Brenda Leigh Bellus

Brenda Leigh Bellus, 70, of Sunrise Beach, MO, passed away on Sunday December 18, 2011, in the comfort of her home. She was born in Alva, Oklahoma on May 10, 1941. Her parents Robert and Gracia Waite preceded her in death. Leigh graduated in 1958, from Westport High School in Kansas City, Missouri, and served as President of Phi Kappa Delta Sorority. Following graduation, Leigh worked as the personal secretary for Dr. Kermit E Krantz at the University of Kansas Medical Center. She married on October 1, 1960, and just recently celebrated 51 years of marriage to the love of her life, Ray Bellus. Leigh gave us a gift so special; by sharing and demonstrating unconditional love to her soul mate and best friend, Ray. In her last moments, she communicated her love to Ray stressing how lucky she was for picking the “Right Man”. Leigh drove a school bus for USD 500 Public Schools in Kansas City, KS, but she was most proud to be called “Mom” or “Grandma”. Leigh has 3 children: Debbie Mecum married to Donnie Mecum, of Piper, KS; David Bellus married to Patty Bellus of Georgetown, IN; and Danny Bellus married to Karen Bellus of Kokomo, IN. Leigh was an energetic and active grandmother for 7 grandchildren: Tyler and Austin Mecum; Brittany, Matt, and Emma Bellus; and Bailey and Drew Bellus. Family was most important to Leigh. She loved so much to be actively involved during school years serving as PTO President, Room Mother, Bluebird Leader, and as Mom’s taxi service to all school events. Not rain, sleet, or snow would stop Mom from marching those sidelines or cheering from the bleachers in support of her kids. As a Grandmother, she cheered her grandchildren with the same enthusiasm topped off with a big hug and a kiss after the event. Grandma’s house sleeps 15! It still does as we count on Grandma’s presence today. Leigh had a real passion for the Lady Elks – Osage Community Elks Lodge #2705. She was named Lady Elk of the Year in 1999-2000. She actively participated in the annual garage sale, Potluck Team, Taco Team, and the annual Christmas Gift Drive. Leigh will miss the activities, parties, and events that she shared with her lodge friends and especially those closest to her. We will miss her “all in” mentality, her organizational skills, her sense of humor, and most of all her smile coupled with that loud laugh. In spirit she is there. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 9:00 a.m., Friday, December 23, at the Shrine of St. Patrick Catholic Church in Laurie. Graveside services and interment will follow in the St. Patrick Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m., Thursday, at the church. Memorial contributions are suggested to the Shrine of St. Patrick Catholic Church or to the Lady Elks. Arrangements are under the direction and care of the Kidwell-Garber Laurie/Sunrise Beach Chapel.

Brenda Leigh Bellus

May 10, 1941 - December 18, 2011

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May 10, 1941 - December 18, 2011

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