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Jerry Young Obituary

Jerry Young
December 31, 2022
Wichita, Kansas - Jerry George Young, 84, Electrical Engineer with Utility Help Net and Retired Executive for Westar, died Saturday, December 31, 2022. A memorial service will take place in Spring 2023. Preceded in death by his daughter, Debbie Kay Young; parents, Clem and Hattie Young; brother, James K. Young. Survived by his wife, Valerie Sue Young; daughters, Christine Young (Kelly Don Janzen), Kellie Ann (Ronald B.) Thompson; granddaughter, Erin Kellie Rust (Zak Wohlschlegel). A memorial has been established with: American Heart Association, 8918 W. 21st St. N. #248, Wichita, KS 67205. Services in care of Downing & Lahey Mortuary - East Chapel. Share tributes online at: www.dlwichita.com

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Published by Wichita Eagle on Jan. 4, 2023.

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Harold Farrier

December 29, 2023

We were friends for many years, as well as worked together. Best wishes to his family. Harold Farrier, retired KG&E (Westar).

American Heart Association

January 6, 2023

May your memories of the wonderful times you shared with your loved one comfort you and your family, today and always.

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