In Remembrance Of
Eric Hadley
Eric Hadley, 50, of Kansas City, MO passed away, February 23, 2026.
He was born on December 25, 1976 to Lawrence and Karen (Britt) Hadley in Smithville, MO. Eric grew up in Smithville and graduated from Smithville High School. During high school he was a state qualifier in wrestling. He then attended Maple Woods Community College.
On August 20, 2011 he was united in marriage to May Gist. After their marriage they lived in Kansas City where they made their home.
Eric was an avid animal lover.
He was preceded in death by his mother and his brother, Larry Hadley.
Eric is survived by his wife, May; father, Lawrence Hadley; his dog, Winston; other relatives and many friends.
Memorial Service: 3:00 p.m. Saturday, February 28th at Hixson-Klein Funeral Home in Smithville with visitation one hour prior to the service.
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Service Details
2:00 p.m. Saturday, February 28th at Hixson-Klein Funeral Home in Smithville
3:00 p.m. Saturday, February 28th at Hixson-Klein Funeral Home in Smithville
Comments & condolences
5 comments
Jerry Middleton
On my baseball team for few years. Great young athlete and one of toughest kids I ever saw. Ran his finger through the chain and sprocket on his mini motorcycle and played baseball one armed and got 3 hits in the game batting one handed.
Sorry to hear of his passing, Jerry M.
Annie
I’m so sorry Caroline! I know your heart is hurting and I wish I was there to love on you a bit. I’m praying for you. I love you so much!
Nichole Bockover
Too many years have passed since I’ve seen or spoken to Eric, someone whom I once considered one of my closest friends. So many memories flooding my thoughts of us growing up together as I learn of his passing. My thoughts and prayers go out to his family, especially his daughter Caroline, as they navigate this loss.
Sonia Ackerman
Lawrence, I’m so sorry to hear about Eric. My prayers are with you and your family.
Linda Anne Horn
My heart is full of love for you as you endure the passing of Eric. May you feel the love of our Heavenly Father and Jesus Christ. Am sure Eric was happy to see is Mom and brother as well as all his other loved ones who have already passed. He will be overjoyed as each of his loved ones join him at their appointed time. Y’all are in my thoughts, heart & prayers! 🤗💕🙏🏻🤗💕🙏🏻🤗💕🙏🏻