EASTMAN, Billy Junior "Bill" - b. October 20, 1927 - d. November 29, 2020

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Billy J. Eastman, age 93, joined his family in heaven on November 29, 2020 surrounded by loved ones.  Born on October 20, 1927, Bill was the son of William and Leah (Wells) Eastman of Elk County, Kansas.

Bill was a prairie boy at heart, and he loved going back to Elk County to reconnect with his family roots, fix a fence, and breathe in the beauty of the spectacular Flint Hills.  He was a quiet, kind gentleman, holding the highest integrity in his daily interactions and in family life.  He was a proud member of the United States Marine Corps during World War II. Bill was a proud union man and professional glazier, helping construct important buildings across Kansas, the state and the land he adored. 

Since the 1950s, Bill and Beaulah were members of the First Christian Church o f Haysville, Kansas where he served in many capacities including elder and board chair.  It was at First Christian where they met their best friends and laid a foundation of faith for their children.  Bill enjoyed a good football game, especially if a grandson was playing.  He enjoyed watching a John Wayne movie, playing a game of cards, and snacking on a bowl of buttered popcorn. 

Bill was the beloved husband of 73 years to his best friend, Beaulah (Harp) Eastman.  He was the loving father of Karen (David) Everhart, William "Chip" (Sherri) Eastman, Tom (Teri) Eastman, Mark (Natalie) Eastman, and Jeanette (Patrick) Failey.  He was passionate and proud of his grandchildren and great-grandchildren, numbering 55 and climbing.  Bill was preceded in death by his parents; his sisters, Jeanette Eastman and Ann Vaughn; brothers, Bob Eastman, Dick Eastman, and Jim Eastman; and his beloved mother-in-law, Ann Harp-Littrell.  Bill is fondly remembered by his many nieces, nephews, cousins, extended family, and many good friends. 

Private family services have been held with interment at Greenlawn Cemetery in Grenola, Kansas.  A memorial has been established to the First Christian Church, ATT:  Playground, 7465 South Meridian, Haysville, Kansas 67060.  Webb-Shinkle Funeral Home of Clearwater, Kansas was entrusted with arrangements.

(taken from the Webb-Shinkle  Funeral Home website)