Judith Ann Burris
AUGUSTA - Burris, Judith Ann, 59, Director of the Towanda Public Library, passed away, Thursday, August 18, 2011. Memorial service, 10 a.m., Tuesday, August 23, First Presbyterian Church in Wichita. Survivors: parents, Patricia and Herbert Bevan, Jr. of Wichita; daughter, Megan Stueven of Augusta; son, Jason Marsteller of Wichita; brothers, Dr. Herbert E. Bevan, III (Renee) of Smithfield, VA, Dr. Jay P. Bevan (Jayna) of Missouri City, TX; grandson, Cooper Stueven. Memorial established with Towanda Public Library, 620 Highland St., Towanda, KS 67144. Downing Lahey West in Wichita.
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Megan & Cooper, our hearts feel for you both. The following was given to us just a short ago. A Note from Heaven If I could write from Heaven, This is what I’d say, Please don’t miss me too much, I’m with you throughout your day. You may not see or hear me, but if you’re quiet and still, you may feel my presence: Because in Heaven there is free will. Don’t worry for the day, It will come and go as planned, Enjoy each moment you are given, Keep worry from your hand. Keep sorrow to a minimum: For if Heaven you could see, You’d know I’m safe and happy, I did not cease to be. Moments in time are brief, Until we’ll be together again, As Eternity lasts forever, Our lives, they have no end.
Judy and I have been close friends for many years. I have always admired her for her intelligence, ability to make friends, her love of books and family. I think probably everyone in Towanda knew her, and they waved and were very friendly. We shared many things, but our mutual love of books was the predominate interest. She was very competent at the library and did many good things for them – updating systems and working hard with the public. Most of all, she was always willing to help and really liked to help people. Cooper was a much loved grandson and I know it was mutual. At one time I talked to her every day, and I will always miss her and love her. My prayers and thoughts to all of you. Jane
So happy to have been her friend if even for a short time. She was a joy in my life. I will never view the flint hills or plant a tomato or flower without remembering the time we enjoyed together.