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A Celebration of Life Service for Michael Jennings Conner, 73, Lawrence KS, will be held at 1:00 p.m. Saturday, October 6, 2018 at First Presbyterian Church in Lawrence. Inurnment will be held at a later date at Maple Hill Cemetery in Kirksville, Missouri. He passed away Friday, September 21, 2018 at Lawrence Memorial Hospital.
Michael was born May 13, 1945 in Greentop, Missouri. At the age of 10 days he was adopted by Dewey Sterling and Vera Eldora (Steele) Conner. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army and served from 1966 until his Honorable Discharge in 1972. He was a 1963 graduate of Kirksville, Mo High School. He earned a Bachelor of Science in Education and a Masters of Arts at Truman State University formally NE Missouri State University. Michael was a member of Phi Delta Kappa. He was a charter member of Delta Omicron Mu. He was Director of Special Education in Garden City and Eureka KS for 14 years. Michael J. Conner M.A. LUTCF was both a District Manager and agent for Farmers Insurance Group from 1986 until his passing. Michael received numerous awards during his career such as: Agent of the Year, Top Life Agent, Premier Agent Award, Toppers Club, Life Masters, Commercial Select Agent, President LAIFA, President General Agent and Managers Association (G.A.M.A.), Farmers Forum – Top 50 US Qualifier and Top Life Premium – District 04-03. He was President of G.A.M.A. 1990-1996 and President of N.A.I.F.A. from 2004-2005. He was a 32nd degree Mason and a member of the Shrine.
He married Patricia Garrett on March 11, 1978 in Garden City, KS. She survives of the home.
Other survivors include their children, Sean Conner (Karen) Lawrence, KS, Rachelle Nuessner (Mark) Rogers, Arkansas, Debra Puga (Belen) Wichita, KS, Steven Alpers, Aventura, FL, Larry Alpers, Dallas, TX, Rebecca Shehadi (David Sr.), Dorset, Vermont; 18 grandchildren, Reilly, Kamryn, Tyler, Paige, Jared, Morgan, Evan, Corey, Joshua, Sarah, Nina, David Jr., Joe, Michael, Lisa, Daniel, Christine, Marcus, numerous nieces, nephews and cousins. He was preceded in death by his parents Dewey and Vera Conner and uncles, Earl, John and Jennings Conner.
Michael was an avid KU fan, having season football tickets for over 30 years.
Michael was an organ donor and will be able to enhance the lives of many people including the gift of sight.
Memorial contributions may be made in his name to The American Cancer Society, Alzheimer's Association, Shriners Childrens Hospital, or to a charity of the donor's choice and may be sent in care of Warren-McElwain Mortuary, 120 W. 13th Street, Lawrence, KS 66044.For more information or to post condolences go to warrenmcelwain.com.
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Going to miss his enthusiasm. Always felt better after talking to him. We shared similar views and felt outnumbered.
Mark Stubbs
October 6, 2018
Pat, we are so sorry to see where Mike passed away! Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this difficult time.
Ed and Mary Lou Almanza (Lawrence, KS)
October 2, 2018
Talked to Mike least a month ago and as usual it was always a pleasing talk.he will be missed and my prayers go out to the family. FLOYD
floyd olson
October 1, 2018
I spoke with Mike by phone many times through our work for Farmers Insurance. I enjoyed our conversations, often going from work to personal chit chat, and appreciated not only his professional knowledge but also his friendliness, humor and kindness. I am very sad and shocked to hear of his passing, and offer my deepest sympathy.
Jim Mills
Coworker
September 28, 2018
Pat, Shari and I were deeply saddened when we got word of Mike's passing. It is so difficult to realize he is no longer with us. Pat our thoughts and prayers are with you and the family. May our Lord wrap His loving arms around you and give you strength and grace as He comforts you at this time. We Love You, Daniel and Shari
Daniel & Shari Bullock
September 27, 2018
Pat, I am so sorry for your lost. My deepest condolences to you and your family.
September 27, 2018
RIP brother, many prayers for you, Pat and your family. We'll miss your friendship. Jerry & Gay Johnsen
Jerry Johnsen
September 24, 2018
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