Carla Jeffries

Carla Louise Jeffries, 43 of Sibley, MO passed away, Sunday morning at her residence. Services will be 10:00 a.m., Thursday, August 22, 2013 at the Speaks Suburban Chapel, 18020 E. 39th St., Independence, MO 64055. Burial will follow in Six Mile Cemetery. The family will greet friends from 6 to 8:00 p.m., Wednesday evening at the chapel. Carla was born in Independence, MO on April 7, 1970. She graduated from Fort Osage High School in 1988 and received her associate’s degree from Longview Community College. Carla worked at the Osage Honey Farm during her high school years. She began working for Mutual Benefit Life in 1988, but took a brief break to work at Redfearn Law Firm, before returning to Mutual Benefit Life. The company grew and changed names to Fortis Benefits and now Assurant Employee Benefits, where she was still employed. She cherished the many friendships she developed over the years with everyone she worked with. Carla married her high school love, Troy Jeffries, on April 13, 1991. They made their home in Sibley, MO raising their two beautiful daughters, Samantha Louise and Shannon Elizabeth. Carla enjoyed time with her family and friends. She was a supportive wife, fantastic mother and loyal friend. Carla enjoyed reading, cross-stitch, watching the Royals and, most of all, the countless hours dedicated to her girls cheerleading. Carla was preceded in death by her maternal and paternal grandparents. Carla is survived by husband Troy Jeffries, daughters Samantha and Shannon, all of the home; her friend by chance and mother by choice, Betty Endecott of Lee’s Summit, MO; mother-in-law and father-in-law Pat and Pete Jeffries of Sibley, MO; three brother-in-laws, Steven of KCMO, David (Christine) of Sibley, MO, and Travis (Jonna) of Sibley, MO; five nephews, three nieces, and four great nieces and nephews; as well as her loyal dogs, Jack and Taz; and a wealth of extended family and lifelong friends. She will be missed by all. A fund has been set up at Adams Dairy Bank in Blue Springs to assist with Samantha’s and Shannon’s education and activity expenses. Donations can be sent to Adams Dairy Bank, 651 NE Coronado Dr., Blue Springs, MO 64014, payable to: “The Samantha and Shannon Jeffries Fund.” A special thank you to Mark Bohen, Joe Sevcik and John Roberts for establishing this fund. Crossroads Hospice has been an incredible source of support and comfort to Carla, her family and her friends. Toni has been phenomenal. Her compassion, honesty and support have been comforting and valued. Online condolences may be expressed at www.speakschapel.com Arrangements: Speaks Suburban Chapel 816.376.3600)