Mildred Braley, 85, of Independence, MO passed away August 26, 2010 at the Rehabilitation Center of Independence. A memorial visitation will take place from 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. on Sunday, August 29, at the Carson-Speaks Chapel, 1501 W. Lexington, Independence, MO. Mildred was born July 10, 1925 in Oelwein, Iowa to Thomas and Fern Boleyn. She was preceded in death by her parents; her loving husband, Emmette Braley, Sr.; one daughter, Suzanna White; one sister, Lillian; and one brother, Dwayne. She is survived by her two sons, Emmette Braley, Jr. and Jeffrey Braley; one daughter, Beverly Beard; 12 grandchildren; 29 great grandchildren; and 2 great-great grandchildren.