Bessie Doris McKinney
June 1, 1928 - December 1, 2019
Bessie Doris McKinney (Chapman), 91 of Independence, Missouri died on Sunday, December 1, 2019 at the Bothwell Regional Heath Center in Sedalia, Missouri. Born Friday, June 1, 1928 in Independence, Missouri, she was the daughter of the late Alfred Chapman and the late Lillian Chapman (Lewis). Bessie married Bobby McKinney in August of 1949. Bobby preceded her in death on March 15, 2000. Bessie graduated from St. Mary's High School in Independence, attending St. Teresa Academy for college. She worked as a phone company switchboard worker until dedicating herself fully to raising her children. Bessie was a member of the Santa Fe Doll Club and the First Baptist Church. She enjoyed crafting, stamping, and making her own birthday cards. Surviving are one son, Wayne (Tomi) McKinney of Independence; one daughter, Gail (Steve) Mann of Edwards, MO; 5 grandchildren; 5 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents; two brothers, Stanley Chapman and Frank Chapman; and one sister Alice Chapman. A graveside service will be held at 1:00 PM on Thursday, December 5, 2019 at the Missouri Veterans Chapel with the Rev. Dr. Greg Fine officiating. Interment will be in the Missouri Veterans Cemetery in Higginsville, MO.
Bessie Doris McKinney (Chapman), 91 of Independence, Missouri died on Sunday, December 1, 2019 at the Bothwell Regional Heath Center in Sedalia, Missouri. Born Friday, June 1, 1928 in Independence, Missouri, she was the daughter of the late... View Obituary & Service Information