Andre Tolan

Andre D. Tolan, 22, of Kansas City, Missouri, passed away on January 23, 2020. Born December 3, 1997, Andre was a member of a close-knit community in Kansas City and touched the lives of those who knew him.

Friends and family who gathered for his funeral on February 15, 2020 at the Justice Center in Kansas City recalled a young man whose presence mattered in ordinary, everyday ways — in family rooms, neighborhood streets, and among those who shared time with him. Services were arranged by Golden Gate Funeral & Cremation Services, and the visitation and funeral provided a space for loved ones to come together and honor his memory.

Though his life was brief, Andre’s passing was marked by the care of relatives and community members who sought to celebrate him with dignity. The memorial events were a moment for people who loved him to place flowers, share memories, and seek comfort together. Those who wished to remember him were offered opportunities to leave condolences and to honor his memory in ways meaningful to them.

Andre’s name remains in the hearts of those who knew him in Kansas City. His family and community held a service to pay their respects and laid him to rest with their love and remembrance. He is remembered not only for the date on a record but for the real relationships and moments that made up his life.