Aurelia Faulkner

Aurelia Faulkner - age 70 of Lathrop, MO passed away Monday evening, December 25, 2023, at Liberty Hospital in Liberty, Missouri. Aurelia was born on September 20, 1953, the daughter of Gerold Stonecipher and Micaela  Bernal in Kansas City, KS. She spent her childhood growing up in Kansas City, Kansas. Aurelia was united into marriage to Kenneth Faulkner on June 2nd, 1993. She was a devoted and loving mother and grandmother. Aurelia loved spending time with her family and casino trips with Kenneth. She held family as the most important part of her life. Aurelia will be dearly missed by her family and friends. 

Aurelia was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Kenneth Faulkner; son, Butch Wallen; daughter-in-law, Annette Bernal; grandson, Kevin Koenig; sister, Ines Stonecipher; and brothers, Jimmie Helton, Michael Helton, and Floyd Helton. She is survived by her children, Gerold Bernal of Louisiana, MO, Renee Bernal (Bryan Stokes) of Kansas City, KS, John Paul Bernal of Kansas City, MO, and Joyce Bernal of Lathrop, MO; eight grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; brothers, John Bernal (Teresa) of Bethany, MO and Raymond Bernal (Bonnie) of Kansas City, KS; nieces, nephews, cousins and other extended family members also survive. 
 
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions are suggested to Stith Funeral Home to help with expenses.  Arrangements entrusted to the care and direction of Stith Funeral Home in Lathrop (816) 740-4658. Online guestbook at www.stithfamilyfunerals.com 

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