Mary Louise Estes

Mary Louise Estes, 83, passed away in Wichita, KS on the morning of Thursday, December 28, 2017. Mary was preceded in death by her father, David L. Estes, Sr.; mother, Geraldine Estes; brothers, Jerry M. Estes, David L. Estes, Jr., Billy W. Estes, and Bob Estes. Mary was born in Centralia, IL and grew up in Lexington, KY. She taught school in several places, the longest at Emporia State University, Emporia, KS. She began a second career with the United States Postal Service in 1981. She served as a letter carrier, training and development specialist, and Postmaster. Survived by her significant other, Yvonne Slingerland of Wichita; 12 nieces and nephews; numerous great-nieces and nephews. Memorial Service will be at 2:00 P.M., Wednesday, January 3, 2017, at Downing & Lahey East Mortuary. Memorials have been established with: Wichita Childrens Home, 7271 E. 37th St. N., Wichita, KS, 67226, Pets In Crisis c/o the Cat Hospital of Wichita, 6130 E. Central, Ste. 100, Wichita, KS 67208.