Lee McMahan obituary: Lee McMahan's Obituary, Topeka
In Memory Of
Lee Norman McMahan
1942 - 2017
In Memory Of
Lee Norman McMahan
1942 - 2017
Lee Norman McMahan, 75, a lifelong resident of Topeka, Ks, passed away peacefully on Monday, July 24, 2017 in Blue Springs, Mo. after a courageous battle with Parkinson’s disease.
Lee was born to the late Norman and Elva (Schrader) McMahan on March 21, 1942 in Topeka. He graduated from Highland Park high school and earned a degree from Emporia State University. After graduation, he worked for several years in retail before entering military service. He was honorably discharged. After returning home, he worked for the State of Kansas for nearly 30 years. In his spare time, Lee was an avid handyman. He spent many years remodeling his homes. He shared that interest and those skills with his family, friends, and the congregation members of his church.
Lee was united in marriage to Ane Magdalene Winter on May 31, 1981. They were married for 33 years. They were great partners, spending countless hours together on their hobbies, gardening, and “garage sale-ing”. Many friends and family members were beneficiaries of their thoughtful purchases and craftsmanship.
Lee was preceded in death by his parents, and Ane. He is survived by his brother; Lanny (Julie) McMahan of Topeka, his children; Scott (Sara) McMahan of Blue Springs, MO, David Hawley II of Valley Falls, KS, and Daneva Ane Coker (Cynthia Waterman) of Lecompton, Ks and his grandchildren; Morgan McMahan, Ryan McMahan, Calvin (Whitney) Coker, Rachael Coker, and Alexandra Coker.
A Celebration of Life will be held at 10:30 a.m. Saturday, July 29, 2017 at Our Savior’s Lutheran Church in Topeka. Private inurnment will take place in Penwell-Gabel Cemetery at a later date.
Memorial contributions are asked to be directed to Our Savior’s Lutheran Church, 2021 SW 29th St., Topeka, Kansas 66611.
Penwell-Gabel Southeast Chapel is assisting the family. To leave the family a special message online, please select the Share Memory option listed above.
Lee was born to the late Norman and Elva (Schrader) McMahan on March 21, 1942 in Topeka. He graduated from Highland Park high school and earned a degree from Emporia State University. After graduation, he worked for several years in retail before entering military service. He was honorably discharged. After returning home, he worked for the State of Kansas for nearly 30 years. In his spare time, Lee was an avid handyman. He spent many years remodeling his homes. He shared that interest and those skills with his family, friends, and the congregation members of his church.
Lee was united in marriage to Ane Magdalene Winter on May 31, 1981. They were married for 33 years. They were great partners, spending countless hours together on their hobbies, gardening, and “garage sale-ing”. Many friends and family members were beneficiaries of their thoughtful purchases and craftsmanship.
Lee was preceded in death by his parents, and Ane. He is survived by his brother; Lanny (Julie) McMahan of Topeka, his children; Scott (Sara) McMahan of Blue Springs, MO, David Hawley II of Valley Falls, KS, and Daneva Ane Coker (Cynthia Waterman) of Lecompton, Ks and his grandchildren; Morgan McMahan, Ryan McMahan, Calvin (Whitney) Coker, Rachael Coker, and Alexandra Coker.
A Celebration of Life will be held at 10:30 a.m. Saturday, July 29, 2017 at Our Savior’s Lutheran Church in Topeka. Private inurnment will take place in Penwell-Gabel Cemetery at a later date.
Memorial contributions are asked to be directed to Our Savior’s Lutheran Church, 2021 SW 29th St., Topeka, Kansas 66611.
Penwell-Gabel Southeast Chapel is assisting the family. To leave the family a special message online, please select the Share Memory option listed above.
Lee Norman McMahan, 75, a lifelong resident of Topeka, Ks, passed away peacefully on Monday, July 24, 2017 in Blue Springs, Mo. after a courageous battle with Parkinson’s disease.
Lee was born to the late Norman and Elva (Schrader) McMahan on March 21, 1942 in Topeka. He graduated from Highland Park high school and earned a degree from Emporia State University. After graduation, he worked for several years in retail before entering military service. He was honorably discharged. After returning home, he worked for the State of Kansas for nearly 30 years. In his spare time, Lee was an avid handyman. He spent many years remodeling his homes. He shared that interest and those skills with his family, friends, and the congregation members of his church.
Lee was united in marriage to Ane Magdalene Winter on May 31, 1981. They were married for 33 years. They were great partners, spending countless hours together on their hobbies, gardening, and “garage sale-ing”. Many friends and family members were beneficiaries of their thoughtful purchases and craftsmanship.
Lee was preceded in death by his parents, and Ane. He is survived by his brother; Lanny (Julie) McMahan of Topeka, his children; Scott (Sara) McMahan of Blue Springs, MO, David Hawley II of Valley Falls, KS, and Daneva Ane Coker (Cynthia Waterman) of Lecompton, Ks and his grandchildren; Morgan McMahan, Ryan McMahan, Calvin (Whitney) Coker, Rachael Coker, and Alexandra Coker.
A Celebration of Life will be held at 10:30 a.m. Saturday, July 29, 2017 at Our Savior’s Lutheran Church in Topeka. Private inurnment will take place in Penwell-Gabel Cemetery at a later date.
Memorial contributions are asked to be directed to Our Savior’s Lutheran Church, 2021 SW 29th St., Topeka, Kansas 66611.
Penwell-Gabel Southeast Chapel is assisting the family. To leave the family a special message online, please select the Share Memory option listed above.
Lee was born to the late Norman and Elva (Schrader) McMahan on March 21, 1942 in Topeka. He graduated from Highland Park high school and earned a degree from Emporia State University. After graduation, he worked for several years in retail before entering military service. He was honorably discharged. After returning home, he worked for the State of Kansas for nearly 30 years. In his spare time, Lee was an avid handyman. He spent many years remodeling his homes. He shared that interest and those skills with his family, friends, and the congregation members of his church.
Lee was united in marriage to Ane Magdalene Winter on May 31, 1981. They were married for 33 years. They were great partners, spending countless hours together on their hobbies, gardening, and “garage sale-ing”. Many friends and family members were beneficiaries of their thoughtful purchases and craftsmanship.
Lee was preceded in death by his parents, and Ane. He is survived by his brother; Lanny (Julie) McMahan of Topeka, his children; Scott (Sara) McMahan of Blue Springs, MO, David Hawley II of Valley Falls, KS, and Daneva Ane Coker (Cynthia Waterman) of Lecompton, Ks and his grandchildren; Morgan McMahan, Ryan McMahan, Calvin (Whitney) Coker, Rachael Coker, and Alexandra Coker.
A Celebration of Life will be held at 10:30 a.m. Saturday, July 29, 2017 at Our Savior’s Lutheran Church in Topeka. Private inurnment will take place in Penwell-Gabel Cemetery at a later date.
Memorial contributions are asked to be directed to Our Savior’s Lutheran Church, 2021 SW 29th St., Topeka, Kansas 66611.
Penwell-Gabel Southeast Chapel is assisting the family. To leave the family a special message online, please select the Share Memory option listed above.
Services & Gatherings
Memorial Service
Saturday, July 29, 2017 at 10:30am
Our Savior's Lutheran Church
Interment
Penwell-Gabel Cemetery
Topeka, Kansas
Southeast Chapel (785-266-6700) is assisting the family
Southeast Chapel (785-266-6700) is assisting the family