Donald Joseph Vest, 73, of Great Bend, Kansas passed away Friday, 
January 22nd, 2021.&nbsp; Born on January 12th, 1948 to Edwin and Louise 
(Gabel) Vest.&nbsp;

Don was a U.S. Army Veteran and a talented carpenter, a skill he was 
taught by his grandfather. He was an avid KU basketball fan, enjoyed 
gardening, and was well known for his award-winning breads and cinnamon 
rolls.&nbsp; Don was passionate about teaching Native American culture and 
muzzleloading history. He will be remembered as a man who always had a 
cup of coffee in his hand and a story to tell.

Survived by his children Brooke (Travis)&nbsp; Boltman, Kristin (Anthony) 
Dail, Lindsay (Justin) Cooper, Ian (Jennifer) Vest; 9 grandchildren; 
longtime companion Dee Steinert; Sisters Beverly (Charlie) Rolfs, Mary 
Lou Headley; Brother David Vest. He was preceded in death by his 
parents.

Cremation has taken place, with services pending with Bryant Funeral Home.

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 </figure>Donald Joseph Vest, 73, of Great Bend, Kansas passed away Friday, 
January 22nd, 2021.&nbsp; Born on January 12th, 1948 to Edwin and Louise 
(Gabel) Vest.&nbsp;Don was a U.S. Army Veteran and a talented carpenter, a skill he was 
taught by his grandfather. He was an avid KU basketball fan, enjoyed 
gardening, and was well known for his award-winning breads and cinnamon 
rolls.&nbsp; Don was passionate about teaching Native American culture and 
muzzleloading history. He will be remembered as a man who always had a 
cup of coffee in his hand and a story to tell.Survived by his children Brooke (Travis)&nbsp; Boltman, Kristin (Anthony) 
Dail, Lindsay (Justin) Cooper, Ian (Jennifer) Vest; 9 grandchildren; 
longtime companion Dee Steinert; Sisters Beverly (Charlie) Rolfs, Mary 
Lou Headley; Brother David Vest. He was preceded in death by his 
parents.Cremation has taken place, with services pending with Bryant Funeral Home.