Lois Maxine Slabach

Lois Maxine Rolfs Slabach, age 92, passed away on May 21, 2026, in Bel Aire, Kansas. She was born in 1933 in Lorraine, Kansas, to Walter and Lydia Rolfs.

Lois was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Kenneth E. Slabach; her parents; and her siblings Arlene Prentice, Laverne Trebilcock, Marilyn Nickel, Melvin Rolfs, Merle Rolfs, and Ronald Rolfs.

She is survived by her sons Brock Slabach and Troy Slabach and his wife Michelle; three grandchildren—Caleb Slabach and his wife Kendyl, Carissa Dye and her husband Dustin, and Courtney Konarski and her husband Kuba; and two great-grandchildren, Blakely Slabach and Micaiah Dye. She is also survived by three sisters in-law: Joan Rolfs, Diane Rolfs and Dorothy Rolfs.

Lois graduated from McPherson College and began her career teaching high school Home Economics. She later earned certification in K–12 education, continuing her lifelong commitment to learning and to the growth of her students.

A devoted member of First Baptist Church in Clearwater, Kansas, Lois lived her faith with quiet steadiness and joy. She cherished her church community and the fellowship it provided. She also shared a love of house construction with her late husband Ken, taking pride in the work they accomplished together. Above all, Lois treasured time with her family, finding deep happiness in gatherings that brought loved ones close.

Her life was built on the enduring faith in Jesus, a hope she carried with grace and gratitude.

Visitation with family, Monday, May 25, 5-7pm at Webb Shinkle Mortuary and Funeral Service, Tuesday, May 26, 10:30am at First Baptist Church, 306 Ross Ave, Clearwater, KS.

In lieu of flowers, memorial to The First Baptist Church, 306 Ross Ave, Clearwater, KS 67026.