James Harold Wrigley

May 16, 1942 - May 5, 2017

James Harold Wrigley (Jim) went to be with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ Friday, May 5th, 2017 at his home in Platte City, Missouri. Jim was born to Paul and Dorothy Wrigley in Birmingham, Missouri on May 16th, 1942, and lived in the Kansas City area throughout his life. He graduated from North Kansas City High School in 1959 and married Sue Slagle in 1961. They were blessed with a daughter and son. Jim was a devoted husband and father, and cherished time with family. He was kind hearted and compassionate, and would help anyone in need. He had a love for animals and children, and they were drawn to his gentle spirit. In later years, Jim (PaPa) enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren, and supported any activity in which they were involved. He attended church faithfully throughout his life and played the saxophone in various church orchestras. Jim’s love for automobiles led him to any auto show in the area, and he had a vast knowledge of vehicle makes and models. His legacy is one of integrity, kindness, and love for God and family. Jim is survived by his wife of 55 years, Sue, daughter Stephanie Cain (Preston), son Tim Wrigley, grandchildren Lauren and Parker Wrigley, siblings Joyce Blevins and Jeanette Cavazos, and numerous family members and friends. A Celebration of Life service will be held at 5:30 on Tuesday, May 16th, 2017 at Harmony Vineyard Church located at 600 NE 46th Street, Kansas City, Missouri 64116. Visitation will be at 5:00. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Jim’s honor to Good Shepherd Hospice, Harmony Vineyard Church, or The ALS Foundation. Cremation services entrusted to Cashatt Family Funeral Home where words of comfort and kind regards may be shared at: www.CashattFamilyFuneralHome.com.