Mary Eileen Flory
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On March 30, 2025, Mary “Eileen” Filbrun Flory took her last earthly breath as she grasps the hand of her Creator God! We know many were expecting her at worship that morning, but she was in the glory, Worshipping… as the hue of green, springs forth! Imagine what it must be like!
Eileen was born March 12, 1943, giving her 82 yrs and 18 days to bless those she came in contact with. Mom was united in marriage to Delbert Eugene Flory, May 26, 1963, with his son, Wesley Allen; they started a family together! This family was then blessed with Janece Elaine and Terri Lynn. Mom committed her soul to Jesus Christ on June 4, 1961, where she remained faithful until her final breath. She was a part of the Old German Baptist Brethren, New Conference fellowship, where she had many many cherished relationships, that she considered family. Mom was born in Ohio and lived there in her teens. At their marriage, she and dad resided in Kansas. In her early years, mom went by “Leen” to many, which transitioned to “Granny Tilt” these last years. Mom was a true helper to dad; she loved farming and milking. She ran a drapery business for many years while their family was young. She worked for many years in the Baldwin Schools system in the cafeteria, from which she retired. These jobs blessed mom, as she loved sewing and baking… and meeting many people. She had a true heart for hospitality, everyone was welcome into her home, and she was delighted to have them! It was always a treat to have a cinnamon roll or long john from mom’s kitchen. As mom got a little older, she understood loneliness, she missed driving the combine and tractors. She would never admit the equipment became too smart and big for her; so she began sewing, crocheting, and knitting for different organizations that would take her things for those in need; including the homeless, premature babies, and the Art center in Baldwin. She felt she needed to keep her mind busy… she got to the same state as her mother… she would crochet or knit and see a mistake…rip it out and start over. I don’t think mom ever realized she was doing what she chuckled about her mother doing. Mom was given the privilege to keep her great grandson, Colton.
Mom was preceded in death by her husband of 40 years: Delbert Eugene Flory, her parents: David and Mary Filbrun, in-laws: J. William “Bill” and Vida Flory, daughter: Terri Lynn Landes, brother: Robert Filbrun and sister-in-law: Linda Filbrun.
Surviving to miss her greatly is son: Wesley Allen (Mary), daughter: Janece Elaine Holsinger (Bruce), and son-in-law Mark Landes, (Clara).
Seven grandchildren: Amanda Sprengeler (Tim), Kirby Flory (Tracie), Corbin Holsinger (Dylena), Trevor Holdinger (Rachelle), Taran Flora (Burke), Kyra Fay (Ryan), and Derek Landes.
Thirteen great-grandchildren: Colton Sprengeler; Credeyn, Celteyn, Cleyele, Cexeyn Holsinger, Laityn, Kason, Oaklyn and Kenndy Holsinger; Tatum, Liam, Emorie and Sully Fay.
Nieces and nephews: Shelly Crosier, Pam Jamison, and Rick Filbrun…. and many cousins from Mom and Dad’s family.
Mom will be greatly missed by us, however, mom finished Well…she leaves us wonderful memories the joy of good food, gift of hospitality, laugher, love…. and a wonderful example of her commitment to Christ her Savior!!
We love you Mom and Dad..see you soon!!!
Family of Delbert and Eileen Flory
Services will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Friday, April 4, 2025 at Washington Creek Church 607 E. 550 Rd. Lawrence, KS. The family will greet friends from 10:00 a.m. until 12:00 p.m. at the church on Friday. Burial will follow the service at Pleasant Hill Cemetery, Pleasant Grove, Kansas.
The family suggest memorial contributions in Eileen’s name to the Lumberyard Arts Center in Baldwin City, Kansas and may be sent in care of the mortuary.
She was one of the nicest people I knew. Her and Delbert saved my daughter’s car from rolling over and I am forever grateful!!!. Thoughts and prayers to the family!!
Wes and family, we were truly saddened when we learned of your moms passing. All we can say is, what a wonderful, hard working, talented, and delightful lady! She will truly be missed by many. I can still see her working beside your dad, and cutting wheat with that old C2 combine. She drove it like a champ. The only good thing that comes out of this, is meeting back up with Big Delbert, another wonderful person that I dearly miss. You folks are in our thoughts, and prayers. I am going to have to walk the straight and narrow, knowing she is looking down on us. Bless you all.
Sorry for your loss
I drive by her home daily, always got a wave and smile whenever she was out.
I’ll miss seeing her.
Eileen, Granny Tilt, was always so much fun at our Farmer’s Market in Eudora several years ago. She was always one of the earliest and faithful vendors at the site. Great memories! Fun was had by all who attended. So sorry for your loss. She will be missed. God is with her.
Eileen was simply the BEST!!! It was an honor to know her and work with her. Our sympathies and love to her family.
Our family has nothing but fine memories of fun Eileen. Jeff speaks of the work he and a friend Jeremy did to help her get ready for annual meeting. Always a smile. She will rest well.
Our family has nothing but great memories of fun Eileen. Jeff remembers when he and a friend Jeremy helped her get ready for annual meeting. She was always smiling. Eileen will rest well.
Wes ,Mary ,Janece and the rest of the family so sorry about your loss. My prayers are with you and for the months to come.
Such a wonderful kind woman, who had an impact on so many young kids just being a friendly face at school! She will be greatly missed.
As a child I remembered Wes, Janice and Terri’s Mom as such a smiling sweet person. I always thought she was so pretty and friendly. Prayers for her family, I’m so sorry for your loss.
I am so sorry to hear about your loss. Grandma “Tilt” was a wonderful person who brought so much joy to those who were lucky enough to meet her. I will always cherish the memory of having breakfast at her house and listening to her laugh constantly with us. A life very well lived.