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Lloyd Wilbert Obituary

Wilbert, Lloyd J. 88, loving husband and father, passed away Thursday, March 24, 2016. Rosary, 7 p.m. Tuesday, March 29; Mass of Christian Burial, 10 a.m. Wednesday, March 30, both at St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church, 861 N. Socora in Wichita. Lloyd retired from Southwestern Bell Telephone and was a World War II veteran who was active in Telephone Pioneers, Knights of Columbus #4118 and Talking Books for the Blind. He loved spending time with his family, golfing, bowling and playing cards. Preceding him in death were parents, Albert and Alice Wilbert, 3 sisters and 4 brothers. Survivors: his wife of 66 years, Donna; children, Warren (Judy), Kenny (Jeannie), Judy Lawson (Kent), Paula Espinoza (Tony), Brian (Tara); brothers, Calvin of Derby, John of Shawnee; 14 grandchildren; and 5 great-grandchildren. Memorials established with Good Shepherd Hospice, 7829 E. Rockhill, Suite 403, Wichita, KS 67206 and Alzheimer's Association, 1820 E. Douglas, Wichita, KS 67214. Downing & Lahey Mortuary West. Online tributes to the family via www.dlwichita.com

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Published by Wichita Eagle from Mar. 27 to Mar. 28, 2016.

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Ashley

April 1, 2016

Dear Wilbert Family,
I am very sorry for your loss. I really did enjoy getting to know him and the rest of the Wilbert family. We sure do miss him here at Catholic Care.
Ashley (Activities Girl)

Mary & Mike Corrigan

March 30, 2016

Dear Judy and Warren,
Mike and I have your family in our prayers. I know how difficult your Father;s death will be on your family. Thinking of you and offering our prayers for you.

Martha (Foster) Riedmiller

March 29, 2016

My deepest sympathies to the entire Wilbert family. Praying for peace to find comfort, courage to face the days ahead and loving memories to hold in your hearts.

Aurora Mendoza Perry

March 28, 2016

Dear Wilbert Family,
I am sad to know of your loss. Thinking and praying for all of you! Peace to all.

With much love- Aurora

Leanna Dreher

March 28, 2016

Dear Donna and Judy my heart goes out to you both and your families, I am sorry to hear about sweet Lloyd's passing. All though he is not here with you now, know he is living his life once again in heaven. With deepest condolences to you all.

Tresa Miller

March 28, 2016

My sympathy and prayers to the Wilbert family. Lloyd was a great friend to my parents Ann and Arnold Miller. Lots of fun memories with your family. I'm sorry I wont' be able to attend his services, I send my prayers.

Dave & Lynn Porter

March 28, 2016

Paula and Tony,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

March 27, 2016

Aunt Donna and all our cousins (his children) we have so many memories of this kind and gentle uncle. Chris and Susan McDonald

John and Tina Neppl

March 27, 2016

Our thoughts are with you all.

Cynthia Reep-Hall

March 27, 2016

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Joni Parker

March 27, 2016

Godspeed. All my prayers for the Wilbert family. Rest in peace Mr. Wilbert.

Harry Simpson

March 27, 2016

Fair winds and following seas sailor.

Thank you for your service to this nation.

March 27, 2016

Donna and family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in this time of grief . We have many fond memories of our associations with the Wilbert family when you lived in Winfield.
Joan and Jerry Aistrup

Tom Hoffman

March 27, 2016

Kenny,

So sorry to here about the loss of your Dad. May God's comforting grace and mercy be with you and your family during this time of loss.

Janet Warfield

March 27, 2016

Paula sorry to hear about your dad. Take care.

Robert Runberg

March 26, 2016

Dear Wilbert Family,
I am so sorry for your loss. I still see Lloyd as the consummate SWBT leader that he was. He will be in the best of company. God Bless.

Robert Runberg

Jan Paschal

March 26, 2016

Dear Judy & Warren - Our hearts go out to you and your daughters and their families - and to dear Donna and all the Wilberts - over your loss of such a loving husband, father and grandfather, and brother/brother-in-law. We picture Lloyd teeing up on the fairways in Heaven - and celebrating this Easter season with the Lord. Love, Jan Paschal & Jack Fitzgibbon

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