A widow for 42 years, Laura was a strong woman who lived a cultured and independent life. She enjoyed attending the symphony, traveling, reading, and celebrating milestones with her children and grandchildren. “Grammy” was always their biggest fan – never missing an important moment.
She is survived by her brother Stan, her three children Ellen (Mark) Donaldson, George (Jan) Heinlein, and Suzanne (Matt) Copeland, as well as her five grandchildren and five great-grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her beloved husband George, her brothers Jerry, Dick, and Ivan “Butch,” her sister Barbara, and her cherished dog Louie.
Laura’s life was defined by her love for family, her warmth, grace, and enduring faith. Her memory will live on in the laughter and love shared at family gatherings, her favorite moments of all.
A Visitation for Laura will be held Wednesday, October 2, 2024 from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM at Mt. Moriah, Newcomer & Freeman Funeral Home, 10507 Holmes Road, Kansas City, MO 64131. A Funeral Mass will occur Thursday, October 3, 2024 from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM at Curé of Ars Catholic Church, 9401 Mission Rd, Leawood, KS 66206. A Committal Service will follow the Mass at 11:00 AM at Mt Olivet Catholic Cemetery, 7601 Blue Ridge Boulevard, Raytown, MO 64138.
In lieu of flowers, you may make a donation in her honor to the University of Kansas Health System Palliative Care Team. We would like to thank them for the care and compassion they showed our mom in her final days.
