Shirley G. Kanter
Shirley G. Kanter, 95, of Overland Park, passed away peacefully on Oct. 9, 2020, at Village Shalom. Private graveside services were held at Mount Carmel Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests contributions to a charity of one’s choice.
Shirley was born on Sept. 11, 1925, in Kansas City, Mo., as a surprise to the late Samuel and Anna Ida (Weitzman) Eagles. She grew up in the Kansas City area, graduating from Central High School where she was voted the prettiest, but if you asked her, she was the most popular.
With her husband, Joseph, she raised three sons. Joseph and Shirley had a beautiful, loving marriage and loved traveling around the world together. She was a former member of Congregation Beth Shalom and Congregation Kol Ami. Shirley and Joseph were proud supporters of numerous Jewish causes. She also spent time volunteering at Research Hospital and the Jewish Home for the Aged.
Shirley was preceded in death by her parents; husband Joseph; son Scott Kanter; and sisters, Gladys Kahn and Laura Rodis.
She is survived by her sons, Gary Kanter and Neal Kanter (Paula).
Online condolences for the family may be shared at www.louismemorialchapel.com.
Arrangements by The Louis Memorial Chapel, 816-361-5211
