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John Rawson Obituary
July 10, 2025
Wichita, Kansas - John Rawson, 85, retired salesman, died Thursday, July 10, 2025. Services scheduled at St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church. Preceded in death by his parents, Paul C. and Florence Rawson. Survived by his wife of 61 years, Mary Lou Rawson; daughter, Mary Margaret Rawson of Wichita; sons, Mark Adam (Michele) Rawson of Blue Springs, MO, John Michael Rawson of Loveland, CO; grandsons, Alexander John Rawson, Nathan Paul Rawson, and Jacob Michael Rawson. Memorials have been established with: Alzheimer's Association, Central & Western Kansas 535 West Douglas, Suite 150, Wichita, KS 67213 and Bishop Carroll Catholic High School, 8101 W. Central Ave., Wichita, KS 67212. Services in care of Downing & Lahey Mortuary - West Chapel. Share tributes online at: www.dlwichita.com
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Misty Erwin
January 4, 2026
Sorry to hear about the loss of John. He was such a good guy.
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