John Ernest Luce

December 15, 1934 — April 19, 2026

Wichita

John Ernest Luce entered into the Arms of his Lord and Savior, Sunday, April 19,2026. He was born on December 15, 1934, in Bristow, Oklahoma to Victor and Mable Luce.

He was a member of Westside Church of God for over 50 years. He retired from Cessna Aircraft after 33 years. He and his wife enjoyed camping and traveling for many years and spent many winters down in Donna Texas.

He was preceded in death by his loving wife of 68 years, Velda Luce, son, John Earl Luce and two grandchildren.

John is survived by his four children, Victor Luce (Linda), Janet Williams (Richard), Ronald Luce (Connie) and Carolyn Richards (David). Two sisters, 10 Grandchildren and many very loved Great and Great-Great Grandchildren.

Visitation: Thursday, April 23,2026, from 5:00pm to 8:00pm at Culbertson-Smith Mortuary, 115 S. Seneca, Wichita.

Graveside Service:10am, Friday April 24, 2026, at White Chapel Memorial Gardens, 1806 N. Oliver, Wichita.

In Lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Central Community Church Missions Ministry. https://centralcommunity.onlinegiving.org/donate/guest_donate?fund=missiontrips&lf=1#!/

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Past Services

Visitation

Thursday, April 23, 2026

5:00 - 8:00 pm (Central time)

Culbertson-Smith Mortuary

115 S Seneca St, Wichita, KS 67213

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Graveside Service

Friday, April 24, 2026

Starts at 10:00 am (Central time)

White Chapel Memorial Gardens

1806 N Oliver St, Wichita, KS 67208

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