In Memory of

2.   Randy Asher 
3.   Carol Banks
4.   Walter Brown
5.   Jeff Brunk
6.   Lois (Buff-Baile) Bruhn
7.   Jeannie (Murdock) Bruno
8.   Ron Camp
9.   Jim Carnoali
10.  Toby "TJ" (Bradford)  Cune
11.  Don Daniel
12.  Durand Dickerson
13.  David Dykes
14.  Mike Esher
15.  John Evans
16.  Rob Ferbert
17.  Cary Fincher
18.  Mike Fowler
19.  David Fryman
20.  Carolyn (Loiacono) Gaskins
21.  Robert Gast 
22.  Scott Gleber
23.  Debbie (Kearney) Goetting
24.  Ron Green
25.  Susan (Ditmars Sakata) Groebe
26.  Bessie (Daniel) Haines
27.  Roger Harmon
28.  Ron Herald
29.  John Hendry
30.  Ron Hill
31.  Bryan Holloway
32.  Clem Hughes  
33.  Robert Jarvis
34. Daniel "Dan" Kell
35.  Jerry Kenyon
36.  Mike Klinger
37. Linda (Hund) Kroll
38.  Dale Lambkins
39.  Jenny Leu
40.  Ernie Loewenstein
41.  Mike Lord
42.  Gayle (Meredith) McCune
43.  Alan Nelson
44.  Audie Neeper
45.  Doug Parker 
46.  Angela Patton
47.  Roy Phillips
48. David Pies
49.  April Porter
50.  Pat Rafter
51.  Richard Reed
52.  Wayne Rich
53.  Butch (Harley) Riedinger
54.  Steve Ringel
55.  Dennis Ruebhausen
56.  Kat (Dungan) Ryan
57.  Donna (Hedrick) Schmidt
58.  Kent Seeler
59.  Janet L. Sparks
60.  Doug Sprowls
61.  Tom Steinbach
62.  Susan (Lovelady) Thieme
63.  Denise (Cruce) Throckmorton
64.  Phil Tinder
65.  Jerry Wehking
66.  Howard Whatley
67.  Ruth (Chmidling) Williams
68.  James Wilson 
69.  Robert Woodward 
70.  Mark Wright
71.  Vic Yoakum
72.  Elizabeth Ann (Upchurch) Yunghans


 

Randy Asher

Randy G. Asher, age 64, passed away September 21, 2018 in Leavenworth. He was born November 14, 1953.  
 Randy was married to our classmate, Patty (Hodge) Asher for 44 years. They had dated since the 8th grade. They had two children, Jeff and Megan and six grandchildren. Randy owned Main Street AutoBody & Tow which went right along with his love of cars- restoring old cars and racing. He loved to attend and be of assistance at  the reunions. His big smile will always be missed.

 

 

Carol Banks passed January 2021. She went into the hospital in Kansas City and passed after a week stay.  Carol went to Anthony grade school and was always very quiet. She had one child and one granddaughter. Carol was looking forward to our 50th Class Reunion.

Walter Brown

Walter Brown, age 62 passed away November 15, 2016 in his home in Topeka, KS. He retired as a MSGT in the U.S. Air Force, he served from 1975-1996. He also retired from the State of Kansas and retired FedEx Courier. He loved barbeque and enjoyed fast cars and motorcycles - Harley Davidson to be exact.

Jeff Brunk, 64, passed away January 13, 2019 in Des Moines, Iowa. He was born June 26, 1954. Jeff enjoyed fishing, working on cars and riding his motorcycle. 

Lois Bruhn

Lois (Buff-Bailey) Bruhn, age 59, passed away November 2, 2013 at her home in Topeka in the presence of special friends.  Lois was born June 13, 1954 in Monroe, Nebraska.

Jeannie Murdock Bruno

Jeannie (Murdock) Bruno, 66 passed away. Barbara Jean Bruno was born on December 4, 1954.  Many called her Barbara but she went by many names, she loved each person in such a unique way.  She was diagnosed with end-stage renal disease in 2008 and underwent dialysis three times weekly for the past 12 years. She is survived by two children, six grandchildren, four great-grandchildren, three pets and and ex-husband who loved her untl the very end.

Ron Camp

Ron Camp was born on June 15, 1954 and passed away June 12, 2017. He was in the Army, was married and divorced, and had no children. He died very unexpectedly from congestive heart failure.  He lived in Leavenworth in the house that was his Mom and Dad's on Cheyenne.

Jim Carnoali, passed away June 16, 2006. He was married to Nancy Thompson.

Toby "TJ" Cune, age 68, passed on May 10, 2022 from cancer at her residence. TJ was born on April 13, 1954 to Joseph and Dolores (Spinner) Cune. She graduated Leavenworth High School in 197 and later that year Married Beverley Bruce Bradford Jr and were married for 43 years.  She was preceded in death by her husband Bruce Bradford. She is survived by her daughter, 1 grandson, 1 granddaughter and 9 great grandchildren.

Don Daniel, 27 died in an automobile accident while serving in the US Army.  Don was born June 6, 1954 and died on June 11, 1981.

 

On Sunday, October 9, 2022, Durand K. Dickerson fell asleep in death. He was 68 years old. He was born to James and Wanda Dickerson. Durand was a dedicated husband for 48 years.
Durand was one of Jehovah’s Witnesses for over 46 years. Above all else, he was dedicated to his ministry. He loved talking to others about the Bible. He ministered at the prison and was a mentor to many.
Durand owned and managed Dickerson Recycling for many years and provided service in Leavenworth, Lawrence, Topeka, Kansas City, St. Joseph and other locations. He was passionate about doing his part to ensure that others benefited from his work locally, nationally, and internationally. He also volunteered in food distribution at The Leavenworth Mission.
He is survived by his wife, Stephanie, his children, Robert Dickerson, Elaine Latt, and Hope Montenegro, his grandchildren Daunte, Kwrystal, Robert, Sarina, Janae, Jordan, Braxton and Reyna. He also leaves many great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews and cousins. Also surviving are his brothers, James Jr., Ronnie, Richard, Bingo, Robert, and Leroy, his sisters Patricia, Saluda Kitt, Carmelnita Fossum, and Laurice. He was preceded in death by his parents. The funeral discourse will be on Saturday, October 15, 2022, at 3 p.m. at the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses, 2500 10th Avenue, Leavenworth, Kan.

David Dykes

David Dykes passed away February 19, 2004.

Michael Esher

Major Michael Dale Esher. Retired USAF, passed away August 11, 2012 from complications from traumatic brain injury. Michael was born July 10, 1954 in Valley Forge PA to John D. Esher (deceased) and Nancy (Cocking) Esher. Michael graduated from Leavenworth High School in 1972. He attended the University of Kansas (1977), Webster University (1982), and Capital University Law School (1989). Michael entered the Air Force in 1977 and retired in 1993. He served August 1990 to September 1993 in support of Operation Desert Shield/ Storm. While in the Air Force he was awarded the Meritorious Service Medal, Air Force Commendation Medal, and the National Defense Service Medal. He always had a great love for all things aviation, and from the Air Force went to work for Raytheon Aircraft Company as the Contract Manager, Kansas City Aviation Department as the Deputy Director of Economic Development/Properties, Alaska Airlines as the Director of Properties, and Pierce County Public Works and Utilities as the Administrator for Airports and Ferries. Michael had a great sense of humor and could always make you laugh.

John Evans, 44. passed away of a heart attack on April 25, 1998.

Robert Ferbert passed October 22, 2006.

Cary Fincher

 

Cary Fincher, 52, passed away December 25, 2006 at his home in Mountain View, Hawaii.  He was a Kilauea Coffee and Macadamia Nut Co. owner and operator. 

William Lee Fisher,69, of Leavenworth, Kansas passed away on February 3, 2024. He was born in Leavenworth, Kansas on July 29, 1954 to William Carl Fisher and Ella May Gilbert Fisher.

He is survived by his wife, Dorothy Marie Fisher, sons, Alan Fisher, Justin Fisher, Brandon Fisher, and Stephen Fisher, daughter, Christina Casperson, eight grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews, daughter-in-law’s, Ruby Gowdy and Kaitlyn Renaud.

Celebration of Life will be held at Leavenworth Baptist Church, 746 Spruce St., on Friday, February 16, 2024 at 1 P.M. Arrangements entrusted to Davis Funeral Chapel.

Michael Fowler

Michael R. Fowler, age 55, son of Mary and Leon Givler, died July 20, 2009 of a malignant brain tumor at the Trinity Care Center in Bridgeport, TX.  He had been an Estes Park resident for the past 16 yrs.  He was last employed at the Meadow Mountain Girl Scout Ranch in Allenspark as property manager after managing Suburban Propane for a number of years.  Mike enjoyed sharing his time and talents helping his many friends in Estes area.  He loved his family, fishing, playing guitar, and singing.
 

David Fryman

David Fryman, July 10, 1954 - March 1, 2018. Born to Hershel L. and Virginia L. East in Leavenworth Kansas. Attended Leavenworth High School. Enlisted U.S. Marine Corp. 1973-1975. Survivors include sons, David L. Fryman (wife: Sabrina Utica. New York), and Justin L. Fryman (wife: Kelsey. Atchison Kansas), granddaughters Ella, Alexis, Carolyn, Madalynn, Brooklynn, four brothers Lawrence, Dale, Thomas, all of Leavenworth, Larry of Easton and sister Lisa Fryman-Wright of Easton, several nieces and nephews and large extended family.  David worked many jobs through the years; most recently he was employed by the Easton School District as a bus driver and custodian. David loved his children and grandchildren very much and will be sadly missed. David had many friends and will be missed by all who knew him.

Carolyn Gaskins

Carolyn Sue (Loiacono) Gaskins was called to be with the Lord on January 13, 2020, following a courageous battle with kidney failure. Carolyn ws born on September 5, 1954 at Saint John's Hospital in Leavenworth, KS to Russell and Zeta Gaskins. She married Ronald L. Stein with whom she had two daughters. Being a wife and mother  was Carolyn's true passion. She was an administrative assistant at KU Medical Center and lover her job and all her coworkers. She married Frank Loiacono in 2004 in Jamaica and they resided in Grandview, MO.

Robert Gast

 Robert Gast, 22, passed away April 8, 1977 from injuries sustained in a motorcycle accident.  He was born in Leavenworth on May 27, 1954 to Francis J. and Clara Metz Gast.  He was employed at the office of the city landfill. 

Scott Gleber

Scott Erick Gleber, age 60, of Bloomsburg, died at his home suddenly on Friday, September 20, 2013.  Scott was born on September 14, 1953. He graduated from LHS and furthered his education at the Louisiana State University and graduated in 1983 with a B.S. degree in Mechanical Engineering.  He was a self-employed contractor with the United States Air Force as a Senior Engineer with computer systems and data base programming. He is survived by his loving companion of 13 years and best friend for 44 years (Mary Hogan).

Deborah Goetting

Deborah  (Kearney) Goetting, 54, of Nortonville, Kan., died Saturday, April 18, 2009, at Medicalodge of Leavenworth. She was born Sept. 8, 1954, in Topeka, Kan., the daughter of Kenneth W. and Jean M. (Bradley) Goetting. Deborah worked at the Leavenworth VA Medical Center. She retired as Chief of Medical Services with 35 years of service. She enjoyed camping was a Nascar fan, enjoyed needlepoint, and was a K-State fan. 

 

Ron Green

Ron Green passed March 20, 2009.

Susan Groebe

Susan (Ditmars Sakata) Groebe, 57 passed away October 27, 2011 at NorthCare Hospice in North Kansas City.  Visitation will be held from 6-8 p.m. Thursday, November 3, at Mt. Moriah Terrace Park Funeral Home.  Celebration of Life service will be 5 p.m. Friday, November 4, at Park University Graham Tyler Memorial Chapel, 8700 River Forad, Parkville, MO.  Susan was born April 28, 1954 in Lawrence, Kansas to Marvin and Elsie (Davis) Groebe.  She married Dan Sakata on March 31, 1984.  She was a graduate of University of Kansas with A Bachelor's degree in Fine Arts.  She worked for Black & Veatch/HP for 30 years.  Condolences may be left at www.mountmoriahterracepark.com.  Mount Moriah Terrace Funeral Home, 801 NW 108th st., Kansas City, MO 64155.
 

Bessie Haines

Bessie (Daniel) Haines, 57 passed away in West Palm Beach, FL on Sunday, December 26, 2010 from breathing complications following the onset of a cold.

Roger Harmon

Roger Harmon, 55 of Tonganoxie, passed away May 13, 2010.  He was born July 20, 1954 in Leavenworth to Hugh and Marian Harmon.  He graduated from Leavenworth High School in 1972 and was a member of the LHS Marching Band, He attended the University of Kansas.  Roger worked as a produce manager for Apple Market in Tonganoxie until he retired.

Ron Hearld

Ron Hearld, age 63, was born October 1, 1953 and died April 24, 2016.  His sister, Pam said he spent his years traveling the country side as a truck driver.  His world was that and his dog Mojo.  He loved sports and making people laugh.  He was her favorite brother.  His ashes are buried at the VA National Cemetery, Leavenworth.  

 

John Hendry, 39, passed away January 16, 1994 in San Diego, CA. 
Per John's parents - John had a pulmonary condition when he was little, so was always very fragile, but ended up being the Handicapped Worker of the Year in the state of California one year. Hope Hennessey and John walked down the graduation aisle together. 

Ronald Hill

Ronald Dale Hill, 56, of Goose Creek passed away October 8, 2010.  He was a former electronics technician contracted to work at the Charleston Naval Shipyard.

Bryan Holloway

Bryan Holloway, 24, was born January 28, 1954 in Leavenworth, Kansas and died near Clairton, PA on March 15, 1978.  He had been a clerk-typist in the Coast Guard and was currently a student at the time of his death.

Clem Hughes

Clem Hughes passed away on January 5, 2022. He worked at O'Reilly Auto Parts store in Leavenworth. A friend posted a tribute to Clem.
"Lost a dear friend who's smile and attitude brightened everyones day that he touched." Clem was a sweet, sweet man - such a gem.

Rhonda (Quiroz) Ireland

Rhonda (Quiroz) Ireland passed away on December 1st, 2023. She was outgoing, friendly,charismatic, and a joy to be around. On November 21st she went into the hospital with an unknown infection attacking her brain. Her kidneys started to fail, as her body tried to fight the infection. She had a stroke in February/March timeframe and was too weak to fight off the infection. She lot the battle and peacefully died in the hospital.

Robert Jarvis

Robert Jarvis, 36, passed away December 18, 1990 in New York.

Dan Kell

Daniel "Dan" Kell, 65, of Leavenworth, KS passed away on April 26, 2020 at the Saint Lukes Hospital in Kansas City, MO. He was born May 26, 1954. He worked at the United States Federal Penitentiary for a combined 20 years, retiring in 2009. He also owned and operated Dan Kell Plumbing. He was married to Roxann Marie Dodd. Dan was know as the gentle giant who was fiercely proud of his kids and had an outlook on life of practicality. He never held back his opinions and with that you always knew where you stood with him. Dan never met a stranger and had a heart as big as his tall stature.

Jerry Kenyon

Jerry L. Kenyon, 55 of Leavenworth, passed away Saturday, June 19, 2010.  Jerry was born on July 20, 1954 in Leavenworth to Fred T. Sr. and Silva (Stevens) Kenyon.  He graduated from Leavenworth High School in 1972 and later enlisted in the United States Air Force.  After returning from service, he was a self employed contractor.

Linda Kroll

Linda (Hund) Kroll, age 65, was born August 11, 1954 and died March 14, 2019.  Her life story is attached. Linda worked for Leavenworth County in the Registrar of Deeds and City Clerk's Offices, then Municipal Court, and LHS as school accountant.  She retired in 2002.  

She was married to Rick Hund who preceded her in death.  She had two daughters, Brenda (Chuck) Driver of Leavenworth and Theresa (Bob) Conroy, Tonganoxie, six grandchildren and would have been a great Grandmother in May.  

 

Dale Lambkins passed June 1999.

Jenny Leu

Jenny Leu, 53, Leawood, Kansas, passed away November 1, 2008 at Menorah Medical Center after a brief illness.  Jenny was born in New York state and enjoyed traveling the world as an "Army brat".  She was a graduate of Drake University, Des Moines and devoted the majority of her professional life to sales management and marketing for the hospitality and hotel industry.

Ernie Loewenstein, passed away the week of June 24, 2021. Ernie was like a brother to many. RIP

Michael Lord

 Michael G. Lord, 49, died at his home in Kansas City, MO on Sunday, Oct. 27, 2002.  He was the son of Donald and Connie Doebele Lord.  He worked at Inkman's Grocery Store for 10 years and later as a nursing assistant at the Eisenhower VA Medical Center fo 20 years.  His most recent employment was at the Salvation Army in Kansas City, MO as a clerk supervisor.  He was survived by a son, Cristopher Lord.

Gayle (Meredith) McCune, 66, passed away on Tuesday, February 12, 2018. She was born September 22, 1951. She graduated from Leavenworth High School and is survived by two sons and 1 granddaughter. Gayle loved horseback riding. She rode cutting horses, competed in pole bending and barrel racing. She also enjoyed camping and fishing but would never bait her own hook.

Patrice (Robins) McCurley passed away on February 10, 2024.

Alan Nelson

Alan Nelson passed away May 20, 2013 in Western Iowa.  Alan lived in Lawrence, KS throughout his adult life.

 

6/24/2013 Per Barney Hubert....update on the memorial service for Alan.

The memorial service for Alan Nelson will take place at the Community Room of the Union Pacific Depot Visitor's Center (402 North 2nd Street--Directly across from Johnny's) in North Lawrence at 6:30 PM on Sunday, July 14th. Please share this information with others who might be interested in attending. Those attending are encouraged to bring a memory or story about Alan to share.

Audie Neeper, 58, passed away July 6, 2012.  He was born June 26, 1954.

Douglas Parker passed May 8, 2005.

Angela Patton passed January 27, 2004.

Val (Fitzhugh) Payne, passed away July 31, 2022.

Roy Phillips, 67,passed away on March 11, 2021 at his residence. He was born on November 30, 1953. He was an avid outdoorsman and spent most of his life fishing, hunting and raising chickens. When he wasn't admiring and exploring nature or spending time with famil and friends, he was reading westerns, watching wrestling and hanging out with his dog, JR. He was a gracious and a loyal person, and was a wonderful and generous father, brother, uncle, and friend. 

David Pies

David Pies, 27 was born November 28, 1954 and died August 4, 1982.

April Porter

April Porter passed away December 28, 2009.  She loved life and her friends and they were many!!

Pat Rafter

Patrick M. Rafter, 60 years old passed away Sunday January 4, 2015 at Mosaic Life Care.  He was born March 27, 1954 to Leaonard and Roberta Rafter.  He maried Deborah J. Perkins on May 8, 1990. He was an over the road driver for BRW Express for 20 years and attended Word of Life Church. 

Richard Reed, 52 passed away November 3, 2004.

Wayne Rich passed May 28, 2006.

Butch (Harley) Riedinger passed January 26, 2010.

Steve Ringel, 68, died at his home on Saturday, October 29, 2022. Steve was born on April 6, 1954 in San Antonio, Texas. He was a proud member of the 435th Supply Squadron of the United States Air Force. He had a long, successful career as a painting contractor "Ringel Painting". Golf was Steve's passion. Steve was a beloved companion, father, brother, grandfather, uncle, and friend.

Dennis Ruebhausen, 40.  Dennis was born August 30, 1954 and died October 22, 1994.

Kat Ryan

Kat (Ryan) Dungan, age 65, passed away April 4th, 2019 at about 10:40 from complications of ovarian cancer.  Kat fought a brave battle with her ovarian cancer.  She epitomized grace in handling her diagnosis, living with chemo, her disturbing prognosis, all the thoughts that come with dealing every day with her last day-last everything, the leaving of Gdog to fend for himself, and possibly not finishing the quilt she was making for her third grandchild coming in June. She loved, loved, loved her granddaughters, Irelyn and Charlotte. Kat lived her faith and reminded us what in life is really important.  She touched many lives with her calm, peaceful, loving demeanor, but also touched Julie Castaneda's, author of Dog Church.  Julie mentions Kat in her book and  thanks God for sending Kat to help her find balance in her hectic life and uncover her fun, creative side.  If you didn't know Kat, you will know her by the phrase written in her obituary by their son,  Chris ..."live simply, walk humbly, and love genuinely..."

Donna Schmidt

Donna Lou (Hedrick) Schmidt, passed away March 31, 2021. She was a graduate of Kansas State University and used her degree in nursing to help delvelop several Life Flight programs for different hospitals. This career led her to Florida where she eventually moved into the home health care sector, before enjoying an early retirement. Her great passion was running and her multiple marathons had her traveling and helping charitable organizations areund the world in her younger years.

Kent Seeler

Kent Seeler, 67, passed away on August 11, 2021. At the age of 46, Kent was the 335th person to receive a new heart at Barnes-Jewish Hsopital in St. Louis, MO. He said the transplant was good but not a perfect cure. He took a lot of medicines that were hard on his other organs and he spent a lot of time seeing doctors. Due to damage to his organs, he dealt with end-stage renal failure. His inspirational message from April of 2019: "Life isn't always perfect, but it is great to be alive, and we may not be happy, but we should always be grateful to just be alive.  I am thankful for all the days I have had and hope to see many more.  He said to please keep in contact and he would tell me all the processes that he had gone through.  Until then, keep smiling."  

Cheryl Simmons

 Cheryl Simmons passed away on April 16, in Pensacola, FL.

Janet Sparks

Janet L. Sparks, 67 formerly of Leavenworth, KS and Oklahoma City, OK passed away Sunday, February 9, 2020 in Platte City, MO. Janet was born January 19, 1954. In her early career, Janet worked as a correctional officer at KSP, Lansing, KS. She was one of the first female officers at the facility. She spent 32 years as a public servant for the State of Oklahoma and retired June 1, 2017. 

Doug Sprowls passed on June 28, 2022. He was the owner of San Diego Tax Company, Inc for over 35 years. He had extensive experience in tax and accounting and provided services to individual and small businesses that desire personalized attention and prompt professional results. He was an enrolled agent and authorized to represent taxpayers before the IRS.

Jerry Wehking

Jerry Dean Wehking, 38, of Atchison died August 24, 1992 in Kansas City, MO.  Jerry was born on April 20, 1954 in Horton, the son of Alvin and Edna Kuhnert Wehking.  He worked as a manager of the C&R Clothier, Los Angeles for several years before returning to the Atchison area.

Thomas Steinbach

Thomas W. Steinbach, 59 of Lansing, Kansas died Thursday, November 14, 2013 at a Kansas City Hospital. He was employed for 35 years in the steel industry. After retiring, Tom enjoyed working with handicapped children and driving the bus for them the past 7 years. He loved fishing, playing Santa Claus, and was a huge Harley Davidson and NASCAR fan.

Susan (Thieme) Lovelady, 40, passed away October 21, 1994 at Spelman-St. Luke's Hospital in Smithville, MO from breast cancer.  Susan worked eight years as a customer service agent at Hertz Rental Car Co. She is survived by her husband and two children.

Denise Throckmorton

Denise Throckmorton passed away on April 10, 2022. Denise was from the class of '73 but graduated early.  Her picture was in the '72 yearbook in the senior pictures.  Denise married Charlie Cruce and retired from Hallmark Cards. Her and her husband lived in Lansing, Kansas.

Phil Tinder

Phil Tinder, 66, passed away Sunday, January 10, 2021. Phil was born July 13, 1954 in Leavenworth.  He received his Bachelor Degree in education from the University of Kansas and was a huge Jayhawk fan. He maried Sharon Chartier and raised two children Jason Spiess and Amber (Spiess) Guiterrez. He was passionate about sports from coaching his children in a variety of sports and umpriring and referring sports for 40 years for the state and city. 

Rhonda (Quiroz) Ireland

Rhonda passed away in the afternoon on Dec 1st. Rhonda was outgoing, friendly, charismatic, and just a joy to be around. On November 21st she went into the hospital, with an unknown infection attacking her brain. Her kidneys started to fail, as her body tried to fight the infection, but simply was too weak to do so, after her stroke in Feb/March of this past year. She lost the battle and peacefully died in the hospital with her niece and her fiancee at her bedside, holding her hand.

Howard Whatley, 49, passed away November 3, 2003 in Richmond, VA.

Ruth Chmidling

Ruth (Chmidling) Williams, age 66, was born September 19, 1953 and died February 19, 2019.    Ruth was a member of our class, but graduated early with the Class of '71.  She worked as a Correctional Officer, CNA, CMA, Real Estate Agent, Child Care Provider, and an LPN.  She was married to Michael Chimidling.  She had five children and many grandchildren.  Ruth was quite the character and everyone she met gravitated to her. She was opinionated and not afraid to speak her mind, whether you agreed with her or not. 

James Wilson

Robert Woodward

Robert G. Woodward, 69, Leavenworth, passed away Wednesday, July 19, 2023. Visitation will be Wednesday, August 2, 2023, 5 to 7 pm at Davis Funeral Chapel. Funeral Service will be Thursday, August 3, 2023, 11 am at Davis Funeral Chapel. Burial will follow at Leavenworth National Cemetery.

William Mark Wright, 41, died Friday July 28, 1995 at his home.  He was born in Leavenworth, the son of William F. and Geraldine Draeger Wright.  He served in the U.S. Army from 1971-1974.

Vic Yoakum

Vic Yoakum, 65, of Topeka, KS went in the arms of his Savior at the Midlands hospice house Saturday, January 18, 2020. After graduation Vic went into the US Army and was stationed in Bamberg, Germany. Completing his service, Vic moved to Emporia, KS and worked for IBP until 1985. After completing training at the Flint Hills Vocation Training, he moved to Topeka, KS to work for the Topeka Emergency Communications. In 1991 Vic joined the YMCA as the manager of the massage therapy program until he started Back Issue Bodywork Therapy in 1995. Vic married K. Kelly Reed and they were both very active in their church. He is survived by his wife of more than 37 years.

Elizabeth Ann Upchurch

Elizabeth Ann (Upchurch) Yunghans , age 62 passed away December 14, 2017. Elizabeth was born March 16, 1955 in Leavenworth, KS. She was the daughter of John Oscar Yunghans and the late Joanne Elizabeth Wolfe Yunghans. She was part of the class of 73 but graduated in December 1972.