L. B. Bearden

Bearden, L. B. “Popo”, 80, retired parts distributor, died Tuesday, January 31, 2006. A visitation with the family will be held this evening, from 6-8 PM in the Garden Chapel of Watson Funeral Home. Funeral services are scheduled for 1:00 PM Friday, at the Rose Hill First Baptist Church, 1206 N. Rose Hill Rd., with burial following at Dunlap Cemetery. Preceding him in death were his cherished brothers, Woody and Shot Bearden. His survivors include his beloved wife, Ilene, daughter, Lou Ann Draper, both of Rose Hill, half sister, Beatrice Strong, of Illinois, grandchildren, Christian Draper, Melissa Barton, Jennifer Draper, Chelsea Draper, and great grandchildren, Tyler, Katelyn, Colton, Connor, Dylan. Memorial donations may be made to Harry Hynes Memorial Hospice, 313 S. Market, Wichita, KS 67202.