Francis Leonard McElgunn, Age: 87
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Mar 08, 1938---Apr 08, 2025

LENEXA, KS – Francis Leonard McElgunn, age 87, living in Lenexa, Kansas passed away on Tuesday, April 8, 2025 at Lakeview Village, Lenexa, KS. 

Francis was born on March 8, 1938, in Spearville, Kansas to Francis and Esther (Shawe) McElgunn. He attended Sacred Heart Cathedral School and graduated from St. Mary of the Plains High School in 1956. He served in the United States Navy from 1956 to 1960, and was stationed in Milton, Florida. Upon leaving the service, Francis returned to Dodge City, going to work for Coors distributor, Stickney Sales, Inc. In 1992, along with Richard Strecker and Tom Stickney, he acquired the business (then Coors of the Southwest), and continued as the “Coors Man of Southwest, KS” until 2012.

On April 4, 1959, he married Margaret Ann “Peggy” Hall at Dodge City, which became a union of sixty-six years, and Peggy survives his passing. He is also survived by five children, sons Chris McElgunn (Gayla) of Wichita, KS; Kevin McElgunn (Carol) of Midland MI; Brian McElgunn (Nancy) of Hutchinson, KS; and daughters Gina Tenbrink (Alan) of Lenexa, KS; Lori McElgunn ( Michael Converse) of Kansas City, MO. He also leaves grandchildren, Erin, Sean, Kari, Mara, Patrick, Mary, Anne, Molly, Eli, Andrew, Emily and Owen, and great-grandchildren, Kaid, Dash, Piper, Corbin, Ember, Isla and Jack. 

Francis was preceded in death by his parents, brothers , Richard “Mac” McElgunn, Gerald “Jerry Mac” McElgunn, sisters, Mary Delores McElgunn and Kathleen McElgunn, uncle, Paul McElgunn, and granddaughter, Megan McElgunn.

Rosary will be at 9:30 am, Wednesday, April 16, 2025, at Good Shepherd Catholic Church, 12800 W. 75 th St., Shawnee, KS, followed by visitation and funeral mass at 10:30 am. Burial will be in Resurrection Catholic Cemetery, Lenexa. The family suggests that in lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to Catholic Community Health, 16201 W, 95 th St., Lenexa, KS 6619 or in care of Porter Funeral Home, 8535 Monrovia, Lenexa, KS 66215. Francis’s family will be forever grateful for the loving care and support of the Lakeview Village Care Center and Catholic Community Hospice.


Condolences

Roger Perkins Apr 11, 2025

Friend ,North Platte ,Nebraska

Brian I wanted to sen you and your family my deepest condolences you dad was a great man and the best person I ever worked for. I wish you all the best Roger

Doris Goff Apr 14, 2025

Classmate ,Prescott ,Arizona

Peggy and family, I was sad when I heard that Francis had passed onto his heavenly reward. I always liked and respected him. He was a gentleman and a wonderful classmate way back when! You can always be proud of the man, father and husband that he was. God bless you all and help you through the days ahead.

George James Apr 15, 2025

Friend ,DODGE CITY ,Kansas

My thoughts, prayers, and sympathies for the family. Francis was a nice man and fellow Sacred Heart member. He would always come around at times to our drinking establishment and buy us all a round of that good old Rocky Mountain Coors. His brother, Jerry Mac, played softball with us for years too. Rest in Peace Francis.

Carmen Schonhoff Apr 15, 2025

family friend ,Foley ,AL

Sending love, hugs, and prayers to all of you.

David Strecker Apr 15, 2025

friend ,Manhattan ,Kansas

Peggy & Kids I speak for my siblings when I say that our dad (Rich Strecker) had the utmost respect for his friend, co-worker, and partner during their time at Coors. As our dad usd to say, the world is a better place with a guy like Francis McElgunn in it. Rest assured that even though the pain is very real right now, Francis lived a good life and has certainly earned his place in heaven. And for that we should all be glad.

Beverly Burkhart Apr 15, 2025

Friend ,Dodge city ,Kansas

Peggy and family I am so sorry to hear of the passing of France.

Andrew J Hull Apr 16, 2025

Friend ,Owasso ,Oklahoma

What a wonderful man. The family is in my prayers.

Larry Seidl Apr 16, 2025

Friend ,Spring Branch ,Texas

Chris, Thoughts and prayers to you and the entire family for the loss of your father. I know he is with the Lord looking down on your wonderful family. May God bless you all in these difficult times! Larry

Larry Birzer Apr 16, 2025

Friend, shipmate, fellow BSA, classmate ,Meridian ,Mississippi

May his soul and the souls of the faithfully departed rest in peace. Peggy I am most saddened to hear of Francis’s passing. Had hoped to attend funeral but coordinating out and back during Holy Week a problem. So I have written a letter to you recapping our time together growing up and joining the Navy along with Bill Burton. Again most sorry for your loss and even though you were in KC missed you when I visited Dodge City. God bless and keep you. Was really wanting to meet your kids again as well as all those grand kids. ????????

David Anders Apr 16, 2025

Friend ,Denver ,Colorado

Haven’t seen Francis in decades but his and Peggy’s kindness will never be forgotten. Chris I hope you and family are doing well.

Rita Hommertzheim Apr 17, 2025

Former Employee ,Cimarron ,Kansas

Just wanted to say how very sorry I am to the entire McElgunn family for their loss. Always had the upmost respect for Francis during my time working for him. He was always firm but fair. We had many talks throughout the years and some good laughs also. One of the best things was getting to know his family and especially Peggy. Was glad me and my friend Traci Poer (another employee of Francis’s) were able to make it to the funeral. It was a beautiful service. Always hate reconnecting under such sad circumstances but was so good to see everyone again. Please know we are thinking and praying for all of you during this sad time. Rita and Bill Hommertzheim

Doris (Tieben) Donovan Apr 22, 2025

Classmate of Kevin's ,SPEARVILLE ,Kansas

Kevin, I am sorry to hear of your Dad's passing. It is always hard to see our Dads leaving us when they were such a positive force in our lives. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time. Doris (Tieben) Donovan

Services

Event:
Rosary
Location:
Good Shepherd Catholic Church
Address:
12800 W 75th Street
City:
Shawnee
State:
Kansas
Zip Code:
66216
Date:
Apr 16, 2025
Time:
9:30 AM
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Event:
Visitation
Location:
Good Shepherd Catholic Church
Address:
12800 W 75th Street
City:
Shawnee
State:
Kansas
Zip Code:
66216
Date:
Apr 16, 2025
Time:
9:45 AM
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Event:
Funeral Mass
Location:
Good Shepherd Catholic Church
Address:
12800 W 75th Street
City:
Shawnee
State:
Kansas
Zip Code:
66216
Date:
Apr 16, 2025
Time:
10:30 AM
Google Map:
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