David “John” McMurray, born December 18, 1951, passed away at 67 years old on November 4, 2019. Visitation will be held from 12:30 – 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, November 9th at Royer’s New Salem Funeral Home, Independence, MO; Memorial service will follow at 2:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests a donation to KC Pet Project, 4400 Raytown Rd., Kansas City, MO 64129.
John was an avid Elvis Presley fan. He loved spending time at home with his family and his dogs and cats. John enjoyed visiting with friends and going to the park and watching the softball games on Sunday evenings. Nothing put a smile on his face like his beloved grandchildren coming through the door calling for papa.
John was preceded in death by his Mama, Helen Bush; uncle Ray; dad Warren Simpson; birth parents, Sylvia Phillips and Leo McMurray; and brothers, Edward McMurray and Leo McMurray, Jr.
John leaves behind his wife Kenda of the home; 3 daughters: Kara Ibanez and husband Robert, Johnna Lloyd and husband Ryan, and Presley McMurray; grandchildren: Braden McMurray, Gunner Lloyd, Gabriella Lloyd, and Robert Ibanez, Jr; brother:,Dennis McMurray; sister, Janie McMurray; and many other family members and friends.
John… “That’s someone you never forget – Elvis Presley”
Arrangements: Royer’s New Salem, Independence, MO 816-796-8600