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Alan Eugene Maish, 67

Alan Eugene Maish-who would be the first to tell you he preferred to skip the "Eugene"-passed away in the comfort of his home at the age of 67 on April 26 in Jamestown, Kansas.

Alan was born on February 24, 1959, in Concordia, Kansas, to Thaine and Anna K. Maish, both of whom preceded him in death. As an only child, Alan grew up with a strong sense of independence and curiosity that would shape the rest of his life. He graduated from Concordia High School in 1977.

During his time at Cloud County Community College, Alan earned his associate degree and continued a love of music, taking the stage publicly as a guitarist. It was also during this time that he met Carol Hewitt. The two married on December 30, 1978, and together built a life centered around family, raising three children: Erin (Jeremy) Urban, Amanda Maish, and Westin Mash. Alan was a proud grandfather to Sean and Natalie Urban, and he carried in his heart the memory of his granddaughter Alyssa Urban, who passed before him.

Alan later took over the family farm, continuing a legacy that meant a great deal to him. Over the years, he remained a man of many interests, collecting guitars, knives, and firearms-each reflecting his appreciation for craftsmanship and history.

Alan maintained a lifelong connection to music that rooted during his time at Cloud County Community College. For decades, he took great pride in organizing reunions for the Great Society show choir, bringing people back together through shared memories and music. He also helped plan and lead programs and performances, continuing to create spaces where others could connect, sing, and celebrate. These efforts reflected not only his love of music, but his deep appreciation for community and the relationships that lasted well beyond the stage.

Alan divorced in 2024. Later that year, on October 20, 2024, Alan married Ponthip in a small religious ceremony in Thailand. Though they were not able to be together in the United States before his passing, she remained an important part of his life.

He had a deep fascination with history, especially war history, and could spend hours sharing stories. In fact, his children learned that asking him a question about history was a reliable way to redirect his attention-often to their benefit. Alan loved conversations of all kinds. He had a natural way of connecting with people and genuinely enjoyed hearing about their lives, never treating anyone as though they were beneath him.

Alan also had an adventurous spirit and made sure his family experienced the world beyond their home. He took them on road trips across the country, visiting places like the Grand Canyon, Niagara Falls, and riding the train in Durango. These trips were filled with memories-some awe-inspiring, others a bit chaotic, like his tendency to straddle the exit lane while second-guessing whether it was the correct turn.

His kindness showed up in quiet but meaningful ways, like the time he bought a sandwich for a homeless man in Washington, D.C. Moments like that reflected the way he moved through the world-with curiosity, generosity, and a willingness to engage with people from all walks of life.

Alan will be remembered for his storytelling, his adventurous nature, his love of music and history, and most of all, his genuine interest in others.

He will be deeply missed by his family and all who knew him.

Visitation will be held on Friday, May 8, 2026, from 12-2 p.m. with the family receiving friends during that time at the Chaput-Buoy Funeral Home, Concordia, Kansas.

A Celebration of Life Service will be held 2:00 p.m., Friday, May 8, 2026 with Celebrant Samantha Stensaas officiating at Chaput-Buoy Funeral Home, Concordia, Kansas.

Alan's wishes were to be cremated and his inurnment will take place following the Celebration of Life Service in the Fairview-French Cemetery, Rural Concordia, Kansas.

For online condolences please visit www.chaputbuoy.com.

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