IN THE COUNTY LEGISLATURE OF JACKSON COUNTY, MISSOURI
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A RESOLUTION honoring Reverend Raymond Louis Mabion Sr.
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RESOLUTION NO. 22467, November 16, 2026
INTRODUCED BY Donna Peyton, County Legislator
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WHEREAS, Reverend Raymond Louis Mabion Sr. honorably served his country in the United States Air Force, earned degrees from Avila University and Central Baptist Theological Seminary, and distinguished himself as the first African American pharmaceutical sales representative in the Midwest for Wyeth-Ayerst Laboratories; and,
WHEREAS, Reverend Mabion and his beloved wife, Opal Mabion, founded Bethlehem Christian Assembly, now Bethlehem Kingdom Center, in 1985, establishing a ministry dedicated to strengthening families, transforming lives, and serving the Kansas City community; and,
WHEREAS, together, they also founded Bethlehem Home Health Care, Inc., which has faithfully served the community for more than 25 years and stands as the longest tenured African American-owned home health agency in Kansas City; and,
WHEREAS, through his ministry, business leadership, mentorship, and unwavering commitment to helping others, Reverend Mabion has touched countless lives and inspired generations of residents throughout Jackson County and beyond; and,
WHEREAS, his legacy continues through The Mabion, an affordable housing community developed on the original church site at 28th Street and Forest Avenue, reflecting his vision of building stronger communities and expanding opportunities for families; now therefore,
BE IT RESOLVED by the County Legislature of Jackson County, Missouri, that the Legislature hereby honors and commends Reverend Raymond Louis Mabion Sr. for his extraordinary lifetime of faith, leadership, service, and dedication to improving the lives of others; and,
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Legislature expresses its sincere appreciation for Reverend Mabion's lasting contributions to ministry, healthcare, community development, mentorship, and public service.
Enacted and Approved
Effective Date: This Resolution shall be effective immediately upon its passage by a majority of the Legislature.
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
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County Counselor
Certificate of Passage
I hereby certify that the attached resolution, Resolution No. 22467 of November 16, 2026, was duly passed on ______________________, 2026 by the Jackson County Legislature. The votes thereon were as follows:
Yeas _______________ Nays ______________
Abstaining _________ Absent ____________
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Date Mary Jo Spino, Clerk of Legislature