Dorothy Mae Kavanaugh, 93, of Independence, MO, passed away on May 20, 2023. Visitation will be 10:00 a.m. Wednesday, May 31, 2023, at Royer’s New Salem, 1823 N. Blue Mills Road, Independence, MO 64058. Memorial service to follow at 11:00 a.m.
Dorothy grew up in Bethany, MO before relocating to Independence where she raised her children. She retired from Lake City after many years. Her favorite pastimes included riding horses and traveling the country with her husband. Dorothy was known for saying exactly how she felt and being sharp as a tack until the very end.
She is preceded in death by her husband Ferral Kavanaugh; children Eddie Duncan and Peggy Jarman; granddaughter Hannah Leigh Chance; and parents and siblings.
Dorothy is survived by her grandchildren Christian Duncan, Elizabeth (Darin) Chance, Darren (Ashley) Jarman and Matthew (Cassandra) Jarman; daughter-in-law Paula Duncan; 4 great-grandchildren and 2 great-great-grandchildren.
Arrangements: Royer’s New Salem Funeral Home Independence, MO (816) 796-8600