saddened to hear of Althea's passing. I knew you were all fighting so hard for her recovery. She was an innovator and tireless advocate in EPA environmental health work for communities. Please know she has been a true inspiration for so many. May God bless and care for you and your family. My sincerest condolences on your loss.
Mustafa Santiago Ali
February 23, 2022
Althea you did so much for so many people and communities. You never shied away from doing the right thing even when faced with insurmountable odds. Thank you for your grace and love that you shared with thousands. Your legacy will live on and you will never be forgotten.
Blessings
Mustafa
Reginald Harris
February 22, 2022
Althea was a kind, compassionate, and dedicated champion for the protection and revitalization of communities and citizens in need. She was a relentless advocate for fairness and change. She was a warrior for the people who will be missed. My deepest sympathy goes out to her lovely family. God bless you all.
Marcus Rivas
February 19, 2022
Marcus, Malcolm, Mackenzie, Micah, ... the list of those who loved and reaped benefits of Althea's love - my most sincere condolences. She was a champion for the whole of the environment and the ecology of its people.
Let us all remember how she came into our lives and made things brighter, more inclusive. God's peace.
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