Lynda Gayle Ganaden

Lynda Gayle Ganaden, 79, of Independence, Missouri, passed away peacefully on June 6, 2026, at Kansas City Hospice House in Kansas City, Missouri.

A visitation will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Wednesday, June 17, 2026, at Heartland Cremation & Burial Society, 6113 Blue Ridge Blvd., Raytown, Missouri. A memorial service will follow at 11:00 a.m.

Lynda was born on May 28, 1947, in Laurel, Mississippi, to Harry and Judith Dickinson. On May 25, 1985, she married the love of her life, Michael Ganaden.

Lynda had a deep love for photography and spent many years in her earlier life working as a hair stylist. She later enjoyed a fulfilling career at River City Studios and cherished the past 15 years of her retirement.

Lynda enjoyed camping and traveling the country with her husband, Mike, creating many cherished memories along the way. She had a special place in her heart for animals, and she and Mike shared their home with many beloved cats and dogs over the years. Lynda also loved celebrating holidays, decorating her home, and, most of all, spending time with her family.

She is survived by her loving husband, Michael Ganaden; her sons, Jeff Ganaden and David (Patty) Ganaden; her brothers, Doug Bogart and Tony (Serena) Bogart; her sister, Jackie Bogart; six grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; and many cherished nieces and nephews.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the ASPCA in honor of Lynda’s love for animals.