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Roy Brainard Obituary
Roy was united in marriage to Norma Cronin on April 19, 1975. He worked as a service technician for Black Hills Energy for 19 years before retiring. Roy had a passion and talent for woodworking, and found enjoyment in going to auctions and playing cards. He was an avid Kansas City Chiefs fan and a member of the Pierceville Federated Church.
He is survived by his wife, Norma Brainard of Pierceville, Kansas; daughter, Monica (Bruce) Koehn of Garden City, Kansas; sons, Steven Brainard of Missouri, Lorrin Brainard of Kechi, Kansas, and Richard Brainard of Dodge City, Kansas; two grandchildren, Madison (Jakob) Neeb and Braeden Koehn; sisters, Susie Ashcraft and Beverly Willems; many other relatives and a host of friends.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Roy and Lena Brainard; son, Wayne Brainard; sister, Ellen Sneider; and brother, Bob Brainard.
Per Roy's request, cremation has taken place and no services are scheduled at this time. To leave online condolences, please visit www.valleyfuneralcremation.com.
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