Former county clerk dies

Edward J. Mayfield, 82, former Wyandotte County clerk, died April 14.

Mayfield was the county clerk from 1969 to 1979, and from 1993 until 2000. He also was active in community organizations, including St. John’s Catholic Club and as a 3&2 and CYO coach.

He leaves his wife, Mary Elaine, nine children, 21 grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren.

Visitation will be from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Sunday, April 19, at the Cathedral of St. Peter, Kansas City, Kan. The funeral service will be at 10 a.m. Monday, April 20, at the Cathedral of St. Peter, Kansas City, Kan. Porter Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.