Juanita Augustine

Juanita Augustine, age 86, of Ellis passed away Sunday, September 14, 2014 in Ellis. She was born February 20, 1928 in WaKeeney, Kansas to Bill and Vera (Hyde) Knaus. She married Gilbert J. Augustine Sr. July 14, 1945. He preceded her in death.



Juanita was a homemaker, avid reader, and proud supporter of the military. She enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Juanita was extremely patriotic and loved her country. She will be greatly missed by her family and friends. She was a member of St. Mary's Catholic Church in Ellis.



She is survived by three sons, Gilbert J. Augustine Jr of Hays, Gary L. Augustine and wife Janice of Wichita and Greg L. Augustine and wife Debbie of Ellis; a brother, Robert Knaus; a half sister, Sherry Knaus; 9 grandchildren, 22 great grandchildren and 1 great-great grandchild.



She was preceded in death by her parents; a great grandson, Clayton A. Dinkel and a daughter-in-law, Shelia Augustine.



Funeral services will be 10 AM Wednesday, September 17, 2014 at St. Mary's Catholic Church in Ellis. Burial will follow in the church cemetery.



Visitation will be Tuesday 6 PM - 8 PM with a parish vigil service at 7 PM all at Keithley Funeral Chapel 400 E. 17th Ellis, KS 67637.



Memorial contributions are suggested to the Ellis public library. Condolences may be left by guest book at www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com or emailed to keithleyfuneralhomes@gmail.com













Service Information









Visitation Tuesday

September 16, 2014

6:00 PM to 8:00 PM

Keithley Funeral Chapel

400 E. 17th Street

Ellis, Kansas 67637









Vigil Service Tuesday

September 16, 2014

7:00 PM

Keithley Funeral Chapel

400 E. 17th Street

Ellis, Kansas 67637









Funeral Service Wednesday

September 17, 2014

10:00 AM

St. Mary's Catholic Church

703 Monroe

Ellis, Kansas 67637