Don Mohler

Donald Lee Mohler, 77, of Humboldt, Kansas, died Saturday, February 7, 2015, at his home. Don was born December 30, 1937, at Enid, Oklahoma, the son of Edward and Virgie (Bowyer) Mohler. He grew up in Oklahoma and the family moved to Iola when he was in high school. He graduated from Iola High School and Iola Junior College. On June 3, 1956, Don married Darlene Mardick. They made their home in Iola. They had three daughters and later divorced. On February 9, 1978, Don married Bernie (Carson) Andrews and they have made their home in Humboldt for 34 years. Don worked in the oil industry for more than 30 years, he owned the Mobile Station in Iola, and prior to retirement he worked as the Physical Plant Supervisor for the SRS facility in Chanute. He began his Masonic affiliation in June 1961 at Iola Lodge #38. He served as Master in Iola in 1968, 1980, and 2000. Don became a member of the Scottish Rite, Valley of Fort Scott in April 1974 and is a lifetime member. Don joined Mirza Shrine in May 1974. Currently he is a member of Tri County Shrine Club, Chanute Shrine Club, Past Master Club, and Kick-Off Club. He belonged to the Mirza Ritualistic Cast, Mirza MG Unit, Mirza Director's Staff, Legion of Honor, Hospital Dads and Camel Herders. He served as Potentate in 2010. Don is also a member of Sunflower Lodge #147 O.E.S., Tula Teocali #5, Order of Quetzalcoatl and Court #95 of the Royal Order of Jesters. He has been a member of Iola Elks Lodge #569 for 47 years. He served 5 years on the City Council for Humboldt. SURVIVORS: His Wife: Bernie Mohler of the home 3 Daughters: Kim LaPorte & husband, Bill of Moran, Becky Helms & husband, Richard of Iola, and Kristi Reed & husband, Torrin of Wichita 2 Step-Sons: Don Andrews, Jr. and Joe Andrews & wife, Jean all of Gas 1 Sister: Deloris Williams of Salisbury, NC 11 Grandchildren & 7 Great Grandchildren He was preceded in death by his parents and grandson, Kent Jackson. VISITATION: 5:00-7:00 p.m., Tuesday, Feb. 10, 2015, at Waugh-Yokum & Friskel Chapel in Iola. FUNERAL SERVICE: 10:00 a.m., Wednesday, Feb. 11, 2015, at Waugh-Yokum & Friskel Chapel in Iola. BURIAL: Elsmore Cemetery, Elsmore, KS MEMORIAL CHOICES: Mirza Shrine Center or Horizon Hospice Memorial gifts may be left with the Waugh-Yokum & Friskel Memorial Chapel of Iola, which is in charge of arrangements. To sign the guest book online or leave a condolence, go to www.iolafuneral.com .