Mary Leann Bradshaw

Mary LeAnn Bradshaw
Mary LeAnn "MLB" Bradshaw, age 47, passed away on Wednesday, September 27, 2023, at her home in Blue Springs, Missouri. She was a beautiful person, both inside and out. Her stunning smile and contagious laughter could light up a room. She was kind, compassionate, and cared deeply for those around her.
Mary LeAnn was born on September 9, 1976, in Chillicothe, Missouri, to Carl James and Vicky (Riddle) James. She graduated from Central High School in St. Joseph, MO in 1994, where she met the love of her life, David "Honey" Bradshaw. They were united in marriage on May 30, 1998, at the Ludlow Community Church in Ludlow, Missouri, where she had been a member since birth. They were blessed with two beautiful children, Abigail "CAB" and Anthony "AJ" Bradshaw.
Mary LeAnn never met a stranger. She made those around her feel special and brought out the best in everyone. She loved spending time with her family and friends, her bible study group, going on new adventures, camping, sugar cookies, apple and blackberry pies. She was the best gift giver – she knew what you needed before you did! She could throw a party like none other and could make every celebration special. She was full of beauty, class and sass. We can just imagine her asking Jesus to call her "MLB"!
Mary LeAnn worked for Stewart Title in Blue Springs, Missouri, for over 22 years, where she was the Operations Senior Manager and AFBA Manager of the Midwest Division. She was a role model and inspiration to all.
She is survived by her husband, David Bradshaw, daughter Abigail, and son Anthony of the home; her brother David "Willi" James and wife Crystal "Crys", niece and nephew, Macy LeAnne "Mace", and Dawson "Ace" James of Kearney, Missouri; mother Vicky (Riddle) James of Florida; father-in-law Terry Bradshaw of St. Joseph, Missouri; brother-in-law Rob Bradshaw and wife Erica, nephew Nicholas, and nieces Alexis, Olivia, Ava and Emma of Ozawkie, Kansas; and many more family members and friends, all of whom loved her deeply. She was preceded in death by her father, Carl James, her paternal and maternal grandparents, and other beloved family members.
The family would like to express their gratitude to the University of Kansas Hospital and Oncology team.
A service will be held at the Ludlow Community Church, Ludlow, Missouri, on Saturday, October 7, 2023, at 10:00 a.m., followed by a gathering at the Ludlow Lions Club in Ludlow, Missouri. A scheduled visitation will be held at the Lindley Funeral Home, Chillicothe, Missouri, on Friday, October 6, 2023, from 6:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. Friends may call at the Lindley Funeral Home, Chillicothe, Missouri, on Friday, October 6, 2023, from 12 noon until 8:00 p.m. Inurnment and a Celebration of Life will be held at a later date. Memorial contributions may be made to Ludlow Community Church and may be left at or mailed to Lindley Funeral Home, PO Box 47, Chillicothe, MO 64601. Online condolences may be made at www.lindleyfuneralhome.com .
Arrangements are under the direction of Lindley Funeral Home, Chillicothe, Missouri.