Dakota Anderson Ioanis
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Dakota Anderson Ioanis, age 30, of Buckner, MO, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, May 20, 2021, at home. Dakota was born on October 1, 1990, in Carson City, NV. He was a member of the Reorganized Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints – Glendale Restoration Branch. Dakota graduated from Truman High School in 2009, and continued his education, graduating in 2016 with a BS degree in History and Political Science from Drury University. He then taught 6th-12th grade Social Studies for two years in the Calhoun R-8 School District from 2017-2019, where he was also the Scholar Bowl coach. He then earned his Master’s Degree in Secondary Education with an emphasis in Social Studies Education from UCM, and was currently working on his second Master’s Degree in Geography at MU with a full-ride scholarship, where he was also a teaching assistant.
On June 1, 2019, Dakota married the love of his life, Linley Tate, and they purchased their first home on June 1, 2020. He loved making their house a home and took great pride in caring for his yard. He truly adored their cats and always had one on his lap or next to him, because they loved him too. He was a master griller and he often made food for family gatherings. He had a passion for sports, especially the Royals, Chiefs, and MU Tigers. He thoroughly enjoyed traveling through the United States, as well as internationally. He visited Canada, Italy, France, London, and most recently their honeymoon trip to Australia in 2019. He especially enjoyed relaxing vacations to Lake Superior, which he said was like the ocean, only a lot cooler. He enjoyed collecting and displaying flags for all occasions, and proudly displayed them on the exterior of their new home. He was a trivia buff and enjoyed keeping up with political news around the world. Dakota had a particular love for geography, and even earned 4th place in the Missouri State Geography Bee in Middle School.
He is survived by his wife, Linley, of the home; mother and father, Mary and Andy Ioanis of Independence, MO; father-in-law and mother-in-law, Ben and Susan Tate; brothers, Dillon Ioanis of Blue Springs, MO, and Brenon Tyzbir of Carson City, NV; brother-in-law, Justin Tate, of Independence, MO; a nephew, Noah Ioanis of Blue Springs, MO; Grandmother, Carolyn Tyzbir of Carson City, NV; Grandmother Liwiter Ioanis of Pohnpei, Micronesia; Uncles, Arnold (Sandy) Ioanis and Patrick Ioanis of North Kansas City, and Aunt, Ruthy Ioanis of Pohnpei, Micronesia.
He was preceded in death by his Grandmother, Ruth LaRoque; Grandfathers, Ahpel Ioanis, Joseph A. LaRoque, and Butch Tyzbir; Uncles, Alex LaRoque and Thomas LaRoque; Aunts, Nori LaRoque and Jackie LaRoque; and close family friend, Robin Andrews.
A private family graveside service will be held on Wednesday, May 26, 2021, at Mound Grove Cemetery in Independence, MO. A memorial service will be held on Saturday, May 29, 2021, at 2 p.m. at Glendale Restoration Branch, 17803 E. Susquehanna Ridge, Independence, MO 64056. There will be a greeting with the family at 1 p.m. for those who wish to offer condolences prior to the service.
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Thinking of you! So sorry for your loss??
So sorry for your loss. Thinking of you.
So sorry for your loss. Our prayers are with you and the family.
Dear Linley,
Although I did not have the good fortune to meet your dear Dakota, it was always a great pleasure to read your loving posts about your adventures as a couple. I am absolutely heartbroken for you and all of Dakota’s family & friends. Please know that I am holding you in my warmest prayers, sweet Linley. May dear Dakota’s memory siesta be a blessing.
Sincerely,
Julie Cook
(Avila University)
I wish we had met him. My heart is full for you, Linley. You always seemed the perfect match for each other. He was a very knowledgeable young man. You could always see the love in his eyes he had for you through the pictures you have shared. May God continue to give you comfort and peace. May He turn your mourning into joy. With much love, Sandy and Jim Hawkes
Praying for you and your families!! I’m so sorry for your loss
So sorry for your loss.
It breaks my heart that Dakota was taken from you so soon , Linley . I cannot even fathom how you are feeling right now . Sending you big hugs and prayers , and hoping you find some peace .
We are so sorry for your loss. It is heartbreaking. You and your family are in our prayers. Jesus is always with you.?
We’re always here if you need anything
We are so sorry for your loss. It is heartbreaking. You and your family are in our prayers. Jesus is always with you.
We’re always here if you need anything
There are no words to console you right now. Hold tight to the best memories and sending prayers.
Love you.
We are so sorry for your unexpected loss. Our hearts break for you. We extend our sincere sympathy to you Linley and the entire family. Prayers for strength, comfort and peace are being offered up. Vincent and Tina
My sincere condolences. A kind gentle soul I’m grateful to have the chance to call friend.
So so sorry, many prayers for everyone.
Dear Lindley, Dave and I were so sorry to hear of Dakota’s passing. We pray that God will will hold you in the palm of His hand and give you peace and comfort. We will be praying for you and your family and asking God in Jesus name to watch over you always
I am so sorry for the loss of this special man. He always had a smile and kind heart. My love and prayers go out to you Linley and family.
Your Horizon Smithville family loves you so much Linley. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Please lean on your Warrior family whenever! ?
I am very sorry in this moment about your son. God has received an angel. May he rest in peace. He will always be forever in our thoughts and heart. Heaven in peace.
May God keep you close to him with his arms holding each of you tight… Just as he is holding Dakota now and welcoming home. All our Love- Deb and Alan Noel
So sorry for your loss. Praying for strength and comfort.
You are in my thoughts and prayers. May God give you strength and peace.
Dear Linley
We are so very sorry about Dakota’s passing. We just want you to know we love you and you and your families are in our prayers. It’s very hard but try to take care of yourself.
Our deepest condolences ?!! You’re in our prayers and thoughts! May his soul Rest In Peace!!
So sorry for your loss. He was an amazing person. Praying for his wife, family and friends.
Mary and your family are in my thoughts and my prayers
So sorry to hear this news Linley and Susan. My thoughts and prayers go out to you and the entire family. Please take care.
My deepest sympathies and condolences to the family. We will keep you in our prayers. Dakota will always be one of those memorable students from my classes. His passionate love of history and geography will forever be embedded. I can only imagine that he carried that passion into his classrooms to become a memorable teacher and pass his love of social studies onto another generation. His smile and calming nature will be greatly missed.
So sorry for your loss he was loved by everyone he met. Prayers for the family and prayers for a healing heart. May he never be forgot, he truly turned my life around showing me the help and care for his students even if it was for only a day.
Linley
I am sending you hugs and prayers for strength right now. You and Dakota were such a perfect match and you shared such wonderful experiences as you traveled, had your first home, shared your passion for teaching and continued your education
Know I am thinking of you daily
So sorry for your loss. May our Heavenly Father comfort your hearts at this sorrowful times. You will be in our prayers. ?? ?? ??
I am in disbelief reading about Dakota’s death. I watched him grow up from across the street. He was a joy to visit with and was so sweet to help me when I needed a strong arm. My deepest sympathy to all who loved him.
My heart goes out to all who loved Dakota. He was an amazing guy, and will be greatly missed. I’ll never forget getting “liberal giggles” in Mr. Sapp’s class with you senior year of high school, man. I will always treasure our memories together, few though they were. Gone way, way, too soon. Rest in Peace, Dakota. Your wife and kitties are in my thoughts, as well as the rest of your family.
I’m sorry to hear about your loss. It’s sad that another classmate has passed. the short time that I know Dakota, he was always a bright individual and will be missed…