LaVon Posey

Friday, June 11, 2021

LaVon Posey (nee Turnbull), 91 of Nevada, Mo., completed her life’s journey and went to the Lord on Wednesday, June 9, 2021. Lavon was born Sept. 16, 1929, in Monroe City, Mo., to Allyn Gardner and Ula Dilola (Jones) Turnbull.

LaVon was the loving and dedicated mother of five still-married children, Daphne (Ron) Barks, Tom (Debbie) Posey, Buff (Ray) Salassa, Kelley (Georgia) Posey, and Chris (Teri) Posey; 10 grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; and countless nieces and nephews.

LaVon was a registered nurse for nearly 45 years until she retired to Nevada, Mo. She loved her family, many great friends and neighbors, and her beloved cat, Mr. Pook. LaVon will be cherished in our hearts forever.

Memorial service will follow at a later date.

Contributions may be made to Heartland Hospice Memorial Fund or the Nevada Animal Shelter in care of Ferry Funeral Home, Nevada, Mo.

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