Dr. James Brethour

Dr. Leslie Brethour, 93 of Junction City died Sept 1, 2006 at St Joseph's Village in Manhattan. He was born Feb 5, 1913 in Dwight Kansas, the son of Dr. George E. and Nora (Holshouser) Brethour. He graduated from Dwight High School in 1931 and attended both Washburn and Kansas University. In 1939 he graduated from the Creighton University School of Medicine. He was married to Ethel Rasmus who preceded him in death in 1975. He served in the U. S. Army from 1942 to 1946. During WW II he served in the European Theater and was awarded the Bronze Star. Upon his discharge he moved to Junction City and began his medical practice, which he continued in for over 40 years.

Dr. Brethour or just plain "Doc" as he was affectionately known by many of his patients loved the outdoors and enjoyed hunting and fishing. One of his greatest pastimes was fishing in Milford Lake with his friends. He was particularly fond of dogs and upon his retirement his Yorkshire terriers, Spook and Spike provided him with both companionship and a great deal of entertainment. However his greatest joy in life was treating his patients who he considered to be not only his patients but also his friends. He was a member of the Booster club serving for many years as "Cookie Chairman".

He is survived by his daughters Nancy O'Malley of Reston Virginia and Peggy King of Napa California and his son Jim of Junction City, 6 grandchildren, and 6 great grandchildren. As were his wishes he was cremated and private family services will be held at a later date. Memorial contributions may be given in his name to Friends of Animals or the Geary Community Hospital Lab.

Penwell-Gabel Johnson Chapel of Junction City, KS assisted the family with cremation arrangements.