Edward Lee Halpain, Sr

June 30, 1931-January 14, 2023

Edward Lee Halpain, Sr., 91, of Perryton, Texas passed away Saturday, January 14, 2023 in Booker, Tx. A private family memorial graveside will be planned at a later date at Ochiltree Cemetery.  Cremation and arrangements are under the direction of Boxwell Brothers Funeral Home of Perryton.

Edward was well known and respected in the Perryton community, where he was a mechanic all his adult life until he retired in his 80's.  He frequently served the community at barbecues, at parades as a Shriner clown, and as a school bus driver, which he did for 20 years. He believed in giving back to the community.

Edward was born and raised in Perryton, the son of Lee and Ida Belle Halpain. They preceded him in death along with his two sisters, Pat Ward and Helen George.  His loving wife of 72 years, Loretta, passed away on January 6, 2023.  His goal was to take care of her as long as she lived, and he accomplished that loving goal.

Edward is survived by his son, Sonny Halpain of Perryton, Vickie Kennedy (Richard) of Buhler, Ks; grandchildren: Erik Halpain (Mary) of McLean, Tx, Lance Halpain (Mandy) of Mineral Wells, Tx, Michele Clark (Tony) of Hays, Ks, John Kennedy (Jennifer) of Hutchinson, Ks, and Michael Kennedy (Shannon) of Lenexa, Ks. Also surviving are great-grandchildren Blake Halpain of Anson, Tx; Crystal Brady of Roff, Ok; Paige Halpain of Seminole, Ok; Lee Halpain of McLean, Tx; Destiny Halpain of Mineral Wells, Tx; Dakota Halpain of Raleigh, NC; Nicole Golden of Mineral Wells, Tx; Ashley Hood of Great Bend, Ks; Dakota Hood of Fayetteville, Ar; Averie, Conner, and Cade Kennedy of Hutchinson, Ks and several great-great grandchildren, and his lifelong friend, Preston Jines.

In lieu of flowers, donate to your favorite charity.