Name: Lawrence A. Jones Sr Way Honorary Street Dedication
Start: 2025-11-21T15:00:00-06:00
Location: Lawrence A. Jones & Sons Funeral Chapels

Lawrence A. Jones Sr Way Honorary Street Dedication

Lawrence A. Jones & Sons Funeral Chapels, a cornerstone of compassionate service in Kansas City for 75 years, is proud to announce the City of Kansas City will dedicate an honorary street to its revered founders, Lawrence A. Jones Sr. and Nettie H. Jones.
The community is invited to join the Jones family, city council members, and local leaders for the official Honorary Street Naming Ceremony. This dedication serves as a permanent monument to the founders’ legacy of community investment in Kansas City and the local funeral home community.
Event Details:
WHAT: Honorary Street Naming Ceremony for Lawrence A. & Nettie H. Jones, Sr.
STREET NAME: Lawrence A Jones Way
WHEN: Friday, November 21, 2025, at 3:30 PM
WHERE: Intersection of Linwood Boulevard and Woodland Avenue (near 1800 Linwood)
"This dedication of Lawrence A Jones Way is a powerful testament to the unwavering commitment my parents, Lawrence A. and Nettie H. Jones, had to this community," said CEO, Lawrence A. Jones & Sons Funeral Chapels "It’s a physical reminder of the dignity and leadership they exemplified over three-quarters of a century. We are honored to see their enduring legacy permanently recognized."
This honorary naming follows the successful 75th Anniversary Gala, relaunch of the Lawrence A. & Nettie H. Jones Scholarship Foundation and historic exhibition display, ensuring the founders' commitment to education continues to shape Kansas City’s future.