Richard L. Mefford

Richard Mefford Obituary

Richard L. Mefford, 79, passed away peacefully on February 9, 2008, at home, in Blue Springs, Mo. He was born in Rosedale, Kan., in 1928 to LeRoy and Ruby Cathleen (O'Dea) Mefford. He graduated from Westport High School in Kansas City in 1946 and married his high school sweetheart, H. Maxine (Taylor) on Aug. 26, 1950, at St. George's Episcopal Church in KCMO. Richard proudly served as an Army Sergeant in the Korean War as part of the 2nd Division, Company A, 72nd Tank Battalion. Over the past eight years, he enjoyed attending reunions with the Second Indianhead Division Association. He retired from Allied Signal (Bendix) in 1990. He was an active member of Trinity Episcopal Church in Independence, Mo. An avid automobile enthusiast, he enjoyed NASCAR and driving his Corvettes. He was preceded in death by his parents, his sister, Bonnie and her husband Fred Becker; and his brother-in-law, Bill Hoffman. He is survived by his loving wife of 57 years, Maxine; two daughters, Susan and husband Byron Beard, Elizabeth White and companion Brent Warner; five grandchildren, Tacey (Beard) and husband R. Curtis Mullen, Richard Beard, Kelly Morris, Allison White, David White; great-grandchild, Moira Mullen; sisters, Patsy and husband Wallace Diehl, and Dixie Hoffman; and many nieces and nephews. Richard was a wonderful man who will be greatly missed by his family and by many friends. Services will be held at 10 a.m. on Thursday, Feb. 14, at Trinity Episcopal Church, 409 N Liberty, Independence, MO 64050. The family suggests memorials to Trinity Episcopal Church, the Scholarship Fund of the Second Indianhead Division Association at PO Box 460 Buda, TX 78610-0460, or the Salvation Army.

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Published by Kansas City Star on Feb. 12, 2008.

Memories and Condolences
for Richard Mefford

6 Entries

Ellen Marie/ Jennifer maria

November 29, 2024

Lord, we all live in a life that we have sorrow. As we lay down ours bodies to rest as you lord have send. We place our sorrow in your hands. To carry us through a dark time. Sorrow will be stilled as we carry love in our hearts. Love that have blessed us with. My heart goes out to the family. Blest is he that believeth in thee.

Patty Styles-Phillips

February 13, 2008

Dear Maxine and Family,
The greatest moment I ever had as an employee at St. Mary's Manor was when Richard pulled up in his Corvette and walked inside to get me and take me for a ride. It was still quite chilly outside, but we didn't have a care in the world as we drove around Blue Springs with the top down. My biggest regret is that I couldn't return the favor and give Richard a ride on my Harley. Richard and Maxine have touched my life in ways words cannot express. My deepest sympathy to you and your family. I have a picture of Richard and I when he was at the Manor, it is proudly displayed among my most treasured possessions. Your beautiful smile reminds me of the beautiful person within. I miss you already!
Blessings,
Patty Styles-Phillips

Mick & Jackie (Mefford) Wheeler

February 12, 2008

Maxine and Family,
We were so sorry to learn of Richard's passing. You never know what to say at this time, but you know he is at peace and will always be in your heart. It sounds like his body just gave out. Although we will not be able to be at the service, our thoughts and prayers are with you and the family at this difficult time. Please take care of yourself. Our sincere sympathy.

Bob Ward

February 12, 2008

Maxine and family,

I worked with Dick at Allied Signal (now Honeywell FM&T) for many years. I was a supervisor in Precision Measurement at that time. Dick was always friendly and helpful with whoever he dealt with at work. I enjoyed going out for lunch with him and Gary Akers (who still works at Honeywell) several times. Our favorite lunch was getting a tenderloin sandwich at the Main Street Inn in Grandview.

My thoughts and prayers are with you in this time of loss.

Bob Ward

Earl and Mary Lou Adams

February 12, 2008

Max, Susan, Elizabeth - Just want you to know we send our love and lots of hugs. Richard "who" was indeed a wonderful person, we watch our races now and remember all the ones we attended together and our many great times. Much Love

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