D. Eugene West was born on March 12, 1935 to Mattie Reed. He was raised by his Grandma and Grandpa Reed and 9 aunts and uncles. He died on March 22, 2023.
He is predeceased by his mother, grandparents and grandson, Brett Cushenbery, who had a very special place in his heart and son-in-law, Larry Cushenbery. He is survived by his wife, Wanda West; children: Debra Allison (Greg), Gene Jr (Lori), Yvonne Cushenbery, 6 grandchildren and 10 great grandchildren.
Eugene was a Wichita Fire Fighter for 21 years and he worked several other jobs on his days off from the fire department. He was the manager for Wilbert Burial Vault Company after he retired and then went to work at Doric Vault in Newton, Kansas.
Eugene enjoyed most outdoor sports, fishing and hunting were a passion. He lived a good long life and especially enjoyed his family.