Levi James Hackler, age 12, of rural WaKeeney, passed away Monday, November 21, 2016 at his home.  He was born January 18, 2004, in Salina, Kansas, to William Ryan and Yvonne Gay (Popp) Hackler.

He was a seventh grader at Quinter Junior High School.  Levi is survived by his parents, William and Yvonne; his grandparents, William D and Linda Hackler of Bogue, and Jim and Barb Popp of Quinter; brother, Brice Hackler of Wichita; sister, Brianna Hackler of the family home; uncle, Daryl (Carolyn) Popp of Hill City; and Aunts, Kris (Jerry) Jacobs of Nicodemus, and Garneita (Don) Davis of Tulsa, Oklahoma.  He was preceded in death by and aunt, Joyce Popp.

Memorial service will be 10:00 a.m., Monday, November 28, 2016 at Quinter Church of the Brethren.  Inurnment will take place at Mt. Pleasant Community Cemetery, near Studley.

There will be no visitation as cremation was chosen.

In lieu of flowers , the family suggests memorial contributions are suggested to Levi Hackler Memorial Fund.  Donations made to the fund may be sent to Schmitt Funeral Home, 901 South Main, Quinter, KS  67752.

Condolences may be left for the family by online guest book at www.schmittfuneral.com.