Ezra Stickles, 59, of Minneapolis, Kansas, passed away on Saturday, May 2, 2026.

Ezra was born on June 24, 1966, to Doris Farren and Wayne Allen Stickles III.

Ezra proudly served his country as a member of the National Guard. In his free time, he loved being surrounded by nature. He especially enjoyed collecting rocks and fossils, often bringing them home to share with his family. Ezra also loved fishing, camping, and birdwatching.

He is survived by his children: Jamie Cruz; Ezra James Stickles Jr.; Kara Stickles; Stephanie Stickles; Elijah Stickles (Louella); Ethan Stickles; Morgan Ward; Bethany Stickles; and Emery Stickles; two brothers, Matthew Farren and Rick Stickles; and many beloved grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents and his daughter, Sara Stickles.

A memorial service will be held at 10:00 a.m., on Tuesday, May 12th, 2026 at Carlson-Geisendorf Funeral Home in Salina, Kansas.

Online condolences may be sent to the family through the funeral home website at www.carlsonfh.net or on the funeral home’s Facebook page.