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Krystal Lakeshia (Cunningham) Anderson, 40, of Leawood, passed away unexpectedly on March 20, 2024, shortly after the birth of her daughter, Charlotte Willow Anderson, who was born at rest.
Krystal was born on April 27, 1983 to Carlyle and Bertha (Banks) Cunningham at Killeen, TX. She graduated from Eastwood High in El Paso, TX, where she was active with the African Dance group. She earned a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science from the University of Richmond, where she was a member of the Alpha Kappa Alpha sorority, participated in the African Dance group, and was a cheerleader for the football team.
Krystal worked as a Software Engineer at Oracle Health (formerly Cerner), making significant contributions to improving healthcare, including being awarded a patent for developing software that assesses the risk of post-partum hemorrhage. Beyond her software achievements, she dedicated more than a decade to the Kansas City Chiefs Cheerleaders, sharing her spirit and energy. Krystal also shared her passion for wellness as a yoga instructor with CorePower Yoga, where she inspired many with her dedication to health and balance.
On July 31, 2021, she married Clayton William Anderson, and they made their home in Leawood, Kansas.
Krystal radiated joy and laughter to everyone she encountered. She was passionate about philanthropy, working with Big Brothers and Big Sisters of KC, Gabriella's Little Library, and the First Hand Foundation. She fiercely advocated for Black women in STEM and women's health. In her spare time, she enjoyed dancing, laughing with her sisters, practicing and teaching yoga, dinners with exotic and spicy food, and spending couch time with her husband and their two dogs, Sprocket and Louie.
Krystal is survived by her loving husband, Clayton, parents Bertha and Burnette (BJ) Johnson, brother Corey Johnson, grandmother Carrie Banks, cousin Kytah Banks, cousin Jennifer Banks, and several other extended relatives and in-laws.
She was preceded in death by her infant son, James Charles, and infant daughter, Charlotte Willow.
In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to Krystal's Legacy Fund. You may contribute by visiting the GoFundMe memorial established (search Krystal Anderson).
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Krystal Lakeshia (Cunningham) Anderson, 40, of Leawood, passed away unexpectedly on March 20, 2024, shortly after the birth of her daughter, Charlotte Willow Anderson, who was born at rest.
Krystal was born on April 27, 1983 to Carlyle and Bertha (Banks) Cunningham at Killeen, TX. She graduated from Eastwood High in El Paso, TX, where she was active with the African Dance group. She earned a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science from the University of Richmond, where she was a member of the Alpha Kappa Alpha sorority, participated in the African Dance group, and was a cheerleader for the football team.
Krystal worked as a Software Engineer at Oracle Health (formerly Cerner), making significant contributions to improving healthcare, including being awarded a patent for developing software that assesses the risk of post-partum hemorrhage. Beyond her software achievements, she dedicated more than a decade to the Kansas City Chiefs Cheerleaders, sharing her spirit and energy. Krystal also shared her passion for wellness as a yoga instructor with CorePower Yoga, where she inspired many with her dedication to health and balance.
On July 31, 2021, she married Clayton William Anderson, and they made their home in Leawood, Kansas.
Krystal radiated joy and laughter to everyone she encountered. She was passionate about philanthropy, working with Big Brothers and Big Sisters of KC, Gabriella's Little Library, and the First Hand Foundation. She fiercely advocated for Black women in STEM and women's health. In her spare time, she enjoyed dancing, laughing with her sisters, practicing and teaching yoga, dinners with exotic and spicy food, and spending couch time with her husband and their two dogs, Sprocket and Louie.
Krystal is survived by her loving husband, Clayton, parents Bertha and Burnette (BJ) Johnson, brother Corey Johnson, grandmother Carrie Banks, cousin Kytah Banks, cousin Jennifer Banks, and several other extended relatives and in-laws.
She was preceded in death by her infant son, James Charles, and infant daughter, Charlotte Willow.
In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to Krystal's Legacy Fund. You may contribute by visiting the GoFundMe memorial established (search Krystal Anderson).
To leave a message for Krystal's family, or to share a special memory, click on the "Share Memories" button above.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
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Rhonda Taylor
March 17, 2025
As the day approaches of the anniversary your beautiful wife's returned to God, remember the life you've shared together. Mr. Anderson, we don't know each other but somehow I received a notification with your wife's memorial. My heart burst into tears because I noticed we share a bond of loosing our soulmates." You are not alone. Sending my deepest condolences to you and your family. I'll keep you all in my thoughts and prayers
Andre Cunningham
April 11, 2024
My first Memory Of Krystal is when our grandmom Hazel, took me (Andre) down to south to Roanoke rapids to meet the family. She was and is sooo cool and I've always looked up to her. She's the example I've always followed. I'll miss her dearly and am Praying for her husband during this time. She a presence that will not be easily forgotten! I love you cuzzo! ^-^
Allania Jones
March 31, 2024
Please accept our most fervent prayers and deepest condolences to Krystal's family and friends.
Rest in Love, Krystal.
Love,
Allania and Barry Jones
Rhonda Taylor
March 29, 2024
God bless you Mr. Anderson and your family in this time of sorrow. I'm praying for God to carry you through this difficult time. I'm still grieving the loss of my fiance. Sending love and hugs of condolences
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Wendy dunn NC
March 28, 2024
To this family! You are in my thoughts during this time! Sending my prayers and love to you all! Cheifs Fan for life! May God be with you all! Mr Anderson and family!
*Tara* Yates
March 28, 2024
Krystal I remember when I first met you in our 8th grade Science Class at Eastwood Middle School. You and our other friend Crystal Cortez were the first two people to talk to me and become my friends. Being that my family got stationed at Ft. Bliss El Paso, TX it was very comforting to know you made my new surroundings so much easier and so welcoming with your lovely smile, I will never forget that. Since then we´ve been friends all they way through Eastwood High School dancing for Faith and our African Dance Group, all the way through college and into adulthood. I had some amazing memories with you and plenty of fun times we all captured with the camera. I miss those days of all of us having sleepovers at each other´s houses, going to the power jam concerts, hanging out at the mall, going to the movies, going to homecoming games and dances, being on the homecoming decorating committee, performing at the pep rallies and my favorite black history month we would decorate a hallway with a theme and would win those black history knowledge bowls plus performed at some amazing events throughout El Paso, TX. Are little crew became a family we were all like sisters. You are truly loved and gonna be missed tremendously. Your Light is Radiant, Your Smile is Radiant, Your Heart is Radiant and I know you are Shining Bright in Heaven. Rest in Paradise Beautiful.
*Tara* Yates
Jim George
March 28, 2024
Krystal, you made a difference to many lives. Rest in peace and the love you shared for your family and friends.
Teresa Greene
March 28, 2024
God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Tonisha Davis
March 28, 2024
Tonisha Davis
March 28, 2024
Tonisha Davis
March 28, 2024
Krystal was a little sister to me. We the FAITH girls were a family always together whether through dance, hanging out during & after school or while supporting each other at events. It deeply saddens me that she is no longer with us. But we all know she lived life doing what she loved & has accomplished so much. She has touch so many of our hearts that has left an everlasting imprint. Krystal you will always be loved & remembered. Rest in paradise beautiful.
Loren C
March 27, 2024
Krystal and your baby are watching over you, they love you and don't want you to suffer because of them. They know that one you will all be together again. May The Lord give comfort, courage and peace in these difficult moment. I pray for you, her family and friends.. God bless you and protect you.
Debora Moon
March 27, 2024
I am so very sorry for the loss of Krystal and your precious baby girl. They are for sure in heaven together with God's arms wrapped around them both. May you and your family have peace and comfort during this time. God be with you.
Jenny
March 27, 2024
My prayers and condolences are with the family and loved ones. I did not know her but I am praying God is with you at your time of needs.
Patricia Krause
March 27, 2024
This is just so Horrible, I am deeply sorry for the family, I can not imagine.. She had to go and be with her two babies. She was too good for this earth from all I am reading.. Bless her Husband and Family.. I am so very sorry.
Kimberly Muhammad
March 27, 2024
May God be pleased with Krystal and may He grant peace to her husband and family. My deepest condolences.
Charlene Clemons
March 27, 2024
My condolences to the Anderson Family
Diane Owens
March 27, 2024
My condolences to the Anderson Family, you are in our prayers. From the Owens family, Norfolk Virginia
Janice M Sachs
March 27, 2024
I didn't know Krystal. I was moved by a headline, read the article, then her obituary. What an extraordinary woman she was! I'm deeply saddened that she lost her daughter and her life, and I offer my deepest condolences to Clayton and the entire family. May God hold you in the palm of His mighty hand and grant you peace.
duke smith
March 27, 2024
We were station at Ft Bliss in El Paso, TX. My daughter was trying out for cheerleader team Krystal gave her encouragement to not give up. When found out the Krystal and daughter had passed. No words can describe the feelings. One word can describe her personality and that is LOVE. Thank the Lord for people in the world like Krystal. Jesus bring peace in the midst of the storm for her family and friends. Just take one step at a time to process and know that God is there and he bottle your tears that is how precious you are.Psalms 56:8-10.
Sandra Blackman
March 27, 2024
I'm soo sorry to hear about Krystal's passing and of your beautiful baby girl. I did not know her personally but I just wanted to extend my condolences to the entire family. May she Rest beautifully in Heaven.
KC Fan
March 26, 2024
KC Fan ... 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. I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this time. RIP Angels
Janet Shular
March 26, 2024
God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
No I didn´t know this beautiful young woman. I read an article that inspired me to find her obituary. The two words to describe her that I find missing are Intelligent and courageous. . She made her way to Virginia, jumped on every opportunity to grow; was intellectually adventurous; married interracially. In 1971, as a brown African American woman, I too married interracially; 40 years together until I lost him to cancer. At 84 years old, It´s obviously clear to me that Krystal was a wonderful young woman. Her life is inspiring.
Kim Shulista
March 26, 2024
I first met Krystal when she first came to KC. She came into a doctor's office I worked at and had her cheerleader physical. She told me she was new here and didn't really know anyone and her mom was worried about her being alone. I wrote down my number and told her if she needed anything she could call me. She didn't call but ironically she ended up being close friends with my niece and we reunited. She lightened every room with her sparkling self.
Much love and peace to you Krystal.
Peace, love and faith to the family of Krystal. Kim S.
A Lane
March 26, 2024
My heartfelt prayers and condolences for the loss of Krystal and Charlotte.
Heather & Joshua Robinson
March 23, 2024
A special memory I will forever remember is Christmas time 2023 when Krystal and I were doting over our sons in front of the Christmas tree, being the moms we are snapping photos, as our husbands watched us.
All of our love and little crochet hearts,
The Robinson´s
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