James I. "Jimi" West Sr.

James I. "Jimi" West Sr. obituary, Kansas City, KS

James I. "Jimi" West Sr.

James West Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Highland Park Funeral Home and Crematory on Jan. 30, 2026.
James "Jimi" Ira West Sr., age 64, was born on October 17, 1961 in Kansas City, KS to Carl and Doris West. He passed away on January 26, 2026 in Kansas City, KS.

Jimi is preceded in death by his parents; sons, Kevin and Justin West; and three brothers. He is survived and will be missed by his loving children: Kyleigh West, Alli West, Jamie Robinson, Josh West, Jesse West, James "Jimbo" West Jr, Christina Weber; many grandchildren and great grandchildren; sister, Daylene VanGosen; brother, Dale West; many cousins, nieces, nephews, other family and a large circle of friends.

Memorial service will be held on Saturday, February 7, 2026 at 1pm at CenterPointe Community Church, 401 N. 78th Street, Kansas City, KS 66112. A taco dinner will follow services at the church.

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