Mardell Hile, 95, passed February 22, 2022 at her son’s home in Lawrence, KS surrounded by family. Mardell was born October 3, 1926, outside Gridley, KS, the daughter of Carl and Eva Bessie Sage Luthi. Mardell grew up on a farm in Lamont, KS and attended school in Lamont. She graduated from Ottawa High School and Flint Hills Vocational Technical School. She worked for Santa Fe Railroad and Hallmark Cards in Topeka, KS and retired from Newman Memorial Hospital in Emporia, KS during her long working career. She often commented that she loved all her jobs, and she loved life and people.
Mardell married Lester “Les” Hile of Quenemo, KS in Topeka on April 3, 1945, and they were happily married for 49 years. He preceded her in death in July 1994.
Most importantly, Mardell loved being a mother and grandmother. She was the greatest Mom ever! Survivors include her much loved children, Lennes (Greg) Dallas, TX, Teresa (Steve), Lawrence, KS, Ken, Lawrence, KS and Mavis (Robert), Topeka, KS, along with cherished grandchildren Jason, Jarrod (Ali), Cherie, Aaron and great-grandchildren Alexa, Lily, River, Axel, Sydney, Caroline and Andrew.
Due to Covid, a private graveside service will be held at the Apostolic Cemetery in Lamont, KS. Mardell will always be loved and will be greatly missed as she begins the next stage of her journey.
Special thanks to Dr. Kevin Stuever and his staff for the years of quality care for our mother. A special thank you also needs to go to VNA Hospice.
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The Hile Family.
Ken, so sorry for the loss of your Mother. She was so sweet. I know you were really close.
To all of Mardell’s family,
I always enjoyed your mom’s visits. There is something very special about a person who makes you feel that they are just delighted to see you. Mardell was such a person. She will be missed.
To Ken and Family,
I am so sorry for your loss. Your mother was such a sweet lady and I am so glad that I had the pleasure of meeting her. You spent many years taking care of her, as you know I did with mine, and find peace in that you’ll always have that special bond with her because of it. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Mavis, My heartfelt felt condolences to you and your family. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Ken,
I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your mother. She was a lovely woman and I am honored to have been able to assist in her care. My thoughts are with you.
Ken,
Our prayers go out to you and your family. My dad passed away at home in December and we were able to be by his side. I’m glad you and your family were able to be with your mom. May you be comforted knowing she is in a better place. – The Sinclair Family
Ken and Family,
Sending you warm thoughts and love over your precious loss. I know your mom was so proud of you and Ken is the best son any mama could dream of. Love you Ken!
To the family of Mardell,
My deepest sympathy in the loss of your mother. It was so wonderful that she was able to attend the 2019 Luthi Family Reunion. I have precious childhood memories of playing with the Hile kids at Great Aunt Bessie Luthi’s house in Lamont. And in recent years, have treasured meeting for a meal in Lawrence with Teresa & Steve and Ken.
Love,
Allison Luthi
Mavis and family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. We are so dry sorry for your loss.
To Ken and Family,
I know how special Mardell was to Ken and how dedicated and loving he was to her. He was truly a great son. My deepest sympathy to the entire Hile family.