Thelma (Mooney) Billups, 101, of Wathena, Kansas died Wednesday, September 27, 2017.

Thelma was born on January 13, 1916 in Sparks, Kansas to Charlie and Ada (Dyer) Mooney.

Thelma married Earl Billups on December 28, 1940 in Leavenworth, Kansas. He preceded her in death on November 14, 1991. She was also preceded by her parents and a sister, Grace Blanton.

She is survived by her son, Danny Billups (Donna) of Highland, Kansas 2 grandsons; Kevin and Kent Billups and numerous nieces.

FUNERAL MASS: Monday, October 2, 2017 – 10:30 A.M. At: St. Joseph Catholic Church in Wathena Burial: Bellemont Cemetery in Wathena

Visitation: family will receive friends 1 hour prior to Mass at the church with a Rosary prior to Mass.

Harman Rohde Funeral Home in Wathena in charge of arrangements.

Memorials: In lieu of flowers family requests memorials either to the St. Joseph Catholic Church or the Activity Fund at the Wathena Nursing & Rehab. www.harmanrohde.com