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Derby, Wichita, Haysville, and Mulvane, KS Obituaries

Joyce Elaine Mikesell

Joyce Elaine Mikesell

Apr 6, 2026

Joyce Elaine (Hawkins) Mikesell passed away peacefully in her home, surrounded by her family on April 6, 2026. Joyce was born in Fort Scott, KS on February 14, 1948. She was 78 years old.

Her parents were Toney and Huleta Dowell and she was the second eldest daughter in a family of 12 children. Joyce was very proud of her big...

Tina Marie Napier

Tina Marie Napier

Apr 6, 2026

Tina Marie Napier, 61, of Haysville, passed from this life at Wesley Medical Center in Wichita on April 6, 2026. Born August 30, 1964 in Wichita, she was the daughter of Larry Joe and May (Roat) Shinkle.

In additional to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband John Francis Napier, and her brother Tim Shinkle.

Tina is survived by...

Tori Anne Golden

Tori Anne Golden

Apr 5, 2026

Tori Anne Golden was born on October 7, 1998 in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma and passed away on April 5, 2026 in Hutchinson, Kansas.

Tori was the light of her parents' lives. She was smart, kind, and loved animals. She played the cello in the Wichita Youth Symphony and graduated Summa Cum Laude from Wichita State University with a degree in Anthropology....

Paxton Grey French

Paxton Grey French

Apr 3, 2026

French, Paxton, 8, passed away on April 3, 2026. He was born in Winfield, Kansas on August 28, 2017 to Aaron and Makayla French.

He loved playing Minecraft, especially when he could share that time with his siblings, laughing, building, and creating worlds together. He had a special love for his hamster, showing a gentle and caring heart in the...

Mary Kathryn Britt

Mary Kathryn Britt

Apr 2, 2026

Mary Kathryn (Hemmen) Britt

Mary Kathryn Britt, 102 and 1/3 years old died on April 2, 2026, in Haysville, Kansas. Mary was born on Nov 22, 1923, in Maize, Kansas to George G. and Theresa H. Hemmen. Preceded in death by her parents, husband, James Britt, siblings: Edna Mae Evans, Mildred Seiler, Paul Hemmen; sons: Dale Britt and Glen Britt. Survived...

Billy Ray Vickery

Billy Ray Vickery

Mar 31, 2026

Billy Ray Vickery, lovingly known as Bill, age 78, of Wichita, KS, passed away on March 31, 2026 surrounded by his family.

Bill was born on September 25, 1947 in Wichita, KS to Francis and Esther Vickery. He grew up in Wichita, KS where he was the youngest of four boys.

He graduated from Wichita West High School in 1965 and went...

Duane L Brueggeman

Duane L Brueggeman

Mar 30, 2026

Rejoice! Duane Lee Brueggeman is now in the presence of the Lord and is once again with his sweetheart, Dorothy. Duane ascended to be with his savior on March 30th, 2026 leaving a legacy of faith, devotion and steadfast love for his family and all who came to know him.

Duane was born on January 11th, 1937 in Scott City, Kansas...

Judith Kathleen Ten Braak

Judith Kathleen Ten Braak

Mar 29, 2026

Judy Ten Braak, 84, passed away on Sunday, March 29, 2026. She was born February 27, 1942 to Louis and Kathleen Tabuer in St. Paul, MN.Our mother has always had a heart for serving others. She volunteered at Stafford Care Home, mentored youth in the Juvenile Court System, became a member of Steven Ministries, she cooked and offered companionship to homebound elderly,...

Lilly Renae French

Lilly Renae French

Mar 28, 2026

French, Lilly Renae, 5, passed away on March 28, 2026. She was born in Winfield, Kansas on November 19, 2020, to her parents, Aaron and Makayla French.

Lilly loved K-pop, singing, taking pictures, and anything outdoors. She enjoyed watching YouTube, playing Minecraft with her siblings, and riding the wheels off her go-cart. She absolutely loved her family and cherished every...

Richard Lee Waggoner

Richard Lee Waggoner

Mar 28, 2026

Richard L. Waggoner, 78, of Belle Plaine, passed away peacefully on Saturday, March 28, 2026 with family by his side. Born in Wichita, Kansas, to Delvia and Herma Waggoner, Richard was a man defined by his lifelong curiosity, technical brilliance, and unwavering dedication to his family.

A 1965 graduate of Belle Plaine High School, Richard went on to serve in...

Stanley Seth Cox

Stanley Seth Cox

Mar 27, 2026

Stanley Seth Cox, 72, was born May 14, 1953 to Victor and Helen (Rickards) Cox in Wichita, Kansas. He passed away on March 27, 2026 in Wichita, Kansas.

Stan is survived by his wife, Janet Cox; children, Sarah (Mike) Brogdin, Emily (Tyson) Brenton, Molly Cox; 5 grandchildren; siblings, Elizabeth (Richard) McDonald, Barbara Schrag.He was preceded in death by his parents; and...

Lonnie Earl Basinger

Lonnie Earl Basinger

Mar 25, 2026

Lonnie Earl Basinger, 91, Retired United States Air Force Chief Master Sergeant, passed away Wednesday, March 25, 2026. 

Visitation with family Sunday, March 29, from 2-4 PM, service Monday, March 30, 2 PM, both at Smith Family Mortuaries, Derby. 

Preceded in death by his parents Joe W. (Della Maude) Basinger, wife Ann Basinger, son and daughter in law Brian (Barb) Basinger, granddaughter...

Gerald (Jerry) Gray

Gerald (Jerry) Gray

Mar 25, 2026

Gerald (Jerry) F. Gray, age 89, passed away to be with our Lord, March 25, 2026. 

A graveside service will be held at 1:00 PM Monday March 30that Greenwood Cemetery, 6231 W 47th St, South Wichita, KS 67215. 

Jerry is preceded in death by his parents Robbie A. Gray and Vergie E. Wilson, sisters Joy Y. Gray and Ramona June Carter. 

He is...

Richard A. (Dick) Schremmer

Richard A. (Dick) Schremmer

Mar 25, 2026

Richard Allen (Dick) Schremmer, 71, died March 25, 2026, in Wichita, Kansas. Schremmer was born June 27, 1954, in Great Bend, Kansas, to Irene and Frank Schremmer of Beaver, Kansas.

He began his career in the oilfield during high school. At 15, he worked for Chase Tank Service, cleaning out the bottoms of old oil tanks and handling other prestigious jobs....

Steve Wiesner

Steve Wiesner

Mar 23, 2026

Stephen Mark "Steve" Wiesner, 72, of Derby, Kansas, passed away peacefully on March 23, 2026, with his family by his side. He was born on January 23, 1954, in Wichita, Kansas, to Lawrence and Juanita (Pfeifer) Wiesner.

Steve dedicated 40 years and three months of distinguished service to Beech Aircraft before his retirement. He was very adamant about including those last...

Kenneth Clark Denton

Kenneth Clark Denton

Mar 23, 2026

Kenneth Clark Denton, 63, of Derby, Kansas, passed away peacefully on March 23, 2026, surrounded by his loving family following a courageous seven-year battle with cancer.

Kenneth was born on January 19, 1963, in Wichita, Kansas, to Don and Mary Lou Denton. He graduated from Derby High School in 1981 and went on to earn his degree from Kansas State University's...

Ronald Louis Wenke

Ronald Louis Wenke

Mar 23, 2026

Ronald Louis Wenke, 75, of Mulvane, passed from this life March 23, 2026. Born June 5, 1950 in Wichita, he was the son of Leonard and Betty Jo Wenke.

He leaves to cherish his memory, his wife Rosie Wenke, daughters Janelle, (Danny) Roland, Anna Wenke, Barbara Murry, Mary Leonard; his son Richie Ozatea; 11 grandchildren; brother Mike (Diana) Wenke; and by...

Kim Arlene Solomon

Kim Arlene Solomon

Mar 22, 2026

Kim A. Solomon, born September 25, 1966, to Arthur and Sally Thorne, passed away peacefully at home on March 22, 2026. She was surrounded by loved ones through her final days.

Though she was only here for a short 59 years, she filled those years with many lifetimes of memories. One of her favorite things to do was care for...

Beverly Weber

Beverly Weber

Mar 22, 2026

Beverly Carol Yeatman Weber was born to Luther and Lucille Yeatman in Enid OK on September 24, 1951. She went to be with her Lord March 22, 2026. A private family celebration is planned for April 11, 2026.Beverly was married to husband Larry for over 48 years. She was a military spouse and followed Larry’s career. She was a devoted...

Brandon Michael Dickerson

Brandon Michael Dickerson

Mar 21, 2026

Brandon M. Dickerson, 39, passed away on Saturday, March 21, 2026. He was born July 30, 1986 in Wichita.Preceded in death by his mother, Lori Koop. Survivors include his stepfather, Keith Koop and Brandon's significant other, Aryna Duncan.A joint Celebration of Life service with his mother, Lori Koop, will be 1:00 pm Saturday, March 28, 2026 at Smith Family Mortuary,...

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