Elmer (Alley) Randa, 83, of WaKeeney, KS, passed away on April 13th, 2016 at Trego Co. Lemke Long Term Care.

He was born on June 12th, 1932 to Jacob and Geneva (Zimmerman) Randa. He married Angie (Graf) Randa on August 20th, 1955 in Schoenchen, KS.

Elmer was a Veteran and served 1952-54 and was an active member of VFW.

In his early years, Elmer spent years working in the oil fields and later, he and his wife, Angie, managed
restaurants and hotels between Ellis and Ransom. Elmer started working at Deines Manufacturing Corp. in Ransom, KS, where he later retired. His love for Christ, family, sports and slot machines were all part of what he loved to do. Many will remember his ornery smile and his wittiness personality. Elmer was a member of Christ the King Catholic Church in WaKeeney, KS.

Survivors include son, Gene Randa and wife, Barb of Salisbury, NC; daughter, Sue Benisch and husband, Gary of WaKeeney, KS; daughter-in-law, Kelle Tillitson and husband, Dave of WaKeeney, KS; nine grandchildren; thirteen great-grandchildren; two sisters, Jenny Rebel and Berniece Holmes, both of Ness City; and half-sister, Mabel Schmidt, Hays.

He is preceded in death by his wife, Angie, his son, Elmer (Joey) Randa Jr.; parents, Jacob and Geneva; brother Gerald “Dick” Randa; sister Mary Klaus; six half-brothers, Eugene “Lefty” Werth, Severin Werth, Sylvanus Randa, Victor Randa, Edwin Randa and Rich Randa; seven half-sisters, Loretta Dinges, Eleanor Pfannenstiel, Irene Herrman, Edna Dinges, Bertha Munsch, Sally Mills, and Loena Wagner.

The giving hearts that both Elmer and Angie had for others will continue through their donation of their bodies to the University of Kansas research, in efforts to continue to help others.

A private family service will be held at a later date.

In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to WaKeeney Keeney Village. Donations made to Keeney Village may be sent to Schmitt Funeral Home, 336 North 12th, WaKeeney, KS 67672.

Condolences may be left online at www.schmittfuneral.com.