In Remembrance Of

Marilyn Tyson

Linda “Marilyn” Tyson, 76, of Smithville, MO passed away, December 13, 2021.

She was born on May 25, 1945 to Lloyd Mast and Dixie Blanche (Harding) Barber in North Kansas City, MO. Marilyn grew up in Smithville and graduated from Smithville High School. On September 20, 1963 she married her high school sweetheart, Ronald J. Tyson. After their marriage they lived in the Smithville area. Her husband, Ron, passed away, May 4, 2007.

Marilyn attended the First Christian Church in Smithville. She was a member of the Smithville American Legion Auxillary and the Beta Sigma Phi Sorority. Marilyn loved spending time with her family and friends and spent her free time reading.

She retired from Darr’s Elite Cleaners in Smithville.

Marilyn was also preceded in death by her parents.

She is survived by her daughters, Ronda (David) Anderson and Rebecca Henshaw; six grandchildren, Leann (Sean) Vermillion, Cameron Anderson, Casey Anderson (Elizabeth Bettes), Cody (Cierra) Anderson Jaci (Chris) Ebert and Callie (Jacob) Vinyard; great-grandchildren, Constance Vermillion, Paisley Anderson, and Wyatt Vinyard; brothers, Fred (Nancy) Barber, Ken (Eileen) Barber and Jack Barber; numerous nieces and nephews, other relatives, and many friends.

Memorial Service: 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, December 21st at Hixson-Klein Funeral Home, Smithville with visitation from 5:00-6:30 p.m. prior to the service.

Donations may be made to the Smithville American Legion Auxiliary.

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14 comments

  • Judi Griffith

    I’m so very sorry to hear of Marilyn’s passing. I enjoyed working with her at the Auxiliary’s monthly meals, where she always had such a cheerful attitude. My condolences to the family.

  • Jean (kilgore)

    I am so sorry for your loss. I haven’t seen Marilyn for a while, but I remember her well! She was such a beautiful kind-hearted lady and she will be missed. Condolences to all the family.

  • Judy and Jim Roberts

    We are so sorry to hear of your loss our thoughts and prayers are with you and your families.

  • Tara Odneal

    So very sorry to hear of Marilyns passing. I know she was greeted by Ronnie and and having a great time together again. Hugs and prayers.

  • Vivian Bastian Baines

    Marilyn was such a good friend from childhood on. I think of her often and will miss her very much.

  • Ronald Schimmel

    We are sorry to hear about your loss. Prayers are with you and your family. Ron and Cheryl Schimmel

  • Frisch Millis

    Such sad news but they are together again

  • Terri Doyle

    So sorry to hear of Marilyn’s passing. May her family be comforted by God’s peace. Marilyn and I had many late night talks about her deceased husband and my deceased son. We are moving back to Smithville and I was looking forward to more of these talks. She will be missed so very much. R.I.P. my dear friend ❤️

  • Kevin scott

    Sorry for your loss

  • Kevin scott

    Sorry for your loss

  • Jeanne Epperson

    I am so sorry to hear of Mert’s passing. As families we have been connected for so many years I feel I’ve lost one of my own family member. Such a sweet and funny gal. A giving person to our community. I can’t begin to list all her great virtues. My heart goes out to all. I will miss her dearly. Hugs and prayers. May she rest in God’s arms.

  • Vicki Vitek

    I am so sorry. I love you guys!

  • Arlene Smith

    I am so sorry for your loss. She will be missed by many. I loved her smile. May God give you comfort.

  • Elizabeth Jones and family

    I am so sorry to hear of her passing. We was neighbors back in 1970. We was good friends and I send prayers to the family.

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