Donald L. Ausmus, 66, longtime Independence, MO resident, passed away on Thursday, June 21, 2007, at his home. Don was born May 30, 1941, in Macon County, MO, he was the only child of the late Derril Ausmus and Fern (Collins) Ausmus. He attended school in LaPlata, MO, and graduated in 1959. In July of 1965, married Georgia L. Durham of Independence, MO. They were blessed with two daughters, Pamela and Diana. Don worked as a mechanic for Midway Ford Truck Center before becoming paralyzed in a motorcycle accident in 1975. After his accident, he truly became an inspiration to everyone who knew him. He never viewed himself as disabled and continued to do everything and more than anyone who could walk. In 1981, he received the “Inventor of the Year” award, and appeared on the television show “That’s Incredible” for his invention of the “Moto-Stand.” He truly was an amazing man with an incredible mind. He had the ability to build and fix anything that was brought before him. He enjoyed playing softball with his daughters and most recently, watching his grandchildren play softball. He also enjoyed hunting ,riding snowmobiles, going Jeeping, and spending time with his friends and family. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife Georgia. Donald is survived by his daughters, Pamela J. Clinefelter and husband Scott, Diana D. Lohman and husband Scott, Ruth Ann Bailey and husband Rick; five grandchildren, Austin & Taylor Clinefelter, Tyler & Kaitlyn Lohman, and John Kutrip; and many wonderful friends and family.
“God saw My Dad”
God saw he was getting
tired, a cure was not to be.
He put His arms around him, and
whispered, “Come with Me.”
Through tear-filled eyes we watched
him suffer and saw him fade away.
Although we loved him dearly,
we could not make him stay.
Golden heart stopped beating,
hard working hands laid to rest.
God broke our hearts to prove to us,
that He only takes the best.
Visitation will be from 6 to 8 pm, Tuesday, June 26, at Speaks Suburban Chapel, Burial will be 2:00 p.m. at the LaPlata Cemetery on Thursday, June 28. Online condolences may be left at www.speakschapel.com (Arrangements: Speaks Suburban Chapel).
“God saw My Dad”
God saw he was getting
tired, a cure was not to be.
He put His arms around him, and
whispered, “Come with Me.”
Through tear-filled eyes we watched
him suffer and saw him fade away.
Although we loved him dearly,
we could not make him stay.
Golden heart stopped beating,
hard working hands laid to rest.
God broke our hearts to prove to us,
that He only takes the best.
Visitation will be from 6 to 8 pm, Tuesday, June 26, at Speaks Suburban Chapel, Burial will be 2:00 p.m. at the LaPlata Cemetery on Thursday, June 28. Online condolences may be left at www.speakschapel.com (Arrangements: Speaks Suburban Chapel).
Donald L. Ausmus, 66, longtime Independence, MO resident, passed away on Thursday, June 21, 2007, at his home. Don was born May 30, 1941, in Macon County, MO, he was the only child of the late Derril Ausmus and Fern (Collins) Ausmus. He attended school in LaPlata, MO, and graduated in 1959. In July of 1965, married Georgia L. Durham of Independence, MO. They were blessed with two daughters, Pamela and Diana. Don worked as a mechanic for Midway Ford Truck Center before becoming paralyzed in a motorcycle accident in 1975. After his accident, he truly became an inspiration to everyone who knew him. He never viewed himself as disabled and continued to do everything and more than anyone who could walk. In 1981, he received the “Inventor of the Year” award, and appeared on the television show “That’s Incredible” for his invention of the “Moto-Stand.” He truly was an amazing man with an incredible mind. He had the ability to build and fix anything that was brought before him. He enjoyed playing softball with his daughters and most recently, watching his grandchildren play softball. He also enjoyed hunting ,riding snowmobiles, going Jeeping, and spending time with his friends and family. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife Georgia. Donald is survived by his daughters, Pamela J. Clinefelter and husband Scott, Diana D. Lohman and husband Scott, Ruth Ann Bailey and husband Rick; five grandchildren, Austin & Taylor Clinefelter, Tyler & Kaitlyn Lohman, and John Kutrip; and many wonderful friends and family.
“God saw My Dad”
God saw he was getting
tired, a cure was not to be.
He put His arms around him, and
whispered, “Come with Me.”
Through tear-filled eyes we watched
him suffer and saw him fade away.
Although we loved him dearly,
we could not make him stay.
Golden heart stopped beating,
hard working hands laid to rest.
God broke our hearts to prove to us,
that He only takes the best.
Visitation will be from 6 to 8 pm, Tuesday, June 26, at Speaks Suburban Chapel, Burial will be 2:00 p.m. at the LaPlata Cemetery on Thursday, June 28. Online condolences may be left at www.speakschapel.com (Arrangements: Speaks Suburban Chapel).
“God saw My Dad”
God saw he was getting
tired, a cure was not to be.
He put His arms around him, and
whispered, “Come with Me.”
Through tear-filled eyes we watched
him suffer and saw him fade away.
Although we loved him dearly,
we could not make him stay.
Golden heart stopped beating,
hard working hands laid to rest.
God broke our hearts to prove to us,
that He only takes the best.
Visitation will be from 6 to 8 pm, Tuesday, June 26, at Speaks Suburban Chapel, Burial will be 2:00 p.m. at the LaPlata Cemetery on Thursday, June 28. Online condolences may be left at www.speakschapel.com (Arrangements: Speaks Suburban Chapel).
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