Henry Nicholas Kilian Obituary
It is with sadness that the passing of Henry Nicholas Kilian of Independence, Missouri is shared. Henry, born on November 17, 1952, passed away on October 14, 2026. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Henry Nicholas Kilian to pay them a last tribute.
Henry will be remembered for the time spent with loved ones and the moments that brought joy to those around him. Friends and family will honor Henry by reflecting on shared memories and the positive influence he had in their lives. Though Henry is no longer present, the bonds he created and the experiences shared will endure. Henry’s memory will continue to be a source of comfort for all who knew him.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Henry A. Kilian and Sarah Ellen Pauline Lusk (Pauline Holman); and his sisters, Sherry Newton and Mary Alice Shannon. He is survived by: his sisters, Carol Jean Broadbent of Independence and Cathy Garcia (Damian) of Overland Park. He is also survived by several nieces and nephews.
A graveside service will be held on Tuesday, October 20th 2026 at 1:00 PM at the Mt. Olive Cemetery (5887 Liv 528, Chillicothe, MO 64601).
Memorial contributions may be made to the National Wildlife Association in honor of Henry's love for nature and wildlife, and may be left at or mailed to Lindley Funeral Home.
