Laney L. Goodall

Laney Lynn (Cooper) Goodall departed this life Saturday February 13, 2021 in the comfort of her home in Kansas City, Missouri surrounded by her family.

She was born February 1, 1964 to Billy Dean Cooper and Elnora Vialena (Creamer) Murray in Onawa, IA.

Laney was saved and baptized in Christ while living in Santa Cruz, Bolivia.

Laney graduated from Greenfield High School in 1982 before attending the University of Central Missouri on a Track & Field Scholarship, and graduated from there with an Associate’s Degree.

Laney worked as an Office Management Specialist, and after 18 Years years of service, she medically retired from U.S. State Department in 2019.

In 2005, she was honored with the OMS of the Year Award, the highest honor that one can receive in her position. Throughout her career, Laney traveled to many different countries worldwide and served in some of the most dangerous locations. Everyone who had the pleasure of serving with her spoke of how beloved she was to have around, and how much they enjoyed her company. Many even going as far to say that Laney got them through some of the toughest years and postings throughout their own careers. She was always there to lend a helping hand, and keep the peace with everyone she came in contact with. There have been countless testaments received of Laney’s generosity and grace, and how requested her presence was which truly speaks to how many hearts she touched during her career.

Laney loved spending time with her grandchildren, and her family. She was always happy to be at home enjoying baking gingerbread cookies with them, and teaching them how to make all sorts of wonderful treats. Her baking is a stamp left imprinted in so many of the memories of those who loved her dearly to remember her by. She also enjoyed watching her favorite TV shows with her sister Vernada while relaxing at home. To those who knew her, knew how much she loved Criminal Minds, Law & Order SVU, and Call the Midwife which played in the background up until when she drew her last breath. When she wasn’t sick, she also loved going for long walks outside to stay active, and having great conversations with all the amazing friendships she gained in her different tours all over the world.

Survivors include her daughter Savannah M. Forte and husband Jerron of Kansas City, MO, her mother Elnora Murray of Greenfield, MO, 5 siblings-Roxanne Bennett of Verona, MO, Vernada Cooper of Liberty, MO, Bill & Mariam Cooper of Greenfield MO, Leigh Ann Fredricks of Lawrence, KS, and Randall Murray of Ottawa, KS, 3 Grandchildren -Jaxon, Jaymeson, and Jianna Forte, Aunts & Uncles- Jean & Don Adams of Greenfield, MO, Donna & Darrell Dodd of Dadeville, MO, & Frank & Gail Creamer of Fernwood, ID, Larry & Jo Hilburn of Greenfield, MO & Cecil & Linda Murray of Platte City, MO, nieces, nephews, cousins and other family and friends worldwide.

Preceding her in death were her father Bill D. Cooper(A. Sue) and stepfather O. Lee Murray, Grandparents Lloyd and Eunice Cooper, Jesse and Delphia Jump, and Harrison Creamer.

Laney’s favorite flower was a Sunflower, and like her favorite flower, her bright sun will forever be remembered and shine in the hearts of those who loved and cared for her so deeply.

Visitation will be 1-3 pm, followed by a service beginning at 3 pm on Saturday, February 27, 2021, at Pleasant Valley Baptist Church, 1600 North State Route 291, Liberty, MO.

Visitation will be 1-3 pm, followed by a service beginning at 3 pm on Saturday, February 27, 2021, at Pleasant Valley Baptist Church, 1600 North State Route 291, Liberty, MO.