Karl Younkman

Karl Fredric Younkman of Wellington died at his home on Thursday, January 27, 2022, at the age of 65.

Karl was born the son of John R. and Irene (Ratzlaff) Younkman on February 10, 1956, in Newton.

Karl was a very talented athlete playing many sports growing up. He was inducted into the Newton High School Hall of Fame for basketball and went on to play collegiately for the then No. 1 ranked Hutchinson Blue Dragons. Karl was a huge sports fan who enjoyed playing golf and rooting for his beloved Kansas City Chiefs.

Karl was better known in Wellington for his business, Karl’s Boot and Shoe Repair which he owned and operated for over  30 years. Karl was preceded in death by his parents John and Irene Younkman.

There are no services planned at this time as cremation has taken place.  Share a memory, leave condolences or sign his digital tribute wall at www.cornejofuneralhome.com.

Arrangements by Cornejo Funeral Home + Crematory, 1030 Mission Road, Wellington 67152.