Bio | James H. Tally, 73, of Laurie, MO, passed away December 21, 2014, in Florida, where he spent winters with his loving wife of 51 years and countless friends. Jim was born September 19, 1941, in Kansas City, MO, the son of Estella Popp Tally and Glenn D. Tally. He is survived by his wife Karen Kay Tally; four sons J. Brad Tally (Brenda), Brian Tally (Jennifer), Trevor Tally (Kerri), Trent Tally (Andrea); six grandchildren Claire Stinson (Steven), Elizabeth Tally, Noah Tally, Dylan Tally, Madelyn Tally, and Meredith Tally; mother-in-law Gladys Wilson; sister- in-law Kim Mullins (Jack). Jim was preceded in death by his parents, his infant daughter Gladys Estella, and his sister Tonie Derks. A memorial will be held at 1:00pm Saturday, February 7, 2015, at The United Methodist Church of the Resurrection, Wesley Chapel, 13720 Roe, Leawood, KS 66224. Contributions can be made in Jim's honor to Kansas City Christian School (athletics & leadership) 4801 W. 79th St. Prairie Village, KS 66208, or the youth development program of your choice.
Published in Kansas City Star on Feb. 1, 2015 |