Rodney “Rod” Schaal, 83, of Blue Springs, MO passed away at Centerpoint Medical Center in Independence, MO. There will be a service followed by fellowship at 3:00 p.m. on Sunday, October 7, 2012 at Longview Mansion; 1200 S.W. Longview Park Dr., Lee’s Summit, MO 64081. Rod is survived by his loving wife of 55 years, Velda Schaal; sons; David Schaal (Michelle), Robert Schaal (Angie), and Steve Schaal (Karla); nine grandchildren; and numerous nieces, nephews, and friends.