Dale “Barry” Shotts

Dale “Barry” Shotts was born February 27th 1961 in Minneapolis, Minnesota, He was the first born of Dale Eugene Shotts and Verna Laura Shotts, who survive him. Barry went to be with his Lord and loved ones on September 21st 2026.

He is preceded in death by: grandparents, Wallace and Kathryn, Roy and Irene; uncle, Evan; aunt, Evie; uncle, Lyle; brother-in-law, Danny and several friends.

Barry is survived by his love and sweetheart, Linda Williams of the home; Heather Lee Chapman who he loved as his daughter; brother, Greg of Gilbert Arizona; sister, Heather Jacobson (Joe) of Sugar Creek Missouri; niece, nephews, great nieces, great nephew and many friends, both new and old.

Barry attended 1st-12th grades in Shell Lake Wisconsin, graduating in 1979. Barry’s work ethic developed early-working at the cheese factory and for Ocean Spray in the cranberry marsh. He then worked 20+ years, several as manager for Ardisam Innovative Outdoor Gear in Cumberland Wisconsin. Since moving to Missouri in 2021 Barry enjoyed working at Menards in Independence, MO where he will be missed.

Barry loved to hunt, fish, take walks, ride his bike and shoot baskets. He loved without measure and was thankful for everyone in his life. Barry embraced the Lord Jesus as his savior and so we know we will see you again, until then, Rock On!

Visitation will take place at 12:00pm on Saturday, October 3, 2026 at St. Luke’s United Methodist Church, 9420 James A Reed Rd, Kansas City, MO 64138. Funeral service will follow at 1:00pm.

Memorial contributions are suggested to World Bird Sanctuary Valley Park, MO.