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Raymond Sewell Obituary

DERBY Sewell, Raymond Dale, age 75, retired Sewell Liquor Store owner, passed away Monday, Sept. 2, 2013. Memorial service 10 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 7, at Smith Mortuary, 1415 N. Rock Rd., Derby. Ray was preceded in death by his parents, Walter and Goldie Sewell. He is survived by his sons, Larry Sewell of Grenola, KS and Steve Sewell of Lenexa, KS; 4 grandchildren; brothers, Walter Sewell of Centralia, MO, Leroy Sexton of Clark, MO; sister, Mary Murphy of Independence, KS. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the American Cancer Society, 330 S. Main, Wichita, KS 67202. www.smithfamilymortuaries.com

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Published by Wichita Eagle on Sep. 5, 2013.

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Stacy Nadeau

November 2, 2013

Oh my heart aches to read this. I saw him many years as a customer where I worked. He always was so kind to order special things for our boss... Mr Sewell will be missed by many, including me.

Kevin Camblin

September 9, 2013

Between the video games and snakeskins in his garage, Ray's always been generous and himself. Our summer trips to KS were always something to look forward to. I will miss him, as will all the Camblin nieces and nephews. May God Bless Ray and his family.

Jimmy Newhouse

September 6, 2013

Larry, Steve and family.
May God bless Ray at the greatest ranch of all in heaven. I enjoyed the many conversations we had over the years and learned a lot from him as he plenty to tell. Derby lost a great pioneer and legacy to the city. I will miss him dearly.

Susan Mayberry

September 6, 2013

Steve and Larry, we are sorry for your loss. We are glad Chris got to share many happy memories with your family.

Bryan Sims

September 6, 2013

Ray, Larry, Steve, and Pasty, my second family for many years...our thoughts and prayers are with you...Ray was a good man and a good example who will be missed by all. Ray was a large presence in the Derby community and his memory will live on.

Tressa (Young) Kalivoda

September 5, 2013

Steve and Larry and to your family, I am so sorry for your loss. May your memories of time spent with your father help you with your pain.

Gayla Smith-Edminster

September 5, 2013

My thoughts and prayers are with you all. Ray was a good friend to many including my Dad, R.I.P. Ray you will be greatly missed!

Jerry & Laura Jacot

September 5, 2013

Steve and Larry, you'll be in our thoughts and prayers. Ray will be missed by many.

Greg and Donna Sewell

September 5, 2013

Our prayers to Larry and Steve and families during
this difficult time. Uncle Ray meant so much to
a lot of different people. We were blessed to
spend time with him at the ranch. His smile and
friendliness touched many hearts. We are thinking
of you.

Ken & Susan Mead

September 5, 2013

Larry, Steve and family,
Ray was a good man with a huge heart. I value the conversations and experiences I got to share with him growing up. He was aways one of my first visits whenever I came into town. Our trips to Derby will be forever changed. Our prayers, love and well-wishes go out to all of you. ~The Meads

Roy Brown

September 5, 2013

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. Condolences to all the Sewell family.

Former classmate Centralia MO

Sally Voldrich

September 5, 2013

My deepest sympathies to the Sewell family. Ray was a wonderful man. I will miss him dearly.

DesaRea Fitzgerald

September 5, 2013

You hold a special place in my heart and in the hearts of everyone who knew you. Rest peacefully in Heaven.

Hansen Retail Liquor

September 5, 2013

Very sorry to hear the loss of Ray. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you and your families. Ray was a great guy. Always had a smile on his face and a kind word. He now rests in eternal peace and in the hands of the Lord. May God bless you. ~~~Linda Hansen~~~

Sherri Jernberg

September 5, 2013

I love you Pop. You will be missed. My thoughts are with you Steve and Larry, and with all your families. I hope you will all find peace. Ray was a wonderful man and I was proud to call him my Pop. He was so very special to me. Sherri Jernberg

Tasha Schmidtberger

September 4, 2013

We love you Sugar Ray! I think everyone would agree that you had a heart of gold! You were a ray of sunshine! We will miss you bunches! Xoxo
"Love you lots"
Tasha & Mike Schmidtberger
Sydney Mook

Janice Caper

September 4, 2013

We were neighbors wit Ray Sewell for years. Sorry to hear of his passing. Our condolences to his family. Janice and Tony Caper

Elizabeth Mitchell

September 4, 2013

I love you Ray, you were the best boss ever. God bless you and yours.
Elizabeth Mitchell

September 3, 2013

Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Love, Heather Cruea and Hal Haymaker

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