John Edward Palmer, 61, of Belton, Missouri, joined his heavenly family on December 18, 2018. A visitation is scheduled for 2:00-4:00 pm Saturday, December 29 at McGilley & George Funeral Home, 611 Chestnut Street, Belton, Missouri.
Beloved son of Jerald Russell Palmer and Maria Fatima Fernandes Palmer, was born on May 5th, 1957 in Lajes Field, Azores, Portugal.
John was a man of nature and loved being outdoors, especially fishing and camping. He often said that he never felt so peaceful as he did at local lakes and campgrounds.
John is survived by his sister Lisa Hancock and her husband Leo, niece Heather Lofthouse, husband Tanner and grand-nephew Killian of Park City, UT; nephew Joseph Hancock, wife Leah and grand-nephew Wyatt of Kansas City, MO; and Melanie Hancock of St. George, UT.
Although he is passed on, he will live in our hearts forever. Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.mcgilleygeorgebelton.com for the Palmer family.