Ms. Kathleen Louise Wright

Kathleen Louise Wright, 87, was born on August 19, 1937, in Boone County, Rocheport, Missouri to Elzia William McKee and Clara O’dell McKee (Eubanks). Kathleen was preceded in death by both parents; her husband, Leon Wright; her son, Jeffery Wright; three brothers, David McKee; Benjamin McKee; and Forest McKee; four sisters, Corine Petty; Jessie Wright; Mary McKee; and Nannie Mae Jackmon. Kathleen was the youngest of nine children who grew up in Fayette, MO. She graduated from Fayette High School in May of 1956. In 1958, Kathleen relocated to Kansas City, MO where she later met her husband, Leon Wright of Glasgow, MO. The two married on April 29, 1961, and to this union, one son was born, Jeffery Scott Wright, in 1964. Kathleen and Leon were married until his untimely passing just four years after their union. Kathleen was baptized at a young age. She was a dedicated servant of the Lord and a member at Mount Woodland African Methodist Episcopal Church in Hilldale, MO. Kathleen wore many hats and served as an Usher and Missionary in the church. Kathleen later became a member of St. Andrew United Methodist Church in Kansas City, MO. Kathleen worked and retired from Wilcox Electric INC., after forty-five years as the Lead Electrical Assembler. She later went on to work for Caring Hands and Hearts of Kansas City, INC. as a Care Giver and Max Cleaners, handling alterations and repairs. Kathleen was also a member of the Alice M. Brown Chapter Number 40 The Order of Eastern Stars, Kansas City, Kansas. Kathleen enjoyed her life’s work well into her older years. In 2020, Kathleen fully retired. Throughout her life, Kathleen was truly a pioneer within the family, organizing and recording historical memories, records and more. She loved her life in Kansas City, but always made her way Down Home! Kathleen was an artist who loved working with her hands and had a keen eye for detail. She loved painting, clay ceramics, and decorating. Her passion for sewing stood out in the fabulous garments, furniture, and home decor that she customized for herself and others. She loved to accessorize and collect antique costume jewelry to recreate new pieces. Kathleen had a jazzy style, wore her own designs and took the best dressed award everywhere she went. Holidays were special for Kathleen. She especially enjoyed table card games, baking cakes and was famous for her "Pecan Pie.” She also truly liked collecting pennies, placing them in order by the year it had been manufactured, hoping to find that golden penny! Kathleen had a way with words, she made them her own and spread words of wisdom, wit, knowledge and was always quick to reply. Kathleen transitioned from this life on the morning of March 14, 2025, in her home of 57 years. Kathleen was loved by many and was surrounded by family and friends in the days before she entered The Kingdom of Heaven. Kathleen leaves to cherish her memory one grandson, Leon Rush; one great granddaughter, Marlee Rush of Kansas City, MO; one brother, Kenneth McKee of Rocheport, MO; and a special friend, Beverly Bolden of Kansas City, MO.; she also leaves behind a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends. Funeral Services will be held on Saturday 22, 2025, at 10:00 a.m. at Lawrence A. Jones & Sons Funeral Chapel 1800 East Linwood Blvd. KCMO 64109. Interment: Fayette, MO. Visitation: 9-10:00 a.m. at the Chapel. Arrangements entrusted to Lawrence A. Jones & Sons Funeral Chapels. Condolences may be shared on our website lawrenceajones.com.

Ms. Kathleen Louise Wright

August 19, 1937 - March 14, 2025