Barbara Allen Vanderpool

Barbara Allen Vanderpool obituary, Independence, MO

Barbara Allen Vanderpool

Barbara Vanderpool Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Royer's New Salem Funeral Home - Independence on Jan. 19, 2026.
Barbara Allen Vanderpool, 82, of Independence, Missouri passed away peacefully surrounded by loving family on Sunday, January 18, 2026.

Per Barbara's request, there will be no funeral services. Memorial contributions may be made in her honor to ASPCA, PO Box 96929, Washington, DC 20090-6929. Forms may be printed at https://www.ASPCA.org/ways-to-give/mail-check.

Barbara lived a life rooted in community and friendship. She was very active in the VFW and in many churches throughout the years, giving her time and presence generously. She found great joy in line dancing and treasured the time she spent with her friends. Barbara also loved to travel, enjoying trips across the United States and the experiences each journey brought.

She was preceded in death by her mother, Minerva Demaree; husband, Jack Vanderpool; and brother, Marvin Reeves.

Barbara is survived by her daughters: Donna Vanderpool and Terry (Rolland) Saye; son, Jack Vanderpool, Jr. (Laurie Parker); and grandchild, Seth Morgan (Riley) Saye.

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1823 N Blue Mills Rd, Independence, MO 64058

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