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Lorita Pendleton Obituary

Lorita Higginbottom Pendleton, 91, Lawrence, passed away September 10, 2017 at Brandon Woods.

She was born March 14, 1926, in Winfield, KS, daughter of Clarence and Louise Janke Higginbottom. She graduated from Winfield High School in 1944 and the University of Kansas in 1948. She was the art supervisor in the Abilene, KS, public schools for two years and in the Lawrence elementary schools for three years.

Mrs. Pendleton married Albert B. Pendleton on August 2, 1953, in Lawrence, who predeceased her. She and her husband became partners in their farming operation and were active together in church, agriculture and community projects. She was a member of Redeemer Lutheran Church. Her family received the Douglas County 4-H Family of the Year award in 1977 and the Kansas 4-H Family of the Year award in 1982.

She was a member of the Lutheran Women's Missionary League, the Kaw Valley Extension Homemakers Unit and PEO Chapter EA. As an early member of the Lawrence Art Guild, she was on the committee that founded Art in the Park, the Guild's annual outdoor exhibition.

Survivors include three sons and their families, James B. and Barbara, Germantown, TN, John C. and Karen, Lawrence, A. Scott and Cindy, Orlando, FL; eight grandchildren, Jared Pendleton (Erin), Melody Greene (Wyeth), Marissa Benedict (Cade), Liz Grillot (Thomas), Margaret Pendleton, Will Pendleton (Laura), Andrew Pendleton (Anna) and Jonathan Pendleton (Brittany); and nine great-grandchildren, Jonah Biklen Pendleton, Taylor Dean Pendleton, River James Pendleton, Walker Wyeth Greene, Everly Mae Greene, Jacob Lawrence Benedict, Simon Francis Grillot, Miles Theodore Grillot, and Jaxton Cooper Pendleton . She is also survived by her sister, Dorothy Flottman, Winfield, KS, nieces, Becky Flottman Courtney and Hendle Rumbaut, and nephews, Bruce Gilfillan, David Gilfillan and Steven Pendleton. A daughter-in-law, Marilyn Lacey Pendleton, preceded her in death.

The family will receive friends at a visitation, followed by a prayer service on September 26th, 5:30 – 7:30 p.m. at Redeemer Lutheran Church. Inurnment will be held at 10:30 a.m., September 27th, at Oak Hill Cemetery.

The family suggests memorials to Redeemer Lutheran Church, Douglas County 4-H Endowment Association, or to a charity of the donor's choice, sent in care of Warren McElwain Mortuary.

Condolences may be posted to warrenmcelwain.com.

Published by Lawrence Journal-World from Sep. 11 to Sep. 12, 2017.
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Aunt Lorita's passing was a huge loss for everyone who knew and loved her. She was always exceedingly kind to me, and I will miss her greatly. Both she and Cathy had three wonderful sons, and the conversations invariably turned to "family". Our condolences to Jim, John, Scott and their families. Much love, Steve Pendleton & Cathy

Steve Pendleton

September 27, 2017

Our condolences to the Pendleton family. We saw Lorita often at Brandon Woods while visiting my mother. Thinking of all of you wonderful people. Tim and Betsy Forcade

September 26, 2017

My condolences to everyone. Lorita was a joy to see every Friday at Brandon Woods. Coming to know her during these past few years I was blessed when she called me her friend. We often talked about her wall of photos and how each person was related. She was thrilled when we added a photo of her great-grandson Jaxton in his bow tie at a recent wedding in Houston. My thoughts are with each of the families of Jim, John and Scott.

September 24, 2017

I really miss Lorita, she was such a sweet and caring person, and so loved her family! We had great times talking about all her "Pride and Joys". Thoughts and prayers to all her family. Thanks for letting me get to know both of your parents!

Kathy Eisman, Lifestyle 360 Director

September 19, 2017

Blessings and comfort to the Pendleton family during this time of loss.

Sash Willingham

September 17, 2017

Helen,

My condolences to you and your family. Your aunt was obviously a very special person to you.

Dave Harrell

September 17, 2017

I am so sorry for the loss of your loved one. May you find comfort in knowing that those who have died, God keeps in his memory because they are precious in his eyes. Psalm 116:15.
RV-Texas

September 17, 2017

Helen,
My condolences to you and your family for your loss.
It sounds like she was an important part of your family. You were blessed to have had her.

Barb Wente-Linke

September 15, 2017

Our deepest condolences to all the Pendleton family in the loss of Lorita. She was such a joy to visit when we were up the road at the Clifford Coxes. Always sweet, kind to our children and to us.
What a sweet legacy she leaves.

Al and Elaine Cox

September 15, 2017

I will miss dear Aunt Lorita and her constant good cheer and love. My deepest condolences to Jim, John, and Scott and their families.

Mike Ambrose

September 13, 2017

My beloved Aunt Lorita was one of my favorite relatives. Married to my dad Bill Pendleton's brother Al, she showed me the joys of the farm life, a devoted marriage, and great kids. Jim, John, and Scott are upstanding and beyond reproach. They love the Lord, work hard, and help others. And their wives--Barbara (also the late Marilyn Lacey Pendleton), Karen, and Cindy--are the same. How we will miss her! But we know that she had put her faith in Jesus Christ, and is now in His joyful presence, healed and whole, anticipating that everyone in her circle of friends and family will make the same choice and spend eternal life with her. My deepest condolences to all who mourn her loss. May the Lord give you His peace, which passes understanding. Philippians 4:7

Helen "Hendle" Pendleton Rumbaut

September 12, 2017

Lorita, I will miss you and your smile.
Ingrid H, Brandon Woods Nurse 2-10

Ingrid Hartman

September 11, 2017

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