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Orlene Thomas Obituary

MULVANE-Thomas, Orlene Jane 76, passed away Thursday, March 16, 2017. Visitation 1-8 p.m. with family present 5-7 p.m. Sunday; Funeral Service 10 a.m. Monday, both at Smith Family Mortuary, 1415 N. Rock Rd., Derby. Orlene was preceded in death by her husband, Bob; parents, Orville and Pauline Dunlap; and brother, Ken Dunlap. Survived by children, Debbie Thomas, Susan (Mike) Bohanan, Ken (Kristi) Thomas; grandchildren, Ryan, Justin, and Morgan Bohanan, and Mikala and Jakob Thomas; and a host of extended family. Share condolences at www.SmithFamilyMortuaries.com

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Published by Wichita Eagle on Mar. 19, 2017.

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Malynda and Peter Perkins

March 20, 2017

My prayers are with you and your family.

Pam & Dave Webber & Schmitter

March 20, 2017

You are in our heats at this time. We know you have many wonderful memories with Orlene. Hold on to each other and those memories. Pam & Dave

March 19, 2017

To my wonderful cheering Red Arrow! You were always the one that was most enthusiastic! We had great times in the Halls of Wichita North High -- good remembrances in the 1950s! You were an excellent Spirit for all of us! -- Francene Davis Sharp,
North High 1958

March 18, 2017

We are so sorry for your loss, but hope your many wonderful memories can bring you some comfort. We feel fortunate to have known Orlene. Loved her sweet smile and twinkling eyes.
We are thinking of you.
Gary & Karen Nye

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