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Neva Madill Obituary
February 25, 1927 - April 30, 2025
Wichita, Kansas - Neva Maurine Madill peacefully passed away on April 30, 2025. She was Born on February 25, 1927, in Hallett, Oklahoma, she was the daughter of Orville Wesley Hart and Catherine Maurine (Durenberger) Hart. Neva grew up alongside her siblings, Wilford, Wayne, and Donna Jean.
A graduate of Blackburn High School in Oklahoma, playing basketball. In 1948, she married the love of her life, Wayne J. Madill, with whom she shared 65 years with.
Neva worked as a PBX operator for the telephone company. Her artistic talents flourished through decades of china painting and sewing, creating treasured pieces admired by many. A devoted member of Tyler Road Baptist Church for 60 years.
She donated an incredible 66 gallons of Apheresis to the Red Cross, reflecting her deep commitment to helping others.
She is lovingly survived by her daughters, Cathy (Madill) Trulove and Carol (Madill) Molz; grandchildren Ellie Macy (Matthew), and Calon Trulove (Andrea); great-grandchildren Gwyneth DeHaven, Matthew Macy, Brycen Trulove, Henry Trulove, Katelyn Trulove and Julia Macy; and a host of extended family and friends. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Wayne J. Madill.
A visitation for Neva will be held Monday, May 5, 2025 from 9 to 10 a.m. at Country Acres Baptist Church, 8810 W 10th St N, Wichita, KS 67212, followed by a funeral service at 10 a.m. followed by burial at Resthaven Gardens of Memory.
The family invites everyone to join them for a luncheon after the burial.
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Lana and Terry Tillotson
May 5, 2025
We are sorry for your loss. We remember her, your Dad and family from Tyler Road Baptist Church. Sweet memories and she had such a sweet smile.
June Busby
May 3, 2025
Soo sorry to hear of your mother's passing. I always admired both of your parents.
Jo Ellen Purkey
May 3, 2025
Carol and Cathy,
My mother, Margaret Wade, lived across street on Cheryl from your mom. They became friends and ran around with each other.......My mom has sinced moved. I'm so sorry for your loss.
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