Jerry Charles Resser
Aug 19, 2026
Resser, Jerry C., 86, passed away on August 19, 2026. He was born in Salina, Kansas on November 13, 1939, to his parents, Charles and Grace Resser.
He was preceded in death by his parents; sister, Charlotte Robson; and brother, Marvin Resser.
Jerry is survived by his sons, Danny (Lynn) Resser and Aaron (Lisa) Resser; grandchildren, Cody (Chris) Higgins, Miranda...
Jerry Duane Cain
Sep 5, 2026
Jerry Duane Cain, 89, passed away on September 5, 2026, at home, surrounded by his family.He was born on December 18, 1936, in Wichita, Kansas, Jerry was the beloved son of the late Wayne R. and Roszella Cain.
Growing up a true "farm boy," Jerry loved recounting stories of his childhood. Long before and after his school days in Clearwater, Kansas,...
Valeta Marie Lyons
Sep 5, 2026
Valeta Marie Lyons, 71, passed away Saturday, September 5, 2026 in Wichita, Kansas.
Valeta was born November 27, 1954 in Wichita, the daughter of Orin and Hazel Claybrook. She enjoyed crocheting and spending time with family watching WSU basketball. Valeta was in the insurance industry for 50 plus years in Wichita.
She is preceded in death by her parents; by her son,...
Michael William Pokorney
Aug 31, 2026
Michael William Pokorney went to his heavenly home to be with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on August 31, 2026. He was surrounded by his loving family at the time of his passing. He was born to Charles and Velma (Stickney) Pokorney in his grandmother's house in Ravenna, Nebraska on January 28, 1944.He is preceded in death by his...
Walter Stewart
Aug 30, 2026
Walter Thomas Stewart left this world peacefully on August 30, 2026, in his home in Wichita Kansas. He was born on November 26, 1962 to James and Betty Stewart, and was raised by his eldest sister Melodee.
He worked as a machinist at Spirit Aerosystems for over 15 years, although his true love was theatre. On the stage since his days...
Rozanne Louise Williams
Aug 30, 2026
Rozanne (Shann) Louise Williams, 81, passed away peacefully on August 30, 2026 surrounded by family and pure love. Shann was born on January 21, 1945 in Wheaton, Minnesota to John Elmer and Hilma Adelia Nelson. Shann loved being a "Minnesotan" and fondly relayed many happy stories growing up there.
Shann had a lifelong passion for music and the arts which...
Linda Lee Henander
Aug 30, 2026
Linda L. Henander, 83, passed away on Sunday, August 30, 2026. She was born March 15, 1943 to Lowell and Fern Cowan in Goodland, Kansas.Linda enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren and great grandchildren. Preceded in death by her parents; husband, Robert Newson and sister, Gayle Noles.
Survivors include her children; LaDawn (Lyle) Holmes, Roxie (Tim) Sperry, Joyce Peterson, Sam Watts; siblings, Alice (Bill) Hyatt,...
Thomas Charles Ragsdale
Aug 30, 2026
Thomas Charles Ragsdale, age 77, of Mulvane, Kansas, passed away on August 30, 2026 at Credo Senior Living.
Born on November 18, 1948 in Emporia Kansas to Junior Charles Ragsdale and Rita Marie Bechtel, Thomas served in the US Army and was a Purple Heart Veteran. He worked for over 30 years as a Letter Carrier with The US Postal Service....
John Donald Hudson
Aug 29, 2026
John Donald Hudson, 93, passed away peacefully on August 29, 2026, leaving behind a lifetime of cherished memories and a lasting legacy of love, service, and devotion to his family and community.
John was born on November 22, 1932, in Okmulgee, Oklahoma, to William and Gracie Hudson. He proudly served his country during the Korean War. After his military service,...
Ida Mae Goodman
Aug 29, 2026
Ida Mae Goodman, of Pretty Prairie, Kansas, was born on October 16, 1932, in Russell, Kansas, to Adolf and Amelia Branda. She passed away on August 29, 2026.
Public visitation will be held on Friday, September 4, 2026, from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. at Smith Family Mortuary, 1415 N. Rock Rd., Derby, Kansas 67037.
Burial to take place at a later date.
Gloria G. Cox
Aug 29, 2026
Gloria Cox, 92, passed away on Saturday, August 29, 2026. She was born March 2, 1934 to Hazen and Ruby Byers in Gueda Springs, Kansas.
Gloria Gay Byers was born to Hazen and Ruby Lorraine (Rankin) Byers on March 2, 1934 at the home of her Aunt June Rankin in Gueda Springs, Kansas. Hazen was a farmer and Ruby was the...
Robert Wayne Atkinson, Jr.
Aug 28, 2026
Robert Wayne Atkinson, Jr., 86, died August 28, 2026 in Derby, Kansas. Born January 22, 1940 in Joplin, Missouri, the son of Robert Atkinson, Sr., and Nina Aline (Clarke) Atkinson.
Bob was good at anything he chose to undertake - whether welding, car mechanic, to community leader and company owner. He was well-respected in the construction field and Udall community, where...
Deborah Lynn Hunt
Aug 28, 2026
Deborah Lynn “Debbie” Hunt, 64, of Belle Plaine, Kansas, passed away on August 28, 2026, at her home, surrounded by her loving family.
Debbie was born on November 18, 1961, in Ponca City, Oklahoma, to Carroll and Wanda Sherwin.
Family was at the center of Debbie’s life, and some of her greatest joy came from spending time with her grandchildren. She also...
Dennis Niedermann
Aug 27, 2026
It is with deep sorrow and much love that we mourn the passing of Dennis, who left this world on August 27, 2026, in the warm embrace of his family after a courageous battle with cancer. Born on August 8, 1962, in Oxnard, California, Dennis was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend, whose life was rich with love,...
Tracy Renee Flanders
Aug 26, 2026
Tracy Renee Flanders (Dashiell), 52, of Wichita, Kansas, passed away on August 26, 2026.
Tracy was born January 14, 1974, at Vandenberg Air Force Base in California to Carla Eidemiller (Rapp) and Robert Dashiell.
Tracy had a deep love for her faith and was an active member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. She enjoyed singing, karaoke, and participating...
Elisabeth Lessor
Aug 25, 2026
Elisabeth Lessor, age 89, of Mulvane, Kansas, passed away peacefully on August 25, 2026.
Elisabeth was born on February 14, 1937, in Germany, where she grew up during and in the aftermath of World War II. The experiences of those early years helped shape the strength, resilience, and determination that characterized her throughout her life.
While living in Germany, Elisabeth met the...
Nancy M Nolder
Aug 25, 2026
Nancy Louise Massmann Nolder was called home to Heaven by God, her Almighty Father, on Tuesday, August 25, 2026, following a courageous battle with several health complications.
Nancy was born in New Rochelle, New York, to Jack and Patricia Massmann and was raised in the Presbyterian Church. Her faith remained an important part of her life.
As the daughter of a United...
Margaret Ann Clemence
Aug 24, 2026
Our lives are formed by the choices we make. Margaret Ann Johnson Clemence made all the right choices in her 97 years of life.
She chose happiness. Happiness in the form of love, family, laughter, smiles and bird watching. Most of all she chose God as the foundation of her life.
She loved her husband of 72 years, Don K Clemence, her...
Beverly Fairchild
Aug 23, 2026
Beverly Jane Fairchild, 81, of Haysville, Kansas, passed away on August 23, 2026. She was born May 27, 1945, in Stafford, Kansas, to Clarence and Laura Lamb and graduated from high school in Macksville, Kansas.
Beverly shared 60 years of marriage with her husband, Gary Wayne Fairchild. They were married August 21, 1966, and celebrated their 60th wedding anniversary just two...
Larry Ray Rickard
Aug 20, 2026
In loving memory of Larry Rickard, who peacefully departed this world on August 20, 2026, at the age of 80. Born on April 28, 1946, in Wichita, Kansas, Larry lived a life full of love, dedication, and service to others.
Larry was the beloved son of Visia and Ray Rickard, who predeceased him and shaped the compassionate and hardworking man he...
