In Remembrance Of
Wanda Utz
Wanda Lee Utz, 90, of Gower, MO passed away, January 22, 2024.
She was born on April 25, 1933 to Teddy and Mildred (Todd) Bray in Louisburg, KS. She grew up in the Plattsburg area and graduated from Plattsburg High School.
On February 18, 1951, she was united in marriage to Eugene G. Utz. After their marriage they lived in Plattsburg. In 1967, they moved to their farm near Gower where they made their home. Her husband preceded her in death on September 7, 2017.
Wanda was a member of the Prairie Flower Club and was a 4-H Leader. Wanda loved quilting and attending auctions.
She was preceded in death by her parents; granddaughter, Gwyn Utz; great-granddaughter, Courtney Proffit; daughter-in-law, Beverly Utz; brother, Tom Carrington; and sister, Betty Hopkins.
Wanda is survived by her sons, Teddy (Linda) Utz, Timmy (Vicki) Utz and Tony (Deanna) Utz; daughter, Tammi Utz; grandchildren, Tabatha Proffit, Sarah (Brian) Gamet, Josh (Annie) Utz, Matt (Stephanie) Utz, Travis (Devin) Utz, Tyson (Stacey) Utz, Taci (Scott) Snyder, and Jessica Engelbrecht; great-grandchildren, Cody, Jake, Riley, Lindsey (William), Desirae, Tucker, Lily, Cordila, Josie, Carson, Cameron, Caroline, Gavin, Brooklyn, Hadley, Hudson, Hank, Wren, Autumn, Trinity, Denver and Abilene; several nieces and nephews, other relatives and many friends.
Funeral Service: 2:00 p.m. Friday , February 2nd at Hixson-Klein Funeral Home, Gower. Visitation from 12:30-2:00 p.m. prior to the service.
Burial: Allen Cemetery.
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13 comments
Cathy D Bryson
I’m so sorry for the loss of your mom. I hope in your lives going forward that you will always feel, hear and touch her loving spirit.
Anita Burchit
So sorry for your loss. Tammi you were and always will be a great daughter. The love for your momma was great.
Ron Kretzer
So sorry for your loss
Charles816 Adkins
Sorry for your loss of your mother
Ron and Rita Musser
So sorry for your loss-she kept an eye on the neighborhood! Great lady
John&Nancy Horn
Sorry for your loss
Laura Quinn Bruggeman and Ken Bruggeman
Condolences to the family. I have fond memories of Wanda.
Charles Witt
I am sorry for your loss. She was a nice lady, I spent a lot of time there while I was in school.
The Oldenburgers
We were saddened to hear of the passing of your mother. We know she will be deeply missed as all Mothers are.
Joanna Gilpin
Sorry Tammy
Barbara Carrington
To my dear Utz family, I can’t tell you how sorry I was to see the notice of Wanda’s passing. I have a lifetime of memories of good times shared with Wanda , Eugene ,nieces and nephews. Please except my deepest condolence at your mother’s passing. I know she well be missed greatly. You all are in my heart and prayers. I’m sorry I won’t be able to come back to attend her service. May God bless and comfort you in this difficult time. Love to you all.
Judy lane
So sorry for your loss she will be missed
Brenda Louise Norton
The Plattsburg High School Alumni Association sends our condolences to the family and friends of our classmate from 1951.