Elaine L. Reichenberger
July 17, 1947 ~ May 6, 2026
Born in: Wichita, Kansas
Resided in: Wichita, Kansas
Elaine L. Reichenberger, died Wednesday, May 6, 2026. Rosary, 7:30 P.M., Friday, May 8, 2026, and Funeral Mass, 10:00 A.M., Saturday May 9, 2026, both at St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church.
Elaine was born July 17, 1947, in Wichita, KS to Herbert and Hortence Winter. After graduating from Andale High School, she worked as a secretary in Wichita before marrying her husband, Gordon, in 1967 and starting a family in 1968. They moved to Wichita in 1970 and spent the next several decades raising seven children.
Elaine was a devout Catholic who prioritized instilling the faith in her children. She was a selfless mother and grandmother and had a special instinct for protecting those who needed it most. Elaine loved all dogs and the companionship they brought to her life. She appreciated watching all sports, especially the KU Jayhawks and KC Chiefs. She honored her family’s legacy of farming by being an excellent steward of her pasture and farm ground throughout her life. Elaine loved where she lived, the warmth of summer, and enjoying a toddy with her husband on the back porch.
Preceded in death by parents, Herbert and Hortence, husband, Gordon, and grandson, Levi Ward. Survived by son and daughter-in-law Ross and Jessica Reichenberger; daughter and son-in-law Pam and Sean Richardson; daughter and son-in-law Tina and Doug May of Overland Park, KS; daughter and son-in-law Lisa and Brent Holman; daughter and son-in-law Jill Ward and Todd Wolters; daughter and son-in-law Tara and Josh McIntosh; daughter and son-in-law Abby and Adam Burrus; grandchildren, Kristen Schweninger, Kally Sponsel, Connor and Reece May, Seth, Samantha, Seger, and Shane Holman, Harper and Maddox Reichenberger, and Sloane, Maren, and baby Burrus; great-grandchildren, Addilyn and Brooks Schweninger, Evie and Owen Sponsel, and Nora Holman; brother, Herbie Winter of Colwich, KS, and sisters, Mary Rose Helten of Lonetree, CO, and Rita Sims of Wichita, KS.
Memorials established with American Red Cross – Blood Services, 707 N. Main, Wichita, KS 67203 and Kansas Humane Society, 3313 N. Hillside St., Wichita, KS 67219.
Services in care of Downing & Lahey West Mortuary.
Services
Rosary: Friday, May 8, 2026 7:30 pm
St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church
861 N. Socora
Wichita, KS 67212
316-722-4404
Funeral Mass: Saturday, May 9, 2026 10:00 am
St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church
861 N. Socora
Wichita, KS 67212
316-722-4404
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Charities
The family greatly appreciates donations made to these charities in Elaine L. Reichenberger 's name.
American Red Cross - Midway Kansas Chapter
707 N. Main
Wichita,
KS
67203
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She was a wonderful woman who raised wonderful children❤️
My heart is with you all through your lose.
There are no words that can truly ease the loss of such an important part of your family, but please know that your family is in our hearts and prayers. May God wrap your family in comfort and peace, and may you find strength in knowing she is now with God watching over your family.
Our kids all played together in the big field behind our houses. Gordon had put up a football goalpost and had a mini baseball diamond. The boys loved hitting Golf ball and made a little course. What fun they had! Elaine would bring over baked goodies around the holidays. Family was her everything ❤️ Love and hugs to her children and grandchildren. She will always be in your 💞hearts. God bless you all.✝️✨️🩷
Jill, Tina and family,
I am saddened to see that your sweet Mom has passed. My thoughts and prayers are with you and the family as you walk this path of grief once more.
So sorry for your loss, our thoughts and prayers are with you.
So sorry for your loss. We are praying and thinking about your family in this time of need. She will be a beautiful angel and will always be watching over you.
Ross and family , I didn’t know your mom, but from what I heard she was an amazing mom and lady. So very sorry for your loss. Elona Ruffo
Ross and family. I am so sorry for your loss . I didn’t know your mom, but she sounded like a lovely lady.