Private family services for Sue Katherine Hobbs, 85, Lawrence, KS, will take place at a later date. A celebration of life will happen later in Great Bend, KS.
She died January 1, 2021, at LMH Health.
Sue was born August 16, 1935, in Temple, TX, the daughter of Ferdinand and Leo Whitson Feaster. She was a lifetime member of First Presbyterian Church of Great Bend, Kansas. Many words come to mind when trying to capture the true nature of Sue; kind, caring and compassionate are at the top of the list. Sue loved to garden and always had a desire to be outdoors. She loved and cared for her dogs Izzy and Coco. At the end of the day she enjoyed a glass of wine. One of her favorite places to visit and vacation was the Broadmoor Hotel in Colorado Springs, CO, where she met her husband Walter.
She married Walter S. Hobbs on January 21, 1954, he preceded her in death.
Sue is also preceded in death by one son Christopher Hobbs, two brothers, Jack T. Feaster, James R. Feaster and sister, Dortha J. Coalter.
She is survived by her daughter Deb Rainbolt and Clay Guthmiller, her son Monty Hobbs and wife Denise Hobbs. Sue was blessed with 5 grandchildren, Travis (Tara Postlethwaite), Traci Rainbolt, Katelyn Hobbs, Ryan Hobbs, Haley Hobbs. Great grand children, Georgia Rainbolt-Walley, Dylan and Jade Postlethwaite. She treasured her many nieces and nephews.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Wounded Warriors Project, sent in care of Rumsey-Yost Funeral Home, P.O. Box 1260, Lawrence, KS 66044.
Online condolences made at rumsey-yost.com
How lucky your family was to have such a wonderful lady for as long as you did. Loved seeing all the photos, such great memories to help get you through this extremely difficult time. Thinking of you all!
Sorry for the loss of your mom. No one can ever take a mom’s place. I hope her transition was peaceful. God bless your family.
Deb & Clay, I was sad to learn of Deb’s
Mother’s passing-you, have lost a legacy, a mentor, a best friend!
May she Rest In Peace, and may you all be blessed by the memories you share . God Bless you all and your families.
Deb- so sorry for your loss.
We are so very sorry for your loss. Nothing can prepare you for the loss of a loved one. We hope your hearts are peaceful and the memories you carry within keep your heart warm. We will keep you all in our prayers. John & Vicky
Holding you and your dear Mother, grandmother and great grandmother in prayer as you all endure her parting. What a legacy she leaves and what a beacon of light she shone on all who we’re lucky enough to love her. Fond memories of her will remain at the top of our list and I am sure you all are sharing some right now. She could make anyone feel like they were the most important person at any given moment. I long to keep her alive by continuing to spread some of the goodness she scattered throughout each day. Love you all. ❤️