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Marvel Hastert Obituary

Marvel Lee Hastert, 85, of Lawrence, Kansas, passed on May 3, 2025 at her home surrounded by loved ones. A Celebration of Life will take place at a later date.

Marvel was born on January 29, 1940 in Bush City, Kansas to Harry Estle and Cleta Mae (Bennett) Teter.

Marvel will be remembered for her love and dedication to her family and her time spent being a caregiver to others during her years of being a CNA.

Marvel was proceeded in death by both of her parents, her husband, and two brothers.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Douglas County Visiting Nurses in Marvel's name: https://kansasvna.org/index.php/make-a-donation

For more information or to post a condolence go to warrenmcelwain.com.

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

Published by Lawrence Journal-World on May 8, 2025.

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Funeral services provided by:

Warren-McElwain Mortuary & Cremation Services - Lawrence Chapel

120 W 13th St, Lawrence, KS 66044

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