Thelma E. Liebe
Thelma was born on September 27, 1933 in Superior, Nebraska to Johann and Anna Bruns. She was the youngest of eight children and grew up in Deshler, Nebraska where she developed the values of faith, hard work, and devotion to family that guided her throughout her life.
On May 20, 1956 she married Geroge R. Liebe, an Air Force service man whom she met on a blind date. The family moved to Manhattan, Kansas in 1964. Together they built a loving home centered on family and community.
Thelma was devoted homemaker who found great joy in caring for her family. She also volunteered at local daycare centers in the Manhattan community, sharing her kindness and care with many children over the years.
She enjoyed playing golf at Stagg Hill Golf Course, vacationing with family, and oil painting. Her many paintings adorned their home and brought beauty to her family and friends. She also loved cheering for Kansas State University, faithfully watching Wildcat football and basketball games.
Her faith was an important part of her life, and she was a longtime member of St. Luke's Lutheran Church.
She is survived by her children, George W. (Milloy) Liebe, John (Kristi) Liebe and Elaine (Rick) Sleppy; eight grandchildren; and thirteen great-grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her husband, George R. Liebe; Her parents, John and Anna Burns; and siblings.
Funeral services will be held at St. Luke's Lutheran Church in Manhattan, Kansas on Friday, March 20, 2026, at 10:30 a.m. Interment will be held at the Sunrise Cemetery in Manhattan.
Memorial contributions may be made to Ascension Living Via Christi Village in Manhattan in Thelma's honor.
Her love for family, faith, creativity, and the simple joys of life will be remembered always by those who knew and loved her.
The Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, Kansas 66502, is assisting the family with service arrangements. ymlfuneralhome.com