James Vilinsky Obituary (2008) - Spring Hill, Kansas

James L. Vilinsky, 94, of Spring Hill, KS, passed away Monday, April 21, 2008 at Sweet Life of Rosehill. Funeral services will be 11:00am Wednesday, April 23, at The Louis Memorial Chapel, 6830 Troost Avenue. Burial at Sheffield Cemetery. Kindly omit flowers, the family suggests contributions to American Cancer Society. Mr. Vilinsky owned a fast food restaurant for many years before his retirement. He volunteered at Menorah Hospital for over 10 years totaling 12,000 hours. Mr. Vilinsky was an avid sports fan and loved to be a part of whatever sporting event he could with his son and grandsons. He loved to play poker, playing twice a week with a group of friends at the Atrium’s. He wanted to do anything that would include his family. Mr. Vilinsky was born in St. Joseph, MO and came to the Kansas City area as a young man. He was preceded in death by his wife of 44 years, Marion “Bobbie” Vilinsky in 1983 and a daughter, Jerry Yagan. Mr. Vilinsky is survived by his son and daughter-in-law: Terry and Donna Vilinsky, Spring Hill, KS; grandchilddren: Ryan Vilinsky and Barry Vilinsky, both of Spring Hill, KS.