A visitation for Lauma Lou Pagan, 77, a resident of Lawrence, KS, will be held at Grace Evangelical Presbyterian Church at 9:30 a.m., followed by the Celebration of Life at 10:30 a.m. on Saturday, September 16, 2017. Burial will follow at Alpine Cemetery, Osage County, KS at 2 p.m. where Lauma will be laid to rest beside her husband and son overlooking Melvern Lake.
Lauma passed away Thursday, September 7, 2017 at the Hospice House and Palliative Care Center, in Kansas City surrounded by loved ones. Lauma was born in 1940 in Newton, Kansas the daughter of John and Edna Geis. She was united in marriage to E.C. Pagan on January 15, 1984 in Strong City, KS. He preceded her in death May 2015. They were married for 31 blissful years.
She is survived by her brother, children and spouses; brother: John (Linda) Geis. Children: Rick (Lucinda) Dodd, Newton, KS, Robbie (Christina) Dodd, Fort Worth, TX, Lorinda (David) Hartzler, Lawrence, KS, Lavonna (Gary) McAlister, Lawrence, KS, and Barry (Kelly) Pagan, Casper, WY. 8 grandchildren: LaTanya Graf, Garrett Dodd, Jesse McAlister, Jade McAlister, Harrison Hartzler, Summer Hartzler, Hannah Hartzler, Noah Pagan, and Jordan Pagan. 3 great-grandchildren: Mackailynn Graf, Gage Graf, and Grayson Graf
In addition to her husband, she was preceded in death by a son, Eddie Dodd in 2011.
Lauma was a cherished sister, mother, grandmother, Aunt, and friend. She had a deep passion to keep family traditions alive, and a sincere desire to spend as much time as possible with her family. She enjoyed camping, fishing, and spending time outdoors. She was her grandkids biggest fan; Celebrating birthdays, hugging, snuggling and kissing them; cheering loudly at all of their sporting events. Win or lose, it didn’t matter. She was so proud of all of her children.
Rarely did Lauma ever miss a KU basketball game, or a Bronco game. She was a fun-loving, cheerful woman with a beautiful smile and laugh that would light up any room. She lived life big, and had a loving heart for Jesus. Although Lauma will be dancing with Jesus in heaven, she will truly be missed by her friends and family.
In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made to The Willow, sent in care of Rumsey-Yost Funeral Home, 601 Indiana Street, Lawrence, KS 66044.
Truly sorry for your loss. I know the days ahead will be hard at times but cherish your precious memories! What a wonderful legacy you have been given. Praying for God’s continued peace, comfort and joy. Love all my cousins.
Truly sorry for your loss. I know the days ahead will be difficult but cherish your precious memories! What a legacy you have been left to pass on. Praying for God’s comfort, peace and strength. Love all my cousins.
Prayers for your family ??
Watching your heart wrenching but incredibly sweet journey on Facebook gave us an opportunity to pray more. Sadly, we did not know your mom, but it was obvious she was greatly loved and was a pretty amazing woman. May you find rest in Him during these times of struggles and comfort in knowing so many are praying for you all.
Dear Lavonna & Family,
I just seen all your posts on FB and my heart is heavy for you and your family. As I scrolled through and read your posts and viewed your pictures, I thought, how blessed you all were to have such an amazing mother grandmother etc..) I remember when we visited her and she made the best potatoe soup EVER!! God bless you all and may he give you peace, comfort and rest in your time off loss. Amen
We are so sorry for your loss. Sending loving thoughts to your family.
Lauma was a bright light ! She loved hand and foot, she was a serious card player. Such a sweetheart! She will be missed by all of us here at Meadowlark Estates.
My love to the entire family! You’ve all been in my life since I was small, and I am so very sorry for this great loss.
Thinking of all of you. Always loved to be at Lucinda’s when your momma was there.
Lauma was such a loving lady. I will remember her with joy for her vibrancy and love of life. It was a blessing for me to serve her through Home Instead.
Your mom was such a special lady! I looked forward to seeing her name on my schedule each week. I’m certainly going to miss our trips to Red Lobster. Know that she will live on in the hearts of all who knew and loved her! Please let me know if there’s anything I can do to help.