Kara had a contagious smile and a carefree attitude that attracted people to her. She loved music, shopping, and animals.
Kara had a fierce loyalty toward her family and friends. She had a zest for life that was snuffed out way too early.
She is survived by her mother Rhonda and husband Jim Beckford; father Michael Kopetsky and wife Theresa; brother Thomas Beckford; and a host of family and friends.
Visitation will be held from 10:00am-1:00pm followed by a memorial service at 1:00pm Saturday, September 16, at the I.B.E.W. Local Union 124 Meeting Hall, 305 E. 103rd Terr., Kansas City, MO 64114.
Burial in Mt. Moriah Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the Kara Kopetsky Fund, c/o Commerce Bank Bel-Ray Branch, 8200 E. 171st St., Belton, MO 64012.
