1922
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2008
W. Hartley
September 25, 1922 — March 10, 2008
W.C. Hartley, 85, a leading Kansas Banker, philanthropist and supporter of the University of Kansas, died peacefully March 10, 2008 at St. Luke?s Hospital, surrounded by his loving family. Memorial services will be held at 1:00 p.m. Friday, March 14 at the Second Presbyterian Church, 55th and Oak in Kansas City, Missouri. Cremation.
?Dub? as he was affectionately known to family and friends, was born September 25, 1922 in Baxter Springs, Kansas to Eva and Walter C. Hartley. He graduated from the University of Kansas with a Bachelor?s of Science degree in Business in 1947. His education was interrupted by three years of service as First Lieutenant with the Transportation Corps of the U.S. Army. At KU, he was President of the Beta Theta Pi fraternity and later served as President of its Chapter House Association. He was a member of Owl Society, Sachem and the Beta Gamma Sigma scholarship fraternity.
Following graduation, Dub married the love of his life, Patricia Ferguson. They became the proud parents of Elizabeth, Laura, Ann and Tom. Dub?s banking career began at the American National Bank in Baxter Springs and then, the Commercial National Bank in Kansas City. In 1959, he pursued ownership in both the Miami County National Bank, Paola, and the Roeland Park State Bank, which became lifelong business interests. Dub served as President and Director of the Miami County National Bank from 1959-1986, when he became Chairman Emeritus and Advisory Director until his death. He served as President of the Kansas Bankers Association and held several high-ranking positions with the KBA for over 30 years. His involvement continued on the national level, serving as the Chairman of the Communications Council and a Board Director of the Governing Council. A personal highlight was speaking at the International Banking Conference held in Rome, Italy. Other industry positions included President of the Kansas Association of Economic Growth and Trustee of the Kansas Council on Economic Education.
Dub?s interests extended into community involvement as well. As past President and Director of the Lakemary Center in Paola, Dub was instrumental in developing and supporting the facility which provides services and housing for children and adults with special needs. A residential home in Olathe was named in honor of Dub?s commitment to the center. He also was generous in support to the Kansas Audio-Reader Network at KU, along with numerous programs at KU and its Medical Center.
Along with his family members, Dub helped create the Hartley Family Hearing Center at the KU Medical Center, under the direction of John Ferraro. The center has seen tremendous growth and support from Dub?s vision to help others in need. He also served as an Advisory Board Member of the KU School of Allied Health, along with the University of Kansas Business School. He was a longtime member of the KU Chancellor?s Club and Williams Fund, as well as a contributor to the Summerfield Hall Business School addition and the Anschutz training facility at KU.
KU awarded Dub?s continued service with the Ellsworth Medallion Award in 1992, the same year that the Kansas City Chapter of Beta Theta Pi named him ?Man of the Year?. He also received an honorary Alumnus Award from the KU School of Allied Health, along with the Lakemary Center Endowment Award.
In addition to his business and civic interests, Dub greatly enjoyed his memberships in Mission Hills County Club, BLASH investment group and the Vanguard Club. He also valued his lifelong membership and involvement in Second Presbyterian Church.
Dub leaves his wife of 59 years, Patricia Ann, of Prairie Village, Kansas. Also surviving are his three daughters, Elizabeth Ann Winetroub, Prairie Village, Kansas, Laura Lintecum and husband, Fred, Mission Hills, Kansas, Ann Bush and husband, John, Lawrence, Kansas, and seven grandchildren, Sarah and Chris Lintecum, Betsy and Andrew Winetroub, Tom, Meredith and Jack Bush. He was predeceased by son, Tom, in 1981. He also leaves a sister-in-law, Eugenia King, Leawood, Kansas and cousin, Nancy White, Branson, Missouri.
Dub left an endearing legacy to all who knew him. His intelligent mind, kind-hearted spirit and loving devotion to family, friends and colleagues will be missed. His large presence in our lives will never be forgotten.
In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial contributions to the Hartley Family Hearing Center, c/o John Ferraro, at the University of Kansas Medical Center, 3901 Rainbow Blvd., Kansas City, Kansas 66160; Second Presbyterian Church, 318 East 55th, Kansas City, Missouri 64113; and the St. Luke?s Hospital Foundation, 4225 Baltimore Avenue, Kansas City, Missouri 64111.
Fond memories and condolences for the family may be left at www.dwnewcomers.com. (Arr: D.W. Newcomer?s Sons Overland Park Chapel, 8201 Metcalf, Overland Park, Kansas 66204 (913) 648-6224.)
?Dub? as he was affectionately known to family and friends, was born September 25, 1922 in Baxter Springs, Kansas to Eva and Walter C. Hartley. He graduated from the University of Kansas with a Bachelor?s of Science degree in Business in 1947. His education was interrupted by three years of service as First Lieutenant with the Transportation Corps of the U.S. Army. At KU, he was President of the Beta Theta Pi fraternity and later served as President of its Chapter House Association. He was a member of Owl Society, Sachem and the Beta Gamma Sigma scholarship fraternity.
Following graduation, Dub married the love of his life, Patricia Ferguson. They became the proud parents of Elizabeth, Laura, Ann and Tom. Dub?s banking career began at the American National Bank in Baxter Springs and then, the Commercial National Bank in Kansas City. In 1959, he pursued ownership in both the Miami County National Bank, Paola, and the Roeland Park State Bank, which became lifelong business interests. Dub served as President and Director of the Miami County National Bank from 1959-1986, when he became Chairman Emeritus and Advisory Director until his death. He served as President of the Kansas Bankers Association and held several high-ranking positions with the KBA for over 30 years. His involvement continued on the national level, serving as the Chairman of the Communications Council and a Board Director of the Governing Council. A personal highlight was speaking at the International Banking Conference held in Rome, Italy. Other industry positions included President of the Kansas Association of Economic Growth and Trustee of the Kansas Council on Economic Education.
Dub?s interests extended into community involvement as well. As past President and Director of the Lakemary Center in Paola, Dub was instrumental in developing and supporting the facility which provides services and housing for children and adults with special needs. A residential home in Olathe was named in honor of Dub?s commitment to the center. He also was generous in support to the Kansas Audio-Reader Network at KU, along with numerous programs at KU and its Medical Center.
Along with his family members, Dub helped create the Hartley Family Hearing Center at the KU Medical Center, under the direction of John Ferraro. The center has seen tremendous growth and support from Dub?s vision to help others in need. He also served as an Advisory Board Member of the KU School of Allied Health, along with the University of Kansas Business School. He was a longtime member of the KU Chancellor?s Club and Williams Fund, as well as a contributor to the Summerfield Hall Business School addition and the Anschutz training facility at KU.
KU awarded Dub?s continued service with the Ellsworth Medallion Award in 1992, the same year that the Kansas City Chapter of Beta Theta Pi named him ?Man of the Year?. He also received an honorary Alumnus Award from the KU School of Allied Health, along with the Lakemary Center Endowment Award.
In addition to his business and civic interests, Dub greatly enjoyed his memberships in Mission Hills County Club, BLASH investment group and the Vanguard Club. He also valued his lifelong membership and involvement in Second Presbyterian Church.
Dub leaves his wife of 59 years, Patricia Ann, of Prairie Village, Kansas. Also surviving are his three daughters, Elizabeth Ann Winetroub, Prairie Village, Kansas, Laura Lintecum and husband, Fred, Mission Hills, Kansas, Ann Bush and husband, John, Lawrence, Kansas, and seven grandchildren, Sarah and Chris Lintecum, Betsy and Andrew Winetroub, Tom, Meredith and Jack Bush. He was predeceased by son, Tom, in 1981. He also leaves a sister-in-law, Eugenia King, Leawood, Kansas and cousin, Nancy White, Branson, Missouri.
Dub left an endearing legacy to all who knew him. His intelligent mind, kind-hearted spirit and loving devotion to family, friends and colleagues will be missed. His large presence in our lives will never be forgotten.
In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial contributions to the Hartley Family Hearing Center, c/o John Ferraro, at the University of Kansas Medical Center, 3901 Rainbow Blvd., Kansas City, Kansas 66160; Second Presbyterian Church, 318 East 55th, Kansas City, Missouri 64113; and the St. Luke?s Hospital Foundation, 4225 Baltimore Avenue, Kansas City, Missouri 64111.
Fond memories and condolences for the family may be left at www.dwnewcomers.com. (Arr: D.W. Newcomer?s Sons Overland Park Chapel, 8201 Metcalf, Overland Park, Kansas 66204 (913) 648-6224.)
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