Patricia "Petra" Calderon

Patricia “Petra” Calderon, 85, of Independence, MO, passed away Monday, September 19, 2016. A rosary will be held from 6:00 to 6:30 p.m. followed by a visitation from 6:30 to 8:00 p.m. on Thursday, September 22, 2016 at Carson-Speaks Chapel 1501 W. Lexington Ave, Independence, MO, 64052. A funeral Mass will be held at 12:00 p.m. on Friday, September 23, 2016 at St. Mary’s Catholic Church 600 N. Liberty St, Independence, MO, 64050. Petra was born on February 22, 1931 in Cement City, MO to Juan and Manuela Calderon. She worked as a fork lift operator and retired from Lipton Tea. After retirement she volunteered at several local hospitals. In her free time she enjoyed reading, word searches, crocheting and watching the Kansas City Chiefs. Most of all she loved time with her nieces and nephews. Petra will be remembered by her son Michael Calderon of Olympia, WA; sister Lucy Villagran of Sugar Creek, MO; brother John Calderon and wife Lupe of Independence, MO; sister Lydia Powell and husband Tom of Independence, MO; and several nieces and nephews. The family suggests memorial contributions be made to St. Mary’s Catholic Church. Online condolences may be expressed at www.speakschapel.com (Arrangements: Carson-Speaks Chapel 816-252-7900)