7000 BLUE RIDGE BLVD
Kansas City, Missouri
JACK BERIL CONNER, 72, of Raytown, MO passed away July 24th, 2017 at Garden Terrace Alzheimer’s Center in Overland Park with his family by his side.
Jack was born June 4th, 1945 in Kansas City, KS to Juanita & Jack Conner, Sr. Jack graduated from Sherwood High School in 1965 after postponing his studies to work to provide for his widowed mother and siblings. Jack was a produce manager at Safeway in Clinton, MO where he met and eventually married a young music teacher, Marsha Dawson, in 1975. To this union one son, Jason Conner and one, daughter Misti (Conner) Hutchins was born.
Jack, with the help of his wife, fulfilled his dream of owning a business in 1985 and purchased Allright Rental in Raytown, MO. This career change suited Jack well as he had a passion for helping other’s solve problems, working outdoors and interacting with people. For years, everyone called Allright to “Ask Jack” what was the best tool for the job, how to best tackle a DIY project, or simply to chat about tractors or cattle.
Along with his love of his company, Jack also enjoyed fishing with his father-in-law, spending time with family, raising cattle, hunting, golfing, traveling with his wife and enjoying a nice cold beer with anyone who’d love to share a story or listen to his.
In 2005 Jack was diagnosed with early onset Alzheimer’s disease which forced him into early retirement. As the years went by, he continued to help and support his family and friends as best he could. This included reseeding his lawn weekly one season, placing Halloween decor in the front yard two weeks before Christmas or calling his daughter eight times to wish her a happy birthday. He’d just shake his head, shrug his shoulders and laugh about the incidents. Jack never knew a stranger and like Will Rogers, he “Never met a man he didn’t like.” His family will always remember his big bear hugs, his sense of humor, his striking eyes and his unbelievable capacity for forgiveness.
Jack was preceded in death by his parents. He is survived by his wife of 42 years, Marsha; children, Jason Conner of Lee’s Summit, MO and Misti Hutchins (Jamie Hutchins) of Lake Lotawana, MO; grandchildren Anthony & Maddie Conner; brothers, Gary Conner, Eddie Conner, Jesse Conner, Wiley Conner, Kelly Conner and Ed Coulter; sisters, Brenda Pullen, Joyce Crump, Eileen Parks; many loved nieces & nephews.
The family suggests memorial donations be made to Heart of America Alzheimer’s Association.
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August 10, 2017
We are so sorry for your loss. When ever we need something you/Alright were there to help us out. Jack will be miss.
July 30, 2017
Pete & Mary Sauter
Brenda and family, pete and I send our sympathy for the loss of your loved one. God has him now and he rests in peace. God bless
July 29, 2017
Bryan Dawson
Uncle Jack was the kindest and funniest man I will ever know. He was the epitome of Family Man and goodness. He treated his in-laws like they were his own parents, brothers and sisters and he relished any time he could spend with his nieces and nephews, treating them as his own children. My fondest memories of Uncle Jack will always be those around family holiday celebrations. Going with him to the farm, playing football and basketball at the Dawson's and drinking a few cold beers and listening to his stories. He loved to enjoy a few beers with his kids and nephews and make them laugh and we are all better people because of that time. I will also remember my visits to KC while I was in college in Warrensburg, MO. I would frequent The Business, as he called it, and would enjoy working with him, Marsha, Misti and Jason. He would always seem to find a way to put me to work and then invite me over to the house and treat me to dinner. Jack Conner, you are a true gentleman. God Bless.
July 27, 2017
Joyce Wrinkle
What a Sweetheart, his big Personality, Heart and Hugs will be so missed. Love and Prayers out to Marsha and Family as you go through this tough time. Memories made to last forever. Buffy and Joyce
July 27, 2017
Marsha and family, I am praying that God grant you peace and comfort in the days ahead. May you find joy in remembering "the good times", as many of us will be doing.
July 26, 2017
Kathie Hostetler Carpenter
Marsha and family. So sorry for your loss. May the many memories you share be with you all at this difficult time. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
July 26, 2017
Pete Frasier
Marsha,Jason,Misti::
Sorry for your loss. Prayers go out to you and the family. He will be missed. He was a kind person.
July 26, 2017
Bill Craig
Misti,
So very sorry for your loss, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your entire family.
July 26, 2017
Richard Jacobs
Jack was a standup guy who had a heart of gold. We double dated several times before I went into the Army and Jack always provided the ride. The world is a lesser place having lost Jack, but Heaven is better place upon his arrival. Richard & Rehnee Jacobs
July 25, 2017
Helen Scott
What a loss to family and friends, but what a gift he was to those same people, Through your sorrow, try to remember all the wonderful things about him. I met him at the Safeway Store in Sedalia. When I think of Safeway, I think of Jack. He made produce shopping an adventure. To my classmate, Brenda, Peace.
July 25, 2017
Cathy Fellhauer Spencer
So very sorry, praying for all the family and friends. I have very many fond memories of Jack when I was young. He helped out at many of our church activities. I especially remember a hayride where Jack was keeping us laughing the whole time. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
July 25, 2017
Sara Dunstan (Van Hooser)
Marsha and family, so sorry for your loss. I could see the happiness in your faces of your photos. So glad you had each other to share life with. You're in my prayers!
July 25, 2017
May God's loving kindness and comfort help you and your family through this very sad time Psalms 29:11
July 25, 2017
May God's loving kindness and comfort help you and your family through this very sad time Psalms 29:11
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