Endsley, Richard Eugene "Dick" 87, of Wichita, KS passed away Monday, December 28, 2015, at home with family in Wichita. Richard was born on Dec. 10, 1928, in Copeland, KS the son of Warren and Mary Jane (Ward) Endsley. Richard and Nell Endsley were united in marriage on June 20, 1958, in Douglass, KS. Together they celebrated 57 years of marriage. Richard graduated from Copeland High School in 1946 where he excelled in football and basketball. He was offered a scholarship in both sports to Garden City Community College where he attended until 1948, and later graduating from Wichita State receiving a BS in Business Administration in 1950. Richard then served for the United States Army during the Korean War from 1951-1953. In 1955, he began his career as a salesman with A.Y. McDonald until 1969 when he transitioned to Crane Supply, later becoming Hajoca, until his retirement of March 1993. He was preceded in death by his parents; brother, Earl "Pete" Endsley; sister-in law, Hazel (Endsley) Baker. Survivors include his loving wife, Nell (Held) Endsley; children, Janell Enderson of Kansas City, MO and her daughter, Rachel, Rick (Kathleen) Endsley of Wichita and their children, Wesley, Mckenzie, Emilee, Christopher and Mary Margaret, Shelley (Steve) Killinger of Topeka and their sons, Samuel and Austin; great-grandson, John Patrick; many nieces, nephews and cousins. Visitation will be held from 12-2 p.m. on Saturday, January 2, 2016, with Funeral Services following at 2 p.m. both at Lakeview Funeral Home, 12100 E. 13th St. N., Wichita. Burial will follow at Lakeview Cemetery, Wichita. Memorials can be made to the Wounded Warriors Project, PO Box 758517, Topeka, KS 66675, Kansas Humane Society or Interim Hospice of Wichita.

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Published by Wichita Eagle from Dec. 31, 2015 to Jan. 1, 2016.

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for Richard Endsley

19 Entries

Nancy Ketterman

January 8, 2016

It is a very sad time when we must say goodby to loved ones. Will be thinking of you during this time and always. Enjoy our phone time together, Nell, so will call you later. Nancy

January 3, 2016

I was a freshman when Richard was a senior at Copeland High School and remember well what an outstanding football and basketball player he was. My sincere sympathy to his family in their loss.
Alice Stude Wadner

January 3, 2016

I went to Copelamd High School and was a freshman when Richard was a senior and remember what an outstanding football and basketball player Richard was. My sincere sympathy to his family in their loss.
Alice Stude Widner

Krysti Carlson

January 2, 2016

Sorry for your loss. We were recently reminiscing about the Families on Pine street and Glendale at Donnie Brooks rememberence service.

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January 2, 2016

My deepest sympathy to such a wonderful family. Dick was such a gentlemen and great neighbor. The Endsley family couldn't be more caring themselves. My prayers are continuous. Zina Hoover

Harry Simpson

January 1, 2016

Rest Richard, until you hear at dawn,
the low, clear reveille of God.

Thank you for your service to this nation.

Kevin Brown

January 1, 2016

I knew Mr. Endsley's Daughter Janell..all my best to Janell and the entire Endsley Family, Kevin Brown

January 1, 2016

Greatest sympathies for Nell and the family in the passing of Dick, a great guy and friend. " Tom " Thompson. Denver, CO.

Paula Smith

January 1, 2016

Thinking about you, Shelly. Much love and light to you and your family..

December 31, 2015

They called him "Rubber Legs" when he played football for Copeland High - he was little and fast, and no one could hang on to him if they did catch up with him. My deepest sympathy to his family in this time of sorrow.

Jennifer Grill-Hudson

December 31, 2015

So sorry to hear of Dick's passing. Can honestly say that Dick and Nell were always two very special people. I am sure he will be missed so much by your family. Big hugs to you all!

December 31, 2015

Our deepest sympathy on the loss of your father.
Rick you look just like him. I love the pictures. That "Little House on the Prairie" is really neat.
And Chris looks just like Rick

John and Julie McKenzie

Luanne Moore

December 31, 2015

Lot of love and hugs to you Shelley.

Rose Eiesland Foster

December 31, 2015

My sincere sympathies to Shelley, Austin, Steve, little Sam, Nell and the rest of your lovely family. My prayers are with you all during this time... peace to all of you

Rhea Evabs

December 31, 2015

So very sorry for your loss. Thoughts and prayers are with you.

Bob and Sheila Cooper

December 31, 2015

Love and prayers.

Randy & HaI Held

December 31, 2015

Our sincere sympathy and condolences to Nell and the family. Dick had a kind soul and was a gentle and loving man. He certainly will be missed. May God Bless him as he transitions into heaven and awaits those who are mourning him now.

December 30, 2015

My heartfelt sympathies are extended to Nell and the family of my dear, great and long time friend. We competed in High School sports between Copeland and Satanta, We shared an apartment when I worked in Wichita. I was Best Man at the Wedding. We stayed in touch. He will be missed. Bob ("Tom") Thompson.
Denver, CO.

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