1926
Clara
2020
Clara Olga Halfhill-Vanbiber (Yahnig)
February 6, 1926 — August 6, 2020
Clara Olga Yahnig Halfhill VanBiber went to be with her Lord Jesus Christ on August 6th, 2020 at 94 ½ years young.
She was born February 6th 1926 at Wilburton, Oklahoma to Henry and Florence Yahnig.
She was preceded in death by her two parents, two beloved husbands, Tranville H. Halfhill in 1978, and James T. VanBiber Sr. in 2000, a precious grandson Justin J. Langston in 1997, and beautiful daughter Tyra M. Cundiff in 2013.
A private graveside funeral service will be held at Oak Grove Cemetery at a later date. The service will be recorded and webcast to Clara’s page at www.speakschapel.com
In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Lunch Partners operated by the Remnant Church at 700 West Lexington Street in Independence MO 64050.
Clara is survived by her son Dennis Halfhill and wife Karen, a daughter Pamela Clara Dull and husband William, four grandchildren, Thomas Cundiff, Patrick Halfhill and wife Kim, Jamie Martin and husband Jeremy, and Jacob Halfhill and wife Cristina, five great-grandchildren Presley Martin, Madysen Martin, Kaylee Halfhill, Arianna Halfhill and Paul Halfhill; one sister Dorothy Brockman and one brother David Yahnig and wife Mary; and many nephews, nieces, and friends.
Clara was deeply devoted to her Lord and Master Jesus Christ and exhibited her faith and unconditional love for everyone she met by her daily actions.
In addition to her love as a wife and mother, she served as Cub Scout leader, Skylark and Oriole leader, Sunday school director, Women’s leader, Youth leader, and school PTAs.
Clara managed a nursing home for 29 men and women in Liberty, Missouri.
She loved her work of 25 years as Supervisor in Operation and Recovery Rooms and Sterile Processing.
After retiring, Clara worked 30 years as a volunteer manager/cook at Lunch Partners ministries where many meals for the homeless and homebound were prepared. She also volunteered for the Kansas City health department administering vaccinations.
She leaves a legacy of resilience and enduring faith and will be greatly missed by many.
She leaves selected words of comfort from the Bible as follows.
"I have no greater joy than to hear that my children walk in truth." 3rd John 1-4.
"In my Father’s house are many mansions… I go to prepare a place for you. Let not your hearts be troubled, neither let it be afraid." John 14:2
"Jesus said unto her, I am the resurrection and life. Whosoever liveth and believes in me shall never die." John 11:25-26
"As it is written, eye hath not seen, nor ear heard, neither have entered into the heart of man, the things which God hath prepared for them that love him." 1st Corinthians 2:9
“She is far more precious than jewels; her value is far above rubies or pearls.... Her children rise up and call her blessed; and her husband praises her... A woman who reverently fears the Lord shall be praised. Give her the fruit of her hands and let her own works praise her in the gates.” Proverbs 31:10-31
Online condolences may be left for the family at www.speakschapel.com (Arrangements: Speaks Suburban Chapel 816-373-3600)
She was born February 6th 1926 at Wilburton, Oklahoma to Henry and Florence Yahnig.
She was preceded in death by her two parents, two beloved husbands, Tranville H. Halfhill in 1978, and James T. VanBiber Sr. in 2000, a precious grandson Justin J. Langston in 1997, and beautiful daughter Tyra M. Cundiff in 2013.
A private graveside funeral service will be held at Oak Grove Cemetery at a later date. The service will be recorded and webcast to Clara’s page at www.speakschapel.com
In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Lunch Partners operated by the Remnant Church at 700 West Lexington Street in Independence MO 64050.
Clara is survived by her son Dennis Halfhill and wife Karen, a daughter Pamela Clara Dull and husband William, four grandchildren, Thomas Cundiff, Patrick Halfhill and wife Kim, Jamie Martin and husband Jeremy, and Jacob Halfhill and wife Cristina, five great-grandchildren Presley Martin, Madysen Martin, Kaylee Halfhill, Arianna Halfhill and Paul Halfhill; one sister Dorothy Brockman and one brother David Yahnig and wife Mary; and many nephews, nieces, and friends.
Clara was deeply devoted to her Lord and Master Jesus Christ and exhibited her faith and unconditional love for everyone she met by her daily actions.
In addition to her love as a wife and mother, she served as Cub Scout leader, Skylark and Oriole leader, Sunday school director, Women’s leader, Youth leader, and school PTAs.
Clara managed a nursing home for 29 men and women in Liberty, Missouri.
She loved her work of 25 years as Supervisor in Operation and Recovery Rooms and Sterile Processing.
After retiring, Clara worked 30 years as a volunteer manager/cook at Lunch Partners ministries where many meals for the homeless and homebound were prepared. She also volunteered for the Kansas City health department administering vaccinations.
She leaves a legacy of resilience and enduring faith and will be greatly missed by many.
She leaves selected words of comfort from the Bible as follows.
"I have no greater joy than to hear that my children walk in truth." 3rd John 1-4.
"In my Father’s house are many mansions… I go to prepare a place for you. Let not your hearts be troubled, neither let it be afraid." John 14:2
"Jesus said unto her, I am the resurrection and life. Whosoever liveth and believes in me shall never die." John 11:25-26
"As it is written, eye hath not seen, nor ear heard, neither have entered into the heart of man, the things which God hath prepared for them that love him." 1st Corinthians 2:9
“She is far more precious than jewels; her value is far above rubies or pearls.... Her children rise up and call her blessed; and her husband praises her... A woman who reverently fears the Lord shall be praised. Give her the fruit of her hands and let her own works praise her in the gates.” Proverbs 31:10-31
Online condolences may be left for the family at www.speakschapel.com (Arrangements: Speaks Suburban Chapel 816-373-3600)
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