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Carol Sedlak Obituary

Carol L. Sedlak, age 59 of Kincaid, KS, passed away Saturday, May 7, 2016 at Anderson County Hospital, after a long illness. Carol was born on October 6, 1956, to Pearl Mitchell and Lester Harmon. Carol was preceded in death by her mother, Pearl Dillon; two sisters, Tauna Capps and Debbie Flint; two brothers, Buddy Halderman and Gene Dillon; two stepdads, Glen Halderman and Pee Wee Dillon; and nephews, Jason Alexander and David Deshazer. Carol is survived by Don Sedlak, husband of the home; daughter, Kristi Stephens and husband Scott Stephens of Kincaid, KS; grandson, Dylan Sedlak of Baldwin, KS; two granddaughters, Shandra Sedlak of Ottawa, KS, Cheyenne Stephens of Westmoreland, KS; two great grandsons, Stetson Anderson of Ottawa, KS, Wayde Sedlak Marckmann of Sarasota, FL; great granddaughter, Addison Becker of Westmoreland, KS; sister, Brenda Dillon of Kansas City, KS; brother, Bill Dillon of Blue Springs, MO; two nieces, BJ Deshazer of Otterville, MO, Meshel Adams of Lee's Summit, MO; nephew, Troy Sedlak of Galveston, TX; great nieces and nephews; and great great nieces and nephews. There will be a celebration of life for Carol, June 18, 2016 at Clinton State Park, campground 3, Shelter 6 at 5 p.m. Memorial contributions can be made to the American Cancer Society, sent in care of Rumsey-Yost Funeral Home & Crematory, PO Box 1260, Lawrence, KS 66044. Condolences may be sent at rumsey-yost.com.

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Published by Lawrence Journal-World from May 8 to May 19, 2016.

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Brandi Wright

June 2, 2016

I am saddened to hear about Mama Seds passing. She was there for everyone. She loved Kristi like there was no tomorrow and her grandbabies. She helped me a lot with babysitting my son and just being an ear or a shoulder if I ever needed it. Don,Kristi and family you are in my prayers. She is watching over you giving her two cents worth all the way. Love to all.

Bobbi & Scott Jones

May 25, 2016

Such a warm, loving and sweet lady. Carol you left your mark on us. We will always think of you fondly. The world has lost a sweet angel who will now be spending eternity in Heaven. We can all do well by utilizing your lessons on Grace, love, and acceptance. RIP sweet lady!

Brenda Dillon

May 19, 2016

I miss you so my sister. I know you are pain free and in the arms of our savior. You are reunited with all you have lost! May you rest I peace and I'll see you again in heaven. I love you and miss you terrible. All my love to my niece and Don and all the many family and friends who loved carol

Chad Atwell

May 10, 2016

Condolences to the entire family. My mom and Carol were best friends. Now they both can reunite and help each other watch over us. Rest in peace. Heaven awaits. My prayers and love go to the family...

Crysol Lucas

May 9, 2016

I am so sorry for your loss. My prayers are with the family.

Tammy Groves

May 8, 2016

Carol when we heard the news of you receiving your eternal life in heaven, we all started crying.. We rejoiced that you were free from pain.....but cried because we lost a woman of great strength, love and great friendship... Our hearts are breaking for Kristi, Dillon and Shandra, as well as your husband. One day my friend we will all rejoice again in Heaven with you.. Until we meet again know you were loved on earth, just like you are in heaven...

Erica Hurt

May 8, 2016

Carol you will be greatly missed. She was a mentor to so many of us both young and old. She would call just to say HELLO and I think it was to check up on us. Kristi and her family will be in my thoughts and prayers. Carol I light this candle in honor of you. You shared your love with so many people. Your door was always open to anyone when they needed you. I am so happy and blessed to have met such an amazing woman like you and to be able to call you my friend.

Barbara Davis

May 8, 2016

So sorry for your loss. We will all miss Carol. Rest In Peace my dear Niece.

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