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John M. LaFever

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Cozine Memorial Group - Broadway Mortuary

1147 South Broadway

Wichita, Kansas

John LaFever Obituary

LaFever, John M. 86, joined his Heavenly Father on January 1, 2017. Visitation with family is 6-8 p.m. Friday, January 6, at Broadway Mortuary. Funeral service is 1 p.m. Saturday, January 7, at Country Acres Baptist Church. John worked a number of years with Western Lithograph and Pioneer Balloon. He was very active in church, Bible studies, Young Life, Crown Ministry, and he loved playing golf. He was a dear friend and encourager to many people. John was preceded in death by his first wife of 44 years, Jan Johnson LaFever; daughter, Renee LaFever; parents, Robert U. and Lula Maud LaFever; brothers, Ralph and Robert LaFever; and sisters, Nita McCune and Maxine Elliott. He is survived by his wife of 17 years, Alene Oneale LaFever; sons, Brad LaFever and Kent (Paula) LaFever; stepson, Evin (Tracy) Oneale; stepdaughters, Heather (Jason) Albertson and Erin (John) Wright; grandchildren, Shelby (Tyler) and Cory LaFever; and step-grandchildren, Maureen and Emery Oneale, Ben, Daniel, Josh and David Albertson, Allie (Joe) Wylie and Sarah Ensminger; and two step-great-grandchildren. Memorials have been established with Harry Hynes Memorial Hospice and Country Acres Baptist Church. Share condolences at www.CozineMemorial.com. Services by Broadway Mortuary.

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Published by Wichita Eagle from Jan. 4 to Jan. 6, 2017.

Memories and Condolences
for John LaFever

18 Entries

Arthur Allen

January 10, 2017

Alene, Brad, Kent, Paula, Shelby & Cory Thinking and praying for you all during this time of loss and sadness. As God greeted John with his open arms, may you all feel His love and comfort. So many memories with you all brings a smile. Love you, Artie

Mark Eldridge

January 9, 2017

John was one of my favorite men of God. Always enjoyed his Sunday School class with Jan. He was Godly, but also had a great sense of humor. We always loved taking to each other about golf, and exchanging stories. My prayers go out to Kent & Brad. May God continue to comfort you. I hope you're encourage to know he's with our Savior now. If there's a golf course in Heaven, he'll be there.

Terry Unrein

January 8, 2017

John was a great man who loved and served his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. He was devoted to his family, loved his fellow man, was always kind and gracious, and willing to help at the drop of a hat. He was a man worthy of emulation. John will be greatly missed, but not forgotten!

Dorothy Klein

January 6, 2017

Alene and family. I am so sorry of your loss. John was a really nice man. He will be missed.
Dorothy Klein of the Financial Guardian Group.

Gary Jones

January 6, 2017

Brad and Kent, I am so sorry for your loss. My family has such fond memories of growing up with Jan and John and the entire family. Remembering he countless times I spent with the family at your home or ours brings back the images of the smiles and laughter that was always present when we were together John will always be remembered as a great man and father. God speed John.

Chris and Carol Brown

January 6, 2017

Kent, Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this time of loss.

Daryl Robillard

January 5, 2017

Good man, dear friend!

"Rejoice and be glad, for your reward in heaven is great - Matthew 5:12

Sam Dennis

January 5, 2017

in the early 70s John made difference in my young life. As a model of Christian faith and faithfulness, he inspired me. When I moved to Dallas in January of 1976, John's example as a Christian employer and businessman became signposts for me in building my business and leading others. Becoming a deacon in my church, once again it was John whom I thought of when times for response required much of me. Then, when called back to vocational ministry, rekindling a calling that had originated from my days at Olivet, once again it was John - and others like him - whom I sought to help in planting our new church. As Gordon Dorian counted on John, I counted on dozens of other's just like him, the results of which are now etched into eternity. Heaven is his reward. He is with Christ. And by God's grace we will see him again.

Lisa (Berwick) McNiel

January 5, 2017

So grateful to have known John, Jan, and Renee, and am grateful they are reunited. Brad and Kent, I'm sorry for your loss, and share in your celebration that this is your family, your legacy.

Jon Swayze

January 5, 2017

I first met John when taking a Crown Ministries course he taught at IBC 15 years ago. I later enjoyed sharing the same Sunday School Class "Faithful Followers" at CABC. He was very knowledgeable of Scripture and enjoyed his input at class discussions. John was always very friendly and spoke whenever we met. He will be greatly missed, but know we will see & speak with him again in Heaven.

Ed and Sandy Hooper

January 5, 2017

Brad and Kent. We are sorry for your loss. John and Jan are some of our fondest memories at Olivet. Praying for you and your family.
Ed and Sandy Hooper

Dana Ferrell

January 5, 2017

So grateful another one is safely Home. What a life he lived, all for love of Jesus! I ache for the loss you feel but rejoice with him and all he has gained. Philippians 1:20-21. I pray for God's amazing grace for us to finish well.
I love you, Alene and am praying for you and all of yours.
Dana Ferrell

January 4, 2017

Alene and family, So sorry to hear of your loss of your loved one. May God's presence surround you at this time and throughout the coming times. Fannie Goldsmith

January 4, 2017

Sorry to hear the news that John had passed. I remember those precious days at Oliver. Many wonderful memories with the LaFever family. What a reunion we will all have again! My condolence to the family! Ann Conley

Dr. Mark, Julia(Julie Wilkinson)& Charles Burson

January 4, 2017

Peace be with you John as you are now in heaven with our lord and savior . We will miss you as we miss Renee and Jan. You , Jan and Renee have played such a large role in my life and memories will be cherished forever. Blessings and prayers to family.
In his love

Gary Endicott

January 4, 2017

We love you all and will greatly miss John as we do Renee and Jan. Till we all meet again!

Wayne Roberts

January 4, 2017

Alene & Family,
I was saddened to learn about John's passing. I worked for Pioneer Balloon in the Wichita office, but had a chance to work with John on numerous occasions. He was a good guy that will be sorely missed. My thoughts and prayers are with you and the family.

January 4, 2017

Brad and Kent. Sorry to hear about your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your families. Leroy Leep

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