Grace Kathleen Howe, 71, of Orrick, MO passed away at home.  

Kathy was born September 21, 1950 in Warsaw, MO to Willis Earl Barb and Evelyn Barb. Kathy served over 20 years as the director of the Salvation Army, changing many lives. Kathy also had a passion for wedding planning and grandchildren. She helped run Children's Sunday School at Prathersville Bible Church for many years.  

She was preceded in death by her parents; her brother, Dennis; and sisters, Caroline, Suzanne and Mary Roth.  

She is survived by her husband, Donald; brother, Gary, and sister-in-law, Mary Ann; son, Christopher; daughter, Amy Michelle Morgan and Justin; and several grandchildren and great grandchildren.  

Kathy will be dearly missed by all. 

Visitation will be held at Prathersville Bible Church from 1:30 - 2:30 p.m. on Friday, Sept. 2, 2022. A Celebration of Life will follow the visitation at Prathersville Bible Church.  

Services in the care of Hidden Valley Funeral Home of Excelsior Springs.