Debra A. Goodrich-Yamamoto


Debra A. Goodrich-Yamamoto 67, of Oak Grove, MO., died peacefully on October 19, 2023.

Debra was a loving wife, daughter, sister, grandmother and aunt.

Debra graduated from East High School and went on to work for the KCMO Finance Department.  Later on in her life, she met her amazing husband Ronald Yamamoto and resided in Oak Grove, MO.

Debra was preceded in death by her father Robert Gartman Sr., mother Reba Steppe, brother Robert Gartman Jr., and husband Ronald Yamamoto.

Debra loved spending time with her family while enjoying volleyball, swimming, fishing, golf cart rides with her beloved dog Simon and sharing meals and laughs with her loving family.

Her survivors include:  brother Rick Gartman (Lois) Kansas City, MO, brother Ronald Gartman, Odessa, MO, brother Phillip Gartman, Edwards, MO.  Nephews:  Matthew Gartman, Justin Gartman and Jeremy Gartman.  Nieces:  Sarah Slentz, Tiffany Gartman, Jill Gartman, Jackie Gartman, Kari Gartman, and Jennifer Adams.

Debra will be greatly missed by her family, friends and her loyal companion and loving dog Simon.

A Celebration of Life to be held at a later date.

Obituary submitted by the family.

Arrangements:  Royer Funeral Home, Oak Grove, MO   816-690-4441

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