In Remembrance Of
Tommy McKown
Earl Thomas “Tommy” McKown, Jr.,85 of Smithville, MO passed away Tuesday, September 29, 2020.
He was born on January 3, 1935 to Earl Thomas McKown, Sr. and Olive Irene (Wohglemuth) McKown in Excelsior Springs, MO and grew up and attended school in Carrolton, MO where he met Mildred.
On July 29, 1953 he was united in marriage to Mildred Norine Ford. After their marriage they made their home in Smithville. Mildred passed away on November 3, 2011.
Tommy worked for Central Storage in Kansas City, retired from the Smithville School District and had held several other jobs. He was known for making coffee and visiting with friends at the local businesses in town and would call himself the “best boy in town”. Tommy never knew a stranger, young or old and was a jack of all trades. He loved being a dad and grandpa, and never got tired of welcoming the new babies.
He was preceded in death by his wife Mildred McKown; his parents Earl and Olive McKown and seven brothers and sisters.
Tommy is survived by his children, Tommy Dean McKown and wife Judy, Jerry McKown and wife Diane, Debbie Bell and husband Reid, Teresa Moritz and husband, Darrell, Robin Meek and husband Mark, Ronny McKown and wife Lisa, Johnny McKown and wife Shannon, Sean McKown, Shelly Hyatt, and Kim Walter and husband Doug; twenty five grandchildren; forty-five great-grandchildren; five great-great-granddaughter; two brothers and four sisters; several nieces, nephews, other relatives and many friends.
Visitation: 12:30-2:00 p.m. with Funeral Services at 2:00 p.m. Friday, October 2nd at Hixson-Klein Funeral Home, Smithville
Burial: Paradise Cemetery, Smithville, MO
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21 comments
Steve and Laura Adkins
Always enjoyed visiting with him at the grocery store. What a sweet man. Thoughts are with the family.
John Krueger
Rest in peace, Tommy.
Patty Head
Sorry for the loss os your dad. Prayers are with all of you. Patty Head and Mary Hoke
Bob Davidson
A family man.
Janice E Hopson
I’m sorry to hear about Tommy’s passing., Yes I remember him very well… Always pleasant didn’t meet a stranger… So so sorry,, losing all the good ones.
David & Janet Anderson
We have know Tommy for years. He was such a nice man. He worked with me years ago at Clowers Standard Station. David and I became engaged and Tommy was so happy for us. Everyone will miss him so much. Our prayers go out to all of his family.
Linda Jones
My thoughts and prayers are with the family.
Chrissi Michelle
Sending my deepest love, support, and prayers to the McKown family during this difficult time.
Jeanne Epperson
To all of you-we list a giant with his passing. I use to weary on him every night at the “Y” when they closed clower’s station for the night. Knew I could plan on a laugh or some oneriness. Loved that man with all I could. I will miss him so much at the store. Always brought happiness and humor. Prayers to all.
Desri Halphin
So sorry for your loss- your family is in my thoughts and prayers. ❤️
Shauna Martinez
I am so very sorry for your loss of an Awesome Man , Father & grandfather!! He had such a wonderful personality and everybody in our town of Smithville loved him! Please know that we thought he was such a wonderful and gentle man and we are sending our deepest condolences! Love Shauna and Tony Martinez
Paul Porter
I’m from Smithville, worked at Big V, and went to school with his kids. So sorry to hear.
Cindy Carter
I remember him well and am very sorry for the families loss. Super sweet man. May you find peace in your memories.
Jimmy Dale merriman
Sorry for your loss
Tiffany
Rest in sweet peace Uncle Tommy.
Staci Crabtree (McKown)
Sorry for your loss. Uncle Tommy was a very wonderful loving man. May God wrap his arms around you all.
Tere grady
Judy and Tommy, im so sorry for the pain and loss you are feeling. Always leaves a hole in our heart.
Taresia Foster
He was such a great man. So sorry for your loss.
Anita Burchit
So sorry loved Tommy. Prayers for comfort
Tamri Bayer
Sorry for your loss. He will be deeply missed.
-Jesse an Deborah Lee
Your lost is shared by many who knew your dear one well And this message brings you sympathy Too deep for words to tell. Prayers for the family of Tommy McKown Debbie Lee