Kemlyn Eugene Nash, 85, a resident of Independence, MO passed away peacefully Sunday, April 16, 2023 at his home. He was born October 1, 1937 to Herman Arthur and Iva Mae (Baker) Nash in Macon, MO.
Kemlyn was a 1955 graduate of Macon High School in Macon, MO. He served his country proudly in the United States Air Force where he was an aircraft mechanic. Kemlyn spent one year in Korea during his service time. Kemlyn also received airman of the month award. Kemlyn was united in marriage to Mary Margaret Leist on April 22, 1958 in Valdosta, GA. They would have celebrated their 65th wedding anniversary on April 22, 2023. Kemlyn started his career as a blacksmith welder for Kansas City Power and Light. He later was superintendent over steam team and eventually retired as superintendent of line clearance for the Kansas City Power and Light. Kemlyn enjoyed fishing and hunting. He cherished spending time with his family and friends.
Survived by his loving wife of 64 years, Mary Margaret Nash of Independence; sons, Stacey Kent Nash and his wife Jane of Independence, Shawn Patrick Nash of Fraizer Park, CA; grandchildren, Jessica Louise Wood, Stephanie Renee Kennedy, Kelsey Marie Nash; great-grandchildren, Dakota Marie Dey, Jacob Edwin Wood, John Kemlyn Wood, Joseph Matthew Wood, Adalyn Elise Hall, Allie Louise Kennedy, Aubrey Marie Kennedy. Kemlyn is preceded in death by his son, Steven Eugene Nash; parents, Herman and Iva Nash; siblings, Genevieve, Evangeline, Alma, Darlene, Keith, Gail, and Sue.
His family will receive friends and family from 12:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. Friday, April 21, 2023 at Meyers Funeral Chapel, 1600 W. Main St, Blue Springs, MO. Funeral service will be held 11:00 a.m. Saturday, April 22, 2023 at the Hutton and McElwain Funeral Home in Macon, MO. Burial with military honors will follow at the German Lutheran Cemetery in rural Macon County. The family suggests that memorial contributions be made to the American Cancer Society. Arrangements have been entrusted to Meyers Funeral Chapel in Blue Springs. Memories of Kemlyn and words of comfort for his family may be shared at meyersfuneralchapel.com.
We are so sorry for the loss of Uncle Kem. Our thoughts and prayers are with the entire family.
Brian and Sue Nash
Shawn ~ We are so sorry for your loss. We’ll keep you and your family in our thoughts and prayers.
Jim & Christine Haze
Aunt Mary Margaret, Stacey, Shawn and Family;
We are so heartbroken for your loss. Uncle Kem was truly more than an Uncle, he was such a father figure to us all and we were blessed to have made so many wonderful family memories over the years. We will miss him so very much. All our love, prayers and comfort to you at this time.
Mary, Stacey, Shawn and family. I am sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with your entire family during these difficult times.
Mary Margaret, Stacey, Shawn and family: Wishing you peace, comfort, courage, and love at this time of your loss. I have no words to describe my sadness with Uncle Kem’s passing. I have so many loving memories of him and his siblings that have gone before him. I’m holding you close in my thoughts and prayers. Please know that I am with you, I’m only a phone call away. Blessings, Alma Lou