Opal Nadine Sears' Obituary
Opal “Nadine” Sears, 99, of Shawnee,KS, died peacefully
In her sleep on Jan. 2, 2021 at Brookdale of Shawnee.
Nadine was born Oct. 26,1921 to Fred and Daisy Cook
Wells in Crestline, KS. She graduated from Riverton High
School in 1939.
She married Grover Don Sears on June 7, 1940 in Columbus,
KS. He preceded her in death on August 10, 1978. Together
They had 2 sons, Earl Dale Sears of Shawnee,KS (who
preceded her in death), and Fred Sears (living) of Versailles, MO. a brother Bill Wells of Crestline, KS.
Other survivors include 4 grandchildren, 6 great grandchildren
and one great-great grandchild as well as Earl’s wife, Shirley
Hanks Sears and sister in law, Ann Wells of Crestline, KS.
Nadine was kind hearted and had an easy laugh. She enjoyed
making crafts and sewing and worked as a seamstress in
Carl Junction and Shawnee, KS.
At her request, a graveside service will be held at 11am on
Jan. 16, 2021 at the Columbus City Cemetery. A memorial has
been established in lieu of flowers to the Community Health Center
of Southeast Kansas in Columbus, KS. Condolences may be left
at www.bathnaylor.com
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