Jon L. Strong Sr., 89 of Kearney Mo, formerly of Plattsburg Mo died Thursday Sept.1, 2022 at a healthcare center in Lenexa Ks.  Born on September 30, 1932, in St Joseph Missouri to Leroy and Ruby M (Ellis) Strong.  Jon was a graduate of Benton High School where he was active in ROTC.   He was a proud veteran of the United States Army.  He was a member of the Broadway United Methodist Church, Plattsburg Chamber of Commerce, Lions Club and a Lifetime Member of the Masonic Lodge Plattsburg.  Jon was the owner of Jon's Thrif-Tee grocery store in Plattsburg for many years.

On June 1, 1957, he married the former Darlene  Defreece, she survives of the home.

He was preceded in death by his parents two sister and one brother.

Survivors include his wife Darlene of the home; their children Randy (Vicky) Strong of Maryville, MO; Sandy (Alan) Shine of Battlefield MO; Jon (Julia) Strong of Liberty; Greg (Susan) Strong of Plattsburg MO and Dee Ann (Ron) Talley of Spring Hill KS; 12 grandchildren and 19 great grandchildren and 3 great great grandchildren.

The family will gather with friends 1pm to 4pm on Tuesday Sept.6, 2022 at the funeral home. Mr.  Strong will be cremated following the visitation.   The family suggests memorial gifts to the Good Shepherd Hospice.  Arrangements Bailey & Cox Family Funeral Service, Plattsburg.  Online guestbook and obituary at www.baileycox.com