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James Ragsdale Obituary

James M. Ragsdale, 77, of Kansas City, Mo., passed away Sunday, October 11, 2009, at Truman Medical Center Lakewood. He was born September 21, 1932, in Kansas City, Mo. He was a member of Spring Valley Baptist Church and was retired from Bonnert Construction Co. He was preceded in death by his first wife, Roberta Wagener-Ragsdale; a son, James M. Ragsdale II; two brothers and two sisters. Survivors include his wife, Pat, of the home; two daughters, Cathy (Ben) Greenlee and Susan Shelley; one stepdaughter, Beth; one stepson, Steve Cunningham; one brother, Bill (Barb) Ragsdale; 10 grandchildren, Aaron, Ami, Brian, Megan, Joshua, Billie Jo, Chris, Josh, Sarah and Rachel, and two sisters- in-law, Donis and Mary Ragsdale. Family and friends will gather Saturday, October 17, 2009, 1-2 p.m., at the McGilley & Sheil Chapel; memorial service at 2 p.m. (Arr.: McGilley & Sheil Chapel, at 11924 E. 47th St., in Kansas City, Mo., 816-353-6555.)

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Published by Kansas City Star from Oct. 15 to Oct. 17, 2009.

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October 19, 2009

Pat, Thanks for letting us know where to read the obit. We knew Jim was a great guy and it was nice to learn more about him and family members.You are in our thoughts and prayers. Talk to you soon. Phyllis and Jon

October 17, 2009

Cathy, Ben and family, I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Ray Boatwright
Kansas City MO

October 15, 2009

Pat: We have known you for many years beginning at Tabernacle. We enjoyed Jim when he was with us at Loma Vista and I know you will miss him. If there is anything you need don't hesitate to call us and if you want a change some Sunday come and worship with us. You are in our prayers. Jim and Sherry Nelson.

Tom & Jan O'Hare

October 15, 2009

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

October 15, 2009

Pat you have been in my thoughts and prayers all week. Jim was a great guy/gentleman. I have only known you for a short time but value my time with both of you. We enjoyed James Patterson and his great books and discussed them many times. He had a great sense of humor. I understand what you are experiencing and call me anytime.
Donnie Robertson

October 15, 2009

Pat you have been in my thoughts and prayers all week. Jim was a great guy/gentleman. I have only known you for a short time but value my time with both of you. We enjoyed James Patterson and his great books and discussed them many times. He had a great sense of humor. I understand what you are experiencing and call me anytime.
Donnie Robertson

Lonnie Boeding

October 15, 2009

I am a co-worker of Susan Shelleys (daughter of James Ragsdale) and would like to express my deepest condolences for her loss. My thoughts and prayers are with her and her family at this time.

October 15, 2009

Jim became a part of my family 22 years ago when he married my mother. He was very good to her and made her very happy. He was a wonderful man and we will miss him.
Beth

Sharon & Myers Johnson

October 15, 2009

We are so sorry to hear of the passing of Uncle Jim and hope your good memories will help ease your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with each of you.

Sharon and Myers Johnson
Sedalia, Missouri

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