Jerilynn “Jeri” Kay Anderton, 65, passed away June 19, 2025 in Merriam, KS.
She was born in Kansas City, KS to Jerry Richard and Donna Jean Jenkins on February 24, 1960.
She is preceded in death by her parents and her nephew, Wayne Borth.
Jeri is survived her husband Carl Anderton, her daughters Katrina Anderton & Amelia Jones, and her son-in-law Jack Jones, granddaughter Jericho Jones, her siblings Steve Jenkins & Susan Borth, her sisters & brothers-in-law Leah Jenkins, Jerry Borth, Ruth Karlsson, and Joyce & Mike O’Connell, nieces & nephews Michael Jenkins, Niki Halverson, Tyler Borth, Erin Wehrli, Meghan O’Connell, and Grace O’Connell.
Jeri’s celebration of life will be held 2:00 PM on July 5, 2025 at St Marks UMC 6422 Santa Fe Dr, Mission, KS 66202 and small refreshments will be served afterwards.
In lieu of flowers, we ask for people to donate to The ACLU of Kansas in Jeri’s name.
Friend ,Santa Rosa ,California
I don’t have words to express how sorry I am for your loss. Jeri was a special person and a special friend to me. I cannot be at her celebration physically, but I will light a candle and be there in spirit.
Friend of Amelia ,North Kansas City ,Missouri
Jerilynn was the kind of person who made you feel seen, welcomed, and safe. I’ll always remember her warmth and the way she cared so deeply for the people around her. She was always kind to me and I’ve had a soft spot for her since I was in high school. My heart goes out to Amelia and all of Jerilyn’s loved ones, she lives on in every life she touched. Sending love and strength during this difficult time. —Isabella
