Russel Spohn

Russel Spohn, 81, a lifelong resident of Fredonia, Kansas, died at his home on Friday, December 30, 2011. He was born January 8, 1930 in Fredonia, the son of Charles Albert and Lenora Isabel (Carpenter) Spohn. Russel was a 1948 graduate of Fredonia High School. He served as a sergeant in the United States Army 1951-1953. On April 14, 1951, in Fredonia, Russel was united in marriage to Maurita Joan Opperman. The Spohn"s recently celebrated 60 years of marriage. She survives at their home. Russel was employed and eventually became co-owner of Kansas Bank Note Company in Fredonia. He retired after devoting 50 years of employment to KBNC. In addition, he was a farmer and a cattleman for most of his life. He was a member of the First United Methodist Church in Fredonia, a lifetime member of the National Rifle Association, the American Legion, and the Varmint Hunter"s Association. Survivors, in addition to his wife, Maurita, inlcude: Two sons: Richard and Tami Spohn of Fredonia, KS Roger and Dava Spohn of Lawrence, KS One sister: Edna Hollis of Fredonia, KS Two grandchildren: Ryan and Lacey Spohn of Fredonia, KS Jessica and David Wade of Tonganoxie, KS Three great granddaughters: Vaylin, Toryn and Kacyn Spohn His parents and one brother, Robert Spohn, preceded Russel in death. A graveside service will be held at 2:00 P.M. on Wednesday, January 4, 2012 at the Fredonia City Cemetery with Rev. Gene Benefiel officiating. The family will receive friends on Tuesday evening, 5:00 P.M.-7:00 P.M. at Timmons Funeral Home. A memorial has been established in Russel"s name with Harry Hynes Memorial Hospice and contributions can be sent to the funeral home. Words of condolence for the family may be left on this website. Timmons Funeral Home, PO Box 168, Fredonia, KS, 66736, is in charge of the arrangements.