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Col. Giroux Obituary
October 28, 2021
Wichita, Kansas - Colonel Peter J. Giroux, 77, passed away Oct. 28, 2021. Long ago and against the odds, he survived as a POW in the Hanoi Hilton, after being ejected unconscious from the bomber he was piloting. His injuries and pains from that were lifelong, but one would never have known it. He made a career of serving his country and community. Peter's dying is a crushing blow to his survivors: his wife, Mareyn Giroux, his two sons, Patrick Giroux (Caterina), Chris Giroux (Cathy), five grandchildren and his brothers Thomas Giroux and Gerald Giroux. America has lost a true patriot. For a full obituary, go to www.dlwichita.com. Funeral services will be held at St. Vincent de Paul Catholic Church, in Andover, KS, on Friday, Nov. 12, 2021, at 11 a.m.
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Karen Callanan & Lamar Boyd
November 9, 2021
Our heartfelt condolences. We are grateful to have known him. Seeing him made a day better.
Harry Simpson
November 7, 2021
Rest Peter, until you hear at dawn,
the low, clear reveille of God.
Thank you for your service to this nation. Career U.S. Air Force, retired as a Colonel. Prisoner of War, Vietnam.
Ken & Cathy Shallue
November 7, 2021
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
Bob Lamkey
November 7, 2021
I will miss my dear friend. He lived a life of service to his Nation, community and most of all to his family.
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St. Vincent de Paul Catholic Church
Andover, KS
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Downing & Lahey Mortuaries & Crematory - East Wichita6555 E. Central, Wichita, KS 67206-1924
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