Mr. Carl R. Price, Jr.

Carl Richard Price Jr. was a dedicated educator, journalist, community volunteer, and entertainment producer known for his bright and welcoming smile. Carl was born in Topeka, Kansas on July 9, 1942, to the late Carl R. Price Sr. and Roberta Price (née Hall). He was preceded in death by his parents, paternal grandfather, Dr. Charles Price, paternal grandmother, Goldie Price (née Barton), maternal grandfather, Robert Hall, maternal grandmother, Floy Claggett (née Ball), and two brothers, Robert Price and Michael Price. Growing up in Topeka, Carl attended Buchanan Elementary School, graduated from Topeka High School, and was a member of the historic Shiloh Baptist Church. He furthered his education at Lincoln University, an HBCU in Jefferson City, Missouri, and participated in a Master's Program at Kansas University.He was issued a lifetime certification in elementary education by the state of Missouri. Has a master level certification in Applied Communication. Carl married Daisy V. Hudnall on August 5, 1985, in a ceremony officiated by Pastor Charles J. Briscoe of Paseo Baptist Church, and their marriage was blessed with three children. He was employed by the Kansas City Missouri School District as a teacher, consultant, and Adult Education /Teacher, until his retirement. Carl Price founded the Financial Aid Consulting Tutoring Service (F.A.C.T.S). A full-line community-based organization providing information that includes preparing students to qualify for academic scholarships, grants, college tours, entrepreneurship, multimedia jobs, and life skills. He partnered with apartment complexes, churches, and the Kansas City Public Library, especially the Lucille Bluford Branch, which sponsored space for him to tutor students to prepare to qualify for scholarships by improving their SAT and ACT scores. He was the original promoter of organizing the Historical Black College Tours to inspire students to believe they could attend college. By collaborating with local organizations, he improved countless lives, encouraging students to strive for academic success and instilling hope through his programs. Carl had a rich philanthropic legacy during his time. He supported many social groups Eggs and Enlightenment, Senior Buddies at Seton Center, United Minority Media Association (UMMA), Pioneers, Midtown Kiwanis Club, Genealogy Club with the late Joe Louis Mattox, and Mary L. Kelly Community Center. His entrepreneurial spirit was evident in his businesses which include Golden Nugget Modeling Agency, CEO of Worlds of Coupons, Producer of the Annual Showcase of the Stars, and Keeping it Real talent showcases at Paseo Academy of Fine and Performing Arts. He was the author and publisher of several magazines and self-help books, some of which were Student School News digital magazine, and FACTS Newsletter. He was also a published writer featured in the KC Star, KC Call, KC Globe, KC Post, and Talk of the Town. He was an editor for Jazz Ragg Magazine, Golden Nugget Magazine, and Singles Magazine. In the 1990s, he hosted the National Foxes & Hair Convention. In addition, he hosted The Black Heritage Committee Bicentennial Booklet Careers Profile Publication and was a sales representative for Jazz Festival Inc. Souvenir Program. He booked Jazz Musicians from the Musicians Foundation to perform for President John F. Kennedy and served as a local liaison for Ebony Fashion Fair, Essence, and the National Black Pages. In addition, he was instrumental in getting Kansas City selected to host the 2020 Miss Black America pageant. His programs and projects have been featured on Cable television, Channel 5 News, as well as several local and national publications such as the Los Angeles Sentinel, Saint Louis American, The New York Times, Ebony Magazine, The KC Star, The KC Call, KC Globe, The KC Post, KPRS Radio, KKFI Radio, and KGGN. As a public relations agency, he worked with sales managers of KCNW Religious radio station, and several others in Missouri and Kansas City, Kansas. Carl held leadership positions such as Education and Promotions Director for Urban American Outdoors TV (UAOTV), Promotions & Fundraising Director for Urban Kids Fish, and Vice President of the Black Chamber of Commerce, where he served under Ira Folkes. His dedication to the Midtown Kiwanis Club culminated in a long presidency. Carl Price was a Master level chess player. He could be found on first Fridays on 18th and Vine with his chess boards. Carl fostered community engagement when he started Chess in the Park on Sunday afternoons in Spring Valley Park in Kansas City, Missouri, creating spaces for connection and learning. For many years he received recognition for being the van driver at the Paseo Baptist Church. He leaves a legacy of love and devotion to his family and friends. Mr. Price received many awards and acknowledgments for his community service, a testament to his dedication to making the world a better place for future generations. Some of these include but were not limited to, the Monument to Freedom, Justice and Courage at the Leon M. Jordan Memorial Park in Kansas City, Missouri, the Trailblazer Builder Award, Perspective Award, Capital City Business College, Certificate of Award for National Business Week Sponsor, Volunteer of the Year for sponsoring the weekly Chess Club at Linwood YMCA, Service Award for Chess Club at Mary L. Kelly Center, Silver level of distinction for his commitment to sharing Kiwanis with others that allow more children to be happy, healthy, safe, and loved. Carl Richard Price Jr. went home to be with the Lord on Monday, January 13, 2025, at his home. He leaves to cherish his memory, his wife, Daisy V. Price; two sons, Carl R. Price III and Gordon Price, two daughters, Cristina LeMay and Kanina Price, one granddaughter, Amber Johnson; one sister, Candice Price Hubbard, brother-in-law, Wayne D. Hubbard; mother-in-law, Dr. Daisy Hudnall-Diggs; two sisters-in-law, Sherrie Scott, and Theresa Hudnall; six nieces, Priest Owens, Monica Peyton, Robin Peyton, Candice Freeman (Shaine Freeman), Chanelle Brown, and Chayanne Hubbard; five great-nephews Imari Mubarak, Cinque Mubarak, Noah DeBarge, Nicholas DeBarge, and Jace Freeman; two great-nieces, Zuri Mubarak, and Cayce Freeman; and a host of cousins, other relatives, and many friends. Funeral Services will be held on Thursday, January 23, 2025, at 11:00 a.m. at Watkins Heritage Chapel 4000 Emanuel Cleaver II Blvd. KCMO 64130. Interment: Mount Hope Cemetery. Visitation: 9:00am-11:00 a.m. at the chapel. Arrangements entrusted to Lawrence A. Jones & Sons Funeral Chapels. Condolences may be shared on our website lawrenceajones.com. 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Mr. Carl R. Price, Jr.

July 9, 1942 - January 13, 2025