Mary Lou Colston, 76, of Independence, MO, passed away Thursday, June 12, 2003 at the Carmel Hills Living Center. A Graveside Service will be held on Monday, June 16, 2003 at the Buckner Hill Cemetery, Buckner, MO. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the City Union Mission, Kansas City, MO. Mary Lou was born on January 8, 1927, in Kansas City, MO. Mary Lou is preceded in death by her husband of 49 years, Harvey Richard Sr. who she married October 4, 1947. Her survivors include a son Harvey Richard Jr.; two daughters, Jamie Lou Colston and Mary Ann Lee, all of which are of Independence, MO; eight grandchildren; and eight great grandchildren.