ROLAND LUTHER KOLM

1926 - 2014

BORN

1926

DIED

2014

FUNERAL HOME

Speaks Suburban Chapel

18020 E. 39th St. S

Independence, Missouri

ROLAND KOLM Obituary

On August 5, 2014, Roland L. Kolm passed to be with his Heavenly Father. Memorial service will be 11 a.m. Friday, Aug. 8, at Timothy Lutheran Church in Blue Springs, Mo. Visitation will precede the service from 10 to 11 a.m. at the church. Roland was born March 31, 1926. He was a Navy veteran of World War II. He saw action in the South Pacific and was involved in the Battle for Iwo Jima. Roland returned home to marry his high school sweetheart, Arlene Louise Stucker. Together they had sons, Roger and Dale. After Arlene's passing in 1962, Roland married Freida Aileen Moore. Together with Freida's daughter, Diane, Roger, and Dale, a new family was formed. Freida and Roland were married 49 years. Roland was a Charter member of Abiding Savior Lutheran Church of Independence. Most recently he and Freida are members of Timothy Lutheran Church in Blue Springs. Roland finished his career as a custom builder of homes in Eastern Jackson County. Roland's passions were golf, deer hunting, and crappie fishing. Roland will be forever remembered for his sense of humor and passion for life. Roland is survived by younger sister, Miriam; wife, Freida; sons, Roger and Dale; daughter, Diane; grandchildren, Chris and Scott Kotowicz, Rachel and Zachary Kolm, Christine and Daniel Kolm. The family remembers Roland as a wonderful, patient, loving husband, father, and grandfather. God Bless! Online condolences at www.speakschapel.com Arr.: Speaks Suburban Chapel, (816) 373- 3600. Speaks Suburban Funeral Home, 18020 E 39th St, Independence, MO 64051, 816-373-3600

Published by Kansas City Star on Aug. 6, 2014.
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farewell old scout, yours was a life well lived.van vogel

September 11, 2014

The memories in recent days have come flooding back of our many
Roland & Freida gatherings as neighbors, friends, and trips. Roland was "one of a kind" and he as well as Freida will always have a special spot in our hearts.

Joan & Ken Gatchell

August 13, 2014

I have very fond memories of this whole family. Roland and Frieda were both examples of a strong faith exhibited in commitment and service. At a time like this we cherish the words of our Savior, "I am the resurrection and the life!" My prayer is for peace for all those who grieve Roland's transition into Christ's eternal Kingdom. Hugs --- Pastor Heckman

August 9, 2014

Roland was a wonderful neighbor who often practiced random acts of kindness in the form of mowing our lawn as a treat or making sure our sidewalks were cleaned off. We will miss his big smile and peaceful banter exchanged over our shared mailboxes that he custom built to match our homes.

Susan and Kris

August 7, 2014

We pray for Roland's new phase in life with the Holy Father. We were blessed to know him and please accept our deepest sympathies during your time of mourning.

Jim & Jenny Leitch

August 7, 2014

I am grateful for the life of Mr. Kolm. Thanks to his service and to the service of others in our armed forces, my family and I have been able to lead our lives in freedom and peace.

Bob

August 6, 2014

Our Sincere Sympathy is with this family. May the Lord watch over you and give you strength.

God Bles you all

Kim and Julie Davies

August 6, 2014

Except our Deepest Sympathy on the passing of Roland. May the Holy Mother always watch over you and May God be with you, now and always.

Tom & Angie Klein

August 6, 2014

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