DONALD GENE MCNIEL

Donald Gene McNiel, age 81, of Raymore, Missouri, passed away on Thursday, May 4, 2023.

A graveside service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Tuesday, May 9, 2023 at Peculiar Cemetery, 13007 E. Cemetery Rd., Peculiar, Missouri 64078.

Donald was born Salinas, California on March 22, 1942 to Wilford D. McNiel and Margie (Pouncy) McNiel. After graduating from high school, Donald continued his education. He honorably served his country in the United States Coast Guard from 1961 to 1965. He was joined in marriage with his wife, Billie (Burris) in 1961. In life, Donald was a man with strong Christian faith and was a member along with Billie at Church of Christ in Warsaw, Missouri. In previous years, he was a dedicated beekeeper. Donald loved fishing, golfing, and gardening.

Donald was preceded in death by his parents, Wilford and Margie McNiel; and three brothers, Dean, Danny, and Darrel McNiel.

Here to cherish his memory are his loving wife of sixty-two years, Billie McNiel; two sons, Donald McNiel II and Craig McNiel (Michelle); brother, Dennis McNiel (Susan); three grandchildren, Taylor McNiel (Desirae), Amber McNiel, and Courtney Hayslette (Kevin); and several great grandchildren.

Arrangements: Cullen Funeral Home, Raymore, Missouri 816.332.5278