Victor Eugene Gene Lygrisse
September 23, 2018
Victor Eugene “Gene” Lygrisse
96, passed away Sunday, September 23, 2018. Funeral Service, 11 a.m., Thursday, September 27, 2018, at First United Methodist Church. Gene was a 1940 graduate of Valley Center High School and attended Wichita State University. He was a former owner, operator and partner with Norm Sauder of Sauder Lygrisse GMC and was the 1986 GMC Dealer of the Year. He enjoyed traveling the world, especially on cruises. His memberships include: First United Methodist Church, Rotary Club, Rolling Hills Country Club, Royal Order of Jesters, Salvation Army Advisory Board, Midian Shrine (Potentate 1982), Past President of Farm & Ranch Club, Unit Ambassadors, Knife & Fork Club, Business and Professional Mens Club and the Wichita Club. He was preceded in death by his parents, Victor and Bly Lygrisse, and daughter, Sharon Herndon. Survivors: wife, Betty Jean Lygrisse; son, Daniel “Dan” (Cynthia) Lygrisse, M.D. of Wichita; sister, Armetta Watson of Wichita; grandchildren, Daniel Richard (Nada Lygrisse, D.O.) Lygrisse, D.O. of Dayton, OH, Michael T. (Mandy) Lygrisse, J.D. of Wichita, Kate Lygrisse, M.D. of Stanton Island, NY, Sean Herndon, Daron Herndon and Shana Herndon of FL; numerous great-grandchildren. Memorials established with First United Methodist Church, 330 N. Broadway, Wichita, KS 67202; Salvation Army, 350 N. Market, Wichita, KS 67202 and Midian Shrine Plane of Mercy, 130 N. Topeka, Wichita, KS 67202. Downing & Lahey Mortuary West. Share online tributes via www.dlwichita.com
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Betty, you are with us in our thoughts and prayers. We really enjoyed our dinners with you two. May Gods blessings be with you and your family.
Betty, I am so very sorry for your loss. He was a sweet man. I am sorry that I cannot come to the funeral as I have moved to Texas. You take care of yourself now. With deepest sympathy,
Betty, So sorry to hear of Gene passing, we know you and your family will miss him. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Ron&Jan Miller
I met Mr. Lygisse 1990 at Union National Bank when I worked there. He was so nice and I was impressed. He knew Mr Hinkle and watched them at the bank talk and BS. When Mr Lygrisse saw me out in public…he remembered me and I will always remember him. RIP Mr Lygrisse
Betty, Sorry to hear of your loss. I know you will miss Gene, but know that his mind and body are whole again. Praying for peace and comfort for you and his family.
Betty,
I have so many fond memories of time shared with you & Gene. Gene had great stories, but my favorite was about the cowboy boots. You are in my prayers.
Condolences to you Betty and family. We were neighbors for many years on Hyacinth St. Gene was great person and always asked how I was doing. Years after I moved, would see you both out and about and always ask care about how we were getting along. RIP Sam Wright Family.
Dear Betty and family,
So sorry for your loss. Gordon and I have known you for many years. You attended our wedding. Always enjoyed being a part of the Sauder Lygrisse team. Gene will be missed.
Were so sorry to learn of Genes passing. Our deepest sympathies to you Betty, to Dan, and to the extended Lygrisse family. We have so enjoyed being your neighbors for 20 years. We always got a big kick out of Gene on his riding mower keeping your yard in pristine shape. Were sure going to miss his smile, his jokes, and his and his go-go-go demeanor. You were always on the go together; to dinner, on trips, or listening to some great country music. He was certainly ageless! Keeping you all in our prayers.
My dearest Betty, wish I could be with you. I know you and Gene were so happy and had a wonderful life together. you will miss him terribly. But he is in good hands now, God will take care of him. I love you very much, and have so many beautiful memories. Love you very much , Betty Lou
Betty and family, Thinking of you all during this time. I have many memories of Gene at the family events over the years. He will be truly missed. Thoughts and prayers for you all.
Betty and family, I am so very sorry to learn of Genes passing. My family had been friends for a long time. I have you all in my thoughts and prayers. Susie Huff Mikesell
Our thoughts & prayers for Mr. Lygrisses friends & beloveds. We remember him as the kind gentleman that worked with our Dad to get his work van back in 1968, and how he was greatly respected by Dad.
Sincerely,
E.L. Price family
I worked at Sauder Lygrisse in the 60s and 70s. Gene was always a great mentor and friend. We are sorry for your loss, God be with him and you always.
Please accept our deepest condolences for your family’s loss.