In the late summer of 2021, the life of Stephen Mckenzie was tragically cut short in Kansas City, Missouri. On September 15, 2021, the 29-year-old man, born on June 12, 1992, to Rhoda Rebecca Sawyer and Hubert Handson Jr., died from a gunshot wound. Mckenzie was a former student of Central High School where he had been a member of the football team.
At the time of his death, he was working as a private paint contractor and was known for his enjoyment of music.
Details surrounding the specific circumstances of the shooting have not been made public. Law enforcement has not released information regarding a motive or any potential individuals involved in the incident. To date, the case of Stephen Mckenzie's death remains unsolved, and no arrests have been announced. The investigation into his homicide is presumably ongoing as authorities continue to seek answers in this open case.
Mckenzie left behind a daughter, Amelia McKenzie, as well as his parents and numerous siblings. His family and friends mourned their loss at a funeral service held on October 8, 2021, at Serenity Funeral Home, followed by his interment at XII Gates Memorial Gardens. The community continues to await any developments that might bring closure to the untimely death of the young father and musician.
