Mary Margaret Ford's obituary , Passed away on March 31, 2026 in Independence, Missouri

Mary Margaret Ford

March 15, 1932 - March 31, 2026 (94 years old)

Independence, Missouri

Mary Margaret Ford's obituary , Passed away on March 31, 2026 in Independence, Missouri

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Mary Margaret Ford

March 15, 1932 - March 31, 2026 (94 years old)

Independence, Missouri

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Mary Margaret Ford Obituary

In loving memory of Mary Margaret Ford (Independence, Missouri), born in Sedalia, Missouri, who departed this world on March 31, 2026 at the age of 94. Mary Margaret leaves behind a legacy remembered by family and friends. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Mary Margaret Ford to pay them a last tribute.

She was predeceased by: her parents, Allen Cowherd and Farrie Cowherd; and her siblings, William Cowherd (Bill), Harold Cowherd (Pidy), Jacque Cowherd (Pauline) and Marjorie Cowherd.

She is survived by: her sister Dorothy Berry (late John) of Independence; her children, Murray Ford, Richard Ford (Lisa) and Barb Sheehan (Brendan); and her grandchildren, Dana Pfister (Gary), Adam Ford (Debbie), Alex Ford (Mel), Kyle Ultican (Lucy), Daniel Sheehan, Katelyn Ford, Madison Ultican, Joseph Ford, Francis Sheehan and Philip Sheehan. She is also survived by seven great-grandchildren, one great-great-granddaughter, and many well-loved nieces, nephews, and great-nieces and nephews.

In lieu of flowers, donations should be made to either the City Union Mission or Wayside Waifs (two of her favorite causes) in Mary's honor.

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