Eldon Emmett Wriston, age 83, died on Friday, May 15, 2026, at Sunporch of Dodge City, Kansas.

He was born on November 27, 1942, in Liberal, Kansas, to Luel Theron and Alta Crites Wriston.

Eldon graduated from Liberal High School in 1961 and went on to serve his community and state with distinction through many years of dedicated service in the Kansas National Guard. He worked as an over the road truck driver for many years. Eldon will be lovingly remembered by his two sons, one daughter, and two grandchildren.

He is survived by his two sons, Steven Wriston of Alabama, and

Eldon Wriston of Dallas, Texas,

Daughter, Nickie Wriston of Effingham, Illinois, and

Two grandchildren, Chance,

Limn, and

His close friends, Dean and Velda Royse.

A private burial will take place at Liberal Cemetery.

Condolences may be sent to the family at www.hornungfuneralhome.com