Laura A. Brewer

Aileen was born in Roscoe, Missouri on August 16, 1936 and passed away on August 13, 2025 at The Madison Senior Living, Kansas City, MO. She had lived in Grandview, MO. from 1960 until transitioning into assisted living in 2020.
Aileen is preceded in death by her:
Parents: Thurman Pasley and Oneita Pasley / Cain
Devoted husband of 55 years: Melvin Brewer
Brother: Bobby Lewis Pasley and spouse Ruth Ann
She is survived by her sisters: Margaret Ann Ryther and Sarah (Coy) Bartlett
Children: Steven (Mary Ann) Brewer, Cynthia (Stephen) Anderson, Lisa (Christopher) Dale, Melanie (Charles) Duddy and Stepson Larry (Patricia) Brewer
Grandchildren: Christen Amber and James Brewer, Colene (Judd) Moss, Chris (Ashlie) Siemon, Megan (Neftali) Hueso, Brandy Laraway, Katie (Michael) Roath, Collin (Courtney) Duddy, Amanda Duddy, Brian Brewer, Karen (Kurt) Glaesemann
And 11 great grandchildren alongside several nieces and nephews.
Aileen spent much of her childhood in the care of her grandparents John D. and Opal Kiefer who were instrumental in making her into the women she became. She met her husband Melvin when working at the same employer although she soon left to focus on raising their family. They moved to Grandview where all of their children went to school. Aileen focused on ensuring that the children received an excellent education and support while diligently working to ensure they were good people with solid values. She was involved in school activities early on and was also a Sunday school teacher and an active member of the church.
Aileen was a devoted wife who supported Mel through his working years followed by several years when he was dealing with medical problems. She greatly enjoyed her time with the grandchildren and great grandchildren and was very proud of her family.
A Celebration of Life for Mrs. Brewer will be held on Saturday, August 23, 2025 at 11:00 am at Funeral Services of Independence. Visitation will be from 10:00 am-11:00 am at the chapel.
Entombment at Valor Park Memorial Gardens.
Arrangements conducted by Funeral Services of Independence. Condolences may be shared on our website.