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Maxine Goracke Obituary
June 18, 2025
Wichita, Kansas -
Maxine I. Goracke, 90, homemaker, passed peacefully into eternal life, surrounded by her family on Wednesday, June 18, 2025. Funeral Mass was held on Saturday, June 21, 2025, at St. Phillip Catholic Church, Hope, Kansas. Preceded in death by her husband, Dwane Joseph Goracke; parents, Ira and Mildred Haas; sons, Max Dwane Goracke, Donald Dean Goracke; daughter, Donna Jean Goracke; and sister, Morine Kempin. Survived by her children, Sandy Jaggers, Cindy (Marc) Langlois, Doug S. (Jamie) Goracke, Rodger D. (Brenda) Goracke, Shelly R. (Chad) Reida, Troy J. Goracke; twenty-eight grandchildren; fifty-seven great grandchildren; and four great-great grandchildren. A memorial has been established with: Good Shepherd Hospice, 7829 East Rockhill, Suite 403, Wichita, KS 67206. Services in care of Downing & Lahey West Mortuary. Share tributes online at: www.dlwichita.com
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Marty Cornejo
June 23, 2025
The Goracke Family,
I/we are sorry to hear the news of Maxine, our family were neighbors and St MM parishioners as well. Great memories of always being outdoors playing and always wanted a red mini bike like the boys, I´m still in fear of the spider monkeys:) More importantly Mrs. Goracke was the nicest and welcoming Mom in the hood. Thank you for your kindness to all us rugrats and the memories Maxine!
Julie McCullough
June 23, 2025
Cindy, Sandy, Doug and to all the Goracke family,
You are all in my prayers and I am sending heartfelt thoughts to you all. Your mom was so sweet and kind. It's been many years since I have seen her, but kind people always stay on your heart. Cindy going to St. Margaret Mary and growing up together, I was glad Helen reconnected us. May God wrap His arms around you all!!! Blessings!!!
Julie Talbot McCullough
Martha Newman Findley
June 22, 2025
Sandy and family, may your mom RIP. She was my girl scout leader at St MM. Always enjoyed being around her.
Phyllis Fuhr
June 21, 2025
I´m so sorry to hear of Maxine´s death. We were in the same Guild at St MM and she nearly always hosted the Xmas party. She had so much fun doing it and so did we. Again I send my prayers and sympathy to all of you.
Patricia Black
June 21, 2025
Troy, and family, am so sorry for the loss of your loved one. Just cherish the memories you have, and hold them close to your heart. Fly with the eagles Maxine, your now at peace...
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Jun
20
Rosary
7:00 p.m.
Downing & Lahey West Mortuary
10515 W. Maple, Wichita, KS 67209
Jun
21
Funeral service
10:30 a.m.
St. Phillip Catholic Church
114 North Main Street, Hope, KS 67451
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