Death has claimed the life of Dr. Marion E. Spikes, of Scottsdale, Az. Dr. Spikes passed away at age 86, Friday, May 31, 2013 after a brief illness. [it-exchange-member-content membership_ids=”485,313″]
Dr. Spikes was a devoted and loving husband. He was a dedicated physician to thousands in Garden City from 1963 until his retirement.
After serving in World War II in the Pacific theater, Marion returned to farming and business in Hugoton until entering college and medical school at the University of Kansas beginning in 1956.
Survivors include his wife of 67 years, Charlotte; his brother Warren Spikes and wife Joan of Hugoton; sister Wilma Rider and husband Graham of Tucson, Az.; son Larry Spikes and wife Valerie of Wichita; daughters Janice of Pine, Co. and Susan Peterson and husband Alan of Wichita; his ten grandchildren; and ten great grandchildren. Preceeding Dr. Spikes in death were his son Trent and his grandson Damon Meeker.
Memorial services were attended Wednesday morning, June 5, 2013 at Valley Presbyterian Church in Paradise Valley, Az.
Memorials in lieu of flowers can be sent to Hospice of the Valley, 1510 E. Flower St., Phoenix, Az. [/it-exchange-member-content]