John Benjamin Vaughan

John "Jack" Vaughan, 77, passed away on March 24, 2022 in Belton, MO. He was born on April 18, 1944 in Kansas City, MO to Harvey and Marjorie Vaughan the youngest of two sons. Jim and Jack were as close as brother should be and were always there for each other. He was raised with strong principles and a moral compass, strong work ethic and love of family, bird hunting and fishing. His life reflected that.

He graduated from Center High School in 1962 where he met Judith K. Gordon. They were high school sweethearts and married on April 23, 1965. In 1968 they had their only child, Jeffrey Vaughan. Jack bean is plumber apprenticeship in 1964 with Plumbers Local 8 and the UA. He had been with both organizations for 58 years.

Jack is survived by his loving wife of 57 years, Judi Vaughan, son, Jeff Vaughan and his wife Anna, grandsons, Torre, Tarren, Jacob and his wife Erika, brother, Jim Vaughan and his wife June, and brother-in-law Tom Gordon.

Jack fought several hard battles with cancer and Parkinson's Disease. Those that knew Jack know he fought hard. He was surrounded by family when he passed and no longer suffers. He will be missed and never forgotten.

Graveside Service is scheduled for April 23, 11:00 AM at Mt. Moriah Cemetery at 105th and Holmes Road in Kansas City, MO. Donations in Jack's name can be made to Wayside Waifs.