Lela Eller Obituary
The passing of Lela Eller of Hays, Kansas occurred on October 2, 2026. Lela, born on September 10, 1938, shared life with family, friends, and community. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Lela Eller to show support.
She was predeceased by: her brothers, Marvin, Melvin and Leland Stutheit; her sisters-in-law, Joan Stutheit and Pheobie Stutheit; and her stepson Jeff Eller.
She is survived by: her children, Mike Moore (Pam) of Springtown, Micki Moore of Smith Center and Marla Copper (Jeff) of Hays; her stepdaughter Lori Bieker (Bob) of Hays; her sister Helen DaVatz of Olathe; and her sister-in-law Sandra Stutheit of Waverly. She is also survived by grandchildren, 23 great grandchildren, one great-great grandchild, and numerous nieces and nephews.
A funeral service will be held on Wednesday, October 7th 2026 at 10:30 AM at the First United Methodist Church (305 W 7th St, Hays, KS 67601).
In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to St. John's Chapel at Via Christi Village.
