WILLIAM LEO DREES

1927 - 2014

William Leo Drees, 86, retired City of Wichita Engineer, passed away March 2, 2014. He went to join Mary, his loving wife of 62 years, who passed away just a few months ago. William was born October 30, 1927 in Hays, KS to William and Irene (Sullivan) Drees. He graduated from Sacred Heart High School in Salina, KS. He enlisted in the U.S. Army and served during WWII. After his discharge, he graduated from Kansas State University with a degree in Civil Engineering. William was a longtime member of St. Anne Catholic Church where he was a member of Harvest House and Knights of Columbus. In addition to Mary and his parents, he was preceded in death by his sister, Sr. Mary Agnes Drees. He is survived by his children, William E. (Betty) Drees of Overland Park, KS, Jean Snyder of Santa Barbara, CA, Tom J. Drees of Wichita, KS, Kevin P. Drees of Stillwater, OK, Christine A. (Thomas) Sanders of Hutchinson, KS, Nancy L. (Scott) Nixon of Frisco, TX, Rick J. (Marci) Drees of Wichita, KS; 13 grandchildren; two great- grandchildren; brothers, Paul and Francis Drees; sister, Ella Rita Weierman. William was a wonderful husband, father, grandfather and brother. He taught by example to be humble and unassuming. He was very proud of his children and loved to see his grandkids. He will be greatly missed. The family expresses gratitude to Via Christi at Riverside Village for the wonderful care of our Dad since our Mom's passing. Rosary 8pm, Friday, March 7, 2014 and Mass of Christian Burial 11am, Saturday, March 8, 2014, both at St. Anne Catholic Church. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests contributions to St. Anne Catholic Church. Condolences may be offered at www.devorssflanaganhunt.com