Kansas City, MO – A large funeral service for a Park Hill High School student is expected to significantly impact traffic today near the intersection of Interstate 435 and U.S. 169 Highway in Clay County.
According to the Clay County, Missouri Sheriff’s Office, the funeral for Tessa Walker, who was killed in a motor vehicle crash on Saturday, March 22, will take place Monday at 11 a.m. at Vineyard Church, located at 12300 Arrowhead Trafficway. Authorities anticipate a very large turnout, prompting increased traffic congestion in the surrounding area.
Officials say ongoing road work at the I-435 and U.S. 169 interchange, combined with nearby commercial construction, is already contributing to delays. The added influx of funeral attendees is expected to further slow traffic throughout the late morning hours.
Law enforcement agencies will be present to direct traffic and assist drivers navigating the area. Motorists are urged to plan ahead, allow extra travel time, and consider alternate routes if possible. Specific directions have been provided for those approaching from the south, including using designated highway crossovers and local roads to access the church safely.
Community members are also being asked to exercise patience and caution as they travel through the area, particularly with increased pedestrian activity expected near the church grounds.
The sheriff’s office extended condolences to Walker’s family, friends, and the Park Hill School District community as they gather to honor her life.
Traffic conditions are expected to improve later in the afternoon once services conclude and attendees disperse.
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