Family Claims They Spotted Mother’s Decomposing Body Through Funeral Home Window
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A family in Missouri has come forward with shocking allegations against a local funeral home, claiming that they witnessed the decomposing body of their loved one through a funeral home window. Princess Evans, a 34-year-old mother of nine children, passed away unexpectedly in March, prompting her family to arrange her funeral and cremation services with Savory and Sons Funeral Home in Kansas City. However, what was supposed to be a solemn send-off turned into a nightmare for the family, as they alleged that they never received Evans’ ashes in an urn as promised by the funeral home.
According to Cherie Kidd, Evans’ aunt, the family encountered multiple issues with the funeral services provided by Savory and Sons. Kidd mentioned discrepancies in Evans’ obituary and noted that the funeral home owner, Frank Savory IV, arrived late to the service. Three weeks after the funeral, the family grew concerned as they had not received the ashes. Their distress escalated when they visited the funeral home and claimed to have seen the exposed and decomposing body of Princess Evans through a sliding glass window.
The family described the distressing sight, with Kidd stating, “You couldn’t recognize her. You had to look at her hands or tattoo to realize who she was. That was very traumatizing for me.” Marquita Blaylock, Evans’ cousin, echoed this sentiment, expressing the horror of the situation. The funeral home’s owner, Frank Savory IV, addressed the allegations in a Facebook post, expressing sympathy for the families affected and asserting the funeral home’s commitment to integrity and transparency.
Savory announced that the funeral home is cooperating with authorities, including the Kansas City Police Department, who are conducting an inspection of the facility. He also mentioned that an employee linked to a complaint has been placed on administrative leave pending further investigation. In response to the unfolding events, the Missouri/Kansas Funeral Directors and Embalmers Association extended support to affected families, offering cremations and burials at no cost for individuals under the care of Savory and Sons.
The situation has garnered widespread attention and sparked outrage within the community, with many expressing shock and disbelief at the mishandling of remains by the funeral home. The association’s president, Angela Husband, described the incident as heartbreaking and emphasized the need for accountability and transparency in such sensitive matters. As investigations continue and more details emerge, the affected families seek closure and justice for their loved ones who were entrusted into the care of Savory and Sons Funeral Home.
The disturbing events surrounding Princess Evans’ funeral serve as a stark reminder of the importance of vigilance and scrutiny when dealing with end-of-life arrangements. Families are urged to verify the credentials and track record of funeral service providers to ensure the respectful and dignified handling of their loved ones’ remains. As the community grapples with this unsettling revelation, calls for stricter oversight and regulation in the funeral industry have intensified, with many demanding accountability and justice for those affected by the alleged misconduct.