Max Warren Weddle
Max Warren Weddle, age 90, passed away on Tuesday, May 13, 2025. Max was born on the family farm north of Kechi on February 4, 1935, to Leo and Alice Weddle. Max graduated from Valley Center High School and began working for Beechcraft in 1952. Max and Barbara Jean (Holden) were married on June 6, 1954. They were married for 67 years when she passed away in 2022. Max worked for 45 years at Beechcraft and Raytheon.
Preceded in death by his parents; his wife; his brother, Kenneth; and his son, Scott Weddle.
Survived by his daughters, Rhonda Rinehart, Lisa (Greg) Henrie; son, Mark (Krysti) Weddle; 9 grandchildren; 22 great-grandchildren; 4 great-great-grandchildren.
Visitation will be from 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm, Saturday, May 17, 2025, at Downing & Lahey East Mortuary. Graveside Service will be at 1:00 pm, Monday, May 19, 2025, at Kechi Township Cemetery.
A memorial has been established with: American Heart Association, 5800 Foxridge Dr., Mission, KS 66202.
The family wishes to express appreciation to the staff of Larksfield Place Health Center in Wichita, KS and to Phoenix Home Care & Hospice.
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Max lived aviation in his work life. Max was dedicated to Beechcraft. He was an incredible resource for stories and discussing the Wichita legacy of Beech aviation in the 20th century in particular and Wichita aviation in general.
When it came to going the distance, Max was your man. When he felt that he was right, he could be forceful and eloquent in expressing his position.
He demonstrated his ability to go the distance in his personal life too. Max and Barbara were been married for 67 years.
He was also generous in helping folks struggling with the governmental bureaucracy. Max had a detailed knowledge of processes and procedures in helping protect individual’s property rights. I am proud to have known Max in his retirement and to call him my friend.
The EL Price family had a long history with the Leo Weddle family over the years. Dad built or remodeled several different projects, and later when the Price sons were older, they worked alongside Dad. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you, as you continue your journey. May the memories that linger be those of joy and laughter.