Vernon Warren Poort

Vernon Warren Poort, 63, of Sedalia passed away Tuesday, August 10, 2021, at his home. He was born on March 1, 1958 in Warrensburg, MO the son of Robert William Poort who preceded him in death and Dorothy Ann (Courtney) Poort, who resides in Sedalia.

On October 20, 1979 in Sedalia he was united in marriage to Tammy Fox, who resides in Sedalia.

Vernon was a member of The Community of Christ Church in Sedalia. He played in the dirt as a Heavy Equipment Operator for the Local 101. Vernon was known for his orneriness. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, being outdoors and especially loved spending time with his family. His daughters were his life.

In addition to his mother and special companion, Peggy Reynolds, he is survived by four daughters, Christina Bushell (Brandon) of Odessa, MO, Amanda Sobaski (Mitchell) of Sedalia, Veronica Poort of Sedalia, and Aundria Poort of Sedalia; two brothers, Neal Poort of Crane, MO and Arthur Poort (Valerie) of Sedalia; two sisters, Elissa McVey (Kim) of Aurora, MO and Angelia Kreisel (Anthony) of Cole Camp, MO; nine grandchildren, Coy, Alyssa, Shelby, Tessa, Trinity, Chet, Kitlynn, Lily-Ann, and Liam, .

Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. Saturday, August 14, 2021 at Rea Funeral Chapel with Greg Resch officiating.

The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service at the funeral chapel.

Honorary bearers will be Danny Mahnken, Jim Lovercamp, Larry LeFevers, and Don Ball.

Memorial contributions may be made to the family in care of Rea Funeral Chapel.