Verna Dee Singleton

Verna Dee Singleton obituary, Raytown, MO

Verna Dee Singleton

Verna Singleton Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Heartland Cremation & Burial Society - Blue Springs on Jan. 24, 2025.
Dee Singleton, age 83 of Lake Tapawingo went to be with her Lord and Savior on Tuesday, January 21, 2025. She was born May 29,1941, in New Orleans, Louisiana to parents Vern and Velma Pixley.
Dee was a resident of Lake Tapawingo, Missouri for over 30 years. A graduate of Central Missouri State University, Dee gave her life to serving others as a social worker for over 20 years. She was a strong Christian and a member of Cornerstone Church in Blue Springs. She also held a degree in Biblical Studies. Dee was known for her wit and humor. She was a dedicated fan of the Chiefs and enjoyed watching their games with her family and friends.
Dee was married to Jim Singleton for 62 years. He preceded her in death on March 12, 2024. A sister, Susan Jane Pixley, and her parents also preceded her in death.
Survivors include her 2 sons, Christopher (Sue) Singleton, Derrick (Cara) Singleton; 7 grandchildren; several great-grandchildren; a sister Shirley Call; a brother-in-law Vernon Kober; cousins, Dottie Mabrey and Lynda Hicklin; a host of friends; and her beloved cat Beanie2.
A Celebration of Life will be held at 11:00am on January 25, 2025 at Cornerstone Church, 301 SE County RD AA, in Blue Springs, MO. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Cornerstone Church.
A special thank you to Suelyn Olson for her dedicated care during Dee's challenging illness and One Community Hospice Care.

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