Pamela R. Gurwell, age 73, of Moran, passed away Monday, Jan. 12, 2026. She was born May 6, 1952 to Donald and Ennis Blohm in Iola, Kan.
Pamela obtained her physical therapy assistant certification through Allen County Community College. She loved her job and cherished the many people she met through her work at Allen County Regional Hospital.
She raised her children alongside their father, Keith Gurwell. Even after their divorce, Pamela and Keith remained close, united in their love and support for their children.
Later in life, Pamela met Richard Tyler, with whom she shared many happy years until his passing in 2017.
In her later years, Pamela deeply appreciated the care and compassion she received at Moran Manor. The family would like to especially acknowledge CNA Jessika Shephard and RN Danell Harper, whose kindness and dedication stood out.
Pamela is survived by her children, Alyssa Gurwell of Iola, and Aaron Gurwell and fiance Morriah Isaacs of Chanute, Kan; granddaughter, Emily Jones and husband Dylan of Pittsburg, Kan.; sister, Jeanne Ulrich; nephew, Brek Ulrich and wife Liz of Iola; and niece, Lori Moore and husband Kris of Lawrence.
The family will greet friends at a memorial visitation from 1 to 3 p.m. on Friday, Jan. 23, in The Venue at Feuerborn Family Funeral Service, 1883 US Hwy 54, Iola. Memorial contributions may be made to help defray funeral expenses, and can be left in the care of Feuerborn Family Funeral Services.
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