Jack Willey Obituary
Jack H. Willey, 88, of Cleveland, Missouri peacefully passed away on Monday, December 8, 2025. He was born in Kansas City, Missouri on December 29, 1936, to the late William R and Mary Amelia (Kempenger) Willey.
Jack was the proud majority owner of Willey Disposal Inc. a business he took pleasure in running with his family in the Kansas City area since 1957. He was a great business man and thoroughly enjoyed being an entrepreneur and working on his farm.
He and his wife Ann were married for more than 60 years. They met while Jack served in the U.S. Army and was stationed in Georgia. They liked traveling together, exploring casinos and spending time at their Florida home.
He and Ann enjoyed, 5 Children, 6 Grandchildren and 2 Great-grandchildren. He was a dear husband, father, father-in-law, grandfather, brother, uncle, cousin, and friend to many. He will be dearly missed!
Visitation will be Saturday, December 13, 2025 from 9 AM until time of service at 10 AM at Park Lawn Funeral Home. Jack will be laid to rest in Memorial Park Cemetery following the service.
8251 Hillcrest Road, Kansas City, MO 64138
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