William "Bill" Teeter

William “Bill” Leon Teeter, 84, of Little River, KS, formerly of Lyons, KS, peacefully passed away on Tuesday, September 24, 2024, surrounded by family at the Waldron Place Assisted Living in Hutchinson.

He was born November 22, 1939, in Ravenna, NE, the son of Joseph William “J.W./Bill” and Dorothy Frances (Inlow) Teeter. Bill graduated from Marquette High School in 1957. On August 23, 1958, Bill was united in marriage to Linda L. Ellwood at the Church of Christ in Hutchinson, KS. This union was blessed with three children, Tammy, Mark, and Kent.

Bill was a farmer and stockman most of his life, retiring in 2005. He previously worked at the Lyons Co-op where he also served as a board member. He was a member of Windom Church of Christ.

Bill enjoyed many things in life. As a youngster, he loved playing football and baseball. In his young adult years, he joined several bowling leagues, even winning a diamond award one year. He cherished the hunting season with family and friends. 

Throughout his life, Bill was known for his card-playing skills, especially in the game of Rook. He and Linda loved to travel with friends, buying antiques, and attending auctions. Bill enjoyed watching his children and grandchildren participate in their activities. As a dedicated Christian, Bill found fulfillment in his church community and all its activities. 

Known for his ornery spirit, Bill loved to tease and joke around. He had a wonderful sense of humor and coined memorable phrases such as, "I'm better than I deserve" and "I'm meaner than a junkyard dog." When asked if he needed anything, he would humorously request, "a million dollars", every single time. Bill's warmth, laughter, and love will be deeply missed by all who knew him.

Survivors include his loving wife of 66 years, Linda; three children, Tammy (Craig) Phillips of Ooltewah, TN, Mark (Pam) Teeter of Little River, KS, and Kent Teeter of Garden City, KS; siblings, Max Teeter of El Dorado, KS and Betty Grubb of Manhattan, KS; eight grandchildren, Morgan (Lyn) Williams, Jared (Brittney) Phillips, Jace (Hannah) Phillips, Shaun (Melissa) Teeter, Chris (Sara) Teeter, Jordan (Raena) Teeter, Trey (Sara) Teeter, and Teryn Teeter; 10 great-grandchildren; and many extended family members and friends.

He was preceded in death by his parents and siblings, Phyllis Webster and Jim Teeter.

The family will receive friends from 5:00 PM until 7:00 PM, Friday, September 27, 2024, at Stockham Family Funeral Home. A graveside service will be held at 9:30 AM, Saturday, September 28, at the Windom Cemetery with a funeral service following at 11:00 AM, Saturday, at the McPherson church of Christ with Minister Kenny Graham officiating.  To view the service live-stream, please Click Here

Memorial donations can be made to Waldron Place in care of Stockham Family Funeral Home, 205 North Chestnut, McPherson, KS 67460.