Kenneth Ralph Despain

Kenneth DeSpain, 97, of Kansas City, MO passed away December 9, 2018. A graveside service will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Friday, December 14, at Mt. Washington Cemetery. Kenneth was born September 16, 1921 in Argentina, KS to Art and Edith (Plumblee) DeSpain. He was a veteran of the U.S. Navy serving during WWII. He was preceded in death by his parents; first wife, Virginia Lee DeSpain; second wife, Shirley DeSpain; and son, Kenneth Michael DeSpain. He is survived by his daughter, Debra Chancellor; one grandchild, Christine Chancellor Porter; and two great grandchildren, Celia and Anaston Porter. (Arrangements: Carson-Speaks Chapel 816-252-7900)