On June 13th, LaVerne McWhorter left this world. She was born June 28, 1937, to George and Cleda (Cranfield) Leuchtenberg. She was preceded in death by her parents; sisters, Elaine Leuchenberg and Brazilla Vaughn. She leaves behind her children, William McWhorter, Bryan McWhorter, Chris McWhorter, Greg McWhorter, and Debra Dockter, and their spouses, Michel McWhorter, Michelle McWhorter, Carol McWhorter and Nyle Dockter, plus 18 grandchildren, and 21 great grandchildren. Most notably she leaves behind her husband of nearly 66 years, Billie Gene McWhorter. There are no words to describe the love between them. One can only say that it was rare and beautiful and that her hand fit perfectly in his and that from the ages of 18 to 84, she never stopped being his sweetheart. Love dictates the size of the hole left in the hearts of those left behind, and the holes in those who loved LaVerne, is deep indeed.

Visitation will be 4-8 p.m. Thursday, June 17, at Ryan Mortuary.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be 10:30 a.m. Friday, June 18, at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton, 1000 Burr Oak Lane, with Fr. Keith Weber as celebrant. Rosary will begin at 10 a.m. before mass.

Memorials may be made to Beauties and Beasts Animal Rescue, in care of Ryan Mortuary, 137 North Eighth Street, Salina, Kansas 67401.