Gerald Allen Dearing, 68, of Clermont, Florida, passed away November 25, 2011. Private graveside services will be held at Mt. Moriah Cemetery South, 10507 Holmes Road, Kansas City, Missouri. Mr. Dearing was born July 29, 1943 in Kansas City, Missouri, son of Gerald Alpheus and Jeannette Chapman (Allen) Dearing. He was an author. He is survived by extended family and friends. Condolences may be offered at www.mtmoriah-freeman.com. Arrangements under the direction of Mount Moriah & Freeman Funeral Home, Kansas City, MO.