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Merlyn D. "Bud" Moeckel
July 23, 1933 ~ July 21, 2016 (age 82) 82 Years Old Light a Candle
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A candle was lit by Shane Chipman
on September 4, 2019 5:29 PM
Message from K
August 8, 2016 12:49 PM
I am so very sorry for your loss. Please find comfort in God's sure promise of a resurrection as set forth in the Bible. (Consider Acts 24:15; John 5:28,29) Those who are raised to life will have the prospect of never again being subjected to misery, sickness, or death. (Revelation 21:4) I hope that reflecting on these thoughts will give you some relief during this difficult time.
Message from Rex Staven
August 6, 2016 10:41 PM
I was on the FHSU basketball team back in the 1970', best coach i have had.
Message from Darrin Regier (class of 83 Buhler)
July 25, 2016 4:44 PM
Doug.
I am so sorry for your loss. I will be thinking of you and your family. I miss seeing you.
I am so sorry for your loss. I will be thinking of you and your family. I miss seeing you.
A candle was lit by Mark Hladek
on July 25, 2016 9:17 AM
Message from Mark Hladek
July 25, 2016 9:16 AM
I was deeply saddened upon hearing of Bud's passing. I have many fond memories I have had with him. I played tennis for him for 3 years until he retired from coaching. Those were the best times I ever had was playing for him and playing with my teammates. He was the best tennis coach I ever had. But, it didn't stop there. I had many classes with him and enjoyed them all. I felt I was a better coach, person and educator because of it. Bud had a open door policy at the intramural office and just about every day I would stop by and talk with him or help him in making the award plaques for intramurals. There are only 4 people I trusted at FHSU, Bud, Dr. Fuerges (spelled wrong), Helen Miles and Dr. Zody. It was a true honor to call him my friend. I wish to send my deepest sympathies and my thoughts are sent for him and his family.
A candle was lit by Jerry and Debbie Haynes
on July 24, 2016 9:21 PM
Message from Chris Duerksen
July 24, 2016 6:31 PM
My condolences, Joy, Doug, and your family. I have many good memories of Coach. He was a fine man!
Message from Nancy Vogel
July 24, 2016 3:14 PM
My condolences to the family. I remember that wonderful Century Farm Day at the State Fair in Hutchinson when three Fort Hays faculty families were recognized.
Message from Neal T. Couch
July 24, 2016 2:44 PM
Coach,
Rest in peace.
Neal T. Couch, Class of 1964, BHS
State Champs
Rest in peace.
Neal T. Couch, Class of 1964, BHS
State Champs
A candle was lit by Alice Marshall
on July 24, 2016 2:36 PM
Message from Alice Marshall
July 24, 2016 2:35 PM
Debbie, I am sorry for the loss of your father. The loss of a parent is so difficult. Memories with him will forever be with you. Prayers for you & your family. 🙏🏼
Message from Jack and Peggy McCullick
July 24, 2016 11:48 AM
Dear Joy and family,
Please accept our condolences at this time of Bud's passing. He was a colleague of Jack's at FHSU, as well as a friend over the years since our college days. Bud was well respected and very much a gentleman in all respects. Those are rare qualities in present times. Blessings to you all.
Jack and Peggy McCullick
Please accept our condolences at this time of Bud's passing. He was a colleague of Jack's at FHSU, as well as a friend over the years since our college days. Bud was well respected and very much a gentleman in all respects. Those are rare qualities in present times. Blessings to you all.
Jack and Peggy McCullick
A candle was lit by Randy and Marcia Weseman
on July 24, 2016 11:03 AM
Message from Dean Bohlen family
July 23, 2016 12:47 PM
Dear Joy and family, What a great man your husband and dad wa. We were blessed to have been your neighbors in Buhler. It hurts so much when they're gone. And it doesn't matter if it's slow or fast, whether it's a long drawn-out disease or an unexpected accident. When they're gone the world turns upside down and you're left holding on, trying not to fall off. We are remembering Bud and praying for all of you.
Message from Mike Marzolf
July 23, 2016 9:14 AM
One of my fondest memories of time spent at Ft Hays was being around Bud. He was one of my favorite people at the entire school. He always had an upbeat, positive attitude that was contagious. He was truly one of a kind!
My condolences to the family. Bud was a true legend and his legacy will live on through you.
My condolences to the family. Bud was a true legend and his legacy will live on through you.
Message from Brian Flax
July 22, 2016 2:56 PM
Bud was such an amazing man and mentor. He was exactly what I needed when I transferred to FHSU. As a student of his he told me exactly what it was going to take to be a successful teacher. When you left a Bud Moeckel class you were prepared to teach. He always had time for me and others just to stop and visit. He will be missed but never forgotten.
Message from Don Learned
July 22, 2016 1:59 PM
To The Moeckel Family,
You do not know me. I grew up on a farm south of Zenith and went to Stafford H.S. But, I saw Bud play basketball in high school. What a great player. I was three years younger, but I was so impressed with him. Several times my father and I would go to Sylvia and watch games.He was very friendly and as I remember a very kind person. What a life he had helping so many young people as a coach and teacher. He knew that I knew his cousin so he would take time to visit with me and my father after games. We knew his parents well and he got so much of his outstanding personality form them. My father, Earl, was a friend of his father.
He was such a fine person and one that I would look up to in my youth. I am a retired school principal here in Great Bend but I read his obit in the Hutch News.
Don Learned Ed.S
5517 Comanche Rad
Great Bend, Ks.
You do not know me. I grew up on a farm south of Zenith and went to Stafford H.S. But, I saw Bud play basketball in high school. What a great player. I was three years younger, but I was so impressed with him. Several times my father and I would go to Sylvia and watch games.He was very friendly and as I remember a very kind person. What a life he had helping so many young people as a coach and teacher. He knew that I knew his cousin so he would take time to visit with me and my father after games. We knew his parents well and he got so much of his outstanding personality form them. My father, Earl, was a friend of his father.
He was such a fine person and one that I would look up to in my youth. I am a retired school principal here in Great Bend but I read his obit in the Hutch News.
Don Learned Ed.S
5517 Comanche Rad
Great Bend, Ks.
A candle was lit by Joan and Ben Bolt
on July 22, 2016 12:39 PM
Message from Joan (Kline) Bolt
July 22, 2016 12:39 PM
Prayers to Bud's family. He was my advisor at FHSU, a mentor and a friend. I thought of him often over the years and how much influenced me. God Bless!
A candle was lit by Bill Barushok
on July 22, 2016 12:33 PM
Message from Amy Montgomery-Beam
July 22, 2016 11:44 AM
Luann & Family, My deepest sympathy on the loss of your father. I have such fond memories of your mother and father throughout my entire middle school, high school years. (As your house was the best house to have "slumber" parties at!) As we grew older, I realize how special your entire family is. When I think of your father, I think of gentleness, a teacher, hard worker, friend and mentor to all. Sending prayers and love your way.
Message from Jodie English Brown
July 22, 2016 10:42 AM
Doug & Debbie,
So sorry for your loss. I remember Doug's Dad for his humor and grace. Sending prayers and love your way.
Jodie
So sorry for your loss. I remember Doug's Dad for his humor and grace. Sending prayers and love your way.
Jodie
Message from Ernie Honas
July 22, 2016 9:42 AM
Eternal rest grant unto him O Lord, and let Perpetual Light shine upon him. May he rest in peace. Amen. We were neighbors for many years in Hays. Just a wonderful family.
Message from Camille Bollig Ellard
July 22, 2016 8:05 AM
Sending up prayers for you at this time...
A candle was lit by Camille Bollig Ellard
on July 22, 2016 8:05 AM
A candle was lit by Liz kuglin
on July 21, 2016 9:55 PM
Message from Kenny Waldman
July 21, 2016 9:15 PM
I have a heavy heat upon hearing of the passing of Bud today. So many wonderful thoughts go through my mind of my FHSU days and the long talks we would have in his office about life. My thoughts and prayers to the Moeckel family
Message from Barb & Ken Neuhauser
July 21, 2016 9:03 PM
So very sorry to hear this news--wish we were home on Hays to attend the service. Our love goes out to Joy, Luanne and family--and the Moeckel clan.. Bud was a wonderful guy--and he and Joy created a wonderful family. Blessings to have them in Hays and be part of the FHSU family with them. 💚
A candle was lit by Kenny Waldman
on July 21, 2016 9:02 PM
Message from Rick Sabath
July 21, 2016 8:16 PM
RIP Mr. Moeckel. One of tbe best men I have known. Great teacher and mentor. He made a difference in so many of his students lives. Thank you for everything and know you meant a great deal to us as FHSU students.
Message from Larry Dreiling
July 21, 2016 7:32 PM
Bud was a great guy and a special teacher to me. He helped a lot of students achieve their dreams. No wonder a field is named for him. Bud will always be remembered as a true Tiger. My sympathies to all.
Message from Dan Hubbard
July 21, 2016 7:29 PM
Luann & family. I was saddened to read of your dad's passing. I have fond memories of your family when we were next door neighbors on Canal with Karen driving us to school when it rained and spooking Guy when he was a tot. Your dad's lawn was always the envy of the neighborhood and I know he tended to his family much like he did with that lawn...with loving care. Wishing you all peace and strength at this time.
Dan Hubbard, Louisburg, KS
Dan Hubbard, Louisburg, KS
Message from Jay and Renee Hood
July 21, 2016 5:49 PM
Joy and family~
Deepest sympathy on the loss of your husband and father. Please know that your family is in our thoughts and prayers. Jay enjoyed working with Bud at FHSU and you were always such good neighbors when we lived on 24th St. May Bud rest in peace.
Deepest sympathy on the loss of your husband and father. Please know that your family is in our thoughts and prayers. Jay enjoyed working with Bud at FHSU and you were always such good neighbors when we lived on 24th St. May Bud rest in peace.
A candle was lit by Jay and Renee Hood
on July 21, 2016 5:47 PM
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on July 21, 2016 5:32 PM
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