LoRee A. Beeler

Beeler, LoRee

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LoRee Beeler, 93, Wichita, KS, formerly of Lawrence passed away on Saturday, March 4, 2023, surrounded by family and those who cared for her at Park West Plaza in Wichita.

LoRee was born on November 22, 1929, in Great Bend, KS, the daughter of Wilbur and Nina (Sipes) Almquist. She was a trailblazer, learning to fly airplanes before she was old enough to have a driver’s license, and earning degrees from both the University of Colorado and Denver University. She married William Beeler on June 19, 1958, in Great Bend, KS. He proceeded her in death.

LoRee was adventurous, independent, and always ready to support her family. Though cooking was never her forte, she could make the best pies. She also loved traveling and in later years enjoyed playing with her great grandchildren.

Survivors include her daughter, Nina Marie (Doug) Fowler; son, Burke Beeler, grandchildren, Megan (Frank) Fowler-Waugh, Matthew (Amanda) Fowler, Quincy Beeler, great-grandchildren, Gavin, Carter, and Adeline.

LoRee was also preceded in death by her parents.

Graveside services for LoRee will be held at 10:00 a.m. Wednesday, March 15, 2023, at Memorial Park Cemetery.

The family will greet friends from 4:00 – 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday March 14, 2023, at Warren-McElwain Mortuary in Lawrence. 

The family suggests memorials in LoRee’s name to First United Methodist Church-Good Fellowship Circle and may be sent in care of Warren-McElwain Mortuary, 120 W. 13th Street, Lawrence, KS 66044.

9 Condolences

  1. Carol Kappelman on March 7, 2023 at 9:46 am

    Nina, Burke and Family. I am saddened to read of your mother’s passing. She was a wonderful person and a great friend and travel partner to my mother and so many others. She was a true gem. Sending my love, prayers, and hugs!



  2. Phyllis Lambert on March 7, 2023 at 11:27 am

    So sorry to hear of LoRees passing. I just loved her sense of humor and sarcasm I know she will be sorely missed.



  3. Suzan Hill on March 7, 2023 at 1:33 pm

    I have fond memories of LoRee in our neighborhood bridge group back in the day. She was a much better bridge player that I was but we mostly just ended up talking anyway. We had a great trip to Alaska with friends many years ago. She was a good friend. I know she will be missed.



  4. Susie Lounsbury on March 7, 2023 at 5:48 pm

    Sending my heartfelt sympathy to all of LoRee’s family. We shared a very special granddaughter.



  5. Tracy Dethloff on March 8, 2023 at 4:30 am

    Quincy, Sorry for the loss of your Grandma.



  6. Michelle Roesch on March 9, 2023 at 10:47 am

    Even though I only got to know LoRee for a very short time, a really did enjoy our visits. ❤️ I really connected with her feistiness and orneriness. I miss her every time I go up to the Reflections House where she last lived.



  7. Louise Howard on March 9, 2023 at 6:36 pm

    Nina and Burke I’m so sorry about the passing of your Mother. I knew her from church. She was a very neat lady. She talked alot about the two of you. She was so proud of both of you. Will miss her very much.



  8. Sherry and George Catt. on March 11, 2023 at 3:28 pm

    TO: Burke and Beeler family. Sincere condolences on your loss.



  9. Beth Cooley Millikan on August 19, 2023 at 11:52 am

    Hi Burke. I just came across this. I’m so sorry to hear about your mom! I had no idea she was a pilot. 🙂 That’s amazing! Prayers of peace and love to you and your family!🥰



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