John L. Pierce, 60, passed away at his home on March 28, 2016 surrounded by his family. A graveside service will be held on Friday, April 1st at 2:00 pm at the Floral Hills Memorial Gardens. A Celebration of Life will be held following the graveside service at 7011 Pflumm Rd., Shawnee, KS 66216 at 4:30 pm. John was born December 16, 1955 in Raytown, MO. John and Lyn were married April 19, 1980. He was an avid lover of fishing, photography and boating. John’s greatest joy was his grandchildren and family. John never lost an opportunity to make everyone laugh. He is survived by his wife Laurelyn Pierce, son Johnny Novak, son Justin Novak, daughter Jenny Shehane, granddaughter Jordan Novak, granddaughter Allison Novak, grandson Jackson Shehane, sister Debbie Rohaus, nieces Karen Williams and Jean Myers and Aunt Barbara Cunningham. In lieu of flowers, contributions would be appreciated to the Kansas City Hospice House. Fond memories and condolences for the family may be left at www.floralhillsfuneralhome.com.
Arr. Newcomer’s Floral Hills Funeral Home, 7000 Blue Ridge Blvd., KCMO, (816) 353-1218.