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Lance Fairbairn Obituary
He was born February 19, 1966, in Garden City, Kansas. He was the son of Dr. Leighton and Marilyn Fairbairn. Lance attended school from elementary to high school in Garden City, Kansas. He then went to Central College in McPherson, Kansas for two years and on to Friends University where he graduated with a business degree.
Lance started his career in sales at Mass Mutual Insurance; Century Manufacturing; bought a franchise of Hoodz in Wichita; and SunPro/ADT.
He had a passion for music and worshiping the Lord. In high school, Lance was involved in bell choir and MYF at church. In college, he sang in the Singing Quakers, The Living Faith, and Master Arts Chorale. He was presently singing/worship group of Life Change Church, which meant a lot to him.
Lance was active in a small group/bible study group. This group was a very important part of his life. All these people embraced him with love and strong friendships.
An important part of his spiritual life was to lead music/worship at the Men's Retreat at Spring Valley Ranch in the last few years.
Lance was the chapter leader for Healing Strong in Wichita. He along with Lisa Simmons were chosen from all of the United States to make the music recording for the organization.
As a father, he loved and cherished his children Asher, his son and Giya, his daughter very much. He made every effort possible to be a part of their lives whether family, school or sport activities. He is very proud of his two wonderful, now adult children.
Lance is survived by his son, Asher, his daughter Giya, both of Wichita, Kansas. His siblings Scott (Sheri) Fairbairn of Edmond, OK, Jan (Jim) Scott of Dodge City, KS, Brad (Kathy) Fairbairn of Cornelia, GA; Nephews & Nieces include Sean (Amanda) Fairbairn of Edmund, OK, Kelli (Will) Stackable of Fort Collins, CO, Eric (Paige) Fairbairn of Sullivan, Mo, Michael (Megan) Fairbairn of Cornelia, GA, Matthew Fairbairn of Clayton, NC, Jordan Gwaltney of Doge City, KS, and Tanner (Meggie) Scott of Houston, TX; and many great nieces and nephews as well. Lance is preceded in death by his parents Dr. Leighton & Marilyn Fairbairn; a brother Kyle Fairbairn; and a nephew-in-law Kevin Gwaltney.
A celebration of Life service will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Saturday, February 7, 2026, at Life Change Church, 10225 E. Kellogg in Wichita, Kansas. An additional Celebration of Life service will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Thursday, February 12, 2026, at Garnand Funeral Home in Garden City, Kansas. Burial will follow at Valley View Cemetery in Garden City. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made in Lance's name to Life Change Church in Wichita for the Worship Arts department. Condolences may be given at garnandfuneralhomes.com.
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Brad Boots
February 4, 2026
Lance was the very first friend who taught me to walk out my faith. Through many bible studies, campouts, youth events and YoungLife meetings he was there to pray with me, encourage me, and correct me when I needed it. We shared a lot of laughs and a fair amount of tears. We cruised Main Street on Friday nights and spent hours sitting at a table at McDonalds talking about how wonderful our God is. He was the encouraging brother I needed. I'm not real sure who I'd be if he hadn't sewn into my life during high school but I do know I would be a much lesser man today. Life took us to different places after high school and our lives moved on but I always knew that if I reached out to Lance, he'd be there.
Mark Donovan
February 3, 2026
So very saddened to hear about Lance passing. Enjoyed singing with him at WEFC many years back. He was a joy-filled worshipper of our Heavenly Father. Look forward to singing again with him in heaven!
Lynnette Bernasconi
January 28, 2026
I am so sorry to hear of Lance´s passing. You don´t know me, but I knew his grandmother, Frieda Fairbairn, when she lived in Claflin, KS. She and my grandma, Caroline Dressler, were next door neighbors. I remember her garden and most of all baking and decorating cookies in Mrs Fairbairn´s kitchen. And I remember her talking about Leighton. My mom, Virginia Klepper (died 12/3/24) and he were classmates. Mrs. Fairbairn always talked fondly about Leighton. I know this is supposed to be about Lance but when I saw the Fairbairn name, I just had to share!
From the obituary, I can certainly tell Lance was an amazing man. What a wonderful thing to know Lance had such a close relationship with the Lord. He will truly rest in peace. My condolences to the entire Fairbairn family.
Paul
January 27, 2026
Lance was a true encouragement to others, demonstrating joy beyond his circumstances. His smile will be missed.
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