Wanda R. Mull passed away on May 24, 2015, at Olathe Hospice House. Visitation will be at Rumsey-Yost Funeral Home on Sunday, May 31 from 2 to 4 pm. The Celebration of Life will be at this same facility on Monday, June 1 at 2 pm, followed by inurnment at Oak Hill Cemetery in Lawrence.
Wanda was born in Hutchinson KS on February 22, 1925, to Willard and Orpha Sweet. She met A. R. (Bob) Mull in Lawrence. They were married on September 15, 1944, spending 67 years together prior to his death in 2011.
Survivors include her children: Roy Mull, Roxie Lyle, Heather and husband Ray Zwiener, Chris and wife Chrisy Mull, and Dave and wife Jenny Cedillo. She was Gramma to eleven, Great Gramma to 21 and Great Great Gramma to four. In addition, she leaves behind many beloved friends.
Wanda gravitated around family and friends, socializing and laughing, praying with and encouraging all. She loved playing the piano and singing. Always smiling and cheerful, in spite of any situation, she had a profound impact on all who knew her. She has been and will continue to be a strong influence of love, courage, and inspiration.
Contributions may be made to Lawrence First Church of the Nazarene, or St Jude Children’s Research Hospital, in care of the funeral home, 601 Indiana St., Lawrence, KS, 66044. Online condolences may be sent at rumsey-yost.com
With the passing of Aunt Wanda I feel great sadness for the family and great joy for her as I know she is with our Lord and Savior this day. She was a dear and special lady whose light shone so brightly it will persist.
I am so sorry to hear of your Mother’s passing. I have many memories of her at the church going back several decades. It has been so nice to see her at church in the past few months, when she was able to make it. Roxie, you have become a very important part of my life and I am sure the you will all get your strength from God, to get you through this loss. I wish I could have attended the service & Memorial, but have had a little set back after my surgery. God bless you all. Remember…He is always there with you! All my love!
I have many loving memories of Aunt Wanda growing up during all our Childhood visits she was like a second Mom to me. Now i feel i have another Angel along with My Mom in Heaven looking over me and the rest of our Family..God Bless all of My Family during this time of sadness .
Sending many thoughts and prayers for your family.
Prayers for all the family members. I have missed talking to Aunt Wanda. She was always the best Aunt anyone could ask for! We laughed at the many stories that Aunt Wanda would tell about her life growing up with my mom and there brothers. Till we meet someday, she continue to be in my memories. Love from Orpha Wright’s daughter, Theda
I will always remember Wanda and her sweet, sweet spirit and smile. Never complaining, always happy and positive. She is greatly missed by all her friends here at Nottingham Health & Rehabilitation. Our love and thoughts to all her family.
I always remember Wanda’s sweet smile and encouraging spirit. She was one of the kindest women I’ve ever known. She poured out love on everyone around her. Now she is surrounded by Love, and her smile must be bigger than ever. But the world has lost a very sweet spirit.
Rick Koepcke
Praying for all the family love and miss you all. We will miss Aunt Wanda so much. I know Aunt Wanda and Uncle Bobby, Grandma and Grandpa Wright and Uncle Jimmy are having a big reunion together.Love Kari Jolly Cook (Great Niece) and family
Please know we are thinking of you in your loss and pray for your continued thoughts of peace of your dear Mother and Grandmother.
The Hacks