Lori Michelle West, age 57, passed away August 20, 2025 at her home in Morley, MO.

She was born September 14, 1967 in Lible, AR, daughter of the late Gene Annesser and Rosemary Witt-Annesser.

Lori had worked for Rell's non-emergency transport. She loved spending time with family, especially her grandkids-they were very important to her. She enjoyed traveling and watching Hallmark Christmas movies.

She is survived by her fiancée, Stephen Whitis; two daughters, Syerra (Chris) West-Cantrell and Meredith Koelliker; three brothers, Gary Annesser, Roger Annesser, and Brian Annesser; and three grandchildren, Roman, Eli, and Luke.

Visitation will be held Friday, August 22, at Ponder Funeral Home from 5:00 p.m. until time of memorial service at 6:00 p.m. Bro. Glen Cantrell, pastor of First Baptist Church, will officiate.