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Philip Pestinger Obituary

LAWRENCE - Pestinger, Philip Lee, 87, passed away September 16, 2013, peacefully at his home. Visitation will be September 26, 2013 from 6:00 to 8:00PM at Rumsey-Yost Funeral Home, Lawrence, KS. A Memorial Service will be held at Plymouth Congregational Church, Lawrence, KS on September 27, 2013 at 11:00AM. Rev. Dr. Peter A. Luckey will officiate. Phil is survived by his wife Rosie; two daughters Kim (Tracy Cook), Derby, KS, Joyce Marsh (Dave Droge), Princeton, KS; son Jay (Sara Pestinger), Overland Park, KS; six grandchildren; two great-grandchildren and 3 step-sons, (all of Wichita). Memorial contributions can be made to Plymouth Congregational Church of Lawrence.

Published by Wichita Eagle on Sep. 22, 2013.
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I have a lot of good memories of Coach Pestinger from playing basketball at Piper. He was a man of honor and integrity and taught us a lot more about sportsmanship than just excelling at the game of basketball.

Bob Glidewell

January 18, 2014

I knew "Coach" Pestinger from my days at Piper High School. He was a fine man and we all looked up to him.

Ed Buck

September 27, 2013

I was so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.

Steven L. George

September 23, 2013

My condolences to Kim, Joyce & Jay. Your dad was "great" when we were in high school even though he was one of the school counselors! I really enjoyed living next door to your parents for a few years in their later years. I loved his gentle demeanor and great outlook on life!

Mary Grob

September 23, 2013

I first met "Pete" at Piper High School in 1960 when I joined the staff. We became fast friends and he was invaluable in shepherding this new teacher into the realities of H.S. in a rural area. He was good friend over the years and I'm sorry to learn of his death. He was a fine man, great humor and better insights. He will be missed by us all.

Fred McElhenie

September 23, 2013

Mr. Pestinger was always kind and a supportive, positive presence. Thank you for all of the memories. Condolences to Jay and all of the family.

Valerie Peaslee-Earhart

September 22, 2013

September 22, 2013

We remember Mr. Pestinger well when he came to Winchester, Kansas to coach at Winchester High School in 1955. Known then as Pete, he coached Allan Reynolds, who later played in the first Super Bowl for the Kansas City Chiefs. A very nice Coach and Friend.

Raymond Riley

September 22, 2013

Sara Pestinger

September 22, 2013

I still remember our van rides with Max Rife to Perry Lake to go skiing. We were always in safe hands. You were the kindest man Mr. Pestinger and we will miss you horribly.

Ronda Hassig

September 22, 2013

Mr. Pestinger is one of the teachers we will all be remembering at the LHS, Class of '73 reunion this week. Best metal shop teacher I ever had!

Scott Burkhart

September 22, 2013

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