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Wilma Jeanne (Webb) McGeary, 96, passed away on August 9, 2025.
Wilma was born in February of 1929 in Beverly, Kansas. She was the youngest of five children born to Bert and Olive Webb. She attended school at Beverly High School, graduating in 1947. She married Jack McGeary in August 1947 and was married for 71 years until his death in 2018. They lived in Beverly until moving to Salina in 1953. She is preceded in death by her husband Jack, her parents, one brother Gerald Webb and three sisters, Lois Biggs, Madonna McCall and Opal Doyle.
In earlier years, Wilma enjoyed rose gardening and bird watching. She was an avid baker and guests to her home never went hungry. The front of her refrigerator was plastered with photos of her grandchildren and great-grandchildren and although she was a quiet woman, she was the kindest woman with a quick wit. She was a KU Jayhawk fan and never missed watching a basketball game.
She will be greatly missed by daughters, Judy Arpin (Ken) of Salina and Pam VanSchmus (Derek) of Lawrence; grandchildren, Jessica Putman (Kevin) of Galva, Mitchell Arpin (Yemane) of Las Vegas, NV, and Emily Williams (Reid) Lawrence; great-grandchildren, Jack and Kennedy Putman; numerous nieces and nephews as well as new friends made during her stay at Salina Presbyterian Manor.
A private family grave-side service will be held. Per Wilma’s wishes, there will be no funeral.
Wilma’s family appreciates the outstanding care she received at Salina Presbyterian Manor. Wilma loved living at “The Manor” and enjoyed visiting with the staff.
Memorials may be made to Gentiva Hospice of Salina, in care of Ryan Mortuary, 137 N. 8th, Salina, KS 67401.
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