Kenneth Victor Applegate, 73, a resident of Kingsville, MO passed away peacefully Sunday, November 13, 2022 at Centerpoint Medical Center in Independence, MO. He was born September 18, 1949 to Kenneth and Elsie (Harrell) Applegate in Kansas City, MO.Kenneth served his country proudly in the United States Army where he received a Purple Heart. He was united in marriage to Lori Layne on August 15, 1983 in Mt. Vernon, MO. Kenneth worked as a pharmacist. He was a member of Harvest Baptist Church in Blue Springs, MO. Kenneth enjoyed hunting, golfing, riding motorcycles, building things, being in the outdoors, watching football and westerns.
Survived by his wife, Lori Applegate of Kingsville, MO; daughter, Amie Adelia Applegate of St. Louis, MO, Kenneth Applegate of Independence, MO, Adam Applegate of Kingsville, MO; siblings, Merle Carlton and wife Loretta of Rockford, IL, C.J. Carlton of Bevier, MO, Dorothy Brockmeyer and husband Alfred of Buckner, MO, Darlene Brockmeyer of Meridian, MS, Coral Danner and husband Richard of Grain Valley, MO. Kenneth is preceded in death by his parents; brothers, Jess Carlton, and Kermit Applegate.
His family will receive family and friends from 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Monday, November 21, 2022 at Meyers Funeral Chapel, 1600 W. Main St, Blue Springs, MO. Funeral service will begin at 12:00 p.m. at the chapel. A committal service with full military honors will follow at 2:00 p.m. at the Missouri Veterans Cemetery in Higginsville, MO. The family suggests that memorial contributions be made to Harvest Baptist Church. Memories of Kenneth and words of comfort for his family may be shared at meyersfuneralchapel.com.
Our hearts and prayers go out to Kenneth’s family at this time of sorrow. I know he will be missed.
We are so sorry for your loss. We will always remember how important Kenneth was in our family -the Jeffers Family. All the boys’ hay hauling., going to church with us, eating meals with us. Kenneth it was a joy to know you and you will be greatly missed. Praying for comfort for your family.
Sorry for your loss. Praying for the family.
Our Harvest Baptist church family extends our heart felt condolences to each of you. Ken was an awesome believer and man. Our prayers are with you
Coral, I’m so sorry for your loss. It is very hard to lose a brother! Love you and you are in my prayers.
I’m so sorry for your loss Kenny was a great person he had been a great friend’
To my husband and myself for 30 years
He will be be greatly missed
Love and miss you
The Normans
My love and prayers to you all.
Kenny was a great friend and a roommate with my husband and I 40+ years ago. We were all friends with Bob and Sylvia, we had great times, in the old neighborhood. I’m going to miss you buddy. LOVE YOU
Coral,
I am deeply saddened by the passing of your brother Kenneth. Even though our paths diverged decades ago, I always considered him one of just a few individuals who blessed me with their spirit. I have missed him for years.
Lori,
I am so sorry for the loss of your husband. Our prayers are with you and your family.
I’m very sorry to hear of your loss. I remember Kenneth in High School. I will be praying for your family.