Stanton Lee “Stan” Newby, 66

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Stanton Lee “Stan” Newby, 66, of Winfield, Kansas, passed away Monday evening, November 28, 2022, at Wesley Medical Center.

Born September 6, 1956, in Hutchinson, Kansas, he was the son of Lyle and Jean (Stewart) Newby.  He was raised in Haven, graduating from Haven High School in 1974.  He then attended Kansas State University, graduating in 1978 with his degree in Vocational Education.  Stan received his Master’s degree in Ag Mechanics and continued to further his education.  

He was united in marriage to Linda Sorrick on June 9, 1979, in Washington, Kansas.  Stan was a vocational agriculture teacher in Sabetha and Winfield.  He later taught biology at Rose Hill High School and at Butler County Community College.  He served with the FFA State and National Teacher’s Association.  After years of suffering with Juvenile Diabetes, Stan received a kidney and pancreas transplant in 1995, and fought a good fight for 27 years.  

Stan was a member of Grace United Methodist Church.  He was an avid K-State fan and enjoyed attending K-State football games.  He enjoyed watching his boys play sports when they were younger, listening to country music, and was currently restoring a 1955 Ford F-100.  He especially loved playing with his granddaughters.

His family includes his wife Linda Newby of Winfield; his sons, Jacob Newby and girlfriend, Charley Daniel of Broken Arrow, OK; Bryant Newby and wife Jennifer of Shawnee; two beautiful granddaughters, Lainey and Kinsley of Shawnee; his father Lyle Newby of Haven; his brother Steve Newby and wife, Nita of Whitewater; a sister Paula Bernhardt and husband, Randy of St. Louis, MO; and numerous nieces, nephews, and in-laws.

Memorial services are scheduled for 2:00 P.M., Saturday, December 10, 2022, at Grace United Methodist Church.  Miles Funeral Service is in charge of arrangements.  

In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorials to Juvenile Diabetes Association and to Midwest Transplant Network.  Contributions may be made through the funeral home.

Online condolences may be made at www.milesfuneralservice.com.

 

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