Name: Resthaven Mortuary & Gardens of Memory
Address: Wichita, KS

Verlon was always the hardest of workers!  I remember building a machine shop for a fellow church member,  we were all stretching out and screwing down the metal roofing and there was Verlon (in his 70's) working circles around us 30 and 40 year olds. I was impressed then and still am today!
He was a great man and will be missed!

Rest Verlon, until you hear at dawn, 
the low, clear reveille of God.

Thank you for your service to this nation.


My favorite Uncle.  Full of life, quick wit and charm! I loved Uncle Verlon, and the wonderful memories I have of him. I always wished we lived closer so I could visit with him more often. When our families would get together each year trading locations (Arkansas, Wichita, Ks), that was the highlight of my summer. During our visits, Uncle Verlon, Aunt Ardean, mom and dad would talk sometimes till early in the morning about the Bible, scripture meanings, and faith, just to name a few item discussions. Those days hold great memories, but the best  of all is that Uncle Verlon and my dad are now in Heaven. There are no more questions, no more concerns, no more sorrow or tears. They are praising our Savior and will be with Him for Eternity. Praise the Lord! Any time I miss Uncle Verlon, all I have to do is look up.

My mother, Mary Alice Harlan Hill, wanted me to share that you, Ardean, and the family are in her prayers.  She was able to read the obituary and see the pictures posted.  Don and Mary were kind enough to let us know.  Praying for comfort and peace during this difficult time.  Mother is doing well— if you are back in Arkansas please give us a holler and I will bring her by for a visit!  She sends her love.

My prayers are with y’all at this most difficult time in your lives. Praying God’s comfort will help  soften  your loss. 

I am so very sorry to hear of Uncle Verlon’s passing. He was one of the kindest and most gentle men I have ever known. I have so many fond and fun memories of he and Aunt Dean. We loved it when the Kansas families visited the Arkansas gang. My heart goes out to you girls and your families. You and Aunt Dean are in my thoughts and prayers. Love y’all!



I'm sorry for your loss and you are all in my prayers. He sounds like he was a wonderful man. I would have liked to know have known him. ❤️

We are so sorry to hear that Verlon passed away.  He was one of the sweetest and gentle souls I new.  I've known him since the 1950's growing up across the street on Lulu.  All the memories of babysitting  Sherry, Sheila and Susan.  It was such a joy to keep in touch with him and Ardean over the years.  We remember Verlon at the Hardware store on Harry st and then out here at Maize as we raised our children.  It was so fun to see him often and my husband got to know him very well at the Maize hardware store.   
We know you will miss him and you are in our prayers!  

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Ardean LaForce

Sherry Cowdin

John Cowdin

Sheila Donnell

Dale Donnell

Susan LaForce

Maud Inmann LaForce

Bertie Ethel LaForce

Verlon also has 5 grandchildren, Chris, Todd, Jeremy, Erik, Jody, and their families, which includes 7 great-grandchildren.

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Jeremy Donnell

Grayson Donnell

Marc Guerrero

Erik Donnell

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Verlon LaForce

August 24, 1927 – December 14, 2018

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