Thelma M. Carlisle

Thelma Maxine "Gibby� Carlisle, 91, of Independence, Missouri passed away Sunday. February 1, 2004 at the Independence Regional Health Center. Memorial Services will be 10:00 a.m., Tuesdat. February 3, 2004 at Mount Washington United Methodist Church, 580 Arlington Street, Independence, Missouri. Private inurnment will be held in Mount Washington Forever Cemetery. Contributions in her memory can be made to Mount Washington United Methodist Church. Mrs. Carlisle was born on October 18, 1912 to D. A. and Gertrude Gibbs in Hico, Texas. Though she grew up traveling beside the Missouri River, she lived most of her life in the Independence area. As a teacher at Bryant Elementary School, she shaped the minds of many; and, as a volunteer of 20 years at Independence Regional Hospital, she gave comfort to those in need. She was the perfect companion for her husband, a loving mother, and a grandmother who always had a hug ready for her grandsons. Always the teacher, always a friend, she touched the lives of everyone lucky enough to know her. Her soul was beautiful, and as deep as the Missouri. With a smile that could stretch from shore to shore, her laughter and love will forever echo in our hearts. Mrs. Carlisle is survived by her husband of 64 years, Alfred C. Carlisle of Independence; two sons and their wives, Dr. Lynn D. and Kirsten Carlisle of Fort Collins, Colorado and Richard G. and Candace Carlisle of Lee�s Summit, Missouri; a sister Edna Burl Beissenherz of Lexington, Missouri, two grandsons, Jim and Jack Carlisle; and by many nieces, nephews and friends.