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René Yvonne Ward passed away in Lawrence, Ks on January 14th, 2026 , at the age of 72, with her beloved sister Leilani by her side. René was born January 10, 1954 in Dodge City, Kansas to Carter F. Thornton and Marjorie J (Havas) Thornton. She was the 6th of 12 Thornton children.On June 9th, 1973...
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