Donald Levi Palmer, Jr., 62, of Raymore, died Wednesday, August 24, 2022, at Overland Park Regional Medical Center.

Donald was born on January 28, 1960, in Richmond, the son of Donald Levi "Don" and Della "Marie" (Sanner) Palmer, Sr.

Survivors include his sister, Anita Marie (Greg) Rhoades, and other extended family and friends also survive.

He was preceded in death by his parents and his sister, Shelly Lorraine Woodroof.

Donald was reared and educated in the area of his birth.  He spent 25 years with his family on Orcas Island in Puget Sound, Washington.  Donald was very artistically and musically inclined.  He could play almost any instrument, write music, and was a member of several bands.  Donald was also a wonderful artist.

The family suggests memorial contributions be made to the Donald Palmer, Jr. Memorial Fund.  They can be left at or mailed to Thurman Funeral Home, 507 East Main Street-P.O. Box 190, Richmond, MO 64085.

His ashes will be spread in the ocean and on Orcas Island at a later date.  Arrangements entrusted to Thurman Funeral Home in Richmond.  Please remember to share your memoires of Donald with the family by visiting www.thurmanfuneralhome.com .