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Alyson Blair Elder

January 9, 1981 ~ March 24, 2026

Born in: Coffeyville, Kansas
Resided in: Wichita, Kansas

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Alyson Blair Elder, 45, of Wichita, Kansas, passed away on Tuesday, March 24, 2026.

Alyson was born on January 9, 1981, in Coffeyville, Kansas. Alyson is preceded in death by her grandfather, Don Reardon. She is survived by her father, Robert “Bob” Pauzauskie; mother, Kelly Reardon; fiancé, Albert A. Madero; sons, Adam Elder, Adrian Elder; daughter, Audrey Martin; stepdaughter, Ali Madero; stepson, Anthony Madero; brother, Jacob Pauzauskie; half-sister, Alea Shakil; and grandmother, Faye “Nanny” Reardon.

She graduated from Field Kindley High School and went on to attend Kansas State University, where she earned her Bachelor’s Degree in Aeronautics/Aviation/Aerospace Science and Technology. A proud Wildcat, Alyson carried her passion for aviation throughout her life.

The center of Alyson’s world was her children and her life was shaped by the deep love she had for them. Her greatest joy was time spent with them and her loving fiancé.

Alyson lived a life centered on simplicity, kindness, and connection. She had a special appreciation for small towns across Kansas and found beauty in quiet moments and meaningful experiences. She was known for her giving heart, always making sure those around her were cared for and supported.

A Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday, April 4, 2026, from 3:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at the Kansas Aviation Museum.

Alyson’s life was a reflection of generosity, curiosity, and a deep love for the skies. Her spirit will live on in every open horizon, every small-town road, and every flight that lifts toward the clouds.

Arrangements with Downing & Lahey West Mortuary.

 

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Celebration of Life: Saturday, April 4, 2026 3:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Kansas Aviation Museum
3350 George Washington Blvd.
Wichita, KS 67210

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  1. Alyson was such a sweetheart. I had the pleasure of working with her at Midwest Corporate Aviation! She Definitely loved her children! She was an awesome Pilot and an overall amazing person. What a tragic loss. My thoughts and prayers go out to the family.

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  2. Our family is just so saddened by this loss. Family is family regardless of distance and time. Her children, parents, siblings, aunts uncles, cousins are all in my prayers. Gone too soon! May the angels lead her into paradise.

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  3. R.I.P
    THANK YOU FOR YOUR COURAGE AND PROFESSIONALISM WORKING IN SUCH A DIFFICULT ATMOSPHERE AT BOEING! I WOULDN’T HAVE MADE IT THROUGH MY TIME ON 2ND SHIFT WITHOUT YOUR HELP! I WON’T FORGET YOUR KINDNESS AND GRACE!
    THANKS AGAIN!

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  5. Alan Parsons Project, you were one of my most cherished friends. I am honored to be thought of alongside you and Rosa. Our bond we made in college as best friends, roommates, and pilots is life’s true gift. I loved how no matter how long we didn’t see one another it always felt like home when we did. I will think of you and your beautiful laugh, your smile, your daft punk dancing skills, your kindness towards animals and people, oh Lofy. Thank you for buying us that trampoline, and telling me it was okay to spend my rent money on skydiving in Chanute, Kansas at the Airshow. Thanks for the out right belly laughs at the most random silly moments we shared like when quoting Austin Powers, jealously burning Victoria Secret magazines, road trips to Wichita, a Ja Rule concert, storm chasing with Joel, the cake you and Rosa made for me, flying in Rosa’s 182 together, you uncomfortably staying at our air bnb on our wedding night, and the letter you and Rosa sent to me while I was in Army training, for which I did many pushups for 😉 I am so glad we got to fly together and enjoyed so many memories while on campus and the flight team. Alan, you always made me feel accepted, deeply loved, supported and always lifted me up. Thank you for sharing your precious time and part of your life with me. Thank you for having such cute babies and making me an honorary Aunt. Your children are truly wonderful humans. I will do my best to live my life with the unique light you so brightly shined and shared with me. I will miss you. Rest in peace my beautiful Alyson. (Ps. wrote this while at altitude, I know your flying high my love.)

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