Ronald “Kim” Eye was born on May 28, 1957, in Clinton, MO to Fred J. Eye and Dortha E. (Mitchell) Eye. Following a courageous battle with cancer, Kim departed this life on March 8, 2026, at KC Hospice House, surrounded by his loving family.
Kim attended grade school in Montrose before his family moved to Appleton City where he started 4th grade. He graduated from Appleton City High school on 1975. After graduation, Kim joined his father and brother in operating the family farm. On March 2, 1984, he married his sweetheart, Carla (Cook) Eye. Together they built a beautiful life and celebrated 42 years of marriage. God blessed their union with two daughters, Lauren Elise (Eye) Morgan and Morgan Anne (Eye) Scott.
Kim had a deep love for farming. Like many farmers, it wasn’t just a job to him – it was a way of life. He was patient and steady, accepting the highs and lows that each season brought. He praised God for the bountiful years and prayed for God’s mercy and guidance during the lean ones. Kim also raised cattle and took great joy in seeing the new calves each spring. He was proud of his small farming operation and grateful to be part of a community where friends and neighbors could always be counted on.
Kim loved sports and was an avid fan of the Mizzou Tigers – especially the women’s basketball team – the Kansas City Chiefs, the Kansas City Royals, the Montrose Bluejays and the Appleton City bulldogs. To him, nothing was better than a cold beer and a good game. Another favorite pastime for Kim and Carla was taking “ranger rides” around the farm on Sunday evenings, surveying the fields and enjoying the beauty of the setting sun.
Kim cherished time spent visiting with family and friends and was known for his quick wit. He loved keeping track of birthdays and updated his calendar each year – long before Facebook existed – just in case he ran into someone on their special day.
Above all, Kim believed his greatest blessings were his children and grandchildren. He took immense pride in watching his daughters grow into strong, caring, and capable wives and mothers. The joy in his eyes when he looked at his daughters and grandkids said everything; they were the very best part of life.
Kim will be remembered for his constant love, his sense of humor, his calm in every storm, his patience and kindness, and his unbelievable strength throughout his battle with cancer. He never complained and accepted God’s will with grace when his fight was complete.
Kim Is survived by his wife, Carla, his daughter Lauren (Dan) Moran of Lowry City, MO, his daughter Morgan (Mike) Scott of Columbia MO, and his grandchildren Renzy, Roric, Reese, Ruth, Jalyn and Baby Scott, due in March 2026; brother, Dennie (Lori) Eye; sisters-in-law, Vicki (Doug) Strope of Brownington, MO, Cheryl (Kyle) Parks of Cowgill, MO, Janet (Russell) Bracher and Carolyn (Kent) Hart, both of Montrose, MO, Colleen (BC) LeDoux of Las Vegan, NV; brother-in-law, Jamie (Sheri) Cook of Eagle Roc, MO. Kim leaves behind many nieces and nephews whom he loved dearly.
Kim was preceded in death by his parents; brother-in-law, Lynn Eye; father-in-law, Norman Cook; mother-in-law, Jackie Cook and brother-in-law, Vernon Cook.
Kim’s legacy of faith, love, and quiet strength will live on in all who knew him.
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