Coffeyville -
Wilma M. Durst, 85, of Coffeyville, passed away Sunday, August 15, 2010 at Windsor Place in Coffeyville.
She was born October 6, 1924 in Coffeyville to James E. and Ruby (Sage) Sanders. Wilma grew up and attended school in Coffeyville, graduating from Field Kindley High School and Coffeyville Community College.
On June 8, 1946 she married Eugene “Gene” Durst at Coffeyville. Following their marriage they made their home in Coffeyville. Shortly after their marriage Wilma began working for Funk Mfg. After their first child was born Wilma stayed at home to raise their family several years after the birth of third child she returned to Funk Mfg. Her husband preceded her in death in 1983. Wilma continued working as Accounting Supervisor until retiring in February 1987.
She was a member of Trinity United Methodist Church, Business and Professional Women, and Coffeyville Regional Medical Center Auxiliary. Wilma enjoyed reading and word games.
Survivors include one son, Kenneth Durst and his wife Kimberly of Caney; two daughters, Joyce Elliott and her husband Michael of Hendersonville, TN, and Jane Warner and her husband Mike of Inola, OK; one sister, Irene Voelzke of Coffeyville; two granddaughters, Kriston Martin of Tahlequah, OK, and Lacey Gerler of Inola, OK; and one great-grandson, Dace Allen Wyckoff of Inola; OK.
Services will be 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, August 18, 2010 at Trinity United Methodist Church with Rev. Lee Passwater officiating. Burial will be in Robbins Cemetery west of Coffeyville.
Friends may call on Tuesday from 9:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. at the David W. Barnes Funeral Home in Coffeyville.
The family suggests memorials to the Alzheimer’s Association; contributions may be left with the funeral home or mailed c/o David W. Barnes Funeral Home, 306 North Cline Road, Coffeyville, KS 67337.
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Joyce & family: Please know that my thoughts & prayers are with you during this difficult time!
Dear Joyce & Michael,
Our love and sympathy extend to you across the miles during this time. Even though we did not have the opportunity to meet Mrs. Durst, I know she was a very special person whose legacy lives on through her family. May the support and encouragement of friends and family, along with God’s promises, sustain and comfort you now and in the coming days.
We love you,
Joan & Roger
Dear Joyce & Michael,
Our love and prayers are there with you at this time. May the support and encouragement of friends and family and the comfort of God’s promises comfort and sustain you. While we did not have the opportunity to meet Mrs. Durst, I know she must have been a very special lady, and most certainly a mother whose memory and legacy will live on. I wish you could be there with you during this time, but time and distance have challenged the reality of that.
In loving sympathy,
Roger and Joan
I am so sorry to hear about your loss. It is always so hard to say goodbye. Your in my thoughts and prayers.
Dear Durst Family
I’m so sorry to hear of your loss. I have fond memories of the time spent with your family. You will be in my thoughts and prayers.
Rick Hunt
Joyce,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Each of us understand the depth and intensity of emotion generated by the loss of a mother. Hold on to God’s hand. He will sustain you.
I am sorry we are so far away and can not be present to express our sympathy and support. Please know that we care and love you.
Doris & George
Durst Family,
So sorry to hear of Wilma’s passing.
It’s so hard to say goodbye to the ones we love. But remember them at their happiest, and let those memories comfort you. May it comfort you to know that the thoughts and prayers of others are with you.
You have our deepest sympathy.
Kay & Ronnie White & families
Grandma, I love you so much and will miss you everyday. You are in a way better place than all of us. You are where you are supposed to be with Grandpa. Take care iof everyone up there. I know your sense of humor will make them all smile! Love you!