Loyd Eugene Dighero
Loyd Eugene Dighero, 87, passed away on Tuesday (Oct. 18,
2011) at the Galacia Heart Hospital in Wichita.
Loyd was born on Aug. 13, 1924, in Liberal, Mo., to Mable
Clare (Spurling) and John Dominic Dighero. He was the fifth child of seven.
Loyd was a small businessman in Fort Scott, having owned two
service stations, before becoming a member of Fort Scott Fire Department. He
also was employed by the Coca Cola Bottling Company.
Loyd was a member of the Lions Club; Masonic Lodge in Fort
Scott; Fort Scott Scottish Rite; and Mirza Shrine Temple in Pittsburgh. Loyd
also made his home in Newton, where he spent many years and was employed by the
Newton School District.
He also leaves behind many nieces, nephews and friends.
Loyd's love of life and people brought much joy to those who had the pleasure
of knowing him, whether it was his business associates, hunting buddies, or
just watching football with family and friends. He loved it all.
Loyd is survived by his brother, George Dighero of Lamar,
Mo.; a daughter, Linda Luzier (Bill) of Newton; two grandchildren, Butch Luzier
(Tina) of Hesston, Sarah Monaghen (Sean) of Newton; and five
great-grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by his parents; three brothers,
Johnie, Dean and Herb Dighero; two sisters, Mary Morrow and Margie Metcalf; his
first wife of 50 years, Blanche I. Jennings Dighero on Feb. 19, 1993; and
second wife, Aileen E. Jordan Butler Dighero on Aug. 24, 2007.
Services will be at 10 a.m. Monday at Broadway Colonial
Funeral Home. The family will receive friends prior to service time.
Graveside services and interment will be at 2:30 p.m. at the
National Cemetery in Fort Scott.
In lieu of flowers, a memorial has been made in his name to
the Transportation Fund of Mirza Shrine of Pittsburg. Contributions may be sent
to Broadway Colonial Funeral Home, 120 E. Broadway, Newton, KS 67114.
Condolences may be left at www.broadwaycolonialfh.com.
Arrangements are by Broadway Colonial Funeral Home of
Newton.
