Gerald Wayne Keightley, 85, formerly of Independence, Missouri, passed away Sunday, January 14, 2024. Funeral services will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Monday, January 22, 2024 at Royer’s New Salem Funeral Home, Independence, MO; burial in Buckner Hill Cemetery, Buckner. The family will receive friends from noon until service time at the funeral home.
Gerald was born June 3, 1938, in Sedalia, Missouri, the son of Luther and Bessie (Burge) Keightley. He married Patricia Haley on March 12, 1965. Gerald was an extremely hard worker and greatly enjoyed his 35 year career with the city of Independence. He was a very devoted family man, a die hard Chiefs fan and loyal to all who knew him.
Gerald was preceded in death by his parents and his lovely wife of 55 years, Patty, 3 brothers and 2 sisters.
His survivors include his two daughters: Gail Anderson (Howard) of Sacramento, CA, and Laurie Howerton of Kearney, MO; two grandchildren: Amie Howerton (Travis) and Ryan Howerton (Nichole), both of Kearney; four great-grandchildren: Alyssa, Caden, Merrik and Natalee and sister, Carol Haralson.
Arrangements: Royer’s New Salem Funeral Home, Independence, MO 816-796-8600