Dennis A. Wainwright Obituary

We bid farewell to Dennis A. Wainwright in Shawnee Mission, Kansas, whose journey of life gracefully concluded on January 25, 2026 at the age of 70. Dennis touched countless lives with warmth and kindness, leaving behind cherished memories that will forever echo in hearts. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Edgar Wainwright and Mary Lou Wainwright (Ziegler); his daughter Diann Wainwright; his uncle Virgil Ziegler; and his aunt Helen McDiffett.

He is survived by: his children, Daniel Wainwright (Lisa) of Council Grove, KS and Darci Wainwright of Council Grove, KS; his grandchildren, Mandy Wainwright and Gus Wainwright of Council Grove, KS; and his brothers, David Wainwright (Nancy) of Lake Jackson, TX, Don Wainwright (Tammy) of St. George, KS, Dale Wainwright (Kris) of Garden City, KS, Dean Wainwright (Brenda) of Wichita, KS and Darren Wainwright (Deb) of Tonganoxie, KS.. He is also survived by three nieces, one nephew, four great nephews and one great niece, as well as numerous other family and friends.

Memorial contributions are suggested to Team Schnak Strong Fund c/o Emporia Community Foundation, Kent Schnakenberg, 2881 Rd. P, Emporia, KS 66801.