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Thomas (Tommy) Eugene Kinslow, 57, of Butler, MO, went home to be
with the Lord on January 16, 2026. He was born on April 19, 1968 in Ogden, UT,
and lived a life full of laughter, love, and unforgettable moments.
Tommy had a way of brightening every room he entered. With a quick
wit and a sarcastic joke always at the ready, he could make anyone laugh—even
on the hardest days. Beneath the humor, he carried a deeply creative soul, with
a gift for writing poetry that few knew about but that revealed the depth of
his heart. He loved to sing, and one of his greatest joys was sharing music
with those he loved—especially his Grannie, who held a special place in his
heart and loved to hear him sing.
He loved the Dallas Cowboys, tattoos, and music of all kinds. Tommy
was blessed with an angel on earth,
Jennifer, who loved him unconditionally and cared for him through every
challenge, walking beside him on his journey home.
Tommy was preceded in death by Mildred Donahoo (Grannie), Stanley
Donahoo (Grandpa) and Brother Roger. Tommy is survived by his mother, Monica
Burrell (David) of Morristown, AZ; his sister, Rachel Wise (Mike) of Kansas
City, MO; his children, Dakota Kinslow of Columbia, MO, and Maia Kinslow of
Savannah, MO, whom he loved deeply; and his three cherished granddaughters,
Lilli-anna, Charlotte and Petunia. And many other cherished friends and
relatives.
Tommy’s
spirit was unforgettable. His laughter, his songs, his poems, and his unique
perspective on the world will remain in the hearts of everyone who knew him. He
taught those around him to find joy, even in the smallest moments, and to never
take life too seriously.
A memorial service to celebrate Tommy’s life will be shared with
family and friends at a later date. In lieu of flowers, the family invites
those who loved him to honor his memory by donating to Children’s Mercy
Hospital, Kansas City, MO as Tommy loved the little ones the most.
Tommy will forever be remembered, forever loved, and forever
missed.