Albert K. Bottom, 83, passed away on January 21, 2010. He was born March 12, 1926 near Havensville, KS, the son of Ruben (Roy) and Eva Kroth Bottom.
Albert grew up in the Bucks Grove community, graduating from Soldier High School. He served in the Army from 1944 to 1946. Albert worked several jobs during his lifetime, G.M. Sunflower Ordinance, Boeing, Trucking, and Construction. He moved to Colorado in 1970 and lived there until 1989 before retiring and making his home in Wamego, KS. He loved to garden and share his produce with family, friends and neighbors.
Albert is survived by his brothers Ralph (Isla) Bottom, Gene (Mary) Bottom, and sisters Wilma Ross & Elizabeth Smith. His children Steven (Lyn) Bottom, Diane (Joe) Ballentine, Daryl (Linda) Bottom, Sharon Sanders & Karen Juelg having 10 grandchildren and 7 great grandchildren and one on the way. He was preceded in death by his mother, father, sisters Goldie Krebs & Lorah Mae Wyatt and brother Vern Bottom.
Cremation has taken place and a graveside service will be held at 10:30 Monday, January 25, 2010 at Bucks Grove Cemetery, Havensville, KS. In lieu of flowers the family would appreciate your thoughts and prayers. Penwell-Gabel Mid Town Chapel is assisting the family with arrangements.