David L. McCarty, 56, of Independence, MO passed away Tuesday, November 15, 2005 at his home. Services will be 11:00 a.m. Saturday, November 19th at Speaks Suburban Chapel. Visitation will be 1 hour prior to the service from 10-11:00 a.m. in the chapel. Burial in Blue Springs Cemetery. David was born October 23, 1949 in Kansas City to Cole and Leola (Andes) McCarty. Mr. McCarty retired from AT&T and most recently worked for DST Systems. He is survived by his wife of 34 years, Kathy (Stark) McCarty of the home, son and daughter-in-law John and Wendy McCarty, daughter Sarah Twa; 3 grandchildren; sister Kathy Cobb; a host of special relatives, cousins and friends.