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Frank Sulanke Obituary

DERBY Sulanke, Frank C. age 79, passed away Monday, July 9, 2012. Visitation 1-8pm with family present 6-8pm today at Smith Mortuary, 1415 N. Rock Road, Derby. Funeral service 2pm Wednesday at Woodlawn United Methodist Church, 431 S. Woodlawn Blvd., Derby. He is survived by his wife, Billie Sulanke; children, Michael (Rhea) Sulanke of Edmond, OK, Lori (Rick) Stevens of Phoenix, AZ, Joni Sulanke of Wichita, Rachael Sulanke of Wichita, Shannon Sulanke of Kansas City, KS and Jerry, David and Cindy of Jacksonville, FL; many grandchildren and great-grandchildren. In lieu of flowers a memorial has been established with the church. Send condolences via www.smithfamilymortuaries.com

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Published by Wichita Eagle on Jul. 10, 2012.

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Linda Jabara

July 13, 2012

Dearest Billie just found out, so sorry for your loss of Frank. You are in my prayers and thoughts. Will talk soon. Love Linda Jabara

Susan Roberts

July 13, 2012

Shannon and Family - I am so very sorry to have heard of your dad's passing. My deepest sympathy to you and your family. My thoughts are with you -

Lisa Rouleau

July 11, 2012

I so remember when our youngest, Caroline (only 5 or 6 at the time), told me that her favorite bus driver, Frank, had to retire because he had a broken heart. That is how I feel today. I hope you all know how much he was loved and how much we'll miss him!

Mary Ann Hildebrand

July 11, 2012

Joni, I am so sorry for your loss.

Harley Dyer

July 11, 2012

Billie, we were so sorry to hear of your loss. It was nice to run into you and Frank recently at breakfast and get to catch up. Miki and I are out of state at the moment, so we won't be able to make the services, but wanted you to know that you are in our thoughts.

Peggy Dunning

July 10, 2012

So sorry to hear of your loss. Frank was such a nice man. We were always happy when he was the driver for a bus trip. He will be missed.

Hal Martin

July 10, 2012

Heartfelt condolences to all of Frank's family. He lives on in all of you. A great man that lead a great full life because of you. Frank, may you rest the peace eternal.

Mike & Linda Omara

July 10, 2012

Praying for the Sulanke Family that you will find peace & comfort, knowing Frank is in the arms of our lord and Savior. So very sorry for your loss.

Nathan Thompson

July 10, 2012

Billie I am sorry for your loss I will miss frank
You are in my prayers

Karen DeWitt

July 10, 2012

I am so sorry for your loss Billie. Frank was such a sweet man. You are in my thoughts and prayers at this difficult time.

Megan

July 9, 2012

My favorite memory of Frank, is when he would take me, Rachel and Shannon to the skating rink in mulvane and afterwards to pizza hut! He was.such a kind hearted man. Would do anything for anyone. He taught me a lot about life and what it had to offer
My heart is full of sorrow with his passing but I know he is up above watching us with that smile. Rip my dear friend

July 9, 2012

I am sorry for your loss...prayers are with you Shannon and Rachael. Along with the rest of your family. Love Aunt Dondi

Jeff Clark

July 9, 2012

So sorry to hear of the loss. Frank was a great man and will be missed by all that knew him. My entire family sends their deepest condolences to the sulanke family

2nd granddaughter

July 9, 2012

We miss you grandpa! please watch over us, especially baby Joslynn. We love you! love, Alan, Lisa, John, Levi, Jarren, Lane, and Joslynn :)

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