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1938
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Paul Longhofer Obituary
July 22, 1938 - November 21, 2020
Wichita, Kansas - Dr. Paul D. Longhofer, retired Wichita Public Schools administrator, died at home on November 21, 2020.
After beginning his professional career in Topeka, Kansas, he moved his family to Wichita in 1969 to become the Director of Employee Relations for the Wichita Public Schools.
Over the next 25 years he served as the Principal of Truesdell Jr. High School, North High School, and East High School, and as an Area Superintendent, and Assistant Superintendent and Clerk of the Board.
He was an active member and served as Vice President of the Wichita Downtown Rotary Club. He particularly loved the Rotary Reading is Fundamental program, and spent time reading to many classrooms across Wichita every year.
Dr. Longhofer was tireless in his service to the Wichita community. He was a founding member of Chapel Hill Fellowship United Methodist Church. He served on the Board of Trustees for Friends University and President's Advisory Council for Hesston College. He served on the Board of Directors of the Wichita Salvation Army, the Salvation Army Booth Home, and was a volunteer bell ringer for many, many years.
He served on the board of the Wichita YMCA and worked as a disaster volunteer for the American Red Cross Wichita.
He is survived by his wife of 60 years, Janet, and sons Kirk D. (Linda) and Stanley D. (Julie), both of Wichita, as well as four grandchildren and one great grandchild.
A family memorial service is pending. It will be streamed online. Details will be available on the Broadway Mortuary website. Burial is at Fairview Cemetery in Cheney, Kansas. Memorials have been established at Chapel Hill Fellowship United Methodist Church and the Wichita Salvation Army.
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Carol Webb
December 29, 2021
I taught at East High School during the time Paul was principal there. He was not only an excellent principal, he was personable every day, and always available if we had concerns. My thoughts are with his family during this difficult time.
April Lucas
November 25, 2020
Jan,
May the memories, love of friends, family, and your Faith carry you through your grief. I met both you and Paul at Chapel Hill. I knew that Paul was involved not only in our church, the Salvation Army, community leadership, but that he had held many positions in USD-259. But it wasn't until reading Paul's obituary notice, that Eddy and I realized, that Paul was likely the Principal at Truesdell when Eddy was a student there. I chuckled and told Eddy that it was a good thing he had been a well behaved student. Otherwise, Paul might have remembered Eddy's shenanigans from his youth. Today, as I was picking up items from a store, I saw and heard a Salvation Army bell ringer. My eyes teared up a bit, yet I managed a smile. I could picture, Paul. Hear him ringing...a heavenly bell now...see his beaming smile, and know of his committment. It is wonderful to think of how many people, Paul has had a caring influence on, with his many years of service. How many people he has gentlely guided, whether it be, directly or indirectly. I feel blessed to know Paul and you. Paul will be missed.
Barbara J. Firestone
November 23, 2020
I knew Paul as a professional for many years when he served the children in the Wichita Public Schools. Paul was well-respected and admired.
Deborah Ward Smith
November 23, 2020
Stan and family, I am so sorry to learn of your loss. I always enjoyed meeting Dr. Paul around town over the years. Even decades after my graduation from East High, he always remembered me and asked about my family. He will forever be a part of the fond memories I have of my senior year at East High. You have my prayers and sympathy.
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Chuck (Hogan) Schechner
November 23, 2020
Paul was a true people-person. He didn't know a stranger. As a reporter I was always confident that what he told me was exactly the way things were. My prayers are with his family.
Jeff Watkins
November 22, 2020
Dr. Longhofer hired me to teach Typing at North when I moved back to Wichita after college. Enjoyed very much being under his leadership. Thanks for believing in me.
Stan Davis
November 22, 2020
....A wonderful man who always helped our family in a caring, giving, loving and kind manner. Paul had a wonderful sense of humor and always brought a great positive influence to every situation. Annelies and I send our deepest sympathies to Jan and the whole family.
Much Love, Stan and Annelies Davis (Paul and Jan's cousins)
Shelly Trear
November 22, 2020
Paul was so blessed to have you, Jan, in his life through marriage for 60 years. I only met Paul once, as he was helping prepare for a lunch you were hosting. He seemed so kind. What an accomplished life he led. Sending you all my love and a hug Jan. Love, Shelly
Charlotte Roberts
November 22, 2020
Jan, Kirk and Stan, I have many wonderful memories of the years I work with Paul at East High. He was dedicated to his work, the Wichita community, his church and you, his cherished family. My deepest sympathy.
Pat and John Morton
November 22, 2020
Jan, Pat and I send our sympathy to you and your family. As you know, Paul and I worked together a number of years in USD 259 and his contributions will be remembered by me and many others.
Linda Niles
November 22, 2020
I had the honor and pleasure to work for Dr. Paul at East High. He was inspiring to work for and made our efforts there both rewarding and fun.
Shirley Segerhammar
November 21, 2020
Jan, Kirk & family, Stan & family, Was so shocked and saddened to hear of Paul's passing. Sarah and I have many wonderful memories of our old neighborhood and the Longhofer family is a big part of that. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you. Paul has gone from hard work to great rewards. May you be consoled by the memories he leaves and Gods loving promise of seeing our love ones again. May God Bless You All!
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