Dee Woolfolk passed quickly from her experiences in this world on September 27, 2023, and she entered her new, heavenly home. She was surrounded by Shap, her adoring husband of nearly 38 years, dear friends, and family. The family sincerely thanks the Manhattan, KS, Fire Department and Manhattan EMT service for their quick response and expertise. Dee would be happy with the professionalism and kindness given to her based on her jobs in various medical facilities.
Dee was born Delores Kay Olson, August, 30, 1939, and always looked vibrant, and many admired her energy. Born in Mitchell, SD, she shared close-knit family experiences and events through Delmar and Dorothy Olson, her parents, and Don Olson, her brother. She is blessed with a group of six special cousins, one of whom she shares the exact birthday. She was preceded in passing by her parents and brother.
Friendships with many fine people from South Dakota were enjoyed and remembered through her life.
Dee graduated from Mitchell High School and attended the University of South Dakota, taking art and lab tech courses.
She returned to Mitchell in 1959 to work for a doctors’ office and met Willard “Willy” Hubbard. They wed in 1961 and were married until his passing.
Dee met Shap Woolfolk at church in Olathe, KS, and they shared many interests. They married in 1985 surrounded by their blended family. They lived in Olathe, Osage City, and Manhattan.
Homemaker, friend, neighbor, wife, mother, and a member of the Lutheran Church and Nazarene Church during her life, Dee also enjoyed watching sports. For 37 years, Dee and Shap have been “enthusiastic” fans of the Kansas State Wildcats, K.C. Chiefs, and the St. Louis Cardinals. This brought many, many smiles to their faces. They took many motorcycle trips together, including to Sturgis, SD, rallies and road with the Manhattan Blue Valley Riders which provided lasting friendships.
Dee and Shap have enjoyed their retirement years in their lovely Manhattan neighborhood. Along with Dee’s love of artistic crafts and taking care of her yard and flowers, she was a good neighbor. During her career, she worked in public relations and administration for Manhattan area medical clinics, StoneyBrook Retirement Community, and the Manhattan Association of Realtors.
Interment will occur in Troy, MO, Shap's hometown.
She is remembered by her family - Shap Woolfolk, her beloved husband; and their blended family of children and their spouses - Lori Dedic, (John Dedic); Jeff Woolfolk (Carole Woolfolk) and Jerry Woolfolk. Dee was grandmother to Lindsey Packingham (Elliott) and great grandchildren, Bodie and Eva. She was grandmother-by-marriage to Adam Woolfolk and Andy Woolfolk (Erica Woolfolk). She was a great grandmother-by-marriage to Owen Woolfolk and Crosby Woolfolk. Dee is also remembered by her niece, Kristen Olson-Jagt (David).