Anita Eby 1938-2017
Anita Joan (Wilson) Eby, 79, of Mayetta, passed away in the presence of her daughters on June 6, 2017, at 9:13 p.m. at Midland Hospice House in Topeka.
She was born March 6, 1938, in Soldier to Wilmer and Edith (Thorton) Wilson.
She was preceded in death by a daughter, Terry Lynn Stewart; a brother, Wilbur Jean Wilson; and her parents.
She is survived by her husband, Gene Edward Eby; her daughters, Penny Rippe (Steve) and Darla Stewart; former spouse, Glen Walter Stewart; foster children, Wayne Germanprez and Connie Germanprez; a sister, Rowena Horr; a brother, Willard Wilson (Dianna); nine grandchildren; 18 great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews.
Anita cofounded and managed the Jackson County Training Center in Holton. She helped establish the Quiet Oaks apartments in Holton. Her younger days were spent dancing, boating and water skiing. Later in life, she enjoyed painting and drawing, loved animals and was always generous with a helping hand.
Plans for memorial services are pending. Memorial contributions may be sent to Heart of Jackson Humane Society, P.O. Box 126, Holton, KS 66436.
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