George Evon Preuss

George Evon Preuss, 73, of Wamego, passed away on Thursday, July 23, 2009 at his residence. He was born on January 28, 1936 in Queens, New York, the son of John and Genevive McDonnell Preuss. He graduated from La Salle Military Academy in 1954. George was an Army veteran, serving for 21 years from 1954 through 1975. He had resided in the Wamego area since 1975. He was a notable artist, sculptor, and inventor. He was the creator of many public pieces of art throughout the state of Kansas, including sculpture in front of the Riley County Historical Building. A private ceremony will take place in the Kansas Veterans' Cemetery at Fort Riley. A celebration of life service will be held on Saturday, August 29th from 3:00 p.m. until ? at his residence; all are welcome to attend, please bring a dish and a chair. Penwell-Gabel Southeast Chapel in Topeka is in charge of arrangements.