William A. Ayesh
February 26, 2020
William A. Ayesh, Age 94, husband, father, businessman, passed away February 26, 2020. William graduated from Wichita North High. After serving in the Army he returned home and started the Osborn Hat Company. In addition, he was the owner of many restaurants, including The Shocker Faculty and Alumni Club. William was a member of the Midian Shrine for 74 years. William was a devoted husband, father, and mentor to his two sons, Bill and Mark. We are so grateful for his competitive spirit in life that he passed on to us. William was kind to everyone and will be missed by many. He is survived by his sons, Bill, Jr. (Kathy) and Mark; grandsons, Mark Ayesh, Jr., Clint (Stephanie) Ayesh, Scott (Jenny) Hatchett; granddaughters, Remy Ayesh, Stacey (Steve) Benjamin, Isabella Ayesh; great-grandchildren, Alli, Sam, Sydney, Seth, Shelby, Kennedy, and Peyton. He was preceded in death by his wife, Susan; parents, Sam and Maheba Ayesh of Marjayoun, Lebanon; brothers, Richard, Fred, Ralph; sister, Rae Sion. Viewing will be at 9:30 am, Trisagion and Funeral Service will be at 10:00, Thursday, March 5, 2020, at St. George Orthodox Christian Cathedral. Burial will follow at Old Mission Cemetery. A memorial has been established with St. George Orthodox Christian Cathedral, 7515 E. 13th St. N., Wichita, KS 67206. Services in care of Downing & Lahey East Mortuary.
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Rest William, until you hear at dawn, the low, clear reveille of God. Thank you for your service to this nation.
Mark and family, the Southeast Class of 1971 offer our condolences to the family.
Condolences to the family. I remember Mr. Ayesh because I grew up with Mark as a classmate starting in 7th grade. Mr. and Mrs. Ayesh were great supporters of all our athletic events. And my father (passed in 2006) was also a Midian Shriner.
Mark: I just learned about the loss of your DAD and my good friend BILL. I tried to call you but you had already left for the day. I do want to visit with you about the circumstances of his death and will contact you when things settle down for you. Because of medical reasons, I will be unable to attend the final service for your DAD. I will explain when I visit with you. I know BILL would understand. The news about your DAD extremely sad for me, He and I had many good times together and he will be missed as well as the community that knew him and what he stood for. Many great names in the history of Wichita would feel the loss if they were alive Everyone knew BILL and would have many good stories to share. I hope the ALMIGHTY is a Democrat so that BILL will feel comfortable at home. I know that you were especially close to your DAD and you will miss him more than anyone, but be thankful for all the great years you enjoyed with him and rest assured he is in the right place in the hereafter. Al Kamas
Mystery eternal
Please accept our deepest condolences for your family’s loss.