When Erin Keller announced she would enter end-of-life care in June, the jazz vocalist and musician threw a big, backyard party at her North Kansas City home. More than 100 friends, family and revelers from the local Mardi Gras scene gathered to celebrate her life.
“I want to say that you guys are a rowdy bunch and that’s why I love you,” Keller said, to cheers from the crowd. “I love you so much, and I will never forget you.”
Keller, aided by her friend Roger Guibor-MacBride, and caregiver Tyra Prosser, greeted the crowd dressed in a sparkly golden cap and an iridescent cape. Keller was serenaded by the Dirty Force Brass Band…