Anne Elizabeth (Tyler) Porzenheim
April 11, 2011
Porzenheim, Anne Elizabeth (Tyler), 78, retired dental hygienist, retail sales and realtor, passed away Monday, April 11, 2011 at the Kaye Pogue Hospice Center at Hospice of Salina. Viewing will be 1:00 ~ 9:00 p.m., with family present 6:00 ~ 8:00 p.m., Friday, April 15, at Downing Lahey Mortuary West. The Rosary will be at 10:00 a.m., Monday, April 18, with Funeral Mass at 11:00 a.m., both at St. Patrick Catholic Church. Anne was a graduate of Fairleigh Dickinson University College of Dental Hygiene in Rutherford, NJ. She married in 1956 in Waterbury, CT, and moved to Dallas, TX. Anne moved to the Wichita, KS area in 1959, making her final home in Salina in 2007. Anne was a volunteer for the Girl Scouts of America, the Wichita Deaf and Hard of Hearing Association and taught sign language in the Wichita area. Anne interpreted for the deaf and hard of hearing Mass at St. Patricks Church in Wichita; was a neighborhood chairman for the Wichita Area Girl Scout Council and a leadership trainer. She was camp manager for the Wichita Area Girl Scout Council at Little House, Camp Seikooc and Camp Wiedemann. She went by the camp name of “Ivy”. Preceded in death by her parents, William E. and Margaret G. Tyler. Survivors: daughters, Lauren (Porzenheim) Wright of Wichita, Carvel Reinsch (Don) of Salina and Melinda Porzenheim of Pensacola, FL; grandchildren, Andrew Wright, Jonathan Wright and Kristen Hymer. Memorials have been established with The Kaye Pogue Hospice Center at Hospice of Salina, 730 Holly Lane, Salina, KS, 67401, Girl Scouts of Kansas Heartland, 360 Lexington Rd., Wichita, KS, 67218 and Wichita Deaf and Hard of Hearing Association, 1646 E. Central, Wichita, KS, 67214.
Viewing, 1:00-9:00 P.M., with family present 6:00-8:00 P.M., Friday, April 15 at Downing Lahey Mortuary West. Rosary, 10:00 A.M., Monday, April 18, St. Patrick Catholic Church
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Cousins – My recollection of your mother is of a beautiful, charming and sophisticated woman. I have to admit I had quite a crush on her back then. Having just lost Mom, Aunt Betty, I empathize with the pain you are and will be experiencing.I’m so sorry for your loss. Love, Todd
Carvel– your mom was more than just a resident for me–she truly was my friend. I could always count on her to give me the best advice- most times when I didnt want to hear the truth. She was an amazing woman and I will miss her every day. She was so stubborn I so expected her to pull another Mrs. Anne and come out of this last battle shining again, but I thank God for finally letting her rest. I have cried tears of happiness for her and sadness for your family. And selfishly for myself because I miss my friend. One thing I will always remember about her is how beautiful she was no matter how she looked. The only woman who could be blind with bells palsey and minimal use of her left side and STILL curl her hair and put on makeup and look like a million bucks. I looked up to your mom and she will always be a role model for me in my life– she always counceled me in my decision making and her words of wisdom will be with me forever.
Melinda, Lauren and Carvel…. My condolences to you, from Deed’s mom, Diane. We were neighbors on the alley years ago. I remember you all fondly, especially you, Melinda. I wish I could hear you and Deed laugh and laugh like you used to. I will be thinking of you as you move through this sad time.
Dear Carvel, Lauren, and Melinda, I am so sorry for your loss. Your mother was a good friend and someone that I greatly respected and admired. She was very special and an important person in my life. I will not forget her.
I am a Eucharistic Minister that takes communion the 4th Sunday of each month. I had the privilege of bringing communion twice to Anne. I was so touched by her faith and acceptance of her situation. She was so patient and kind with the nurses that you wondered just who was actually the patient. For only knowing her a very short time, she truly impacted my life in a positive faith-filled way. I will continue to keep her and your families in my prayers. My deepest sympathy to you.
I was fortunate to meet, know and lector with Anne when she was at St. Patrick’s as she signed at the masses. A very dedicated servant of our Lord and Savior and one who loved the skills of being able to sign for the less fortunate. My condolences to family and may Anne rest in the bosom of her Savior, Jesus Christ. Frank Schneweis
Carvel and Lauren – We want to express to you our love and support during this difficult time. Your mom was a wonderful lady and taught us all how to live life as an adventure. I enjoyed reading her obituary and learning about her life. Keep the good memories close to your heart.
Dear Lauren, Carvel, Melinda and Families, My deepest sympathy for your loss of a there was a special mother. Although miles kept us apart for too many years there was a cousins communication through various times and events. Aunt Margaret was our glue. I know Anne loved and cherished her daughters and family. She will never be forgotten. God Bless.
Lauren and family I know this is a difficult time but I also know you are assured your mother is in heaven; she is happy and at peace. My prayers and love are with you, Connie
I am sorry for your loss. I will miss Anne alot.She had taught me alot while she was at KenwoodView an I appreciate the time that we had spent together. May God be with you in your time of need
Lauren, Carvel and Melinda, My deepest sympathies at the loss of your mother. I was married to your mom’s cousin, Vinnie Keirnan. I fondly remember you all coming to visit one summer and hosting a party at our home in Wolcott so all the Dunn relatives could come an see you all. Unfortunately it rain buckets that day and we had to ‘host’ in the unfinished basement (too big a crowd for our tiny house). The big back yard was like a swimming pool there was sooo much rain. Your Grandma was soooo happy that day to have you all there. I truly loved your Grandma.Keep your fond warm memories close to you. Kay Curley (Kiernan) 6501 Shipyard Pl Falls Church, VA 22043
So sorry to read of Anne’s passing. She was such a good friend to my Mom and I have fond memories of her. Pattie Brayton Dunn