Michael G. Katzenmeier
May 23, 1944 ~ October 29, 2023
Michael G. Katzenmeier, 79, of Wichita, KS died Sunday, October 29, 2023. Mike was a lifelong resident of Wichita, KS, attending and graduating from Southeast High School in 1962 where he met his high school sweetheart, Jamie Keyes, whom he married on August 27, 1966.Mike attended WSU and joined the Army Reserves in 1967. He began his advertising career at Associated Advertising. In 1980, Mike started and operated Marketing Resources agency until his retirement. A consummate creative spirit, he loved inspired design and was known for his quick wit and wry sense of humor. When not in Wichita with friends and family, could often be found at his beloved Table Rock Lake.Mike was preceded in death by his parents, Ernie and Wilma (Elmore) Katzenmeier; and his sister, Laurie. Mike is survived by his wife, Jamie; his sons, Kail (Rebecca) Manhattan, KS and Todd (Kim) Lenexa, KS; and his four grandchildren, Emily (Wyatt) Jeffers, AnnaGrace, Gabriel and Nixon; as well as his step-grandchildren, Reese and Christian; and his sister, Peggy Gilchrist. He is also survived by several nieces, nephews, cousins and many friends.A Memorial Service will be Friday, November 10, 2023 at 2:30 pm at the Downing & Lahey East Mortuary, 6555 E. Central. Reception to immediately follow.In lieu of flowers, memorials have been established with Kansas Humane Society, 3313 N. Hillside, Wichita, KS 67219 and Holy Cross Lutheran Church - Love Fund, 600 N Greenwich Rd, Wichita, KS 67206.
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Dear family and friends,
Your wounds from Mike’s passing will always be there, but your memories will help your bodies heal. Memories will live on forever.
– Your presence we miss
– Your memory we treasure
– Loving you always
– Forgetting you never
~ Author Unknown ~
I enjoyed learning all things marketing from Mike. We worked really well together for many years. His passion for supporting the arts was contagious. I’ll miss him.
Jamie and family,
What a joy each of you were to Mike! The absence of his big heart & personality will leave a hole in your life for a bit, but slowly the good memories should fill it in. Each of you carries a bit of him forward & you will have that with you, always. Heaven is getting a good one!
My heart goes out to the family. Mike was a wonderful soul and always a pleasure to be around.
Regrets, Susie Taylor
My heart goes out to Jamie and family. Mike was a wonderful soul and was a pleasure to be around. Regrets, Susie Taylor
Sorry to hear the news about Mike. Have known him since grade school at the little old red brick building. The original Holy Cross school.
Was always sweet on his cousin Judy Katzenmeier, and Mike was alway the intimidator.protectin Judy.
Was always a vey nice gentleman, Jamie I’m so sorry. Rest in Peace.
Jamie, so sorry to read about Mike’s passing. Nina Eberhart shared with me a while back that Mike was very ill. Please know that we are sorry and we are praying for you and your family. Blessing, Dave and Karen🙏❤️
Rest Michael, until you hear at dawn, the low, clear reveille of God. Thank you for your service to this nation. U.S. Army Reserves.
Mike was the best in all respects.
I knew Mike from high school days – my sincere condolences to Jamie and family.
Jamie,
I’m so sorry to hear of Mike’s passing; my heartfelt condolences to you and your family.
Shelli
Michael’s service folder (multiple pages)