Wanda Louise Cully

Wanda Louise Cully, of Odessa, MO went to her eternal home. She was 88 years old. A visitation will be held from 9-10am on Tuesday, April 5th with a service following at 10am, both at Speaks Suburban Chapel; 18020 E 39th St; Independence, MO 64055. A graveside service will be held at 1:00pm that afternoon at Missouri State Veteran’s Cemetery in Higginsville.

Wanda Louise Garland was born on November 6, 1933, in Virgil City, MO to Charles and Catherine Garland. Wanda was the youngest of ten siblings. When Wanda was 12 years old, after her father’s passing, she and her mother moved to Eldorado Springs, MO, where a short 4 years later she would meet the love of her life, Weldon Cully. They were married on April 23rd, 1950, and together they had four children: Carolyn (Norman) Telgemeier of Odessa, MO, Howard (Judy) Cully of Independence, MO, Ronald (Janet) Cully of Lee’s Summit, MO, and Marilyn (Victor) Nixdorf of Odessa, MO.

Wanda stayed home and raised her kids until the youngest was in school and then became the school cafeteria supervisor for 13 years. She enjoyed spending time with her family, grandkids, and great-grandchildren, watching the Royals, playing cards, pencil coloring, and enjoying a meal from Chik-fil-a, were just a few of her favorite things to do.

Wanda was preceded in death by her husband, Weldon, her parents, and nine brothers and sisters. She is survived by her children and their spouses; 10 grandchildren; 13½ great-grandchildren; several nieces and nephews.

Contributions may be made in Wanda’s honor to Community Bible Church, Odessa, MO.

Online condolences may be expressed at www.speakschapel.com (Arrangements: Speaks Suburban Chapel 816-373-3600)