Kirwin resident Lynn Stockman passed away October 18, 2018 at the Good Samaritan Hospital in Kearney, NE at the age of 81. He was born November 27, 1936 in Phillips County, KS, the son of James P. “Jim” Stockman and Dorothy “Velma” (Kennedy) Stockman.

Lynn was a devoted husband, father, and grandfather, who delighted in every accomplishment of kids, grandkids and great grandchildren. Survivors include his wife Carol of the home in Kirwin, KS; 2 daughters, Melanie Elliott (Terry) of Kensington, KS, Barbara Brumbaugh (Craig) of Logan, KS; 2 sons, Brien Stockman (Lynette) of Logan, KS and Shawn Stockman (Dana) of Camden, ME; 3 brothers, Bruce Stockman (Judy) of Kirwin, Kenneth Stockman (Diane) of Kirwin, and Keith Stockman (June) of Colorado Springs, CO; 11 grandchildren and 8 great grandchildren (with another one on the way).

Lynn was a man of many talents, who worked a variety of jobs over the course of his career. As a young man starting out, he helped with the construction of the Kirwin Dam. He worked for Goodyear Tire for several years in a number of towns in Texas, before returning to Kirwin to work for McDowell Tire Company. Lynn started his own company, Stockman Tire Company, in Kirwin, which he ran for a number of years before joining Iowa Mold Tooling Co. Inc. (“IMT”). Lynn worked for IMT for 35 years, becoming a member of the coveted Diamond Club (25 years of service). He won many awards and honors, demonstrating exceptional skills at selling tire service trucks and related equipment all over the United States. Revered by his colleagues, he was known for his quick wit, and his many jokes and stories. He made friends quickly, and cared for people passionately, especially the underdogs or anyone down on their luck. He understood first-hand the value of second chances.

One of his proudest moments was being honored for his 60-year membership in the Masonic Fraternity. At the time of his death, he was a member of the Belleville Lodge #129, of Belleville, Kansas.

Funeral services will be held Tuesday, October 23 at 2:00 p.m. in the Olliff-Boeve Memorial Chapel, Phillipsburg, with Rachel Ellis officiating. A private burial will be held in the Kirwin Cemetery.

The casket will be closed. Friends may sign the book from 5:00 to 9:00 Sunday and 9:00 to 9:00 Monday at the Olliff-Boeve Memorial Chapel.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Belleville Masonic Lodge #129.