Millie was Born on June 1, 1946 In Kansas City, MO to Oscar L & Claudine Palmer.
Millie was an executive secretary for Overland Solutions Inc for 17 years and then at Desco Coatings until retirement at age 67.
Millie loved traveling with her husband, daughter & many friends. She was a part of the Barry Manilow Fan Club & was a true Fanilow. She would travel to many of his fan club events and loved to sing and dance with the music. She also enjoyed time with her family & her beloved dogs Freckles, Penny & Blossom. She also loved Prince, Boo & Trouble who lived at the care facility.
Millie had been a member of Westminster Presbyterian Church in Independence, MO & Southminster Presbyterian Church in Prairie Village, KS. Over the years she was an active volunteer at the church. Millie was a Brownie & Girl Scout leader. Millie was also part of the Vol-Stars at JCCC in Overland Park for 11 years.
Millie is survived by her Daughter Tracey Caton, 2 nephews: Aaron & Kim Palmer, Jeremy & Jilliam Palmer , 1 Niece: Heather & Ian Smith along with many family members of the Wilson & Briand Families. Her Husband Wendell preceded her with his passing in 2022 after 37 years of marriage, Both Parents Oscar L. “Roy” Palmer, Claudine Palmer and her two brothers John L. Palmer & James H. Palmer all have preceded her in death.
Millie also had two beautiful ladies she thought of as Daughters: Cass Tucker & Gina Long. Millie also loved spending time with her best friend of the last 3 years Jennie Crowder.
A visitation will take place on Wednesday November 4th at 9am, followed by a service at 10am at McGilley & Frye Funeral Home 105 E Loula ST Olathe, KS . A Committal service will take place immediately following at Oak Lawn Memorial Gardens in Olathe, KS
Tracey would like to express many heartfelt thanks to all the Staff at Homestead Estates, Phoenix Hospice & all those involved with Millie’s care which made each day special. Thank you all for being there during this difficult time. With Much love and heartfelt appreciation to Cass Tucker, Justin & Gina Long for their love & support in many difficult times.
The Family invites you to join us for a meal at McGilley & Frye after the committal services.
Due to her love & concern for animals who have been abused & abandoned, Millie requests to please send memorials in lieu of flowers to:
Turpentine Creek Wild Life Refuge
239 Turpentine Creek Lane
Eureka Springs, AR 72683
Or
Best Friends Animal Sanctuary
755 Angel Canyon RD
Kanub, UT 84741
