Grover L. Desmond
Grover Lee Desmond, 84, of Independence, MO passed away December 28, 2021. Visitation will be 5-6 p.m. Tuesday, January 4, 2022, at Royer’s New Salem Funeral Home; Independence, MO. Memorial service will follow at 6 p.m. at the funeral home. Memorial contributions may be made in Grover’s name to: Northcare Hospice House 28000 Clay Edwards Dr. 2nd Floor, North Kansas City, MO 64116
Grover was born February 3, 1937, in Booneville, MO to Thomas D. & Corrine (Thurman) Desmond. He retired from Kenworth Trucks. Grover was a member of the American Legion. He was of the Methodist faith. Grover loved antique cars, car shows, playing cards and all animals and especially dogs. He enjoyed spending time with his family. Grover was an avid Royals and Chiefs fan.
Grover was preceded in death by his parents: Thomas & Corrine Desmond; daughter: Cindy O’Nale and brother: Willard Wright.
Grover is survived by his wife Elaine Desmond of the home; 4 children: Donna Kirkwood (Jerry) of Prairie Village, KS, Michelle Michalski (Dylan) of Merriam, KS, Jody Melia of Independence, MO, William “Chip” Lloyd (Leslie) of Independence, MO; 9 grandchildren: Michael Kirkwood, Samantha Kirkwood, Lane Michalski, Alexis Michalski, Travis Lloyd, Taylor Lloyd, Kristen Hector, Mikayla Melia, Martin Melia; 6 great-grandchildren: Jonathan, Joshua, Hali, Paige, Lauren, Landon; sister: Barbara Purdy (David) of Pilot Grove, MO.
Arrangements: Royer’s New Salem Funeral Home, Independence, MO 816-796-8600