George Merle Sowell

George Merle Sowell, 92, of Belton, MO died March 17, 2015. He was born December 25, 1922 to Herman and Mable Sowell in Mountain Home, AR. Merle was a veteran of WWII and served in the submarine service of the US Navy. After he was discharged, he married Pearlene Johnson of Cave City, AR in 1946 and they remained married for almost 57 years until her death in August of 2003. He was a long time member of South Haven Baptist church in Belton. Merle worked several jobs over time but spent many years at Wayne Paper Company where he was one of their top sales reps for many years.

Merle was a great sports enthusiast who enjoyed coaching and watching his sons numerous sports activities. He enjoyed writing, was an avid reader, card player and enjoyed visiting with friends. On a personal note, Merle was a true gentleman always willing to lend a hand if you were in need. He was a man of his word and will be missed greatly by his family and friends.

Survived by 3 sons, James Allen Sowell, Raytown MO, David Lynn Sowell, Ramstein Germany and Gary Steven Sowell, Lenexa KS; 5 grandchildren, Kristin Sowell, Brett Sowell, Kelly Sowell, Kari Sowell and Alexandra Hemmen and 12 great grand kids.

Visitation 9:30-11 am, funeral service 11:00 am on Saturday, March 21 at South Haven Baptist Church 16800 Bel Ray Blvd. in Belton. Burial in the Belton Cemetery. Condolences may be left at www.mcgilleygeorgebelton.com Arrangements: McGilley & George Funeral Home 611 Chestnut, Belton MO 64012 (816-322-2996)