Edward John "Ed" Briley's obituary , Passed away on August 21, 2026 in Independence, Missouri

Edward John "Ed" Briley

January 14, 1944 - August 21, 2026 (82 years old)

Independence, Missouri

Edward John "Ed" Briley's obituary , Passed away on August 21, 2026 in Independence, Missouri

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Edward John "Ed" Briley

January 14, 1944 - August 21, 2026 (82 years old)

Independence, Missouri

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Edward John Briley Obituary

The family of Edward John Briley (Independence, Missouri) announces his passing on August 21, 2026. Edward, born on January 14, 1944 in Saint Louis, Missouri, is remembered by family, friends, and others who shared time and connection. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family. You may also light a candle in honor of Edward John Briley or send a beautiful flower arrangement to the funeral service.

Family, friends, and acquaintances remember Edward for his warmth, thoughtfulness, and the moments shared together. While he will be deeply missed, the influence he had on the lives around him remains. Loved ones will reflect on the time spent together. Edward’s memory will live on in the hearts of friends and family, a lasting reminder of the connections and experiences he brought to the world.

He was loved and cherished by many people including: his parents, Edward M. Briley and Ruth Briley; his wife Carolyn Sue Kopp; his children, Tracey Lynn Briley McQuinn of Blue Springs and Mark Edward Briley (Laura Briley) of Grain Valley, Missouri.; and his grandchildren, Meri Kindred of Chicago, Illinois, Tim Benedict of Grain Valley, Missouri and Jacob Edward Briley of Grain Valley, Missouri..

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