Lenora "Nora" Grace Merrill, age 80, of Warrensburg peacefully passed away on Friday, April 15, 2022, at her home.

Lenora was born to Calvin and Wanda (Wallace) Budget October 14, 1941, in Warrensburg, Missouri.

Lenora worked at Western Missouri Medical Center for over 25 years. She loved spending time with family, friends, and her fur-babies. She was known for being loving, caring, and all the good things a person can be.

Lenora was preceded in death by her parents; daughter Pamela Shore; sisters Erma Hoffman and Phyllis Bernholtz,

She is survived by her son Dallas Merrill of Warrensburg, MO; nieces Michelle Hoffman-Barisone, Jill Baker, Jenessa Hill, and Danielle Bernholtz.

A memorial service will be held for Lenora at a later date.

In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial contributions be made to The Johnson County Cancer Foundation or Good Shepherd's Hospice and can be left in the care of the funeral home.