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Leroy Komma Obituary

Leroy Komma, Lawrence, KS, was born February 8, 1938, in Ponca City, OK to the parents of Edward and Marguerite Komma. He was raised in various towns across Oklahoma and Kansas and graduated high school in Tonganoxie, KS. He graduated with a business degree from Northwestern Oklahoma State University.

He married Loretta Stiglmire in 1963. They had one son, Darin. Leroy and Loretta were married for over 45 years.

Leroy was hired by Cities Service Gas Company in 1962, the same company that his dad worked for. Like his father, Leroy and his family lived in various places in Kansas and Oklahoma, and he retired as an Area Supervisor from Williams Company after 35 years of service.

Leroy served in the Army Reserves and Oklahoma National Guard from 1962-68. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, golf, and volunteering to mow the church grounds for Corpus Christi Church as well as Mount Calvary Cemetery.

Leroy is preceded in death by his parents, his wife and a sister, Shirley Johnson. He is survived by his son, Darin and daughter-in-law, Annette, as well as a sister, Kathleen McGillivray, her husband Mont, and many nieces and nephews. Leroy was very well respected and had many friends.

For services details, please go to warrenmcelwain.com.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by Lawrence Journal-World on Jun. 4, 2023.

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Claris & Colleen Bleyenburg

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Our thoughts and prayers to Darin and Annette in the passing of your beloved Dad. Praying for comfort and peace for you during this difficult time.

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Warren-McElwain Mortuary & Cremation Services - Lawrence Chapel

120 W 13th St, Lawrence, KS 66044

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