In Memory Of
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Shirley K. Ten Eyck
Seneca, Kansas
08/31/1936 - 04/05/2019
Shirley Kathleen Litke Ten Eyck, 82, of Seneca, Kansas died on Friday, April 5, 2019 at Nemaha Valley Community Hospital.
Shirley was born on a farm approximately 5 miles east of Alta Vista near the North Pole Country School to John and Minnie Reinking Litke on August 31, 1936. At the age of six she began 1st grade at the South Pole School District. When she was in the 3rd grade, the family moved to the Beman School District. In July of 1952 she was confirmed into the Lutheran Faith at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church in Alta Vista, Kansas. She graduated from Alta Vista High School in June of 1954.
On November 21, 1954, Shirley was united in marriage with Eldon R. Ten Eyck at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church in Alta Vista. Eldon was in the United States Air Force at the time of his marriage. Their first son, Ricky, was born August 19, 1955 at Ft Riley Hospital. Randy was born at Cannon AFB Hospital in New Mexico on the 19th of November 1957.
In 1958, Eldon was sent to Lahore, Pakistan for duty. The family went to stay in Alta Vista during this time. In 1960, Eldon returned from Pakistan and was then stationed to McClellan AFB, in California. Ronald was born in Citrus Heights, California on October 12, 1963. In November of 1968, Eldon and his family were shipped to Richmond AFB in Australia. In 1971, the family returned to the United States and was stationed at Forbes Air Force Base in Topeka. Eldon Retired from the Air Force and moved his family to Seneca in July of 1973, where he was employed for Ray Hunninghake Appliance.
Shirley is survived by her husband, Eldon; sons, Rickey (Peggy) Ten Eyck of Lancaster, California, Randy (Linda) Ten Eyck of Wamego and Ronnie Ten Eyck of Seneca; brother, John Litke of Biloxi, Mississippi; seven grandchildren; and seven great-grandchildren.
A visitation will be on Sunday, April 7, 2019, from 1 to 3 P.M. at the at the Lauer Funeral Home in Seneca. Funeral services will be 10 AM, Monday, March 8, 2019 at the Lauer Funeral Home in Seneca. The burial will be in the Alta Vista Cemetery around noon on Monday.
Memorials can be given in Shirley’s memory to Nemaha County Training Center in Seneca and sent in care of the family.
A visitation will be on Sunday, April 7, 2019, from 1 to 3 P.M. at the at the Lauer Funeral Home in Seneca.
Funeral services will be 10 AM, Monday, March 8, 2019 at the Lauer Funeral Home in Seneca.
The burial will be in the Alta Vista Cemetery around noon on Monday.
A visitation will be on Sunday, April 7, 2019, from 1 to 3 P.M. at the at the Lauer Funeral Home in Seneca.
Funeral services will be 10 AM, Monday, March 8, 2019 at the Lauer Funeral Home in Seneca.
The burial will be in the Alta Vista Cemetery around noon on Monday.
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Shirley was a strong lady and was a bold Christian. Know she will be missed by many.
I am so very sorry for your loss. Please find comfort in God’s sure promise of a resurrection as set forth in the Bible. (Acts 24:15; John 5:28,29) Those who are raised to life will have the prospect of never again being subject to misery, sickness, or death. (Revelation 21:4) I hope that reflecting on these thoughts and your wonderful memories will give you some relief during this difficult time.
Eldon and family, so very sorry to hear about Shirley’s passing. May you find comfort in knowing she is now with her Lord. May he grant you comfort and peace.
Eldon and Family, I’m so sorry for your loss, Shirley was such a sweetheart, and I loved getting to see her when I could get in to visit everyone at Lifecare! It was especially a blessing for me to have the privilege to work with her when I was working at Lifecare. She always had a ready smile and such a sweet quiet spirit. I loved getting to joke with her, and I know everyone else did too. It soothes the ache in my heart to know that she is finally home to be with the Lord and that she is in his presence, at rest and in his joy forever. I am praying for you all in this time. May the Lord Bless and Keep you, let his comfort surround you and may his spirit reside over you with grace and power.
Shirley is now at peace. She was a strong and loving woman and she will be missed by so many. Prayers and condolences to all the family
Randy, So very sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
My deepest condolences on the loss of your mother. My thoughts are prayers are being said for you and your family.
So sorry for your loss Shirley was a great person
So sorry and may God bring you comfort at this time and She was a beautiful lady with such a pretty smileLove and Prayers to all the family.
Eldon & Family,
So sorry to hear of the passing of Shirley…She always had a smile on her face & a caring heart to help everyone she came in contact with. May the Good Lord comfort you as you are able to remember the cherished memories Shirley left with all her family to remember her by. With deepest sympathy.
My family and I would like to express our deepest sympathy over the loss of your dear wife and mother. May you find comfort in your loving memories and the warmth of family and friends. A scripture that has uplifted me during times such as this is found at Revelation 21:4. There it describes a time when death and pain will be gone forever after God restores his original purpose for the earth. We will even see our loved ones again who we have lost in death (John 5:28 & 29). It is our hope that these words bring you a measure of comfort during this difficult time as well. Once again, please accept our condolences as you deal with your loss.