1928
Gerald
2016
Gerald Daugherty
February 9, 1928 — November 15, 2016
GERALD L. DAUGHERTY
Gerald L. (Jerry) Daugherty, Lees Summit, MO died on Tuesday, November 15, 2016. He was born on February 9, 1928 in Leeton, MO, the only child of Lawrence and Erna (Schwensen) Daugherty. A visitation will be held from 6:00-8:00pm on Thursday, November 17, 2016 at Speaks Suburban Chapel 18020 E. 39th St, Independence, MO, 64055. Private burial.
Jerry graduated from Holden High School, attended Harvard Graduate School of Business in Boston, MA. Jerry’s parents operated a dairy farm in Central, MO and he learned in his early youth the value and reward of hard work as he assisted his father in the dairy business. During The Depression years, Jerry and his family migrated seasonally to California for work in logging camps. His earliest employment was Field Manager for Pure Milk Productions of Greater Kansas City. Later he worked as Plant Manager for Faultless Starch Company of Kansas City, eventually being promoted to Vice President of Acquisitions and New Business Development. He is credited for the acquisition of Bon Ami from Beyer Fabrickiverken of Leverkusen, Germany. His work with Faultless Starch Company required traveling to several countries and many parts of the United States. After retiring from Faultless Starch, he worked with Andes and Roberts Construction Company. Jerry was very active in religious, civic, and charitable organizations. He was ordained Elder in the Community of Christ Church, having served as a youth minister, Pastor, and Counselor to three stake presidents. Some of his fund raising activities were General of the Central Industrial District Red Feather Campaign in Kansas City and Independence Symphony Orchestra. He served as Chairman of the Board for radio station KXTR and President of Central Plaza Development in Independence, which built Heritage House (senior housing), and Chairman of the Board for Music Arts Institute.
Jerry was married to Millicent (Drummond) Daugherty for 61 years. They had two children Jerilynn Dunn and Bruce Evan Daugherty. He was preceded in death by Millicent and daughter Jerilynn.
Surviving him are wife Marilyn (Schaefer) Daugherty, who was blessed to have shared four and a half years of his life; son Bruce and wife Jill; two granddaughters Diana Bryant (Joseph), Rebecca Dowell (Alexai); and three great-grandchildren, several cousins, and many friends.
Jerry represented the finest of America, striking good looks, a soft personality, wit and charm. We will cherish his memory and hold him in our hearts forever.
The family requests donations be made to Outreach International. Online condolences may be expressed at www.speakschapel.com (Arrangements: Speaks Suburban Chapel 816-373-3600)
Gerald L. (Jerry) Daugherty, Lees Summit, MO died on Tuesday, November 15, 2016. He was born on February 9, 1928 in Leeton, MO, the only child of Lawrence and Erna (Schwensen) Daugherty. A visitation will be held from 6:00-8:00pm on Thursday, November 17, 2016 at Speaks Suburban Chapel 18020 E. 39th St, Independence, MO, 64055. Private burial.
Jerry graduated from Holden High School, attended Harvard Graduate School of Business in Boston, MA. Jerry’s parents operated a dairy farm in Central, MO and he learned in his early youth the value and reward of hard work as he assisted his father in the dairy business. During The Depression years, Jerry and his family migrated seasonally to California for work in logging camps. His earliest employment was Field Manager for Pure Milk Productions of Greater Kansas City. Later he worked as Plant Manager for Faultless Starch Company of Kansas City, eventually being promoted to Vice President of Acquisitions and New Business Development. He is credited for the acquisition of Bon Ami from Beyer Fabrickiverken of Leverkusen, Germany. His work with Faultless Starch Company required traveling to several countries and many parts of the United States. After retiring from Faultless Starch, he worked with Andes and Roberts Construction Company. Jerry was very active in religious, civic, and charitable organizations. He was ordained Elder in the Community of Christ Church, having served as a youth minister, Pastor, and Counselor to three stake presidents. Some of his fund raising activities were General of the Central Industrial District Red Feather Campaign in Kansas City and Independence Symphony Orchestra. He served as Chairman of the Board for radio station KXTR and President of Central Plaza Development in Independence, which built Heritage House (senior housing), and Chairman of the Board for Music Arts Institute.
Jerry was married to Millicent (Drummond) Daugherty for 61 years. They had two children Jerilynn Dunn and Bruce Evan Daugherty. He was preceded in death by Millicent and daughter Jerilynn.
Surviving him are wife Marilyn (Schaefer) Daugherty, who was blessed to have shared four and a half years of his life; son Bruce and wife Jill; two granddaughters Diana Bryant (Joseph), Rebecca Dowell (Alexai); and three great-grandchildren, several cousins, and many friends.
Jerry represented the finest of America, striking good looks, a soft personality, wit and charm. We will cherish his memory and hold him in our hearts forever.
The family requests donations be made to Outreach International. Online condolences may be expressed at www.speakschapel.com (Arrangements: Speaks Suburban Chapel 816-373-3600)
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