Feb 08, 2023

Dwight Wagner, age 88

Posted Feb 08, 2023 4:03 PM

Dwight Wagner, age 88, of Larned, Kansas, passed away on February 3, 2023.  He was born March 18, 1934, to Edwin and Mabel Edna (Hinkel) Wagner in Ness City, Kansas. 

He graduated Ness City High School in 1953, he then served in the United States Army as a German Interpreter for four years.  After service, he enjoyed many jobs in his life, but found his joy and calling at Larned State Hospital as a Licensed Mental Health Technician II, where he worked for 14 years.

He was a lifetime member of the VFW.  Loved spending time at the Welcome Inn in Larned where he shared about his love of hunting and fishing.  Dwight also loved to ride Harleys, bowling and was an avid domino player.  At one time, he played 26 games in one day.

He is survived by one son, Curtis D. (Brenda) Wagner of Larned, Kansas.

He was preceded in death by his parents Edwin and  Mabel Wagner, two brothers, Gene and Willie, and one sister, Donna.

Cremation has taken place.  A celebration of life and memorial will be held at a later date.

Arrangements are in care of  Brock's-Keithley Funeral Chapel and Crematory 2509 Vine Hays, KS 67601.