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Emma Kathyrn Swanson

1942 - 2026

Emma Kathyrn Swanson obituary, 1942-2026, Wichita, KS

BORN

1942

DIED

2026

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Core Cremation - Wichita

5025 East Kellogg Avenue

Wichita, Kansas

Emma Swanson Obituary

Emma Kathryn Swanson, 83 of Wichita, KS passed away on January 26, 2026. She was a wonderful woman, wife, mother and grandmother who was always thinking of ways to make life better for others. She was born May 17th, 1942 in Wichita, KS and was preceded in death by her parents Helen Houdek and Ralph Douglas, and siblings Jan Kelty and Duane Douglas. On September 25th, 1962 she married her beloved husband of 59 years, Lonnie Swanson then became an Executive Secretary for Bank of America. Affectionately known as "Kay," Emma had a special fondness for all animals and music, especially the voice of Elvis Presley. She is survived by her daughters Stacie Crass and Stephanie Qasim (Emad Qasim), granddaughter Alexis Crass (Guillermo Caro Sanchez), Grandsons Malik Qasim, Jace Crass and Jad Qasim. Funeral services will be held at Botanica, Lotus Room, on Thursday February 12th at 11:30 am. Thank you for making a beautiful life for all of us, you are forever loved and missed beyond measure.

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Published by Wichita Eagle from Feb. 2 to Feb. 3, 2026.

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Lone Rider

February 4, 2026

The Gospel message, "good news" concerning Christ and the way of salvation.

And just as it is appointed for man to die once, and after that comes judgment,
- Hebrews 9:27

Jesus said to him, "I am the way, and the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me.
- John 14:6

For "everyone who calls on the name of the Lord will be saved."
- Romans 10:13

Lenyse Koontz

February 3, 2026

I had the opportunity to work with Kay at BANK IV, and she was such a lovely, wonderful lady. To the family, my condolences on the loss of Ms. Kay, may God grant you peace in the days to come.

Pat Greenway

February 2, 2026

Stacy & Stephanie and families My condolences to you and your families on Kay's death. She was a wonderful person and will be missed by all. Keep your memories close, they do help.

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