Obituaries in Kansas Newspapers (arranged by city)
MacLeod, Mary Olinda Stolz
MacLeod, Mary Olinda Stolz, 94, passed away Wednesday, September 8, 2004 at the Catholic Care Center, Wichita, Kansas. She was preceded in death by her husband, Dr. Sherbourne MacLeod on February 5, 1971. Mary was the oldest daughter of A. J. and Rosa Stolz of Colwich, KS. She graduated from Ellinwood High School and St. Francis Hospital School of Nursing, Wichita in 1931. Survivors include brother, Robert L. Stolz and wife, Margaret K. of De Funiak Springs, FL; sisters-in-law, Saloma Stolz and Elizabeth Stolz, both of Wichita; 21 nieces and nephews; step-son, Michael MacLeod of CA. She was the eldest of 6 children. One sister and three brothers preceded her in death. Downing & Lahey Mortuary East is in charge of funeral arrangements. A Rosary will be said at 7:00 P.M., Friday and church services will be held at 10:00 A.M., Saturday, both at St. Patrick Catholic Church. Entombment will be at Resurrection Mausoleum, Wichita. A memorial has been established with St. Patrick Catholic Church, 2007 Arkansas, Wichita, KS, 67203.
Busch, Arthur F.
Busch, Arthur F., 89, farmer, died Sunday, September 12, 2004. Rosary service 7:30 P.M. Monday, September 13, 2004, at Downing & Lahey Mortuary West. Funeral Mass 10:00 A.M. Tuesday, St. Rose Catholic Church, Mt. Vernon, KS. Survivors, niece , Jo Ann Hornung-Temaat & nephew-in-law, Sylvester “Ves” Temaat, of Wichita; great-nephews, Bart Hornung, of Overland Park, KS., Brian Hornung, of Olathe, KS., Brad Hornung, of Haven KS., Stephen Ridder and Robert Ridder, Jr., of Springfield, MO., Earnest Ridder, of Minneapolis, MN; great-nieces, Joni Reichenberger, of Wichita, KS., Julie Hornung, of Kansas City, MO., Connie Pennell & Elizabeth Roberts, & Beverly Ridder, wife of the late nephew, Robert Ridder, all of Springfield, MO. A memorial fund has been established with the Les Hornung Memorial Scholarship Fund, c/o Newman University, 3100 McCormick Street, Wichita, Kansas, 67213.
Smith, Nancy Joy
Smith, Nancy Joy, 58, Koch Industries legal assistant, died Sunday, September 12, 2004. Private family service. Survived by husband Edwin; daughters Melissa Womack of Cheney and Cynthia Boggs of Wichita; Sister Rosemary Graff of Des Moines IA.; mother-in-law Marjorie McCutchion; Grandchildren Andy and Eddie Nunnelley, and Lily Boggs; Nephew J.C. Graff; and niece Stephanie Conway. Memorial to St. John’s Episcopal Church, 401 N. Emporia, Wichita, Ks. 67202.
Robison, Lillian Susanna
Robison, Lillian Suzanne, 81, formerly of Checotah, OK, passed away on Sept. 11, 2004 at her son’s home in Wichita, KS, while surrounded by family members after a long illness. Lillian was born on March 18, 1923 to John Ronayne and Susanna Christine Miller Ronayne in Le Sueur, MN. She married Robert R. Robison on Jan. 12, 1946 in Collyer, KS. Her parents, husband, brother, Don and sister, Agnes Reginek preceded her in death. Lillian is survived by her three sons, Raymond Robison and wife, Sherra of Albuquerque, NM, Stanley Robison of Wichita, Terence Robison and wife, Mary Ann of Monahans, TX; her grandchildren, Jason, Darren, Derrick, Dustin, Douglas, Daniel, David, Michael, Lisa, Sam; 11 great-grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews living throughout the country. Lillian devoted her life to her Roman Catholic faith and family. Prior to her illness, she was always an eager and avid participant in all church activities; she also enjoyed cooking and gardening. Lillian will be forever loved and missed; she will be remembered by each of us daily and carried in our hearts forever, The family extends a very special thanks to Rosa Thompson and her steadfast, dedicated, compassionate, loving and professional support throughout the period of illness and to Harry Hynes Memorial Hospice and many others for their compassionate care and assistance. Visitation and rosary will be held Wednesday, Sept. 15, 2004 at 7 p.m. in Wichita, KS at Downing & Lahey Mortuary West, 10515 W. Maple. Funeral Mass will be held at St. Joseph Catholic Church, 145 S. Millwood on Thursday, Sept. 16, 2004 at 10 a.m. Burial will be held at Ft. Gibson National Cemetery near Muskogee, OK on Friday, Sept. 17, 2004 at 2 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to St. Joseph Catholic Church, 145 S. Millwood, Wichita, KS 67213 or Harry Hynes Memorial Hospice, 313 S. Market, Wichita, KS 67202.
Becker, Emilya Lynn
Becker, Emilya Lynn, 5, “Peanut”, “Bunny”, “Little Goofy”, our Angel in disguise, left this world on September 11, 2004, to visit her grandma Betty. She loved things that sparkled, now she can sparkle for all those that loved her. So look up and there she’ll be, twinkle, twinkle, our bright star. Rosary 7:00 P.M. Wednesday, Service 11:00 A.M. Thursday, both at St. Patrick Catholic Church. Survivors: father, Richard Becker; mother, Christina (Resa) Schilling; sister, Krysta Woley; grandfather, Gilbert Resa; grandmother, Peggy Roman; and numerous aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends. A memorial has been established with The Sedgwick County Zoo 5555 W. Zoo Boulevard Wichita, KS 67212. Downing & Lahey West Mortuary.
Buck, John Alden
Buck, John Alden, 81, retired co-owner of Buck’s Department Store, died Thursday, September 16, 2004. Service 1:30 P.M., Monday, St. John Episcopal Church. John was born February 12, 1923 in Wichita to James and Catherine Buck. In 1947, John received a B.A. in Economics from WSU. After the death of his parents, John began investing in the oil industry. He had two unfulfilled dreams. The first was to play the piano. The second was to learn French. He began French lessons through continuing ed. at WSU, and in 1991, traveled to France. He supported the sister city exchange program between Orlean, France and Wichita. John was a member of St. John’s Episcopal Church, Petroleum Club, Wichita Country Club, Optimist Club and was a life member of the WSU Alumni Association where he worked with the French Department. He also supported the Boy Scouts and was an avid stamp collector. John co-owned Brooks Dress Shop at Parklane. Survivor: brother, James Wallace Buck, Jr. of Wichita. Memorials have been established with Georgetown Endowment Fund, 1655 S. Georgetown, Wichita, KS, 67218 and Age to Age Fund, c/o St. John’s Episcopal Church, 401 N. Emporia, Wichita, KS, 67201. Downing & Lahey Mortuary East.
O'Dell, Charles M. (Chuck)
O’Dell, Charles M. (Chuck), 75, former owner of O’Dell Washer Supply and employee at Washers Specialties died Saturday, September 18, 2004. Rosary 7:30 pm Tuesday and memorial service at 10:00 am Wednesday both at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton. Preceded in death by sisters Barbara Jean Swaney and Shirley Goudy and brother Bonnie O’Dell. Survived by wife Shirley; sisters Donna Swadley of K.C. Mo. and Beverly Bayliffe of Kiowa, Ks. Memorial to Harry Hynes Memorial Hospice.
Wareing, Constance "Connie"A.
Wareing, Constance “Connie” A., 89, Loving mother passed away Saturday, Sept. 18, 2004. Funeral Liturgy 10:00 A.M. Wednesday, September 22 at Church of the Magdalen, 12626 E. 21st St. N. Rosary vigil 7:00 P.M. Tuesday, Sept. 21st, 2004, Downing & Lahey East Mortuary, 6555 E. Central. Constance was born Aug. 22, 1915 to Leroy and Winifred Bogart on a farm near Kirwin, KS. Raised in the wheatland, she maintained part of the 1800’s homestead until her death. A child of the Depression, her character developed as she bore witness to her father maintaining the integrity of his bank by using his own funds. Constance attended Fort Hays College and pursued her interest in music and teaching. She was a member of Alpha Gamma Delta Sorority, vice president of the Democrat Club and received her teaching and music degree with a Degree Life Certificate in teaching. Her love for children and music were enduring. During college she met her husband John. D. Wareing and married August 6, 1942. During World War II, Connie worked at Boeing and her husband John’s position with Beech Aircraft brought them to make their home in Wichita. John retired from Beech in 1982 and preceded Connie in death on October 31, 1984. She was a member of Magdalen Parish for fifty years, and loved to assist with numerous church and school activities. Her interest in politics was highlighted when she met John F. Kennedy and coupled her photography hobby with rare movie footage of him. Her travel experiences included a trip via the Concorde to her mother’s homeland of England. The onset of Rheumatoid Arthritis in the 70’s limited her mobility but she persisted in her church activities and the interests of her children and grandchildren. She always considered her children her greatest success and gifted them with an unconditional love. She is survived by her sister; Vivian G. Bogart and brother, Vincent L. Bogart; her children John L. Wareing of Alamogordo, NM, Joan Wamsley, Douglas and Christopher Wareing all of Wichita. There are six grandchildren and one great-grandchild. Memorials have been established with: Kapaun-Mt. Carmel Catholic High School Memorial Fund, 8506 E. Central, Wichita, KS 67206 and Arthritis Foundation-KS Chapter, 1602 E. Waterman, Wichita, KS 67211.
Calkins, Reva Bench
Calkins, Reva Bench, 76, homemaker, died Sunday, September 19, 2004. Visitation 6:00 ~ 8:00 P.M., Wednesday and service 11:00 A.M., Thursday, both at Downing & Lahey Mortuary East. Graveside service 1:00 P.M., Friday, Hopewell Cemetery, Tunas, MO. Survivors: sons, Darrell Bench (Judy) of Chanute, KS and Micheal Bench of Andover, KS; daughters, Cheryl Osborne (Glenn) of Rose Hill, KS and Sandra Alfrey (Mark) of Andover; brother, Theron Bradford of Camdenton, MO; sisters, Waunita Cuthbertson of CA and Nedra Dawson of CA; grandchildren, Jill Leatherwood, Randi Haviland, Devin Bench, Cody Bench, Chauntee Alfrey, Travis Osborne, Michelle and Marcie; seven great-grandchildren. A memorial has been established with Harry Hynes Memorial Hospice, 313 S. Market, Wichita, KS, 67202.
Moore, Marilyn J.
Moore, Marilyn J., 74, former Bud Palmer Auction bookkeeper and retired KPTS bookkeeper, died Friday, September 24, 2004. Memorial service, 3 P.M., Saturday, October 2, 2004, Downing & Lahey Mortuary West. Preceded in death by parents, Grant and Goldie Crownover; daughter, Rebecca Jean Moore; sister, Ruth Lewis. Survivors: son, Steve (Norma) Moore of Wichita; daughter, Vickie (Lynn) Sader of Hutchinson; sister, Marjorie (Lewis) Breitenstein of Wichita; grandchildren, Marcus, Stephanie and Kelsey Moore, Gregory, Lewis, and Christopher Sader; great-grandchild, Haleigh Sader. Memorials: Hospice Care of Kansas, 3241 E. Victor Pl., Wichita, KS 67208 and Victory In The Valley, 3755 E. Douglas, Wichita, KS 67218.
Hickman, Randy Gene
Hickman, Randy Gene, 55, Star Lumber and Supply Contractor Sales ~ Home Division, passed away, Friday, September 24, 2004. Memorial service 10:00 a.m., Friday, St. James Episcopal Church. Preceded in death by his parents, Max and Yvonne Hickman. He is survived by his spouse, Kristi Solter, step-daughter, Rachael and husband, Tim Smith of Wichita, granddaughters, Samantha and Bethany, brother, Mike and Jacque Hickman of Topeka, KS, uncle, Bob and Jeanne Williams of Tyngsboro, MA, brother-in-law, Andy Solter and uncle Phil Solter, both of Wichita. A memorial has been established with Wichita Junior Golf Foundation, 58 Via Verde, Wichita, KS, 67230. Downing & Lahey Mortuary East.
Richardson, Vernon Keith
Richardson, Vernon Keith, 89, in management of Boeing Computer Services, died Wednesday, September 29, 2004. Visitation 6:30 ~ 8:30 P.M., Friday, service 10:30 A.M., Saturday, both at Downing & Lahey Mortuary East. He was preceded in death by his son, Larry Vernon, daughter, Cheryl Ilene, parents, Lee and Jessie Richardson, brothers, Derward, Max and sister, Roberta Myers. Survivors: wife, Ada Ruth (Olomon) Richardson; many nieces and nephews, brothers and sisters-in-laws. Vernon moved to Wichita in 1941, where he was employed at Beech Aircraft. After WWII, the position at Beech was eliminated. He took a position at Boeing and was one of the team that went to Poughkeepsie, NY to survey the new technology of the computer system, and after the installation of the computer at Boeing, he became a part of BCS. He served on the Campus School board and was president in 1962-63, he also served on the South Riverside County school board as well as a community board. With the help of subcontractors he built the family home where he has resided since 1955 and where he continued to live until his death. Vernon was a member of the Kansas Computer Association and served as vice president in 1961. Church membership was very important in his life and although he belonged to the Presbyterian Church as a child, after his marriage he joined Disciples of Christ denomination and served on various church boards. Memorials have been established with Friends of the Lee Richardson Zoo P.O. Box 1638, Garden City, KS, 67846 and Hillside Christian Church Library Fund, 8330 E. Douglas, Wichita, KS, 67206.
Neises, Marilou Delores (Pauly)
Neises, Marilou Delores (Pauly), 73, crossed over to touch the face of God on Friday, October 1, 2004. Rosary, 7 P.M., Sunday; funeral mass, 10 A.M., Monday, both at St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church. She was born on October 16, 1930 to Cyril and Frances (Jaax) Pauly. She was raised in the Clonmel, Kansas community and graduated from Garden Plain High School. Marilou married Mark M. Neises on April 25, 1950 and they were blessed with five children. Mark and Marilou were the owners of Industrial Maintenance, Inc. She was preceded in death by her husband, parents, and brother, Cyril Pauly, Jr. Marilou is survived by her children and their spouses, Peggy and Jim Simon of Clearwater, Mark Rod Neises of Wichita, Sheila and David Ricke of Rose Hill, Randy and Cherri Neises of Viola, Scott and Tamme Neises of Wichita; sister, Dorothy Leis of Yates Center; brothers, Ralph Pauly of Garden Plain, Dean Pauly of Viola. Marilou was a beloved grandmother to 25 grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren. Memorials established with The Lord’s Diner, 520 N. Broadway, Wichita 67214 and St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church, 861 N. Socora, Wichita 67212. Downing & Lahey Mortuary West.
McColl, Sarah Olive Elder
McColl, Sarah Olive Elder, 99, homemaker and a gracious servant of the Lord, went to be with Jesus on Wednesday, October 06, 2004. Visitation 7:00 ~ 8:30 P.M., Sunday at Downing & Lahey Mortuary East. Funeral service 10:30 A.M., Monday, October 11, 2004 at Hillside Christian Church. Burial at the Arthur Cemetery, Arthur, IL, 10:00 A.M., Wednesday, October 13, 2004, followed by a service of memory and celebration at Jonathan Creek Christian Church near Sullivan, IL. Olive was born January 17, 1905 on the family farm in Jonathan Creek Township, Moultrie County, IL to William Samuel and Gertie A Purvis Elder. She earned a teacher certificate from Eastern Illinois State Teachers College, attended Eureka College and the University of Illinois. She was united in marriage to the Reverend Duncan D. McColl on October 14, 1930 in the Jonathan Creek Christian Church where they had met while Reverend McColl was the student minister. They shared together in Christian ministry in Illinois, Indiana, Michigan and Texas. She moved to Wichita following her husband’s death in 1968. She is also preceded in death by her parents, her sister, Alma Elder and her brother and sister-in-law, William and Frances Elder. She is survived by her children and their spouses: Margaret G. and Robert C. Blome of Indianapolis, IN, Martha Janet and William A. Boyle of Wichita, Dougald L. and J. Patricia McColl of Grand Rapids, MI, William D. and Catherine M. McColl of Dadeville, AL and Donald H. and Kaye F. McColl of Amarillo, TX; fifteen grandchildren and fourteen great-grandchildren. Memorials have been established with Hillside Christian Church, 8330 E. Douglas, Wichita, KS, 67206 and the Duncan D. and Olive E. McColl Scholarship Fund at Eureka College, 300 E. College, Eureka, IL, 61530.
Bruce, Mary Kathryn
Bruce, Mary Kathryn, 91, Dry Cleaning business manager, died Sunday, October 10, 2004. Rosary, 7:00 P.M. Wednesday, October 13, Downing & Lahey East Mortuary, Service, 1:00 P.M. Thursday, October 14, All Saints Catholic Church. Preceded in death by husband, Jesse Bruce; daughter, Mary; daughter-in-law, Jenny; great-grandson, Austin; and granddaughter, Kathryn Mary. Survivors; Son, Robert Bruce, Engelwood, CO., nine grandchildren, twenty great-grandchildren, eleven great-great-grandchildren. Memorials to All Saints Catholic Church 3205 Grand Wichita, KS 67218.
Kuhn, Helen
Kuhn, Helen, 81, homemaker, died Monday, October 11, 2004. Vigil 7:00 P.M., Wednesday, service 10:30 A.M., Thursday, both at Church of the Magdalen. Survivors: husband, Ed; daughters, Sr. Sherri Marie Kuhn and Linda Skinner, both of Wichita; son, Stan Kuhn and daughter-in-law, Angie Kuhn of Wichita; granddaughters, Sara Shingler and husband, Mike and Erin Skinner; great-granddaughters, Katelyn and Kelsey Shingler. Downing & Lahey Mortuary East.
Simmons, David Craig
Simmons, David Craig, 50, formerly of Andover, retired excavator died Sunday, September 12, 2004 in Indianapolis, IN. Graveside service 10:00 A.M., Friday, Andover Cemetery. Preceded in death by grandparents. Survivors: daughters, Candida Walters of Seymour, IN, Tina Simmons of Medora, IN and Davida Simmons of Derby, KS; parents, Jack and Lillian Simmons of Golden, TX; grandchildren, Kristian Overshiner, Jami Lynn Walters, Cory Simmons and Gavin Henson; sister, Jacquie Sanders of Wichita; brothers, Jim Simmons of Golden, TX and Rory Simmons of Augusta, KS. In lieu of flowers, a memorial has been established with Community Bank of Wichita, 11330 E. 21st, Wichita, KS, 67226. Downing & Lahey Mortuary East.
Huber, Marvel Lee
Huber, Marvel Lee, 99, homemaker, died Wednesday, October 13, 2004 at Homestead Health Center, Wichita. Graveside service 10:00 A.M., Saturday, Wichita Park Cemetery. Marvel Lee was born June 4, 1905 in Pratt, the daughter of Charles and Sue Belle (Wilson) Mawdsley. She married Gale Huber, November 7, 1925. He died in 1968. She attended schools in Pratt, Hutchinson and Wichita. Scrabble was a favorite game and she was still winning most games shortly before her death. Survivors include a son, Don Huber of McPherson, KS; daughter, Beverley Hooker of Dodge City, KS; six grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren; six step-great-grandchildren. She was also preceded in death by brother, Alar Mawdsley of Pratt and sister, Juanita Cartwright of Papaikou, HI. Memorial service 1:30 P.M., Monday, Prairie Homestead. Memorials may be sent to Prairie Homestead, 1605 May, Wichita, KS, 67213 or First Baptist Church, 216 E. 2nd, Wichita, KS, 67202. Downing & Lahey Mortuary East.
Probst, Vivian Maxine
Probst, Vivian Maxine, 89, long time Wichita resident, retired Wickstrom Beauty Supply salesperson, died Monday, October 11, 2004. Service 11:00 A.M., Monday, Downing & Lahey Mortuary East. Preceded in death by husband, Frederick Nelson Probst. Survivors: sons and daughters-in-law, Fritz and Sheila Probst of Los Angeles, CA and Jerry and Barbara Probst of Scottsdale, AZ; daughter and son-in-law, Nancy and Gary Watts of Everett, WA; eight grandchildren; eleven great-grandchildren. A memorial has been established with Hospice Care of Kansas, 3241 E. Victor Place, Wichita, KS, 67208.
Robbins, Amy Melissa
Robbins, Amy Melissa, 29, beloved wife of Gabriel Robbins, passed away Wednesday at Wesley Medical Center, October 13, 2004, due to injuries sustained from an automobile accident that occurred on October 5, 2004. Visitation with the family will be 5:00 ~ 8:00 P.M., Friday, Downing & Lahey Mortuary East. Service will be 9:30 A.M., Saturday, East Heights United Methodist Church. Survivors: husband, Gabe Robbins; step-son, Randy Bargdill-Robbins of Wichita; parents, Larry and Linda Goodwin of Hutchinson, KS; brother and sister-in-law, Shane and Lisa Goodwin of Buhler, KS; grandfather, Don Johnson of Topeka, KS; grandmother, Marilyn Hoober of Concordia, KS; niece, Sydney Goodwin of Buhler, KS; nephew, Grant Goodwin of Buhler, KS; mother-in-law, Pam Robbins of Derby, KS; father-in-law, Fred Robbins of Wichita, KS. Preceded in death by grandparents, Edith Johnson and Lynn Goodwin. Memorials may be sent to: Amy Robbins Family Fund, c/o Bank of America, 100 N. Broadway, mail code KS1-100-01-23, Wichita, KS, 67202.
Gamer, Helen C.
Gamer, Helen C., 99, homemaker, died October 16, 2004. Rosary 7:00 P.M. Monday, Downing & Lahey East Chapel, Funeral Mass 10:00 A.M. Tuesday, St. Vincent de Paul, Andover, KS. Graveside service will be held at St. Anthony Catholic Cemetery in Strong City, KS at 2:00 P.M. Tuesday, October 19. Survivors: son and daughter-in-law, Greg and Jane Gamer of Wichita; grandson, Mark Gamer of Wichita; granddaughters, Gina Gamer-Brown (Jay) Brown of Wichita, and Erin S. Brown of Lenexa, KS; great-grandchildren Justin, Cristina, Schuyler, Shelby and Chandler Brown. Preceded in death by husband, Joseph and sister, Marie Truitt. In lieu of flowers memorials may be given to The Lord’s Diner, 520 North Broadway, Wichita, KS 67214.
Shadid, George Ray
Shadid, George Ray, 78 , passed away Saturday Oct. 16, following a courageous battle with Parkinson Disease. George was born Aug. 23, 1926 in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. Preceded in death by his parents Raymond and Elizabeth (Solomon) Shadid and brother Frank Shadid. Survived by sisters Mary Louise Shadid of Wichita and Violet Murphy of Cedar Rapids, Iowa. Also survived by nieces and nephews: Dennis Murphy, Christine Murphy, Raymond Shadid, Frank Shadid II, Diane Nimocks and five great-great-nieces and nephews. As a Life Master in bridge, he became one of the top bridge players in Wichita. He retired as a bridge instructor and bridge studio employee. George was a devoted member of St. George Orthodox Christian Cathedral. Services will be held at 7:00 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 19, at St. George Orthodox Christian Cathedral. Interment services will be held at 11:00 a.m. Wednesday, Oct. 20, at Old Mission Cemetery. Memorials have been established with St. George Orthodox Christian Cathedral, 7515 E. 13th, Wichita, KS, 67206 and Parkinson’s Disease Foundation, Inc., 710 W. 168th Street, New York, NY, 10032.
Vertner, Gertrude M.
Vertner, Gertrude M., 106, retired house cleaner, died Tuesday, October 12, 2004. Preceded in death by eleven brothers and sisters. Private Service. Downing and Lahey Mortuary West.
Nedbalek, Thomas Lee
Nedbalek, Thomas Lee, 59, State of Kansas bank examiner, died Friday, November 19, 2004. Visitation with the family, 6:00-8:00 P.M., Sunday; service, 10:00 A.M., Monday, both at Downing & Lahey Mortuary West. A cremation will follow the service and, at a later date, Thomas’ ashes will be spread at the family farm in Collyer, KS. He was born April 5, 1945 in Quinter, Kansas. Thomas attended Fort Hays State University and Wichita State University and was a member of the State of Kansas Banking Commission. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather, son and brother, and will never be forgotten. His father, Joseph, preceded him in death. Survivors: wife, Elaine; son and daughter-in-law, Troy and Kristie; daughter and son-in-law, Renee and Roger Carter all of Wichita; mother, Eleanora of Quinter; brother, James of Minnetonka, MN; grandchildren, Caden and Jace Nedbalek, Shayna and Kayla Carter. Memorial to American Lung Association, 4300 Drury Lane, Topeka, KS 66604.
