Lelah Umphreys Obituary
The passing of Lelah Umphreys (Buckner, Missouri), born in Louisburg, Missouri leaves a void in the hearts of many, as we bid farewell to a loving soul who departed on October 19, 2025 at the age of 95. Family and friends can send flowers and/or light a candle as a loving gesture for their loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Lelah Umphreys to show support.
In the echoes of fond remembrance, may a sense of peace be found, knowing that the memories held dear will continue to shape and inspire her loved ones, keeping Lelah's spirit alive in the hearts and actions of family and friends alike. While her presence may be gone, her impact lives on in the kindness shown to others and the joy found in the ordinary moments of life.
She was predeceased by: her husband Donn B. Umphreys Sr.; her son Donn B. Umphreys Jr.; her parents, Jesse L. Miller and Hattie M. Miller; and her sisters, MyrtleAnn Jones and Doris Williams.
She is survived by: her daughters, Gale L. Norris (Curtis) and Deloris S. Carter (Ed); and her brother Fred Miller. She is also survived by 18 grandchildren, 29 great grandchildren, 5 great great grandchildren.
Visitation will be held on Thursday, October 23rd 2025 from 1:00 PM to 2:30 PM at the Speaks Buckner Chapel (300 Adams St, Buckner, MO 64016). A graveside service will be held on Thursday, October 23rd 2025 from 2:45 PM to 3:15 PM at the Buckner Hill Cemetery (1450 S Buckner Tarsney Rd, Buckner, MO 64016).
