Alfred R. Polczinski, 89, passed away April 29, 2018. He was a retired political writer for the Wichita Eagle as well as a Korean Veteran. Alfred was involved with his church, political groups and volunteer work. His passions were his garden and wood working. He was preceded in death by his parents, Ludwig and Lucille Polczinski, his loving wife, Lucille and a son, Jerry Polczinski. He is survived by 3 daughters; Melanie (Harold) Rice of Wichita, KS, Terry (Dennis) Poell of Kechi, KS and Julie (Ralph) Stout of Valley Center, KS, 5 grandchildren; Brent, Sara, Adam, Allee and Kaylee as well as 2 great grandchildren; Ella and Lucy. A rosary will be held on Wednesday evening at 7:30 p.m. May 2, 2018 and Funeral Mass will be Thursday morning May 3, 2018 at 10:00 a.m. Both at St. Margaret Mary 2635 S. Pattie Wichita, KS 67216. Memorial have been established with Good Sheperd Hospice 7829 E. Rockhill St. #403 Wichita, KS 67206 and Center of Hope 400 N. Emporia Wichita, KS 67202.