Upcoming Events
Oct
1
Rosary
10:00 a.m.
St. Catherine of Siena Catholic Church
3642 N. Ridge Rd., Wichita, KS 67205
Oct
1
Funeral Mass
10:30 a.m.
St. Catherine of Siena Catholic Church
3642 N. Ridge Rd., Wichita, KS 67205
Services provided by
Downing & Lahey Mortuaries & Crematory - West WichitaJames Loehr Obituary
Rosary will be at 10:00 a.m., Funeral Mass will be at 10:30 a.m., both on Wednesday, October 1, 2025, at St. Catherine of Siena Catholic Church, 3642 N Ridge Road, Wichita, KS 67205.
Jim was born on September 13, 1941, near Goddard, Kansas. He devoted his life to faith, family, and hard work. A mason by trade, he built not only with brick and stone but with integrity and care, laying foundations that will endure for generations. In1970, he founded Jim Loehr Masonry Construction a company that continues to thrive today under the guidance of his children and grandchildren- a testament to his vision, craftsmanship, and dedication.
Jim was a man of devout Catholic faith, a 4th degree member of the Knights of Columbus, always generous with his time and talent within his community. He was known for sharing his love of gardening, and his homemade salsa, beef jerky, and wine. Jim built more than walls – he built a legacy of love, faith, and family that will endure in the hearts of all who knew him.
James is preceded in death by his parents, Anthony and Josephine Loehr; sisters, Betty Rausch, Phyllis Loehr; and brother, Pete Loehr. He is survived by his loving wife, Geri (Heimerman) Loehr; daughters, Kim (Scott) Brown, Karla Loehr, Kristi (Justin) Glover, and Karin Seiler; nine grandchildren, Derek (Catherine), Andrew, Aaron, Katlyn (Alex), Nathan, Hayden, Broden, Owen and Garrett; three great-grandchildren, Liam, Alice and Kooper, with two more on the way; brothers, John (Anne) Loehr, and Don (Joyce) Loehr.
In lieu of flowers, memorials have been established with: St. Catherine of Siena Catholic School, 3642 N. Ridge Road, Wichita, KS 67205 and St. Vincent de Paul Society, 11000 SW Blvd. Wichita, KS 67215
Services in care of Downing & Lahey Mortuary – West Chapel.
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Upcoming Events
Oct
1
Rosary
10:00 a.m.
St. Catherine of Siena Catholic Church
3642 N. Ridge Rd., Wichita, KS 67205
Oct
1
Funeral Mass
10:30 a.m.
St. Catherine of Siena Catholic Church
3642 N. Ridge Rd., Wichita, KS 67205
Services provided by
Downing & Lahey Mortuaries & Crematory - West Wichita