In Remembrance Of

Eula Pendleton

Eula Pendleton, 88, of Smithville, MO passed away, Thursday, September 19, 2019.

She was born on October 25, 1930 to William Benton and Fannie Lucille (Groshong) Wright near Agency, MO. Eula grew up near Agency and Frazier and graduated from Gower High School. 

 On May 15, 1954 she was united in marriage to Robert L. Pendleton. After their marriage they lived in Plattsburg and in 1962 moved to Smithville where they made their home. Her husband, Robert, passed away on September 9, 1999.

In earlier years, Eula worked at National Bellas Hess and taught grade school in the Gower area. Eula and her sister, Helen, owned and operated Helen’s Upholstery in Smithville and she was a housekeeper at North Kansas City Hospital.

Eula was a member of the First Baptist Church in Smithville. She enjoyed fishing, cooking and spending time with her grandchildren.

She was also preceded in death by her parents; brothers, Bennie Wright and Roy Wright; andone grandson, Mitchell Pendleton.

Eula is survived by her sons, Richard (Irene) Pendleton, William (Dianna) Pendleton, and Jim (Lynda) Pendleton; ten grandchildren; Rebecca (James) Meek, Jeffrey (Rebecca) Pendleton, Samantha Renno, Neil (Alison) Pendleton, Melissa (Ryan) Beck, Nicholas Pendleton, Patrick Pendleton, Andy (Melissa) Pendleton, Edward Pendleton, and Ethan Pendleton; five great-grandchildren, RJ, Isabella, Brooke, Olivia, and Regan; sister, Helen (Bob) Smith; several nieces and nephews, other relatives and many friends.

Funeral Service: 11:00 a.m. Tuesday, Sept. 24th at Hixson-Klein Funeral Home, Smithville.

Burial: Ridgely Cemetery, Ridgely, MO.

Visitation: 6:00-8:00 p.m. Monday at the funeral home.

Donations may be made to Ridgely Cemetery.

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5 comments

  • Marie Hesseltine

    Scott and I are so sorry for your family’s loss. We are Becky’s Aunt and Uncle.

  • David & Pam Heath

    We are heart broken to her about the loss of Eula Faye. She was a very compassionate and caring person, always making us feel like family. She will be truly missed! David and Eula Faye always enjoyed talking and reminiscing. We will keep your family in our thoughts and prayers. Wishing you peace to bring comfort, the courage to face the many days ahead and loving memories to forever hold in your heart.

  • Patricia Marie Wolff

    My heart & prayers go out to you . Losing a parent is so hard. Your lifetime of memories will stay with you & become even more precious. Blessings & love. Tricia

  • Amy (Harris)Doepke

    Jeff and family, my sincere sympathies are with you

  • Penny Perkins

    Dear Jim, Lynda, & family,
    So very sorry to hear of your Mom’s passing. I will keep you in my prayers for comfort during this time of loss. Love to you all!

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