Mary Kay Stenger 1945-2015
Mary Kay Stenger, 70, Topeka, died Friday, Sept. 25, 2015, at her home.
She was born Jan. 5, 1945, the daughter of Paul and Margie (Wolf) Stenger.
She was a school psychologist. Prior, she worked in the juvenile justice field and was a pioneer in the studies of linking delinquency and learning disabilities. Mary Kay retired from Seaman USD 345. She loved her family, her faith, and her friends.
She is survived by her brothers and sisters, Paul Stenger and wife Anne of Arlington, Va., Vicki Willenborg and spouse Karen Hyland of Kansas City, Mo., Mike Stenger and Pat Stenger of Topeka, Steve Stenger of Holton, David Stenger of Topeka and Suellyn Stenger of Hays; many nieces, nephews, great-nieces and nephews; and many friends.
She was preceded in death by her parents and a brother, Donnie Stenger.
Her body was donated to The University of Kansas Medical Center.
Mary Kay’s life will be celebrated with Mass of Resurrection at 11 a.m. on Saturday, Oct. 10, at Mater Dei (Holy Name) Church, 1114 S.W. 10th St., Topeka. Interment will be held at a later date in St. Joseph Cemetery, Hays. Memorials are suggested to the Mater Dei parish or to family wishes.
Condolences may be left for the family at www.haysmemorial.com
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