Leona Maxine Tennison, 87, a resident of Blue Springs, MO passed away peacefully Saturday, November 12, 2022 at her home surrounded by family. She was born December 12, 1934 to John and Beatrice (LaDuke) Kilpatrick in Pueblo, CO.
Leona spent her working career in education for the Independence School District. She started out as an elementary teacher and then spearheaded the Impact Program for gifted students. Leona was united in marriage to Lawrence Tennison on January 13, 1953 in Pueblo, CO. She was a member of the Sante Fe Doll Club, Pilot Club of Blue Springs, Woman’s Civic Club of Independence, she volunteered as an election poll judge. Leona also volunteered at the Bingham-Waggoner Estate where she provided tours and luncheons. She enjoyed painting china, oil painting, making dolls, knitting, crocheting, and traveling.
Survived by her children, Larry Tennison and wife Jean of Blue Springs, MO, Laura Hile of Blue Springs, MO; sister, Lorraine Woods and husband Robert of Pueblo, CO; grandchildren, Tina Hile, Angela Hile, Jenny Adams, Lawrence “Boomer” Tennison; great-grandchildren, Brice, Natalie, and Allison. Leona is preceded in death by her husband; parents; and son-in-law, Bob Durkin.
Her family will receive family and friends from 4:00 – 5:00 p.m. Tuesday, November 22, 2022 at Meyers Funeral Chapel, 1600 W. Main St, Blue Springs, MO. Sharing of memories will begin at 5:00 p.m. at the chapel. Memories of Leona and words of comfort for her family may be shared at meyersfuneralchapel.com.
In lieu of flowers donations may be made to
Alzheimer’s Association at https://www.alz.org
Turn the Page KC at http://turnthepagekc.org/
https://turnthepagekc.networkforgood.com/projects/175791-reading-helps-kids-soar-2022
My Love and prayers go out to the family of this wonderful women. May you stay strong and continue to carry on her legacy! God bless and keep you, and give you Peace🙏🙏🙏
I’m so sad to hear this. I have some fond memories of Leona and family. My thoughts and prayers are with you. May your happy memories bring you peace during this loss.
Leona was a devoted, loving soul who will be fondly remembered by those at the
Bingham-Waggoner Mansion
and Estate where she left a
myriad of memories and friends.
Leona was a devoted, loving soul who will be fondly remembered by those at the
Bingham-Waggoner Mansion
and Estate where she left a
myriad of memories and friends.