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Fugate, Ann (Aldrich)
Fugate, Ann (Aldrich), died April 17, 2003. She would like to be remembered as a good wife, mother, grandmother, founder and friend. We will remember Ann for her grace and determination. Celebration of Life Service, College Hill United Methodist Church, 2:00 pm, Monday, April 21, 2003. Private graveside service.
Ann was born in Enid, Oklahoma in 1937. She was the only child of Fern Portwood and M.A. ‘Al’ Aldrich and the stepdaughter of Bernice P. Aldrich. She attended school in Snyder, Oklahoma, Amarillo and San Antonio, Texas, and graduated from Carlsbad, New Mexico High School in 1955. She attended Christian College, University of New Mexico, and graduated with a degree in fashion arts from Oklahoma University in 1959. She and Justus H. Fugate, Jr. were married in 1959. She enjoyed a long association with the Junior League of Wichita. As a League project she concluded the state needed a Planned Parenthood chapter. In spite of its controversial nature at the time, Ann founded the Wichita chapter, and served three terms as its first President. In 1998, she was honored at the 25th Anniversary Celebration as the Founder of Planned Parenthood of Kansas. Also in 1998, Ann was honored in the Wichita State University Plaza of Heroines “for the lovely spirit that shines through to everyone whose life she touched.” The same year she was selected for the Daniel Caliendo Jr. “Life Worth Living Award” which goes to someone who has served as an outstanding example to the disabled community. When she accepted the award, she stated “I never thought of myself as handicapped.” She enjoyed many summers in New Mexico with family and friends. Other interests included needlepoint, cross stitch, travel, reading, scrapbooking, cooking and entertaining. University students lived and worked in her home for over 30 years. She was an inspiration to them. These students included Laura S. Bornholdt – the daughter she wished was her own.
Ann is survived by her husband of 43 years, Justus H. Fugate, Jr. She is also survived by her son, Kenneth J. Fugate and wife Nancy K. Fugate. Grandchildren are Alexander J. Fugate and Benjamin C. Fugate. She is also survived by Mrs. Justus H. Fugate, Sr., Brauch and Judy Fugate, Jane B. Fugate and Gilbert Sanchez. She is also survived by her aunt Doris Jean McLaury of Snyder, Oklahoma and her cousins Shane, Dana, Lisa, Gina & Penny. She enjoyed a long relationship with her nieces and nephews: Joseph B. Sieverling, David J. Sieverling, Christy F. Jacobs and Mary Ann Fugate. She was a blessing in the lives of her god children – Marie H. Porter, Justin S. Hibbard, Christie R. Reniger and Christopher S. Jaeckel. Ann was a member of the Wichita State University Society of 1895 and has an endowed fund at its foundation.
Memorials may be sent to: Planned Parenthood of Kansas (& Mid-Missouri), 2226 E. Central, Wichita, KS 67214; College Hill United Methodist, 2930 E. 1st, Wichita, KS 67214; Wichita State University Foundation, Ann A. Fugate Endowment, 1845 Fairmount, Wichita, KS 67260. Downing & Lahey Mortuary East.
Socha, Edmund J.
Socha, Edmund J., Sr., born July 31, 1917, in Watertown, CT. He entered military service in January 1941. He was commissioned second lieutenant in the Corps of Engineers in August 1942 and assigned to the 11th Armd. Div., 56th Armd. Engr. Bn. He was shipped overseas in December 1943 and was assigned to the Third Armd. Div., Co.C. 23rd Armd. Engr. Bn., England. During the Allied offensive in Europe, Major Socha and his platoon cleared over 1800 mines under intense enemy fire. During the Battle of the Bulge, Major Socha was responsible for liberating three Belgian villages. Major Socha was also a prisoner of war in Germany for a period of eight months. Awards include the Purple Heart w/cluster, Army Commendation Medal, European Theater Medal w/5 Campaign Stars, Belgian Croix de Guerre, Commendation Medal presented by the Chief of Staff, Republic of South Korea. Retired in 1961 from the Service at Ft Bragg. After retirement from the military, his career included Titan Program, and the NASA Apollo/Saturn Program, Kennedy Space Center. He also spent two years in Iran and was director of maintenance on King Faisal Naval Base, Saudi Arabia on the Red Sea. Married over 54 years to Bunny . They have two sons, Chuck and Ed; one daughter, Russette; eight grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren. Service 11:00 A.M., Tuesday, April 22, Downing & Lahey Mortuary East. In lieu of flowers, memorials have been established with Robert J. Dole Veterans Affairs Medical Center and Robert J. Dole Veterans Affairs Nursing Home, 5500 East Kellogg, Wichita, KS 67218 and the Kansas Humane Society, 4218 Southeast Blvd., Wichita, KS 67210.
Moyer, Adele L.
Moyer, Adele Lilian, 86, passed away on April 17th, 2003 in Wichita, KS. Adele was born on September 26, 1916 in Shaft, PA to Anthony and Mary Bernotski. As one of nine Lithuanian children she developed a sense for adventure at an early age. She became a Registered Nurse in the U.S. Navy where she met her husband Lieutenant Commander Ralph E. Moyer. Adele and Ralph were married for 57 years and raised four children. Devoted to her family and devout in her faith, she was actively involved at St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church. Adele was an avid golfer and spent many hours playing with her grandchildren and friends at McConnell AFB and Andover golf courses. She especially enjoyed gardening and caring for her many roses. A life long animal lover, Adele was worshiped by any creature that experienced her kindness. Adele is survived by her four children Gary, Chris, Joe and Michele, her grandchildren Colter, Drew, Lisa, Anne, Kristen and Kara, her son and daughter-in-laws Phil, Michele and Michael, her sister Stella and many other family members and friends. Rosary at 7:00 P.M. on Monday, April 21, and service at 10:30 A.M. on Tuesday, April 22, both at St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church. Memorials may be sent to St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church,1321 Stratford, Wichita, Kansas 67206 or The Kansas Humane Society 4218 Southeast Blvd., Wichita, Kansas 67210. Downing & Lahey Mortuary East.
Kodalle, Velva Loeta "Hanna"
Kodalle, Velva Leota “Hanna”, 87, of Wichita, Formerly of Derby. Died Sunday, April 20, 2003. Homemaker, Mother & Grandmother. Service 10:00 A.M. Downing & Lahey West Chapel. Graveside service noon, Memorial Lawn Cemetery
Arkansas City, both Thursday, April 24, 2003.
Survivors: Sons & Daughter-in-laws: Mark & Kathleen Hanna of Watsonville, Ca.; Rob & Kim Hanna of Wichita; Brother: Albert Newton of Arkansas City; Grandchildren: Aric, Aron, Jessica, Rachel & Makenzee Hanna.
Great-Grandchildren: Haylee, Brody & Candra Hanna. Preceded in death by husbands: Joseph Herbert Hanna & William E. Kodalle. Memorial Contributions to: Alzheimer Association, Sunflower Chapter, 347 Laura, Wichita, Ks., 67211-1518 and Comfort care Homes, 7701 E. Kellogg, Wichita, Ks., 67207. Downing & Lahey West Mortuary.
Balzerick, Janet B.,
Balzerick, Janet B., homemaker, died Sunday, April 20, 2003. Private family service. Survivors: husband, W.F.; daughter and son-in-law, Brenda and Kim Banta, son and daughter-in-law, Brad and Sara Ohlson, all of Wichita; four grandchildren. In lieu of flowers, memorials established with Kansas Society for Crippled Children. and Plymouth Congregational Church. Downing & Lahey Mortuary East.
Lewandowski, Regan Nicole
Lewandowski, Regan Nicole, nine month old daughter of David and Cheryl Lewandowski, died Tuesday, April 22, 2003. Memorial service 11:00 A.M., Saturday, University Congregational Church. Survivors: parents, David and Cheryl Lewandowski of Andover; sister, Paige Lewandowski and half sister Chelsea Lewandowski, both of the home; grandparents, Richard and Elaine Lewandowski of Atlanta, GA; grandmother, Judy Shirley of Wichita. Memorial established with Children’s Miracle Network, 959 N, Emporia, Wichita, KS 67214. Downing & Lahey Mortuary East.
Johnson, Willis Warren
Johnson, Willis W., “Bill”, 85, retired Boeing machinist, died Thursday, April 24, 2003. Visitation 6:00-8:00 P.M., Saturday, Downing & Lahey Mortuary East. Service 10:00 A.M., Monday, Mt. Olivet United Methodist Church. Interment 2:30 P.M., Askren Cemetery, Yates Center, KS. Survivors: wife, Ilene; daughters and son-in-law, Sharon and Hardy Hall, Linda Baker, all of Wichita; five grandchildren; twelve great-grandchildren; two great-great-grandchildren. Memorials established with Harry Hynes Memorial Hospice and Mt. Olivet United Methodist Church.
Van Pelt, Russell
Van Pelt, Russell, 44, Cessna Aircraft systems analyst, died Thursday, May 1, 2003. Visitation with family, 6:30-8:30 PM, Friday, Downing & Lahey West; memorial service, 2 PM, Saturday, Westlink Christian Church. Survivors: wife, Cynthia; daughters, Elizabeth & Emily of the home; parents, Garth & Colleen Van Pelt; brother, Steve Van Pelt, all of Wichita. Memorial to: Westlink Christian Church, 8810 West 10th, Wichita, 67212.
Catt, Mary Frances
Catt, Mary Frances, retired antique shop owner, died Wednesday, April 30, 2003. Service 10:00 A.M. Saturday, St. Vincent De Paul Catholic Church. Survivors: daughters and sons-in-law, Susan and Lee Haygood of Sedona, AZ, Jama and Michael Carney, and Joan Catt, all of Wichita; brothers, Robert Nelson and Lawrence Nelson, both of Seattle, WA; grandchildren, Kurt Brown of Dallas, Greg Brown of Queen Creek, AZ, Julie Brown of Aztec, NM, Jennifer Hurley of Bowling Green, KY, Amy Patrick of Wichita, Jody Mitchell of Orlando, FL and Erin Carney of Lenexa, KS; great-grandchildren, Joshua Hoy-Hurley and Olivia Mitchell. Memorial established with Starkey Inc., 4500 W. Maple, Wichita, KS 67209.
Prechtel, John E.
Prechtel, John E., 81, retired Insurance agency owner and real estate investor, died April 29, 2003. Memorial service, 2:30 P.M., Tuesday, Eastminster Presbyterian Church. John was a Captain in the US Army Air Corp. during World War II. He was active with the Community Planning Council, United Way, Wichita Area Girl Scouts, Assoc. of Kansas Independent Insurance Agents and Rotary. He was on the founding board of Wichita Collegiate School. Survivors: wife, Peg; son and daughter-in-law, John and Leslie of Wichita; daughter and son-in-law, Margaret Mangum and Derek Wallentinsen of San Pedro, CA; sister Barbara Wehrle of Denver, CO; four grandchildren and one great-grandchild. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the John Prechtel Memorial Fund at Wichita Collegiate School, 9115 East 13th, Wichita, KS 67206. Downing & Lahey Mortuary East.
Hutson, Gregg D.
Hutson, Gregg D., 56, Cap Carpet credit manager, died Friday, May 2, 2003. Memorial service, 10:00 AM, Wednesday, Harvest Community Church. Survivors: wife, Debbie; son, Shad of Goddard; daughters, Heidi and Kristi both of Wichita; brother, Andrew of Wahoo, NE; sisters, Mary Hutson of Lincoln, NE, Sue Stewart of Fairbury, NE; 3 grandchildren; several nieces and nephews. Memorial to Harry Hynes Memorial Hospice, 313 S. Market, Wichita, KS 67202. Downing & Lahey Mortuary West.
McCulley, Michael W.
McCulley, Michael W., 53, of Maize, Kansas, beloved husband, father, brother, and friend, passed away Friday, May 2, 2003. Visitation with family, 6:30-8:30 PM, Sunday, Downing & Lahey Mortuary West; a celebration of life service, 3:00 PM, Monday, Westlink Christian Church, 8810 W. 10th, Wichita. Born in Bryan, TX, he grew up there and later attended Texas A&M University. He completed his undergraduate degree at Arkansas State University and his Master’s at the University of Arkansas at Little Rock. He also had a degree as a registered nurse, meeting his future wife at their tenure at St. Joseph’s in Fort Worth, TX. After marriage, they moved to North Little Rock, raising their four children there before being led to Wichita in 1994. Mr. McCulley spent his entire career in Catholic healthcare serving at St. Joseph’s Hospital in Bryan, TX, St. Joseph’s in Fort Worth, St. Bernard’s in Jonesboro, AR, St. Vincent’s in Little Rock, and most recently at Via Christi Regional Medical Center in Wichita. At Via Christi he was honored twice with the Mission and Ministry Award recognition. He will be remembered most for his winning smile, his love of people, his sense of humor, his deep appreciation for the things of God, and his devotion to his family. Preceded in death by: parents, William and Jean McCulley; stepmother, Mary McCulley. Survivors: wife, Darlene; son, Michael; daughters, Carol, Ellen and Laura; brother, Eddie, Wichita; sister, Julia Linnstaedter, Jonesboro, AR; stepbrothers, John K. Ward, Lake Jackson, TX, James M. Ward, Bryan, TX; stepsister, Julia A. Harrell, Albuquerque, NM; mother-in-law, Dorothy Nell, Maize. Memorials to, Westlink Christian Church Building Fund and I’m Third Foundation, Branson, MO.
Sweet, Richard "Dick"
Sweet, Richard “Dick”, 70, retired Cargill grain merchant, died Friday, May 2, 2003. Memorial service, 11:00 A.M., Tuesday, May 6, 2003, Downing & Lahey Mortuary West Chapel.
Survivors: wife, Frances of Wichita; son, Joseph Allyn Sweet of Lawrence, KS; daughters, Emily Welbaum of Wichita, Vanicia Edwards of Broken Arrow, OK, April Sheppard of Urbandale, IA; mother, Geneva Sweet of Franklin, IL; brother, Harry Sweet of St. Louis, MO; sister, Anne Roberts of Fairfield Bay AR; four grandchildren. Memorial to Hospice Care of Kansas, 3140 E. Victor, Wichita, KS 67208.
Hamilton, Gary William
HAMILTON, GARY WILLIAM, 47, died Sunday, May 04, 2003. Services 11:00 A.M. Friday, May 9, 2004, Downing and Lahey East Chapel.
Survivors: Former wife: Kimberly ; Son: James Selby Hamilton; Daughters: Claire Elizabeth Hamilton; Emily Margaret Hamilton all of Wichita. Father and Step-mother: Selby William Guy and Linda Hamilton; Sister: Eleanor Warwick Hamilton all of Harrogate, England. Memorial donations to: Mental Health Assoc. of South Central Kansas, 555 N. Woodlawn, 67208.
Beardsley, Vivian Hockett
Beardsley, Vivian Hockett, 77, retired nurse, died Tuesday, May 27, 2003. Visitation 6:00-8:00 P.M., Friday. Service 11:00 A.M., Saturday, both at Downing & Lahey Mortuary East. Survivors: son and daughter-in-law, Robert and Shirley Beardsley of Kechi, KS; daughters and sons-in-law, Nancy and Glenn Howard of Wichita, Linda and Curtis Cooper of Denton, TX; five grandchildren; six great grandchildren.
Gebert, John D. "Jack"
Gebert, John, D. "Jack", 70, a lifelong resident of Wichita, died May 26, 2003. He was born September 18, 1932, to Albert and Lillian Gebert. He graduated from Cathedral High School and Stanford University with a degree in Business Administration. He attended Stanford on a football scholarship. He married Stephanie Drake Gebert on June 28, 1955, in Wichita, KS. He served as a 1st Lt. in the United States Army. He was President of Miro Flex Company and Associates Oil and Gas and served two terms as President of Young Presidents Organization (YPO). He is survived by his three sons, Steven of Wichita, Ks, Christopher of Hermosa Beach, CA, and Daniel of La Quinta, CA, and two grandchildren, Kelly and A.J. of Wichita. A rosary will be said at St.Thomas Aquinas Church on Thursday, May 29, 2003 at 6:00 P.M. Services will be held at St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church on Friday, May 30, 2003 at 10:30 A.M. Burial Will be at Ascension Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the American Cancer Society or the American Diabetes Association.
Wasson, Robert F. "Bob"
Wasson, Robert Forrest, "Bob", age 44, WSU geology major, died Tuesday, May 27, 2003, while on a geology field trip in Pueblo, Colorado. Service At 2:00 P.M., Saturday, May 31, 2003 at Downing & Lahey Mortuary East, 6555 E. Central, Wichita. Bob was a 1977 graduate of Wichita Southeast High School. He had returned to school, was in his senior year at Wichita State University, also serving as a teaching assistant in the geoloty department, and had planned to pursue his master's degree in geology following graduation. Bob was also an avid golfer and amateur musician. He is survived by mother, Lillian Wasson, father, Don Wasson, step-mother, Sharon Wasson, all of Wichita; children, Ashley and Matt Wasson of Watauga, TX; sister, Vee of Hurst, TX; brothers, Gregg Wasson of Wichita and Andrew Wasson of Hurst, TX; grandmother Vivian Wasson of Tucson, AZ. The Bob Wasson Memorial Scholarship Fund has been established with WSU Geology Department, c/o Dr. Collette Burke.
Urban, B. Wayne
Urban, B. Wayne, 58, retired Consolidated Freightways terminal manager, died Thursday, May 29, 2003. Vigil service, 7 PM, Sunday; service, 10 AM, Monday, both at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic Church. Survivors: sons and daughters-in-law, David W. and Joanie Urban and their children, Michael, Jack and Annie; Colby and Jana Urban and their children, Isaac, Tristen, Makalah and Jillian, all of Wichita; brothers, Terry and Rick Urban of Wichita; sisters, Sharon Brown of Wichita, Vicki Byrd of Keller, TX, Jane Hilger of Wichita; Memorial established with Hospice Care of Kansas, 3241 E. Victor Pl., Wichita, KS 67208. Downing & Lahey Mortuary West.
Farha, Darla Thomas
Farha, Darla, Thomas, 62, homemaker, philanthropist and resident of Wichita for 40 years, died Fri. May 30, 2003.
Visitation: 6:00 – 8:00 P.M. Monday, June 2; Downing & Lahey East Mortuary.
Service: 10:00 A.M. Tuesday, June 3, Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints.
Survivors include: husband; S.Jim Farha, Sons; Mark S. Farha of Dallas, TX, and Todd S. Farha of Tampa, FL. Daughters; Maria Farha Blewster, and Tiffany Fasrha – Oaks, both of Phoenix AZ.
Brothers; Delano Thomas, Provo, UT, Yale and David Thomas, both of Salt Lake City, UT. Sister; Charmaine Blanco, Bountiful, UT.
Memorials have been established with:
Victory in the Valley
917 N. Market
Wichita, KS 67201
Harry Hynes Memorial Hospice
313 S. Market
Wichita, KS 67202
Hope Net Inc.
2501 E. Central
Wichita, KS 67214
See, Jane, Kathryn
See, Jane Kathryn, homemaker, community volunteer and resident of Wichita for 50 years, died on Saturday, May 31, 2003. Jane was born on May 10, 1922 in Billings, Montana, the daughter of Paul and Eva Jane Neitz. She attended Northwestern University, Potsdam State Teachers College and Wichita State University. She married John See on June 10, 1944 in Rye, New York. The couple moved to Wichita when John accepted a position with The Boeing Co. where he retired in 1985.
Jane’s life was marked by extensive community and volunteer activities donating countless hours to Veteran’s Hospital, Via Christi, St. Francis, St. Joseph and our Lady of Lourdes. She served on the inital board of directors for Monica House, a home for adjudicated youth and was a loving foster parent Jane was instrumental in starting Wichita’s first River Festival and remained actively involved for years.
Jane was known for her loving and caring attitude for her family, friends and community and her never ending sense of humor. She loved all animals in nature and by last count she had over fifty bird feeders in her backyard which were never empty.
She will be greatly missed by her family and friends whose lives she touched. She is survived by her husband, John A. See, her son, John A. See, Jr. of Wichita, her daughter, Jary Shay of Lake of the Ozarks, Mo., her grandson, Case Gilbreath of Lake of the Ozarks, Mo., her brother and sister-in-law, Jack and Harriet Neitz of Clarence, N,Y.
A Rosary for Jane will be held on Tuesday, June 3 at 7:00 p.m. at St. Thomas Aquinas, 1321 N. Stratford, Wichita. Funeral services will be held Wednesday, June 4 at 10:30 a.m. at St. Thomas Aquinas, Wichita. Interment to follow at Ascension Cemetery, 7200 E. 45th St. N., Wichita.
In lieu of flowers, please send memorial donations in Jane’s name to Harry Hynes Memorial Hospice, 3132 S. Market, Wichita, 67202, Via Christi Foundation, 929 N. St. Francis, Wichita, 67202.
