L. Wayne Vonachen

March 22, 1939 - September 17, 2014

Burlington, Wisconsin - L. Wayne Vonachen, 75, passed away on Wednesday the 17 th of September, 2014, at his home in Burlington, WI, surrounded by his family. Wayne was born on March 22, 1939 in McPherson, Kansas, the son of Cecil Rex Vonachen Sr. And Myrtle (Crawford) Vonachen. He was employed by International Harvester / Case IH for 39 Years holding the position of product distribution supervisor in Kansas, Colorado, California, and Texas. Transferring to Wisconsin in 1985, he held the positions of product distribution supervisor and pricing manager. He began his career with International Harvester at the Pratt, Ks company-owned store at the age of 19. Upon retirement, Wayne enjoyed woodworking, tinkering with cars, and visiting with neighbors while hanging around garage. A daily trip to McDonald’s for a cup of coffee and train watching were simple things he loved to do. Taking roads less traveled on numerous trips out west to visit family and friends was a favorite thing to do. Wayne and Connie Drummond were married July 25, 1965 at the First Baptist Church in Pratt, Kansas. Wayne is survived by his wife of 49 years, Connie; son Mark Vonachen of Hutchinson, Ks; son Keith Vonachen (Melanie) and grandaughters Mira and Solenne of Lisbon, WI; brother Cecil Rex Vonachen, Jr. (Ana) of Hutchinson, Ks and sister Arlene Vonachen of Anacortes, WA. Also surviving are nieces Kathleen Vonachen of San Matoe , CA and Paula Witt (Marshall) of Anacorts, WA. Nephews surviving are Steve Vonachen, Hutchinson, Ks and John Vonachen of Denver, Co. Best friend and brother-in-law Larry Drummond (Katrina) also survives. He was preceded in death by his parents and nephew Michael Chinn. Per Wayne’s wishes, a graveside service and burial will be held at Greenlawn Cemetery, Pratt, Kansas on Monday, September 22 at 2:00 p.m. Larrison Mortuary is in charge of arrangements. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be sent to the Wounded Warriors in care of Larrison Mortuary, 300 Country Club Road, Pratt, Ks 67124. Condolences may be sent to www.larrisonmortuary.com.