Claude Hurst Fantroy Jr.
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Claude Hurst Fantroy Jr., 55 years old, of Olathe, Kansas, transitioned to eternal life on February 21, 2022. Claude was born December 9, 1966, to parents Nancy Ann Theresa Miles Fantroy and Claude Hurst Fantroy Sr. in Lexington Park, Maryland.
“The DADD” ~ CJ
Claude’s character was incomparable; he was one of the most compassionate and humble human beings to grace this earth. At an early age, Claude learned the meaning of strength and resolve as he navigated through the tumultuous plains of life. Claude overcame every challenge and eradicated any obstacle that came between him accomplishing his goals. Claude’s main goal in life was to take care of his family and those that were near and dear to his heart. As a young teen, Claude stepped into the role of father figure to his younger siblings. To his mother he was a devoted son, a caretaker, and her provider. When his son, Claude Hurst Fantroy III (CJ), was born he said that his life was no longer his but theirs’. Claude was committed to be the father that he never had and went on to be an integral force in CJ’s life. As Claude transitioned from a child to an adult his actions were always self-sacrificing, and he asked for very little in return.
Claude was an Army veteran; a man of integrity and his word was his bond. He prided himself on being there whenever he was needed. He wore many hats and morphed into whoever he needed to be whenever he was called upon. It didn’t matter the time of day or how big/small the issue was he would drop everything to be there, to console, provide guidance and to nurture us. Claude was the sponge that absorbed everyone’s spills, he was the cleaner, picking up the broken pieces of his loved ones and putting them back together, selflessly. For his entire life, all this man knew was to be the one that everyone could depend on. Those of us who were blessed to know Claude will always remember him to be empathic and a servant leader.
Claude was our everything and he enjoyed being around family and friends, especially when it came to board games and Tunk. He was known for having his Folgers container (laundry money) with him during game time. Claude was a diehard Chiefs Fan and could not be interrupted during the games. Claude was a true confidant, he was non-judgmental, caring, and loving.
Claude’s hobbies included starting his day with a huge cup of coffee, smoking cigars, playing the lottery, maintaining a vast coin collection (WHEW!). He loved playing board and card games and was a self-proclaimed Scrabble champion (he was known to be a walking encyclopedia when he was a teenager). He treasured being there for everyone that he loved.
Preceded in death by Nancy Ann Theresa Fantroy & Claude Hurst Fantroy Sr (parents); Maurice Camilla Fantroy (sister); James and Nellie Miles & Leon and Hattie Fantroy (grandparents); Damarion Wood (great nephew), Adrianna Alexus (Alexi) Whalen (great niece), and a host of aunts, uncles, and cousins.
Survived by:
Claude Hurst Fantroy III (son); Jacari Fantroy & Asher Mora (grandchildren); D’Lita Parker (partner); Candace/Theodore Dorsey, Darren/Kathy Fantroy, Claudia/George Mosley, & Denise Fantroy (siblings/in-laws); Linda Fantroy (exwife); Dominique/Tina, Jennifer/Antonio, Tameca, Sean/Kevin, Conesha/Twan, Kyleisha/Lauren, G’Tavius/Brittnee, Da’Vesha, Javionus, Devonei, Kandise & Divinity (nephews & nieces).
Claude was a father figure to: Peyton Parker, Chelsea Flowers, Justin McNeil and Kyle Kobel.
Claude was also survived by a host of great nieces and nephews, aunt and uncles, cousins, and friends.
Services for Claude will be Sunday March 6th, 2022, at Heartland Cremation and Burial Society, 6113 Blue Ridge Blvd, Raytown, Missouri 64133. His Visitation will be from 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM. His Funeral Service will start at 1:00 PM.
If you plan on coming to the service, his family has requested everyone to wear a mask. If you don’t have one the funeral home will provide you with one. If you are unable to make it to his services, you may view Claude’s service by clicking on this link https://view.oneroomstreaming.com/authorise.php?k=1646189704170074 Claude’s live streaming service will start at 1:00 PM.
If you would like to send flowers you can have them delivered to the funeral home the Saturday (March 5th) before, or the day of the service at 10:00 AM.
Visits: 6
Hello Bro,
I’m not sure where to start with my thoughts to you in this public forum. I’m share you are with us all so you know what’s in my heart. While I’m still battling with the disbelief that your presence, in the flesh, is no longer available. I’m certain that you are in a better place and at peace. Thanks for the message of clarity, it put my heart at ease and provided much needed answers. I asked Mother to take care of you as you begin transitioning to your celestial form. I hope you know that while we may have not been in one another’s presence as often as we should have or could have, I always held you close to my heart and in my prayers. You were indestructible to me bro…nothing could touch you, could rattle you, could het you off balance. Life sure does have a way of throwing curve ball but I honestly believe there’s a reason for every season and lessons to be learned as we proceed through every chapter of life. I love you bro, unconditionally, unapologetically, and for eternity. Continue to watch over us and take care of Mother and Maurice. Until we are united again bro…PEACE???
My dearest big brother, I wish…I wish…I wish… I wish I could turn back time to tell you that I loved you once more. I wish I could thank you again for being the best father figure a sibling could ask for. I will always cherish you & your memory. The way you lived your life leaves us with a massive legacy to admire & try to aspire to. I love you big bro!!! To all of Claude’s family, loved ones & friends I keep you in my prayers.
Claude,
Just can’t believe that you have passed… I feel blessed and privileged to have spent the best part of my childhood around you. You definitely kept us out of trouble (Lol) but I knew that you only wanted the best for us. A true role model and good and faithful servant. I’m sure that our Heavenly Father had his arms open for you and I pray that you will continue to watch over us all. Please give Aunt Nancy my love.
Lord, Claude is gone now from this earthly dwelling,
and has left behind those who mourn his absence.
Grant that we may hold his memory dear,
never bitter for what we have lost
nor in regret for the past,
but always in hope of the eternal Kingdom
where you will bring us together again.
Through Christ our Lord. Amen.
My dearest angel Claude you will be missed greatly all the memories I have of you when I use to faithfully be at your house in my younger years, I will forever miss you, rest easy angel.
Rest in heaven Cousin! Love you to the moon and back. See you on the other side.
Claude, I loved our lunches and sharing what was up with our families. You left before we were to get together this week. I want you to know that you were a great mentor to me, a great boss and a better friend. You were there for me when I lost my son, providing support and telling me that he was without pain. I loved running into you at restaurants and stores here in Olathe. The occasional drive by and having a glass of crown and a cigar. Brother you will be missed by many. You touched a lot of lives.
Claude my brother, words cannot explain the hurt my heart. I love you man.
I wish I spent more times with you Uncle Claude, but the times i’ve spent with you I cherish forever. I love you so much. ?
I am at a total loss for words. My heart hurts not to be able to see you again, to say one last I love you or one last hug. To be honest I am scared to be without you. I had finally found the one and we just didn’t get enough time together. I have cried everyday since you left this earth. I had so much to tell you when we got home. Peyton was so excited to see you and show you his Harry Potter gear. Roxy has been searching for you. I hope you found the peace that you were seeking and I pray that you are resting peacefully. Even if you can’t hear our words I know you can hear our hearts. We miss you. We love you. I miss you. I love you.
~Baby Cakes
Oh my dear brother what you mean to me….My soldier, hero, my shoulder, my listener, my brother and now my ANGEL. As days go by I feel the time is coming: every pulse in my body i can feel rapidly beating. In my sleep, while I’m awake, during every breath I take I am visualizing you, praying that you know that we will be okay, It will take some time brother. I’m also so lost for words. Brother I would give anything to have one more chance, one more chance. My days are not right any more brother. Claude I honor you and all that you taught me throughout life and I will not disappoint you my brother.
Claude,
What do I say or How do I say it? I have all of these feelings running around in my head and it’s so hard to know where to start first and foremost. I Love you, I Miss you, I Need you and the list goes on and on. I just wish I could have one last day with you to spend the day with you to tell you how PROUD I am to have had such an AMAZING protector, counselor, friend and above nothing else my BROTHER. I will never forget our times together when we were small, playing board games (SmartAss) every time we came down to Olathe, the day I told you I was getting married and our last conversation who was going to win the Super Bowl (2022). I only wished I had one more time to be with you and tell you all this in person. I know you will continue to watch over all of us. Peace Bro, until we see each other again.
Make sure you say hi to Mom and Maurice for me.
Love You
To The Best Brother-In-Law in the world!
As I sit here with my eyes closed, tears running down my face, I picture us setting around always having our little deep talks about life that meant the world to me. We would sit for hours while others slept just talking with you always guiding me unselfishly. I really miss them and only wish I had one more heart-to-heart. If I had, I would tell you what you meant to me from the very first day you welcomed me into your family with open arms, calling me “Sis.” I never considered you a brother-in-law but a “BROTHER” who I treasured.
Life is too short. I now realize we put out lives on hold for this or that or just for the fear. NO MORE!!! I make you this promise, I will reach out more, say I love you more, always watch over your brother and sisters, and continue to talk to you everyday even to just say I Love you. I love you dear brother.
…Until We Meet Again
Those special memories of you
will always bring a smile
If only I could have you back
for just a little while
Then we could sit and talk again
just like we used to do
So always meant to very much
and always will do too
The fact you’re no longer here
will always cause me pain
but you’re forever in my heart
until we meet again
Love Your Sis, Kathy
Claude I can only say you were a good Man and you will be miss so much reading all the comments about you oh my GOD you was a blessing to all and for that I’m so proud of you continue to. watch over your family Claude you are their Gaurdian Angle family take care of each other remember all the good times y’all had together love Always Auntie Sherry
Uncle Claude,
It’s hard to believe that you are no longer here on earth with us. It breaks my heart to know that I will never be able to see you, hug you, or hear your voice again. Who else am I going to crack “old people” jokes on (lol)? And after cracking those jokes, you would always say “Well you know, J-Lo, back in my day…” as you pushed your glasses up on your nose ? I don’t think you really knew how much we looked up to you. You were the most kind hearted, caring, selfless man I knew. I am blessed to have had you in my life and I will live out the rest of my days in your memory. I will forever live with the regret of not seeing you more often. Family is everything and you demonstrated that by always putting your family first. Because of you, I promised myself I would teach my kids how to make a budget ? and help them to manage their money. I love you Unc…until we meet again! ??
-J.Lo
I am praying for all of the individuals who were affected by his death. May God give us all strength and comfort at this time of grievance.
My Deepest Condolences to CJ & Linda it’s been a while since I’ve seen y’all & Claude ….Just Remembering the time that we all use to visit and play cards together at your home …..We all were so close and time just slipped away everyone went different ways Claude & my Ex were the Best of Friends ……I’m am truly sorry for your loss…..
To my cousin Claude: it took so long to get to see you again, but I wouldn’t trade our grill sessions at the family cookouts. Gilda and I send our condolences to the family and will miss you dearly. I will see you again, give my godmother a kiss for me.
POPS! where can even begin to express the integral role you played in my life? You raised one of the most respectful loving and responsible young men I have ever known and he came to rub off the values you instilled in him on me as a young and dumb teenager . When I was afraid and joining a brand new school, cj was the first to say hello and take me on as a friend. I want to thank you from the bottom of my heart for all the great memories and being an integral part of turning my life around as a teenager because the lord knows I was not in the best place. Pops I love you man and I know you are in a much better place , experiencing something we all strive to make in our lives . Rest In Peace .
Love you Claude. Your life touched so many and each of us is blessed that you were part of our life’s journey. May God continue to wrap you in his loving care. We will all miss you and we will all continue to celebrate and cherish the specialness you brought to everyone during your lifetime. Thanks for being my pen pal when I was in college. I enjoyed our conversations through letters. I know you’re always with us. Rest in peace cousin. Always sending you prayers & love.
All I can say is, I’m here with your family I love you very dearly keep your head up keep your heart light and stand on your knowing that all will be all right ? rise and power my dear cousin Claude ?????????????????????,
Love,
Cousin Iris
I’m here with you Family ?
Praying that God’s love enfolds you and comforts you through the pain. May God strengthen your family. Please except my heartfelt condolences.
Uncle I’ll miss you!!!!
We may have not seen a lot of each other but whenever we did it was always a good time.
Until we meet again!!
I can’t believe you’ve been gone two weeks. We had your celebration yesterday. There was such an outpouring of love for you. Please continue to watch over us all. I miss you so much. I love you baby ?.
Heaven is lucky to have you join. We miss you here on earth but you did so much for us here. You were that shoulder to lean on and loving ear that listened. Got me through hard times. What I couldn’t do for you, I will make sure to pay it forward, like you would of done. Your still my role model. Love ya Claude Fantroy Jr
Bro, you meant so much to so many people. I love and miss you. Remember what I used to tell you about you and Mother and watch me work!
I am missing you so much right now. My heart is so heavy. I would give anything to have one last hug and one last I love you.