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Myron Laflin Obituary
He was born July 27, 1927, in Hutchinson, to Ralph E. and Lenora M. (Girard) Laflin. On March 17, 1950, he married Irene Willard in Little Rock, Arkansas, and she survives of the home. Myron is a member of the First Church of the Nazarene in Newton. He proudly served his country in the United States Air Force during World War II.
He retired as a lab inspector for Underwriters Laboratories. He was a member of the South Central Kansas Mustang Club, and he enjoyed attending car shows and showing his 1972 Mustang. Family was very important to Myron, and he looked forward to spending time with his loving family and many friends.
Myron is survived by his wife, Irene of the home; daughters, Sharon and her husband, Bill Hanley of Newton, Ruby Summus of San Diego, California, and Diane Burroughs. He is also survived by one brother, James Laflin of Santa Maria, California, and six grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by his parents; one sister, Lois Cowling; and one brother, Phil Laflin.
Funeral service will be 10 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 15, 2014, at First Church of the Nazarene in Newton, with Pastor Charles West presiding. Visitation will be 5 to 9 p.m. Friday evening at Petersen Funeral Home. Burial will be in Greenwood Cemetery, Newton.
Memorials are suggested to First Church of the Nazarene or South Central Kansas Mustang Club in care of Petersen Funeral Home.
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David & Sandy Mason
November 14, 2014
Myron became a friend to us through his daughter Sharon. He always treated my husband and I like we were part of the family. We admired his courage and positive thinking during the years of pain that he endured. We always enjoyed seeing him and Irene even though it wasn't on a regular basis--he was an interesting and kind man. We send our love to the whole family. Sandy and David Mason
Kelky Keyser
November 14, 2014
I met the Laflins thru SCKMC and they are the sweetest couple. Myron welcomed me with open arms. You'll be so very missed. May you rest in peace, Myron.
Alfred Monares
November 13, 2014
Condolences to the Laflin Family!! I had the opportunity of working with Myron, back in the 70's & 80's, when he did his inspections at Windsor Homes. He was a very pleasant person to be around. Also got to see him at the car shows with his mustang!!! May he rest in peace!!!
Linda Musil
November 12, 2014
I've only know Myron for a few short years, mostly through our car club. He was the sweetest, kindest man I had the pleasure of meeting. You will be greatly missed by all.
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