Laura Wakefield Bowen, 64, of Independence passed away on Mar 30th 2017, after a long battle with illness. A visitation will be held on Friday, April 7th from 5 to 7pm at Speaks Suburban Chapel, 18020 E. 39th St. Independence, MO 64055.
Laura was employed for over 30 years with Truman Medical Center as a medical record technician. Laura was also a member of the SCA (Society for Creative Anachronism) for many years taking part in singing groups, cooking guilds and the Renaissance Festival. She is preceded in death by her parents, Lloyd and Leila Bowen. She is survived by her sister, Julie Wallace, and her husband, Bill of Independence, and several cousins throughout the country. Laura will be remembered for her determined and creative spirit. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to KC Hospice House, Shawnee Gardens or the D.A.V.