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Devona Downs Obituary

MAIZE-Downs, Devona F. 79, retired school bus driver for USD 266 in Maize, passed away Sunday, June 12, 2016. Celebration of Life Service, 10 a.m. Thursday, June 16, Northwest Christian Church. Preceded in death by parents, Fay and Mae McKillip; brother, Lamoine McKillip, and brother-in-law, Harold Richards. Survived by children, Deb Ramsey, Beverly Rash, Connie Hampel (Mike), Scott Downs (Monica) and Kelly Lee (Vance); sister, Delores Richards; sister-in-law, Betty McKillip; 8 grandchildren; 6 great-grandchildren. Memorials to Northwest Christian Church, 10850 W. 21st St. N., Wichita, KS 67205 and Good Shepherd Hospice, 7829 E. Rockhill, S-403, Wichita, KS 67206. Downing & Lahey Mortuary West. Tributes to the family via www.dlwichita.com

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Published by Wichita Eagle from Jun. 14 to Jun. 15, 2016.

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Bill and Arlyn Smith

June 16, 2016

Deb, I will always remember her sweet spirit as we worshiped and worked together at NWCC. I pray that you will have many sweet memories and thankful that she knew Jesus.

Jenny Campbell

June 16, 2016

Deb,
I didn't realize Devona was your mom. So sorry for your loss. Jenny

Susan Hale

June 15, 2016

Connie I am so sorry for your loss. I remember going to your Mom's often when you lived in Maize. I will pray for you and your family during this hard time.

Becky and Dan Kennedy

June 15, 2016

Bev, We are so sorry to hear of the loss of your mom. Wishing you peace to bring you comfort, courage to face the days ahead and loving memories to hold in your heart.

Michelle Martin

June 14, 2016

We will miss Devona! She was such an inspiration to us and we always enjoyed visiting with her. We are glad to know that we will see her again someday.
May God bless and comfort her family.

Gary, Michelle & Cora Martin

Jayni Reinhard

June 14, 2016

Connie, Scott, Kelly, and family:
I am sorry to hear of the loss of your mother. It was a blessing to know her. Keeping you all in my thoughts and prayers.

Bill Hayford

June 14, 2016

Scott, Kelly

Sorry to see this.

God Bless

Stephen Allen Webb

June 14, 2016

Scott, sorry to hear of your Mother's passing,

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