Esther Lietz Obituary

Esther Lura Lietz, 107, of Topeka, passed away Tuesday, November 20, 2012 at Lexington Park Nursing Care, Topeka, KS. She had been a resident there 11 years. Esther was born Dec. 17, 1904 in Eskridge, Kansas, daughter of Wilson Henry Kasson and Cora Bell Connell Kasson. Early childhood and schooling were in Paxico, KS where she graduated from high school with honors in 1923. Esther attended Washburn College and Emporia State Teachers College in the twenties, and taught in a one-room schoolhouse in Wabaunsee County District 32, and the Paxico Grade School 1923-1927. Mrs. Lietz graduated from Washburn University in 1962, with a degree in Elementary Education, and taught 11 years at Topeka Lutheran School. Esther married Emil Paul Lietz May 8, 1926 in Kansas City, MO. To this union four daughters were born, three of which survive. They are Lura Lee Dryer, Sharon Kay (Harold) Eulert both of Topeka, and Reta Joan (Ron) Hamilton of Bella Vista, AR. Mary Lynne was stillborn in 1935. Emil preceded her in death Aug. 12, 1982. Other survivors include 8 grandchildren, 10 great-grandchildren, 4 great-great-grandchildren and many loving nieces and nephews. Esther was a member of St. John s Lutheran Church where she was active in Sunday school and Lutheran Women s Missionary League groups over many years and pianist for the choir. Services will be 10 a.m., Saturday, November 24, 2012 at the St. John s Lutheran Church, 901 SW Fillmore St., Topeka, KS 66606. Interment will follow at Penwell-Gabel Cemetery, Topeka. Esther will lie in state after 3 p.m., Friday, at the Penwell-Gabel Mid-Town Chapel, 1321 SW 10th Ave., Topeka, where the family will receive friends from 6-8 p.m. Memorial contributions may be made to Topeka Lutheran School Foundation, 701 SW Roosevelt, Topeka, KS 66606 or St. John s Lutheran Church. To leave a message for the family online, please visit www.PenwellGabelTopeka.com. Esther Lura Lietz

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Published by Topeka Capital-Journal on Nov. 21, 2012.

Memories and Condolences
for Esther Lietz

7 Entries

November 24, 2012

Esther you will be missed by all who knew you. you are in my prayers, love you.

Urve Kiik

November 21, 2012

Reta -- I am so sorry for you're loss . Your mom raised a wonderful daughter and I'm sure was very proud of you...God bless you and your family.
Urve Kiik Dallas, Texas

Beverly Powell

November 21, 2012

Esther (she told me to call her that the first time I met her in 1994) was one of my favorite neighbors. I enjoyed living next door to her on Story Street and our visits and many laughs. I was just talking about "Esther's tree" this week. She had the most beatiful tree in her front yard and it had the most wonderful colors in the fall. We all know Esther is home now and I look forward to seeing her again. She was a blessing to know and I am so glad she was my friend.

Jim & Dorothy Johnson

November 21, 2012

Thinking of all of during this time. Love to all of you!
Esther will forever be in our hearts.

Tammi Pierce

November 21, 2012

To Esther's family, I cannot begin to tell you how special that Esther was and always will be to all of us! Oh, the memories of visiting with her at her house with her cat, "Buff Carmelita",letting Katie play the organ, us playing cards with her,(boy, did she like to win!)-always saying the first hand never counted, to bid high! Dad was always over whenever she needed any carpenter work done. She always had a dessert to share with company! The wonderful visits at Lexington. She cherished the crocheted throw we gave her for her birthday,and always asked about everyone in our family,remembering all the kids and grandkids,like they were all her family! We will continue to keep all of you in our thoughts and prayers,not only during the holidays. May the wonderful memories of your gracious mom make you smile! What a wonderful and God pleasing life she led! I never have known anyone to be 107! She loved the Lord and was an inspiration to all who knew her! She is with the angels now! May knowing she is in heaven now give you peace! Sincerely, Tammi,Pat and Katie Pierce and Alfred and Lila Gooding

Linda Lietz Stanton

November 21, 2012

Aunt Esther was an amazing woman of strong faith and strong character. She never hesitated to share her faith in Jesus and proclaim his goodness. She helped make this life a little brighter for all the lives she touched, shared and loved. We'll miss you!

Jane & Harry Gibson

November 21, 2012

It was such a wonderful experience getting to know Esther. She was a remarkable, gifted woman. I will miss seeing her; she will live on in her children and grandchildren, great grandchildren and great-great grandchildren. With sympathy and God's blessings.

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