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Dawson Fields Obituary

Fields, Dawson "Freeman", 92, was born on November 9, 1921 in Sentinel, OK and passed away May 16, 2014. He was a WWII veteran having served with the Army Air Corps in Italy and Tunisia, North Africa. Dawson was a Mason, a member of West Heights United Methodist Church and a member of the Boeing Retirees Association retiring after 41 years on April 12, 1991 . He was both an active family member and resident of Reflection Ridge Senior Living. Dawson always had a positive spirit, touching the lives of everyone he met and becoming their greatest cheerleader. Dawson was preceded in death by his wife, Bernice and sister, Mary Alice Boone. His survivors include his daughters, Jana (Gregory) Utter and Rhonda (Phil) Hermanson and grandchildren, Alexandra S. Utter, Andrew G. Utter, Jeffrey K. Utter, Mary-Margaret Utter, Callie M. Riggs, Caden M. Riggs and Joel L. Riggs. Funeral service will be held 3 p.m. Monday, May 19, at West Heights United Methodist Church with visitation 1 hour prior to service. Memorial contributions may be made to Kansas Humane Society. "God's Grace To You".

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Published by Wichita Eagle from May 18 to May 19, 2014.

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Sheryl & Dick Drevo

June 1, 2014

Dawson you will be missed. You were my mom's neighbor (Vivian Weninger) at Reflection Ridge Retirement Community. She thought you were the best. Sorry we missed your services. Rest in Peace.

Joseph Schumock

May 19, 2014

I had the wonderful opportunity of meeting Dawson while working at Reflection Ridge Retirement Community. I was so sad to hear that he passed. He will be greatly missed and was an inspiration to everyone he met.

Laurie Nowlin

May 18, 2014

Despite his health challenges, Dawson was always so positive, friendly, and happy. He demonstrated courage in his own life, compassion for others, and had the biggest heart (and smile). He sang and played guitar (in his cowboy hat) at the R.R. Variety Show only a few weeks ago! :) I am blessed to have known him, even though for only a brief time. He was just a wonderful person who will be greatly missed by all.

Harry Simpson

May 18, 2014

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

Thank you for your service to this nation.

Dan and Becky Kennedy

May 18, 2014

Rhonda, Jana and family,

Our sympathy goes out to you during your time of grief. Dawson was a wonderful neighbor and friend. A life well lived, he will be missed by many. May you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends and may God's loving kindness comfort you and help you through this difficult time.

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