Vernie Louvena "Sis" Ashmore

Vernie (Sis) Louvena Ashmore, 71, of Independence, MO, passed away on Friday, September 6, 2019. The visitation will be held from 6-8pm on Wednesday, September 11, 2019 at Carson-Speaks Chapel, 1501 W Lexington, Independence, MO 64052. Service will be held Thursday, September 12, 2019 at 10AM at Carson-Speaks Chapel with burial at Mt. Washington Cemetery. Vernie was born on May 31, 1948 to Sherman and Myrtie (Maddox) Sweat in Elizabeth, LA. Vernie was a wonderful mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. She had many accomplishments in her lifetime to include celebrating her 20th birthday in sobriety. She was a lifetime member of the American Legion. She enjoyed many things in life, motorcycles, fishing, and reading. She had a strong faith in God and loved spending time with her family. Vernie is survived by her children, Milton (Rieta) Maricle and Naomi (Howard) Kimble; her sister, Loretta Ramirez, and brother, Sherman Sweat; 9 grandchildren; and 13 great-grandchildren. She is preceded in death by both parents; her brother, Dwight Sweat. Online condolences may be expressed to the family at www.speakschapel.com (Arrangements: Carson-Speaks Chapel (816) 252-7900)