Fred Ernest Westphal

Westphal, Fred E. 92, passed away March 5, 2018. He was born September 3, 1925 in Barber County, Kansas to Albert and Louise Westphal. Fred proudly served in the 6th Division United States Marine Corp Reconnaissance Company from 1943-1946, in WWII. He was in the Battle of Okinawa, and the liberation of China. He worked for Harlan Kamen Plumbing and retired after 28 years. Fred was preceded by wife of 63 years, Betty R. Westphal; parents, 7 brothers and one sister. He is survived by numerous nieces, nephews and friends. Funeral service will be 10 a.m. Friday, March 9, 2018 at Bethany Lutheran Church, 1000 W. 26th St. S., Wichita, KS 67217. Memorials in lieu of flowers may be made to Bethany Lutheran Church.