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Esther Opfer Obituary

Opfer, Esther L., was born Aug. 11, 1926, and passed away Sept. 7, 2014, with her daughter at her side. She was owner of KS Seismic Exchange and a former English teacher. Esther was a member of BPW winning a National Speech Contest and being named "Woman of The Year." She was also active in Geologists Wives, Petroleum Wives and UMW. She loved: playing bridge, tennis, pickle ball, gardening and most of all being a cool grandma. Esther was preceded in death by her husband, Elmer "Lucky"; son, Kip Chase; parents, Ray and Anna Lamb; brother, Lloyd Lamb. She is survived by her daughter, Shannon Hageman; grandson, Chase Hageman; brothers-in-law, Larry Opfer and Ray Opfer; sisters-in-law, Rosalyn Lamb, Mable Bogenrief, Anita Opfer; and nieces and nephews. Visitation with family 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday and funeral service 10 a.m. Friday, Sept. 12, both at Resthaven Mortuary. Memorials may be to YMCA of Wichita Women's Crisis Center, 1111 N. St. Francis, Wichita, KS 67214.

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Published by Wichita Eagle from Sep. 10 to Sep. 12, 2014.

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September 26, 2014

I loved the year I spent working with Miss Esther! Her bright eyes and warm smile always made my day! She was a wonderful woman both inside and out! She will be greatly missed. Her daughter and grandson are in my thoughts and prayers.

Leona Gladfelter

September 10, 2014

Enjoyed my friendship with Esther. She was a great person.

Esther and Elmer

Amy Weaver

September 10, 2014

Loved Aunt Esther. She was classy, kind, and witty. My aunt by marriage but she's part of my family. Will miss her! Can't wait for heaven to bring us all together again!

September 10, 2014

Shannon May god hold you and you family close and comfort you in this time of need, i really liked Esther so much she will be truly missed, let me know if there's anything i can do to help you GOD BLESS

Leon & Delores Hutchens

September 10, 2014

Shannon,our thoughts and prayers are with you and your son.

Miriam Fraser

September 10, 2014

Im so sorry for your loss... Esther was such a kind, loving and fun lady.. I pray that Shannon and Chase have comfort at this sad time. My thoughts and blessings are with you...

Laurie Stroda

September 10, 2014

My thoughts & prayers are with you, Shannon & Chase, as u say goodbye to your mom & grandma. May she rest in eternal peace.

Melissa Lamb-Peale

September 10, 2014

I have such great memories of all of us at the farm. Aunt Esther was always a caring, classy lady - yet a farm girl at heart. And a great cook! I'm sorry I can't be at the funeral, but I'll be thinking about you. May her memory always be a blessing.

Darla McKay

September 10, 2014

Such a wonderful lady! Praying for you Shannon and Chase that you find comfort in your many friends now with her loss. Remember you are not alone.

Deuteronomy 20:4
For the Lord your God goeth with you, to fight for you against your enemies, and to save you.

Brett and Kelly Eisenman

September 10, 2014

Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

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