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John Boatright Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Jun. 6, 2005.

John Arnold Boatright, 52, Blue Springs, MO, passed away Saturday, June 4, 2005, at St. Mary's Hospital in Blue Springs, MO. Funeral services will be 10 a.m. Wednesday, June 8 at St. John Lalande Catholic Church. Burial in Blue Springs Cemetery. Visitation will be Tuesday, June 7 from 5-7 p.m., with a Rosary offered prior to the visitation at the Webb-Freer Funeral Home, 205 SW 17th St. (17th and Walnut), Blue Springs, MO. Memorials will be accepted at St. John LaLande Church. John was born October 11, 1952, in Spearville, KS, the son of Arnold E. and Eleanor (Konda) Boatright. He married Debbie (Berrier) Boatright July 18, 1981. He was a member of St. John LaLande Catholic Church, Blue Springs, MO. He was a past Lector, Eucharistic Minister and Homebound Minister for St. Robert Bellarmine Catholic Church in Blue Springs, MO. He was an independent agent for the Farmers Insurance Group, owning and operating the John Boatright Insurance Agency. He graduated with a BA in Political Science in 1975 from the University of Kansas, Lawrence, KS. John enjoyed coaching and watching his sons many baseball and basketball and soccer teams for over 15 years. He was preceded in death by his father Arnold E. Boatright, and two nephews. Survivors include his wife of the home, Debbie Boatright; two sons of the home, John Ryan and Jason Robert Boatright; mother Eleanor Boatright, Dodge City, KS; brothers Dan and Teresa Boatright, Dodge City, KS, Dean and Mistee Boatright, Andover, KS; sisters Doris and Lou Torbett, Tulsa, OK, Patsy and Dale Holland, Oklahoma City, OK, Jean and Rod Kliewer, Lynchberg, VA, and Kay and Rick Andrade, Dodge City, KS; mother-in-law Myrle Berrier; brother and sister in-laws Paul and Diana Shrout, Lee's Summit, MO and Terry and Nancy Berrier, Creve Coeur, MO; eight nephews; and eight nieces. John was a very loving husband and father. He will be deeply missed by those who loved him. (Arr. WebbFreer Funeral Home, Blue Springs, MO, 816-229-2101)

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August 1, 2005

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June 22, 2005

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June 12, 2005

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Kim Osborne

August 1, 2005

Debbie & Family: I worked with John at Waddell & Reed a long time ago and just learned of his passing at a retirement gathering last week. Just wanted you to know I was deeply saddened to hear this news and am thinking of you and your family. I have many fond memories of working with John and everyone at Waddell & Reed. May God bless you and your family.

robert rick

June 22, 2005

Debbie

I just found out about John and I'm so sadden. It is such a great loss. I will miss him a greatly. I will keep you and the boys in my prayers.

Deanna Spooner

June 12, 2005

Debbie,

I never knew John, but through stories you shared. Through those stories I know that John was a great man who touched many people. My families thoughts and prayers are with you and the boys.

Jerry, Deanna, Tristan, and Tanner Spooner

Vince and Pauline Stricklin

June 12, 2005

To John's Family~

Our family thought very highly of John. He was our agent and also our friend. He would spend 10 min. on insurance and the next 30 min. talking about his boys! He was VERY proud of his boys! We always looked forward to visiting with him.

I'll always remember his gentle ways with my aging Mother. He would repeat things 2 and 3 times until she fully understood. She always referred to him as her "handsome" insurance agent.

Take comfort in knowing that he loved his family ...and was admired by many.

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Glenn Wells

June 10, 2005

I met John in Jr High School and was immediately impressed with his sincerity and honest goodness. He had that much desired trait to which we all aspire, he was a geniue friend. I have not seen John in over 32 years, but I am certain that he was an even better husband and father, to which there is no greater calling in life. We will all miss John but I find solice in the fact that he left his small part of the world a better place. May you find comfort and joy in the memory of his life lived at a higher standard.

Warren & Jill Calvert

June 9, 2005

Debbie, Ryan & Jason

We are very saddened to learn of your great loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers. I know John left many wonderful memories to cherish. It was always a pleasure to run into John at Church, School, or a game with his ever present smile.

Tom Lasater

June 9, 2005

John Boatright Family- I grew up in Dodge City with the Boatright clan and have many fond memories of the entire family especially at the old Sinclair station on Wyatt Erp Blvd. I got to know John during fraternity rush in 1975. John was beloved by all of the Phi Kap's and we will all miss him dearly.

Terri Boehm

June 9, 2005

Debbie,

I am sorry sorry to hear about John. I first met John when working at Old American. We remained friends through out the years and we lived just a few blocks from you in Blue Springs. He was our agent when he was with Country Companies and then Farmers. His presence had a calming affect on everyone. I am so sad to hear he passed away.

Steve Barnhart

June 8, 2005

John and I worked together many years ago and played softball together for a couple years. He was a tremendous athlete and an even better guy. We drifted apart after our playing days, but that distance did not diminish my shock and sorrow to hear of his passing.

His memory of his will live on with his family and in the hearts and minds of his friends, past and present.

Jackie Bergin-Baker

June 8, 2005

Mrs. Boatright & Family

I'm so sorry to here about your loss. Mr. Boatright coached my nephew, Matthew Bergin. He was a good coach and person. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Brandee Jones

June 7, 2005

Mrs. Boatright-My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Timothy Korte

June 7, 2005

We are so sorry to hear about John's death. He was a great fraternity brother at KU. You are in our prayers.

Sincerely,

Tim & Mary Korte

Karen Campbell

June 7, 2005

John was my boss when I first went to work at Old American Insurance Co., one of the kindest people I have ever known. I am so sorry for your loss.

The Staff of Fire Prairie Middle School

June 6, 2005

Debbie and family, We were very sad to hear about John. Please know that we care and will keep you close in our thoughts and prayers.

Vicki Dike

June 6, 2005

Debbie--my thoughts and prayers are with you and the boys. John was a wonderful man. He will be missed greatly. Please know that your friends care and will remember John--and you especially in the coming days.

Pennie Ahmann

June 6, 2005

John was such a special person because of the many positves ways that he touched those he came in contact with. We will always remember his friendly smile and his ability to always make people feel so comfortable in all situations. Debbie, Ryan, and Jason always know that we are here for you and will miss John greatly but never forget him.

All our love, Jim, Pennie and Jeremy

Phyllis Shipley

June 6, 2005

Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this very sad time. John was such a kind and caring man. I know he will be sorely missed.

Love,

The Shipley's

Ron Wrehe

June 6, 2005

Debbie,Ryan and Jason,

I just wanted to let you know how sad we were to here of John's passing. There isn't much I can say at a time like this other than you are all in my prayers. John touched a great many people--both adults and kids-- and sports memories are something that we will always have of him. You should all be proud because he was a wonderful and caring man.

Ron,Cindy,Erich and Zach Wrehe

Pete Williams

June 6, 2005

John was a great person who donated most of his time to doing things for others. He was always involved in his childrens lives (and many other kids in the community) through coaching and sponsoring of sports teams. You have got to love a person that gives as much to young people as John did.

DOUG AND TRICIA MUENKS

June 6, 2005

OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU AND YOUR FAMILY. WE ARE YOUR NEXT DOOR NEIGHBORS. PLEASE LET US KNOW IF WE CAN HELP YOU IN ANY WAY.

Terri Payne

June 6, 2005

Debbie and Boys -

I am shocked and sad to learn of the news of John's passing. He will be missed by all that knew him. Please let me know of anything that I can do to help. My family will keep you and your family in our thoughts and prayers.

Sincerely -

Terri Payne

Karen Bruns

June 6, 2005

I will remember John as a kind and caring man, He will be greatly missed.

Victoria McKee

June 6, 2005

John was professional and yet a kind person. I met him during his tenure at Old American Insurance Company. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.

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