In Remembrance Of

Cayla Blizzard

Cayla Blizzard, 37, of Kansas City, MO passed away, May 23, 2021.

She was born on April 7, 1984 to Charles Richard and Deborah (Wilkinson) Vannoy in East Alton, IL. She grew up in Wood River, IL and graduated from East Alton-Wood River High School. 

In 2004 she was united in marriage to Stephen Blizzard. 

She loved being at home and raising her children and was Cardinals Baseball fan.

She was preceded in death by her mother and infant son, Noah Friedley.Cayla is survived by her children, Bryson, Hailey, Austin, Logan, and Mackenzie; parents, Rich and Yvonne Vannoy; sisters, Tammy (Michael) Walls and Tara (Ryan) Shea; fiancé. Phil Friedley; several nieces and nephews, other relatives and many friends.

Visitation: 5:00-7:00 p.m. Saturday, May 29th at Hixson-Klein Funeral Home, Smithville.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Hixson-Klein Funeral Home.

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22 comments

  • Anna Smith

    I just learned of your passing. You always had a beautiful smile on your face and such a happy energy. I cherished the time we had together and hope you are at peace. The world is dimmer now without your light shining in it. My deepest condolences to her family and friends.

    Rest easy now, lovely angel.

  • Chad Darling

    I was saddened to hear the news about your passing. You always had a smile on your face when greeting people. You will be missed. My thoughts and prayers are with your family.

  • Frances Young

    Sincere sympathy and condolences to the extended family in the death of your loved one. I especially sympathize with the children in the loss of their mother. I am praying for comfort for the family that can only come from God. I have buried a daughter and feel the parents pain. Praying for God to help you in this difficult heart breaking time.
    I am a lifetime friend of Renee Ramey Blizzard and feel your pain. Scripture tells us to “WEEP WITH THOSE WHO WEEP” and I am!

  • Jennifer Rohr

    I’m deeply sorry for your loss. My thoughts are are with you all during this difficult time. Cayla will be missed.

  • Laura Adkins

    Thoughts and prayers for comfort . Phil , children and family. She was a bright light that will be missed.

  • Elisha Hutchinson

    My thoughts and prayers go out to the family and children. Cayla you will be deeply missed. Over the years we weren’t as close as we were in school, but I will always have the memories we did share. Until we meet again.

  • Jessie Pettingill

    Stephen, Praying for you and the children, and other members of Cayla’s family. I love you! I can not make it to the service, but will see you soon.

  • Ellen Ethridge

    Praying you all find comfort in the arms of our Savior!

  • Charlotte Hsle

    So sorry for your loss. My thoughts and Prayers are with you all.

  • Samantha Blizzard

    I’m sorry for your loss and my thoughts are with you during this difficult time.

  • Kimberly Berry

    Prayers to Cayla’s children and family. I will miss seeing you on Facebook posting your family pictures.

  • Angee Schmidt

    I am so sorry that you have to go through this. I know it’s painful and difficult. You are in my thoughts and I am praying for your hearts will heal with time. Sir Logan, I have many sweet memories of you in the 2nd grade. Your mom always stepped in to help on party days and it’s been a pleasure running into her at Price Chopper once in a while. Sending you hugs and lots of love!

  • Stephen Blizzard

    May your soul be at peace as you watch over your children from Heaven. God took you home too soon. You will always be loved and missed.

  • Suzanne Ramey

    My condolences. She was a pleasure to know. May God give you peace.

  • Anita Burchit

    Praying for comfort for everyone. She was one bright light that touched many hearts including mine.

  • Renee Blizzard

    My heart breaks that you are gone! These grandkids are going to miss you every day!
    We had some really fun times together and will miss you.

  • Steven Smith

    I’m so very sorry for your loss. You all are in my thoughts and prayers.

  • Jennifer Louck

    I was so surprised to hear of your passing you are going to be sadly missed. Prayers for Phil and your kids now you are also their guardian angel. It was fun working and knowing you. RIP Cayla

  • Heather Van Kampen

    Stephen, no words will ever be enough for you and your children’s loss, but we are thinking about you all during these times. We are family no matter the circumstances. Chadd and I are always here for you. Sending our love and condolences.

  • Peggy Renz

    I am so sorry to hear of this news. I am heartbroken for all of your children. I had Austin when he was in Kindergarten. I remember Cayla and remember her fun personality and sweet smile. I apologize for not being able to attend the funeral as I will be out of town. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this time. May God surround you with loved ones that lift you up.
    Many hugs and prayers.

  • Tracy Lockard Dobbelaere

    So sorry for your loss Phil! Thoughts and prayers for you and the family! I’m sorry

  • Jocelyn Andersen

    My family sends our thoughts and prayers to all of you guys. We are heartbroken for your family. We were blessed to get to share a chapter of our life with Vayla and the family. We will never forget my crazy red head walking into your home and starting our friendship.

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