Kathleen Dowden, 71, of Independence, MO passed away November 7, 2019. A visitation will be held from 9-10:00 a.m. followed by a 10:00 a.m. service on Friday, November 15, at the Speaks Suburban Chapel, 18020 E. 39th St., Independence, MO. Burial will be at 12:00 p.m. on Friday at Missouri State Veterans Cemetery, Higginsville, MO. Kathleen was born November 21, 1946 in Kansas City, MO to Floyd and Carrie Maxine (Virden) Drake, both who preceded her in death. Kathleen is survived by her husband, Larkin Dowden; two daughters, Shelly Ramsey (Tom), Jamie Ronan (Matt); son, Ryan Harvey (Tawna); grandchildren, Drake Ronan, Anna Ronan, Cassidy Ramsey, Kelsey Harvey and Gavin Harvey; one brother, Tom Drake; two sisters, Jennifer Madel (Bernie) and Debbie Drake. Online condolences may be expressed at www.speakschapel.com (Arrangements: Speaks Suburban Chapel 816-373-3600)