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Doug Stites

March 30, 1948 — November 6, 2021

Doug Stites

Obituary



Martin Douglas Stites, (Doug to all who knew him) passed away on Saturday, November 6th, 2021.

Doug was born on March 30, 1948 in Hays, Kansas to Lawrence and Hortense (Tiny) Stites. He graduated from Hill City High School then attended Fort Hays State University until he was called to serve his country in Vietnam where he was stationed at Nha Trang from 1969-1970. In 1976, he became a founding Broker of Farmland Auction and Realty in Hays, KS.

Doug enjoyed many hobbies such as golf, fishing, and wood working. One of his greatest joys was driving around town in his side-by-side visiting friends. Doug embraced the community. Not only did he enjoy meeting new people, but they became fast friends. He had a way of making all his friendships long lasting and meaningful. And for that, will truly be missed.

He is survived by his loving wife Becky of 53 years, children, Greg M. Stites (Kristina) and Heather A. Pfannenstiel (Andy Mergen), two grandchildren and 3 step-grandchildren. He is also survived by his older brother Mark Stites (Theresa) and sister Trish Moore (Milt) along with several nieces and nephews.

Military Honors will be held at 2:00 PM on Friday, November 19, 2021 at the Kansas Veterans Cemetery in WaKeeney, Kansas.

A celebration gathering will follow at the Ellis Knights of Columbus Hall from 3:00 PM 5:00 PM. Please join the family celebrating Dougs Life .

Memorial contributions may be made to the Wounded Warrior Project sent in care of Keithley Funeral Homes PO Box 86 Hays, KS 67601.

Condolences may be left by guest book at www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com or by email at keithleyfuneralhomes@gmail.com. Services in care of Keithley Funeral Chapel 400 E. 17th Ellis, KS 67637.

















Services







Military Honors Friday

November 19, 2021

2:00 PM

Kansas Veterans' Cemetery

403 south 13th street

WaKeeney, ks 67672









Gathering of Family and Friends Friday

November 19, 2021

3:00 PM

Ellis K of C Hall

1013 Washington

Ellis, KS 67637

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