Elbert "Bert" LaMont, 100, WWII Navy veteran, passed away Tuesday, May 5, 2015 at his home. He is preceded in death by his beloved wife, Florence Jesse LaMont, and 6 brothers and sisters. Bert is survived by his daughters, Janice (Richard) Osborn and Ellen LaMont; son, Brian LaMont; sister, Cathrine Eastep and grandson, Joseph Lincoln Osborn. In retirement Bert enjoyed traveling and mission travels, he went to Alaska, Mexico, Costa Rica, Hatti, and Guatemala. Bert also was able to make a trip to his Scottish homeland. He was a strong economic man, who grew up through the great depression. He had obtained his pilots license and often enjoyed flying. He was a great wood worker; enjoyed charity work and was a charter member of East Heights United Methodist Church. To honor Bert's life a graveside service will be held Monday, May11, 2015 at 11:00am at Old Mission Cemetery 3424 E. 21st ST. Wichita, KS. In lieu of flowers, please make memorial contributions to the Urban Ministries, 1611 N. Mosley ST. Wichita, KS. 67214 or to the American Red Cross, 1900 E. Douglas Ave. Wichita, KS. 67214