NAOMI J. HOUSE

Naomi J. House, age 87, of Lee's Summit, Missouri, passed away on Sunday, May 14, 2023.

An open house to celebrate her life will be held at her home on June 11, 2023 from 1:00 until 3:30. All who knew and loved her are welcome.

Naomi was born in Sasakwa, Oklahoma on April 15, 1936 to Leonard Epperley Sr. and Dovie (Moody) Epperley. In life, Naomi loved gardening, cooking, baking, interior decorating, and was known for her love of shopping, especially at Chico's. Many knew her as 'Aunt Nee' as she was a beloved aunt to many, related or not. She made and kept many friends from her work years at ATT/Western Electric. With husband Charlie, they participated in square dancing where they connected with dear friends that she would remain close with long after the dancing stopped. A long-time resident of Lee's Summit, she previously lived in Overland Park, New Mexico and of course Oklahoma.

Naomi was preceded in death by her husband, Charles House; parents, Leonard Sr. and Dovie Epperley; brother Leonard "Sonny" Epperley Jr.; and sister, Leona "Faye" Ricketts.

She is survived by her three nephews, George Ricketts (Katheryn), Mark Ricketts, and Larry Epperley; many grand nieces and nephews; and many friends.

She will be interned at a date to be determined at the Holdenville, OK cemetery.

Arrangements: Cullen Funeral Home, Raymore, Missouri 816.322.5278