Gerald W. "Gerry" Burrows

1948 - 2018

Gerald W. "Gerry" Burrows obituary, 1948-2018, Grain Valley, MO

BORN

1948

DIED

2018

FUNERAL HOME

Speaks Suburban Chapel

18020 E. 39th St. S

Independence, Missouri

Gerald Burrows Obituary

Gerald W. "Gerry" Burrows, 69, of Grain Valley, Mo., passed away Tuesday, January 9, 2018, at Menorah Medical Center.
As per his wishes, there will be cremation with a private family service.

Donations may be made in his name to the American Cancer Society.

Gerry was born June 16, 1948, in Independence, Mo., to Fred and Mary Elizabeth (Smitson) Burrows, and has been a lifelong area resident. After graduating from the University of Missouri: Rolla with a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, then later a Master's degree, Gerry found employment with Kansas City Power & Light until his retirement in 2006. At which time he became a Trustee of the Southwest Power Pool from 2007 to the present. He was an avid outdoorsman and enjoyed being a private pilot. He was also a longtime member of the Boy Scouts of America and was an Eagle Scout. He was a member of the Colonial Hills Community of Christ.

Gerry leaves behind his loving wife Donna, of 49 years; along with his brother, Myron and his wife, Lynda, both of Sibley, Mo.; 2 nieces, Jaqueline Whiting and husband, Ryan, their children, Aidan and Gabriel Whiting; Morgan Conom and husband, Josh, and their children, Elliot and Logan Conom. Gerry was blessed with 2 special daughters: Tracy Harris and husband, Chad, and their children, Emmie and Renner Harris; Erin Kane and her daughters, Kinsley and Chesney Kane. Gerry also served as parents and grandparents to Tracy Harris and Eric Kane. He leaves behind many other close family members and friends.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Fred and Mary Burrows.

Online condolences may be expressed to the family at www.speakschapel.com.

Arrangements: Speaks Suburban Chapel, Independence, 816-373-3600.

Published by The Examiner on Jan. 16, 2018.
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My sympathy goes out to the family during your time of grief. May God's loving-kindness comfort you and help you through this difficult time (Psalm 119:50,76).

A. M.

January 30, 2018

Dear Donna and family, I'm so sorry for your loss. Gerry made a wonderful difference to all and will be greatly missed. I was privileged to work with him for 16 years. Gerry was a kind and generous man with a great sense of humor and such enjoyment of life. He brought out the best in others, was so smart and yet remained humble and easygoing. Praying for you and all your family.

Linda Comer

January 19, 2018

Myron, please accept my condolences upon Gerald's death. You might not recall my name, but Gerald was in our cub scout den in Pack 233. Your dad was pack master or ass't pack master at the Liberty Street RLDS church. Your mom assisted my mom as den mother, sometimes. We lived on S, Crane and our family went to your family's home several times --a most welcoming place. Gerald's obituary was most kind and, I believe, true. May God wrap all of you in His loving arms. Bob Bergin.

January 17, 2018

I knew Gerry for almost 25 years, mostly through interactions I'd had with him through Southwest Power Pool.

Gerry was thoughtful in everything he did. He was also always kind and treated everyone with respect.

We was such a tremendous and dedicated person, and those of us lucky enough to work with him will miss him.

Wishing the family peace during this time.

Sam Ellis

January 17, 2018

Donna & Family,
We are so sorry for your loss. I worked with Gerry many years at KCPL.

Jim & Sue Hon

January 16, 2018

Donna and family,
Gerry has made his final flight to New Horizons. I am so sorry for your loss and the hole he has left. Cherish the memories.

Greater Kansas City 99s

Barbara and Fred Vanecek

January 16, 2018

Doug Morgan

January 16, 2018

I am so sorry for your loss.
May God's promise found in John 6:40, of the hope to see our loved ones again, comfort your heart and give you peace, strength and hope in the days ahead.

January 16, 2018

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