Lyman Harding
Lyman Harding born in 1889 married Lillie Cirkel born in 1897 in the
Isabel vicinity where they spent their entire lives. They were the parents
of eight children. Duane born in 1925 died shortly after birth. The others
attended Isabel Grade and High School. The boys were active in sports. Lyman
was a member of the IOOF Lodge and Lillie was a Rebekah. He died in 1956 and
she in 1982.
Eugene "Turk" born in 1916 married Lois Mease. Their daughter Eugenia
Schafer, her husband, Dave and daughter Angie live in Omaha, Nebraska. Their
son Sam, his wife Jacquie and son Phillip live in St. Louis, Missouri. Eugene
retired from Western Power in 1981 after 40 years of service. Lois has been
a doctor's receptionist for 26 years in Concordia, Kansas.
Vernon born in 1920 was employed by Phillips Oil Company. He was killed
in an accident near Alva, Oklahoma in 1941.
Ralph born in 1923 joind the Army Air Force during World War II and was
killed in a plane crash in England in 1943.
Lloyd born in 1927 and his wife Clara live in Harper, Kansas. He was
formerly married to Rosie Wohlschegel. They were the parents of five children:
Elaine, Joe, Shelley, Shawn and Troy. All live in the Harper area.
Leona born in 1933 is married to Willis Muth. Their daugher Teri married
Steve Taylor. They all live in Wichita. Leona and Willis have been employed
by Boeing Aircraft Company for many years.
Dean born in 1936 married Violet Hensiek. They have two children, Mike
and Deanene, who are students. Dean is employed by Williams Gas Company at
Enid, Oklahoma, where they live. Violet is a nurse.
Lois born in 1939 is married to Donald Hare. They have two daughers,
Deana and Donna. All live in the Chicago area. Donald is employed by the former
International Harvester Company.
The family is proud to be a part of the Isabel community and recall a
lot of fond memories while growing up there.
Source: Isabel, Kansas - The First 100 Years, 1887 - 1987, pg. 86
Submitted by: Eugene Harding