Susan "Francie" Wendling

Susan Frances Wendling, affectionately known as Francie, was born on March 30, 1962, in Kingman, Kansas. She passed away on November 9, 2026, in Wichita, Kansas, at the age of 64, after a courageous battle with cancer.

Francie lived a life marked by strength, resilience, and an unwavering dedication to those she loved. With a professional background as a medical lab technician and later a materials buyer, she showcased her remarkable intelligence, whit and commitment throughout her life. Beyond her work, Francie found immense joy in spending time with her cherished family and friends, especially her beloved grandchildren, whose laughter and love filled her heart.

Francie embraced life’s simple pleasures with enthusiasm and selflessness. She cherished good music, sunny days by the pool, and traveling. She anchored her life around the people she loved; no sacrifice was too great. She was a beacon of peace and strength, embodying the spirit of a peacekeeper, and inspiring all who knew her with her courage and kindness.

She is preceded in death by her parents, Omer “Bud” and Margaret Osner; and her sisters, Rita and Marilyn. Sister-in-law, Pamela Geifer; brothers-in-law, Jerry Kallaus, Tom Strohl and Doug Hardie; and her fathers-in-law, Phillip Wendling Sr and Carl Baggett.

Francie leaves behind a loving family, including her devoted husband, Phillip Wendling; Daughter, Jillian (Philip) Ruffo; son, Paul (Megan) Wendling; grandchildren, Braiden, Charlotte, Bryson and Jackson, and mothers-in-law; Patty Baggett and Mary Fran Wendling. Her siblings, Anne Kallaus, Pat (Doug) Paul,Theresa (Harold) Stark, Laura (Rick) Franzen, Martha (Ron) Albers, Janet Hardie, Carol (Bob) Heimerman, Mike (Leann) Osner; and brother-in-law, Scott (Tammy) Wendling, who will all deeply miss her. Francie also leaves behind numerous nieces, nephews and friends who cherished their time with her.

Francie Wendling leaves behind a legacy of love and inspiration. Her life reminds us that even in the face of challenges, the strongest person ever can shine brightly and touch countless lives.

Visitation will be at 5:00 p.m., Sunday, November 15, 2026, at Downing & Lahey West Chapel. Rosary will be at 10:30 a.m., Funeral Mass will be at 11:00 a.m., both on Monday, November 16, 2026, at St. Patrick Catholic Church – Kingman. Burial to follow at Walnut Hill Cemetery, Kingman.

Services in care of Downing & Lahey West Mortuary.