Greg Haney, 56, of Kearney, MO, passed away at his home on May 22, 2021 of natural causes.
Greg was born in Centralia, IL. He spent his life working for the railroad and was dedicated to rail safety, even co-authoring safety rules and teaching safety to new employees, and was one of the first licensed to teach remote control engines. He shared a lifelong love of motorcycle riding with his son. He loved the outdoors in any mode: motorcycles, bicycles, boating, just being outside. Most of all he loved spending time with his family.
He is preceded in death by his parents, Henry Haney and Patricia Watson, and his son, Clayton Haney.
He is survived by his wife, Toni Haney; his daughter, Alexis Haney; his sisters, Cheryl Clark and Shelly Sanders; and many nieces and nephews.
A great hole has been left in all of our hearts but we are happy that Greg is reunited with his son in heaven.
A memorial service will be held at Fry-Bross & Spidle Funeral Home in Kearney on June 3, 2021 from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. There will be refreshments following at the Old Firehouse in Kearney.
In lieu of flowers memorials are suggested to St. Jude Children’s Hospital.
Our Sincere Condolences
Great Boss
Great Person
Great Friend to many
Mr. Dan Coleman
Greg will be sorely missed by our KCS family. What an amazing man to call a friend and co-worker!! Greg was very well liked and respected. Fly high Greg, we sure miss you and feel a huge void already.
Amanda Montgomery
Greg was a true professional who took pride in his vocation. It was a pleasure to call him “boss.”
Russ Fletcher
Greg was very smart, competent, and had lots of knowledge of railroading. He was very friendly and likable. I wish he could have had a long life.
Bryce Kresie
Greg was an exceptional mentor who led by example, and listened as a friend. Greg’s sense of humor and respectful demeanor made others want to be around him. I am grateful to have known and learned from him. My heart goes out to your family, friend.
Dustin Frederickson
Greg was an exceptional mentor who led by example, and listened as a friend. Greg’s sense of humor and respectful demeanor made others want to be around him. I am grateful to have known and learned from him. My heart goes out to your family, friend.
Dustin Frederickson
My heart is truly broken for the loss of this wonderful man. I met Greg the years I worked with KCS railroad. He and I first hit it off and became good friends, when we had time to talk, and share stories of our families. Always seeing him smile even when times were hard. He loved a good joke and seemed to enjoy initiating jokes when the moment called. After I left KCS he and I found time to sit down and have a Breakfast get together to share what was going on in our lives and the world. When my beloved wife passed late December 2017, he was one of the first to reach out to me, when some of my own family failed to do so, he was more than a brother. We recently communicated, I informed him I was returning to Kansas City for a few days and were planning a sit down again, I was so looking forward to seeing my Friend and Little Brother.
To Greg’s family, he Loved and Bragged about you everyday, you could see his Love in his eyes for each of you when he spoke. I am so sorry, know that I will NEVER forget Greg and he is at the TOP of the list for being a Great Human and most of all…MY DEAR FRIEND. RIP Greg. 🙁
Harold Spears “Chuck”
My sincere condolences to you and your family, I’m so sorry for your loss.
Carmen
Greg always seemed to look at everyone and everything non judgmental. I have known him the greater part of my life. He was a brother in law and a great friend.. we grew up and raised our families together. He’d be surprised to know how much I admired his strength and integrity because we mainly communicated through jokes and sarcasm. I have a lifetime of great memories, love and admiration for this guy. Cheers little brother, until we ride again!
Chris Clark
Toni/ Lexi- I am so sorry for your loss. I was shocked when I heard the news. Greg was a great person and treated everyone with kindness and compassion. Please let me know if you need anything……my prayers are with you and your family. God bless you.
Gene Asbury
The loss of Greg is felt by many. May the memories of his wonderful personality and many contributions be celebrated by all. I’ll remember Greg in many positive ways-with a big smile and a great sense of humor. My thoughts and prayers are with the family.
Bill Huston
My condolences to the Haney family. So sorry for your loss. Thoughts and prayers for you all.
Mark Scharringhausen
I wanted to express my deepest sympathy to the Haney family. It was a pleasure working with you at the KCS Railway. You sir will be greatly missed.
David Hadden
It broke my heart to hear of Greg’s passing. He was one of the good ones and I loved the visits we had at work on the KCS. Greg always had time for you and never made you feel as though you were putting him out. He would go out of his way to help you with what ever you needed.
My condolences go out to his family. They’ve been through more than anyone should have to endure. Time can’t heal this wound but hopefully memories will ease this pain.
Rest peacefully in Gods kingdom my friend.
Bryan Couch