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Eleanor Brodie Obituary

Eleanor L. Brodie, 87, Topeka, passed away on Sunday, September 21, 2008 at Aldersgate Village. Eleanor was born August 11, 1921 in Des Moines, IA, the daughter of William and Dorothy (Syrett) Bachelor. She graduated from Roosevelt High School in Des Moines. During World War II, she worked at a munitions plant. She was the bookkeeper in her familys business, Dixie Carmel Corn Shop, and after working as an underwriter for American States Insurance Company for 28 years, she retired in 1983. Eleanor was very active as an auxiliary member with the VFW Philip Billard Post #1650 and the American Legion Post 400. She was a member of the Wayside Garden Club and the American Business Womens Association. She was also a great lover of animals. Eleanor married Eugene Brodie on June 12, 1947 in Des Moines, IA. He died December 23, 1973. She was also preceded in death by a brother and sister-in-law, Bob and Helen (Brodie) Lunnon. Survivors include cousin, Pat Saponari, Alpharetta, GA; nieces and nephews, Robert (Kay) Lunnon, Gainesville, TX; Dennis (Paula) Lunnon, Judy (Randy) Jones, and Susie Jones, Topeka; great nieces and nephews; Chrys Paschall, Paradise, TX; Carey Lawson, San Antonio, TX; Kevin Jones and Jennifer Engle, Topeka; Cory Jones, Palmer, AK; Julie Rand, Honolulu, HI; and 15 great-great nieces and nephews. Graveside services will be held at 9:00 a.m. on Monday, September 29, 2008 at Penwell-Gabel Cemetery. Eleanor will lie in state at Penwell-Gabel Mid Town Chapel after 1:00 p.m. on Sunday, September 28, 2008 and visitation will be from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. Memorial contributions may be made to Heart of America Hospice, 3715 SW 29th, Topeka, Kansas 66614 or Helping Hands Humane Society Building Fund, 2625 NW Rochester Road, Topeka, Kansas 66617. To leave a special message for the family online, visit www.PenwellGabel.com

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Published by Topeka Capital-Journal from Sep. 23 to Sep. 24, 2008.

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Chris Tyler

September 28, 2008

Eleanor has been a friend for more than twenty years. More than that, she was a true friend to my Dad during the last years of his life. I will always appreciate that. I will truly miss our leisurely vists. God bless you, Eleanor. Love, Chris & Rick Tyler Family

Peggy Howe

September 25, 2008

Eleanor was a very sweet woman that I enjoyed delivering meals to. She was first on our Meals on Wheels route and she always took the time to compliment us on something every time we saw her. She would remember the time before, even if it had been two months, and only a fleeting moment at her doorstep dropping off a meal.
May she rest in Peace with Jesus.

Elaine Ward

September 24, 2008

I worked with Eleanor at American States Insurance and know what a nice lady she was...I haven't seen her for a few years but always enjoyed talking to her when I did. I know you, her family will miss her.

With Sincere Sympathy, Elaine Ward

The Staff of Genstler Eye Center

September 23, 2008

Our deepest sympathies and prayers are extended to the family.

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