Wednesday, December 4, 2019

Alma Jessee

(From Derfelt Funeral Home)

Alma Irene Jessee, age 90, of Galena, KS passed away Tuesday morning, December 3, 2019 at her home.

Alma was born July 10, 1929 to the late Orville and Margaret (Arnold) Eckhardt in Oklahoma. She lived in the area since 1945, marrying Peter Graham Jessee on March 12, 1947. He preceded her in death.

During her life Alma worked as a CNA for Dr. Stanley Davis. She was a member of Oronogo Christian Church.








Surviving Alma are three sons: Buddy Joe Jessee (wife Janet) of Tulsa, OK; Richard Wayne Jessee (wife Patty) of Columbus, KS; and David Brent Jessee (wife Karin) of Galena, KS; two daughters: Janice Sue Kane (husband Michael) of Lees Summit, MO; and Marcia Ann Beggs of Columbus, KS; and one brother Virgil Eckhardt of Rogers, AR; 13 grandchildren, and 15 great grandchildren.

Arrangements are being handled through Derfelt Funeral Home of Columbus, KS. Graveside Service will be on Saturday, December 7, 2019 at 11:00 AM, at Hosey Hill Cemetery in Weir, KS. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that memorial donations be given to Avalon Hospice, and may be left in care of the funeral home.

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