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Galen Brown posted a condolence
Friday, April 7, 2017
I was very sad to hear of Les' passing.
We lost one of this life's treasures when Les passed. He loved to play Bluegrass music, and when he arrived at the jams he spent little time talking and would tell all of the musicians let's play music - I have just so much time until I have to start back home. And he kept the jam sessions rolling by suggesting we play this or that tune and various songs. I'll really miss him at the sessions.
He was very generous with his talents, too, made a wooden tool for me at his wood working class that worked like a charm in my repair shop. I tried to pay him something for it but he would have nothing of it.
God received a great man into heaven.
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Jim Cramer posted a condolence
Thursday, April 6, 2017
So sorry for your loss of Les, your memories are forever. We had a great time in H.S. full of memories. Our vocations took the same path but somehow we got lost in the shuffle. I have thinking you for several days and have missed the funny times. God speed friend.
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Nisha Unsell Hoffman posted a condolence
Wednesday, April 5, 2017
Diana, There was this tall, skinny freckle faced kid with a good smile and a great often funny way of looking at things. Les was good people, a good friend, and constant. That isn't something you pay that much attention to when you are a kid but it is one of the stand out things I remember. I remember the beginnings of a courtship in JCCC. Les would just be a part of the group and then you would come into the union and he just lit up. It was nice because we all felt Les deserved something, someone really special. I know you will miss him and carry him always in your heart. Each of us who knew him was the better for it. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Nisha
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Lana Grayum posted a condolence
Wednesday, April 5, 2017
I am so sorry to hear of Les passing. I know how difficult it is to give up someone who has been a great husband, father, and grandfather. Les was a good man who always brought a smile to my face. He will be missed.
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Brenda Dickson posted a condolence
Wednesday, April 5, 2017
Lane and family,
Was sad to hear of your dad's passing. I know he will be greatly missed by all of you. The many wood working projects he did for all of you will be treasurers along with all the memories you shared. You will be in our thoughts and prayers as you go through this time.
Greg and Brenda
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Diana Kirkman posted a condolence
Wednesday, April 5, 2017
I was so very sorry to hear of Les' passing, My sincere prayers and thoughts are with Diana and the family.
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Mark Myers posted a condolence
Tuesday, April 4, 2017
Mr. VanWinkle was my 7th grade Shop teacher at McKinley Junior High School in Coffeyville. "72-'73 school year. I had no contact with him after that school year. I'm writing today, to let you all know that I have never forgotten Mr. VanWinkle. I really enjoyed that shop class, and for many years, kept some of the cutting boards, metal address plates etc.that I made there. If my memory serves me correctly, I remember him being gone for kidney stone surgery. Mr. VanWinkle was never to busy to come in and help those of us with no talent for woodworking. It always seemed like he really enjoyed teaching us and through the rest of my H.S. and college years, I never forgot him. I am one of many former students who will always have great memories of him. He indeed touched many lives and will be greatly missed. My wife Kimberly and I will be praying for your family at this time.
Take care, Mark T. Myers
Overland Park, KS
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Phil Neely posted a condolence
Tuesday, April 4, 2017
My sympathies to the family. Les was my 9th grade basketball coach in 1969-70 and I have looked up to him and respected him since. He was a true gentleman, and when our paths crossed through the years he always had time for a kind word. He will be missed.
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Tuesday, April 4, 2017
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Sally Holliday posted a condolence
Tuesday, April 4, 2017
Diane, Lane, and David...and families: My heart goes out to you. Ralph knew Les well & thought so highly of him...and treasured their friendship. I know you will miss him so deeply and so constantly despite your faith and joy that he is with His Lord in heaven. Blessings!
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Marsha wilmoth posted a condolence
Tuesday, April 4, 2017
I am very sorry for your loss. You and your family our in our prayers. You need anything, I mean anything you call me and I will help you. My girls loved him and you know my Leslie love him. He always gave us hugs when we saw you guys. You had a great husband. You take care.
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Julie LaBarr posted a condolence
Monday, April 3, 2017
Prayers for your family during this difficult time.
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Judy Hiner posted a condolence
Monday, April 3, 2017
Diana, I am so sorry for your loss. May God be with you and give you peace.
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Traci Lumm posted a condolence
Monday, April 3, 2017
I am so saddened to read this obituary. I knew Les through the office I worked at and I really loved the conversations we would have. He brought us all cutting boards he'd made. He told stories of his family and wood working and of him and Diana in their younger years. I would've loved to had been his granddaughter! Working in a dental office, I got to know so many of our patients on another level and had some favorites. The VanWinkles were definitely a couple of my favorites. My heart and prayers go out to his many family and friends and hope his wonderful memories help heal your hearts.
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Kristi Magee lit a candle
Monday, April 3, 2017
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Steve Baker posted a condolence
Monday, April 3, 2017
Leslie and I grew up together in the grade school and Jr. High era. He was a great friend back then. He was a stand up guy. We were partners selling Grit papers every Saturday. Not a lot of money, but we grinded pretty hard to sell those papers. Unfortunately he broke his arm in 6th grade costing us the championship. He was by far the best player. He never quit on anything, even when I tried to convince him otherwise on a few deals. I was so sorry to hear of his passing. My prayers are with his family and friends. I remember in Boy Scouts he built his bird house and saw how bad mine was and built mine also. That's what kind of a guy he was. A really nice guy even way back then!!
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Sam and Diana Evans posted a condolence
Monday, April 3, 2017
Diana our condolences on the passing of your husband..We know he will be missed by his family and friends..He was the best and most funny boss that i have ever had.Will never forget the fun we had in Wood Shop..
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Willie and Debbie Stultz lit a candle
Monday, April 3, 2017
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Willie and Debbie Stultz posted a condolence
Monday, April 3, 2017
Your family will be in our thoughts and prayers. A man who was interesting to be around . He can now play in the big band in heaven.
Diane we will be thinking of you.
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Sharon Smallwood posted a condolence
Monday, April 3, 2017
Sorry for your loss Diane, hope you are doing ok!! Will be praying for your and your family!!Ny
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Lisa (Frey) Pollett posted a condolence
Monday, April 3, 2017
Lane, I am so sorry to hear about your dad. My prayers are with you and your family.
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Janice Tucker posted a condolence
Monday, April 3, 2017
Les was a fine gentleman and a great cousin. My love and prayers to Diane and family. God bless each one.
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Wanda King and family posted a condolence
Monday, April 3, 2017
You were a terrific caring husband,father and principle,you will be missed !!!
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Sally Dudley posted a condolence
Monday, April 3, 2017
Shanna I am so sorry for your loss, what an awesome man, which he helped mold you and shape you into the awesome woman you are today..Love you
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Max & Vicki Crocker posted a condolence
Monday, April 3, 2017
Diana and family,
We extend our deepest sympathies in your time of sorrow.
Max & Vicki
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Mike and Betty Baker posted a condolence
Monday, April 3, 2017
To Diane and family, we are sorry for the loss of Les. Like you, we know that he has been called home to be with the Lord. His struggles in life are now behind him and he is enjoying that glorious time he now has with God!
May God bless and keep you in his arms during this time.
Betty & Mike Baker
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Shirley Hugill posted a condolence
Monday, April 3, 2017
Diana, my heart hurts for you. I have such wonderful memories of Les, not only as an educator, as a friend as well. Prayers for your family!
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Dan Vernon posted a condolence
Monday, April 3, 2017
I was saddened to learn of the passing of one of the nicest, most Christian men I have had the pleasure to work with. Les was one of the best principals I had the fortune of being associated with in my thirty years of teaching music. I know he will be missed by the family, friends, and teachers he was a friend and colleague of. Thank you Les, for all you did for me and my students at Caney Valley Jr. Sr. High School. I hope to see you again some day. Dan
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Paul & Carol Fairbank posted a condolence
Monday, April 3, 2017
Diana....We are so sorry to hear about the passing of Les! He was a great guy....fun to be around and a great square dancer! I know he will be missed by so many. Our deepest sympathy!
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Bette Simpson posted a condolence
Monday, April 3, 2017
With my deepest sympathy and prayers, I am so sorry to hear about Les. Many good memories of Les and he was always so kind.
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