John Buran Studdard
John B. Studdard, 82, died Monday Nov. 18, 2013 at his home in Lawrence KS from a difficult bout with autoimmune interstitial lung disease. Services will be Saturday Nov. 23, 2013 at 2 PM at University Community of Christ Church, 1700 University Drive. He donated his body to KUMedical Center for research and teaching.
John was born to Buran and Eva Studdard in Kansas City, 1931. He graduated from Argentine High 1941, Graceland College 1952, and University of Kansas School of Business 1956. He served in the US Army (Korea 1952-54). He worked as an accountant/auditor in various places including Tennessee, Ohio, Texas and Kansas (KU and State). He was an elder in Community of Christ church, and did chaplain work for US Army, American Legion Post 14, AARP, Civil Air Patrol and where needed. He served as a volunteer in Lawrence for many groups including AARP Tax Aide, DCCOA, JAAA, Lied Ushering, Outreach International, and on many Boards including Graceland Alumni.
He married Louise Taylor in 1957. He later married Audrey Kamb in 2003 and had wonderful years together traveling extensively, dancing, attending events and sharing.
Survivors include wife Audrey, son Wayne (Lia), stepdaughter Janice Griffin (David) & family Lindsey and Christa, and other stepfamily. He was loved by many.
Donations in lieu of flowers may be made to Outreach International, American Legion Post 14 (Lawrence), veteran's organizations, or donor's choice.
Online condolences may be sent in care of warrenmcelwain.com
Please sign this guestbook at Obituaries.LJWorld.com.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
For the Most Special Guy in my life... brought a light into my darkness.
Audrey
December 17, 2013
Audrey--I'm so sorry to hear of your loss. But happy for the good years you had together. God bless.................
Pat Vanderhoek
December 11, 2013
Audrey, I know that it's so hard to lose someone so close to you. I'm hoping that the many memories that the two of you generated during your marriage will help you get through this very difficult part of your life...such a painful loss!!! Thinking of you and hope we can keep in touch.
Dee Dee Wickman, Rochester, NY
November 25, 2013
Congratulations Audrey for what you and John have accomplished. You took care and loved him and now, he has graduated to the next life. Thank you for your nursing and loving care. I regret not speaking with him on Sunday at the service. Who would have known his time was so short? But praise God, his suffering is over. Bless you and take care. Love, Jane
Jane Campbell
November 23, 2013
Marian Davis, Tulsa, formerly of Lawrence, and David and Rhona Davis, Tulsa, send to the Studdard family our condolences for your loss. John was truly a good man and good friend.
November 22, 2013
Audrey, I'm so sorry.
Nan Scott
November 22, 2013
We are so sorry to hear of your loss. Our thoughts are with you at this sad time.
Edna & Al Wehrsdorfer
November 22, 2013
My sincere condolences on your great loss. May you find peace and comfort during this sad time…Psalm 25:16,17
November 22, 2013
Audry, We are sorry for your loss. We will all miss John. John and Donna
November 22, 2013
Showing 1 - 9 of 9 results
The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.
Read moreWhat kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?
Read moreWe'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.
Read moreIf you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.
Read moreLegacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.
Read moreThey're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.
Read more