Grover L. Desmond

Grover Lee Desmond, 84, of Independence, MO passed away December 28, 2021.  Visitation will be 5-6 p.m. Tuesday, January 4, 2022, at Royer’s New Salem Funeral Home; Independence, MO. Memorial service will follow at 6 p.m. at the funeral home. Memorial contributions may be made in Grover’s name to: Northcare Hospice House 28000 Clay Edwards Dr. 2nd Floor, North Kansas City, MO 64116

Grover was born February 3, 1937, in Booneville, MO to Thomas D. & Corrine (Thurman) Desmond. He retired from Kenworth Trucks. Grover was a member of the American Legion. He was of the Methodist faith. Grover loved antique cars, car shows, playing cards and all animals and especially dogs. He enjoyed spending time with his family. Grover was an avid Royals and Chiefs fan.

Grover was preceded in death by his parents: Thomas & Corrine Desmond; daughter: Cindy O’Nale and brother: Willard Wright.

Grover is survived by his wife Elaine Desmond of the home; 4 children: Donna Kirkwood (Jerry) of Prairie Village, KS, Michelle Michalski (Dylan) of Merriam, KS, Jody Melia of Independence, MO, William “Chip” Lloyd (Leslie) of Independence, MO; 9 grandchildren: Michael Kirkwood, Samantha Kirkwood, Lane Michalski, Alexis Michalski, Travis Lloyd, Taylor Lloyd, Kristen Hector, Mikayla Melia, Martin Melia; 6 great-grandchildren: Jonathan, Joshua, Hali, Paige, Lauren, Landon; sister: Barbara Purdy (David) of Pilot Grove, MO.

Arrangements:  Royer’s New Salem Funeral Home, Independence, MO   816-796-8600

This Post Has 11 Comments

  1. Donna

    31 Dec 2021 Reply

    I love you very much dad.❤️ You will be missed!

  2. Jerry Kirkwood

    31 Dec 2021 Reply

    Will miss you and love you.

  3. Jerry Kirkwood

    31 Dec 2021 Reply

    Love you always

  5. Jeff & Diana Patterson

    31 Dec 2021 Reply

    Donna and family, Jeff and I hold you all in love and prayer as you grieve and celebrate your father. Diana and Jeff Patterson

  6. Micaela Graham

    31 Dec 2021 Reply

    Thank you for allowing me to care for Grover. He will sure be missed!!!
    We Love you “papa groves”

  7. Christine Resovich h

    4 Jan 2022 Reply

    Donna and family,
    Mike and I are so sorry for your loss. He was a nice man and we always enjoyed his company.
    God Bless
    Chris & Mike Resovich

  8. jody melia

    4 Jan 2022 Reply

    Mommas man, Papa to all our kids and Turkey to me wink wink! Mom never wanted for anything. Love you Papa. Will miss our Sunday visits
    Save a pain free spot in heaven for mom. You will forever be missed. Love you

  9. Cathy & Steve Bruno & Family

    4 Jan 2022 Reply

    Donna & Family
    Know he will be missed by us as well and know you all are in our hearts, thoughts & prayers.
    Sending hugs your way 🤗

  10. Barb & Charlie Wiseman

    2 Feb 2022 Reply

    Just saw that Grover had passed away. My husband worked with Grover many years at Space Center.
    Grover came to our home many times as “Santa” for great grandson. The sweetest man and such a gentleman. Keeping his family in our prayers.
    Elaine you were is queen and he would tell folks what a great lady you were.

  11. KENNY BERRY

    28 Jun 2022 Reply

    Just ran across Grover OB we work togeter at kenworth for maney years great person and a hard worker so sorry this latr Kenny Berry supervisor KW Dart