George H. Tittsworth
January 1, 2007
Tittsworth, George H., 80, retired State Farm Insurance agent, died Monday, January 1, 2007. Visitation with the family, 6:00-8:00 P.M., Friday, January 5, Downing and Lahey Mortuary West. Memorial service, 1:00 P.M., Saturday, January 6, First United Methodist Church. Survivors: wife, Wanda; sons and daughters-in-law, Clint and Sandy of Winter Spring, FL, David of Arlington, VA, Dr. J. Tal and Deb of Valley Center; daughter and son-in-law, Nancy and Stan Khort of Guthrie, OK; sister and brother-in-law, Mary Ann and Dennis Lindsay of Birmingham, AL; grandchildren, Katrina Banning, Ryan and Jessica Tittsworth, Faith Sylvester, Erin and Ryan Haug; two great-grandchildren. Memorials established with Harry Hynes Memorial Hospice, 313 S. Market, Wichita, KS 67202 and First United Methodist Church Choir, 330 N. Broadway, Wichita, KS 67202.
Visitation with family, 6:00-8:00 P.M., Friday, January 5, Downing Lahey Mortuary West
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As I think of George and the many times you and he, Wanda, impacted my life. I remember choir at Asbury, the prayer and share group we shared, the time the prayer and share group decided to go get a Mennonite dinner of verenika. George was driving and when he learned the noodles were stuffed with cottage cheese he thought maybe he would hunt up the closest McDonalds. Then (having found no McDonalds)enjoyed the dinner and had seconds. I remember you and he working on Lay Witness Missions and the blessing it was for us to go on one with Kurt and hear him witness to his faith. Then the time as a high schooler Kurt wanted to get a motorcycle and we sent him to George who disuaded him with statistics and called them murdercycles. The time you had your ‘annual’ party which was a ‘poverty’ party. Guests arrived to a table holding carrots and celery, I think it was. Anyway, as someone took a carrot stick or whatever George would tease about being careful to be sure there was enough to go around–things weren’t too good that year. And the time you and he so generously hosted Kurt’s bachelor dinner for us. We have shared many things with you and George woven into the tapestry of my life. Thank you for your friendship. My prayers are with you for your comfort and strength as you go forward into this new phase of your life. I am available if you ever want a listening ear or if I can help with any of the chores coming at you in the next few weeks. 941-9977.
Wanda, I was just thinking of George and his piano playing earlier this week. I was so surprised too see his obituary. George will be greatly missed. He was such a lovely kind and thoughtful person whom everyone liked. You are in my thoughts and prayers. May God be with you as you face this great loss. With deepest sympathy,
This summer Dr. Tal helped us through our loss – during our visits we found out Lowell knew George through Royal Body Shop years ago. Also that my husband’s distant relative (Elaine Creech) in Kiowa knew Dr. Tal. It’s a small world! We send our condolences & can certainly relate to the feelings you are experiencing now. Please know our thoughts & prayers are with your family.
I was very saddened when I heard of the loss of my friend George. I knew that he wasnt well, but the news came with sorrow and a feeling of emptiness. But I am also rejoicing in his being with the Lord. Setting at the Lords feet, hanging on every word that is spoken. I know that the Saints will immediately put him in charge of playing the piano at all praise get togethers in heaven. He will play and play while only taking a break or two for refreshments from the table of snacks, and words from the saints. George was a very special brother in Christ to me. He and Wanda have always made it a priority to serve our Lord and Savior first, which means that they have touch many lives over the years for His sake. Because of this George I was able to see a man of Christ that I could model my own life after. On my Emmaus Walk and many walks that we worked together afterwards, he demonstrated to me what a man of Christ was like, who had his priorities straight. That a true man doesnt have to be defined by has occupation, but by his servanthood to Christ, family, church, and community. That a true man is able to cry tears of sadness as well as wonderful tears of joy. That a man can make the hard choices between career leadings and the needs of his family and not take himself so seriously. I have of so many sweet memories about the ways George has touch my life and the lives of other brothers and sisters in Christ through Emmaus. On one occasion when I was struggling with the demands of my career as a young school administrator, the possibilities of advancement and substantial increase in wages, but that would require even more of my time. My needs for success, to continue up the career ladder and balancing family, church at the same time. He spent allot of time with me helping me work through my priorities and focusing in on what was really important and long lasting. To this day when I feel out of balance, I stop and think about our talks and it brings a since of peace and refocus to my life. I recall a time when Janell and I where celebrating our 25th wedding anniversary and we wanted to have it at our farm home and invite person who where important to our life. George and Wanda drove all the way to Sawyer, America to help us celebrate this special day in our life. George and Wanda felt that we where important enough to make the extra effort to come and be part of this special time. George and Wanda have always struck me as the perfect balance for each other. Now I know everything wasnt roses all the time, but it was a marriage that seemed very right and that I could emulate in my own marriage. You just have this feeling that this is the kind of marriage I want to have. George always seemed to value Wandas presents and advice (even if he didnt take it on some occasions, HA, HA). Janell and I have had the honor and pleasure of knowing George since our Emmaus Walks, #1 – #2, which was many years ago. We will miss our friend, his quiet presence and wonderfully dry humor, but we will never forget him. Some day I look forward to the wonders of heaven, and maybe even get to sing while George plays the piano. Love and Peace to Wanda and the family.
Dear Wanda and family I remember Georges great smile, be it at your home or at church, George aways had a smile. I enjoyed the piano music when George played-David too,Very Beautifil music. David Peterson
Wanda and family: We as your Alberta cousins extend to you our love, our prayers … and our hugs, during these days of sadness and sorrow for all of you. Even though we haven’t been able to visit much over the past few years, we have held a special bond for our Kansas cousins and continue to hold in our hearts many happy and precious memories of our times together in years past (… espcially the hearty laughter). May our Lords comfort and peace be with you. Bessie Eckstrand & family Rena Owens & family Ruby Sherman & family Merle Dippel
We loved having George play the piano at the Valley Center Methodist Church while he and Wanda attended. He was one of the most talented pianist we have heard. Beautiful Music! We were always blessed by his talent. We enjoyed so much knowing him in the times shared.
Wanda, I was so sorry to hear about George. I have such fond memories of you and George helping with the youth group at Asbury United Methodist. You and your family are in my prayers at this difficult time.
Sorry to hear about your dad. I will never forget how well you treated me when my dad died. It was a hard time for me.