Michael L. Meeks

Michael L. Meeks, 66, of rural Altamont, passed away unexpectedly on Friday, March 5, 2021, at his home.

Michael Lynn Meeks was born on December 25, 1954, to Elvin Eugene and Rita Marie (Sandusky) Meeks in Parsons. As a young boy, he grew and attended school in the rural Altamont area, including the former Ellis School. In 1972, he graduated from Labette County High School. He worked on the family farm and ranch his entire life.

He was a member of the Mound Valley Christian Church. His favorite things to do included fishing, hunting and playing with his nieces and nephews. He also enjoyed watching sports.

Survivors include:

One brother – Roger A. Meeks and his wife, Jennifer, of Oswego, Kansas

One sister – Carol D. Meiwes and her husband, Charles, of Altamont, Kansas

Three nephews – Steve Meiwes; Roger Meeks, II; and Travis Meeks

Three nieces – Teri Kinyon; Mandy Lantz; and LeaAnn Myers

Numerous great-nieces and nephews

One great-great nephew

He was preceded in death by his parents and one great niece, Kimberly Meeks.

The funeral service will be at 2:00 p.m., Thursday, March 11, 2021, at the Mound Valley Christian Church. Burial will follow at the Mound Valley Cemetery. The funeral service can be viewed live on the Forbes-Hoffman Funeral Home Facebook page.   For all events, social distancing guidelines will be followed, including the requirement of face masks.

Memorials are suggested to help the family defray the cost of the funeral service. These may be left at or mailed to Forbes-Hoffman Funeral Home, P.O. Box 374, Parsons, KS 67357.