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David Alan Dorn
- Lucas Kenney
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December 30, 1960 — May 22, 2026
Goodland, Kansas
David Alan Dorn, age 65, of Goodland, passed away on May 22nd, 2026, at home. He was born on December 30, 1960, in Greeley, Colorado, to Daniel J. and Laura B. (Pafford) Dorn, Sr. He was one of four children. David married Dee Dorn (Riegel) on November 3, 1979, at the Goodland Methodist Church. Farming was his life’s work. Over the years, he worked for various local farmers, cared for his own land, and spent the last 38 years with Gustch Farms and L & D Farms of Goodland. He faithfully served as a NWKS District Free Fair board member for more than 25 years and was an avid hunter who cherished time outdoors with family and friends.
David Dorn was a loving son, brother, husband, father, and grandfather. He dedicated his life to farming, always working hard to provide for those around him and ensuring everyone was cared for. More than anything, David made sure his loved ones knew how proud he was of them. If you had the chance to know David, you would know that nothing in this world meant more to him than his grandchildren. They were the light of his life, and he treasured every moment spent with them. He will be remembered for his strong work ethic, generous heart, quiet strength, devotion to his family, and his unwavering love for Izzy (Dee).
Preceding him in death were his parents, one sister, Diana Dorn, two brothers, Daniel Dorn, Jr., and Donald Lee Dorn. Surviving family members include his wife, Dee, of Goodland. He is also survived by one daughter, Jessica (Jeff) Dinkel of Goodland, Kansas, three sons: Michael (Cortney) Dorn of Goodland, Kansas, Chris (Crystal) Dorn of La Crosse, Kansas, and Josh (Delanie) Dorn of Goodland. He leaves behind a legacy of love in his 25 grandchildren Natalie (Dillion), Kaden (Makayla), Isaiah, Adelynn, Bentley, Elsie, Luke, Hattie, Pierce, Malynn, Caleb, Braden, Aaliyah, Keyfyr, Jayce, Dallynn, Suri, Trinity, Weston, Justin, Cheyenne, Jacob, Katie, Cash, Sage, and two great grandchildren Redley, and Sutton.
Family and Friends are invited to gather for visitation on Friday, May 29th, 2026, from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. (Mountain Time) at Koons-Russell Funeral Home, 211 N. Main St. in Goodland, Kansas, to share memories and celebrate a life well lived. Funeral services will be held Saturday, May 30,2026, at 10:30 a.m. at First Baptist Church, 1121 Main St. Goodland, KS. Following the service, burial will take place at Goodland Cemetery. A luncheon and time of fellowship will be held at First Baptist Church immediately after the burial, where family and friends are welcome to continue sharing stories, and memories.
Memorial contributions may be made out to the NWKS District Free Fair Board and may be left at the services or mailed to Koons-Russell Funeral Home, 211 N. Main Ave., Goodland, KS 67735.