Pioneering K.C. Business Owner Carrie Stapleton Dies

Staff Carrie Stapleton, a pioneering Kansas City public relations professional, business owner, and tireless community advocate, passed away peacefully on April 18, 2026. She was 72. Among those sharing their memories of Stapleton and offering condolences this week was Kansas City, Missouri Mayor Quinton Lucas who on Sunday posted his reflections on Facebook.

Lucas said, “A few weeks back, I took a…