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Derby, Wichita, Haysville, and Mulvane, KS Obituaries

Garland D. Johnson, Jr.

Garland D. Johnson, Jr.

Apr 8, 2021

Garland David Johnson, Jr. , 49, of Wichita, KS, passed away on April 8, 2021.

Garland was born on December 6, 1971 to Sue & Garland Johnson Sr. in Springfield, OH.

For many years, Garland traveled all over the United States as a Pipeline Welder before becoming disabled. In 2018, he...

Verta "La Rae" Santiago

Verta "La Rae" Santiago

Apr 8, 2021

Wichita - Verta La Rae Santiago, Born October 2, 1952 died April 8, 2021 at St. Francis Hospital after an extended illness.

Survivors: Daughter, April Santiago; sister, Robin Kincannon; niece, Shawna Schmidt; great nephew, Ean Thomas; great-nieces, Emily Schmidt and Olivia Mihailoff.

La Rae's passion was to be the voice for those with disabilities. She...

William Joe "Bill" Tolle

William Joe "Bill" Tolle

Apr 8, 2021

Wichita - Tolle, William Joe "Bill"

84, passed away Thursday, April 8th, 2021. He was born July 23rd, 1936 to William and Pearl Brown Tolle in Frankfort, Kentucky. He loved to travel and watch old westerns.

He was preceded in death by his parents, siblings, Ray, James, Luevern, Paul; and by a son,...

Ruth Rogers

Ruth Rogers

Apr 7, 2021

Peck - Rogers, Ruth Ann, 57, died Wednesday, April 7, 2021.

Visitation: Sunday, April 11, 2021, from 2:00 pm to 6:00 pm at Smith Mortuary, Haysville. (Family will not be present to greet friends due to COVID-19 exposure.) Funeral Service: 10:00 am, Monday, April 12, 2021 at Colonial Heights Assembly of God, 5200 S Broadway,...

Rex E. Alderson

Rex E. Alderson

Apr 7, 2021

Rex Eugene Alderson was born on June 22, 1946 to parents Sam and Emma Alderson passed away on April 7, 2021. Rex, a proud US Navy veteran, is survived by son Sam Alderson and daughter Sandy Alderson both of Wichita, KS. He is survived by sibling Mary Hall of Texas and best friend Diana Davis-Alderson of Mulvane, KS. He...

Velda Ione Satterthwaite

Velda Ione Satterthwaite

Apr 6, 2021

Velda Ione (Marquardt) Satterthwaite, 93, went to be with her Lord on April 6, 2021. She was born October 20, 1927 to Fred and Fern Marquardt in Rosalia, Kansas. She was their youngest daughter. She graduated from Rosalia High School as Valedictorian in 1945 and earned her Associate’s Degree from Butler County Junior College. Velda married Melvin Satterthwaite on...

Charlene R. Mcclure

Charlene R. Mcclure

Apr 6, 2021

Mulvane - McClure, Charlene Ruth

88, passed away Tuesday, April 6, 2021. She was born February 2, 1933 to Charles Weston and Neva (Hopkins) Weston in Sedgwick County, Kansas.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Kenneth R. McClure; parents, Charles and Neva Weston; sister, Doris Brace; grandson, Brian Minks; great-granddaughter, Kaitlyn...

Billy F Huston

Billy F Huston

Apr 4, 2021

Udall – Huston, Billy Floyd, 80 went to be with the Lord on Sunday, April 4, 2021 at his home. He was born September 18, 1940 to Floyd and Mary Huston in Hutchinson, Kansas.

Billy worked as a structural engineer/designer in Hutchinson and Wichita for 39 years, retiring in 2006. Billy served on the Haven, KS, volunteer...

Jane Ann Engels

Jane Ann Engels

Apr 3, 2021

Bel Aire - Engels, Jane Ann,

91, passed away Saturday, April 3rd, 2021. She was born July 4th, 1929 to Maurice and Helena (Warren) Higgins in Wichita, Kansas. Jane was a graduate of Cathedral High School in Wichita.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Pat G. Engels of Derby; daughter, Jeanie...

Betty Adams

Betty Adams

Apr 2, 2021

Beatriz "Betty" Adams, age 78, homemaker, passed away Friday, April 2, 2021. No visitation. Memorial service 10 am Thursday, April 22, Culbertson-Smith Mortuary, 115 S. Seneca, with the committal service at 1 pm, Kansas Veterans Cemetery, 1208 N. College, Winfield. Betty is preceded in death by her husband, Leonard Adams, Sr.; daughter-in-law, Julie Adams; granddaughter, Amanda Spillman; mother, Louisa...

Terry Prickett

Terry Prickett

Apr 2, 2021

Derby - Prickett, Terry Edward, 73, died Friday, April 2, 2021.

Visitation with the family present will be Wednesday, April 7, 2021, from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm and Funeral Service will be: 2:00 pm, Thursday, April 8, 2021, both at Smith Mortuary, Derby. Interment to follow at Hillcrest Cemetery, Derby.

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Larry Smith

Larry Smith

Apr 1, 2021

Larry Dean Smith, 78, retired Sedgwick County RWD #3 Water District Operations Manager, passed away Thursday, April 1, 2021.

He was a member of the Westside Church of Christ in Wichita.

Memorial Service: 11:00 am, Saturday, April 10, 2021 at Smith Mortuary, 501 SE Louis Blvd, Mulvane.

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Shirley Jo Montague

Shirley Jo Montague

Apr 1, 2021

Shirley Jo (Holt) Montague, 85, passed away on April 1, 2021. She was born in Wichita, Kansa and resided in Freeport, Kansas through her formative years. Shirley graduated from Anthony High School, where she met her husband, Paul. They were married on December 25, 1955. Paul preceded her in death in 2019.

Shirley was a devoted military...

Kathryn Pickens

Kathryn Pickens

Mar 31, 2021

Douglass - Kathryn Elizabeth Pickens, 88, died, Wednesday, March 31, 2021 at her residence. She was born July 19, 1932 to Philip and Ester (Yost) Wilhelm in LaCrosse, Kansas.

Kathryn was married to Billy Edward Pickens on July 14, 1956 and they celebrated 55 years together. Kathryn worked as a secretary for the State of...

Margaret Lillie Bleier

Margaret Lillie Bleier

Mar 31, 2021

Margaret Lillie Bleier, co-founder and co-owner of Bleier's IGA, passed gracefully into heaven after 102 astonishing years on Earth. Rarely did one encounter a kinder, more gentle soul. There was not an ounce of malice in her bones and she truly radiated joy and love with every action. Anyone who met her always walked away with a smile (which...

Jack Mckinley

Jack Mckinley

Mar 31, 2021

Jack S. McKinley, 92 passed away on 31 March 2021 in Wichita, KS. He was born 18 Feb 1929 in Bellefontaine, Ohio the son of Henry C. McKinley and Ruth Wiseman. First and forever Jack was a Marine! Afterwards he was selected by his Congressmen to attend the United States Naval Academy and upon graduation he selected the United...

Richard Lee Galleher

Richard Lee Galleher

Mar 30, 2021

Richard Lee Galleher, 70, went to be with his Lord & Savior on Tuesday, March 30, 2021. He was born May 2, 1950 to John and Ruth (Ross) Galleher in Wichita, KS.

Richard loved his family dearly and had a special place in his heart for his animals.

He was preceded...

Leroy Luther Elliss

Leroy Luther Elliss

Mar 29, 2021

Leroy Luther Elliss, Jr 61, died Monday, March 29, 2021.

Memorial Service: 1:00 pm, Saturday, April 10, 2021 at Oatville Community Church, 3814 S Hoover Rd, Wichita.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Leroy and Sharon Elliss; sister, Kim Elliss; and grandparents.

Leroy is survived...

Pauline Boutwell

Pauline Boutwell

Mar 29, 2021

Pauline Boutwell, 97, of Belle Plaine, KS passed away March 29, 2021. She was born on May 2, 1923, daughter of Clyde and June (Cherry) Hendren. Pauline retired from St. Francis hospital, where she worked in admissions and as the mail clerk for 15 years. She was a member of St. Michael the Archangel Catholic Church in Mulvane, KS....

Toni Oliphant

Toni Oliphant

Mar 28, 2021

Antoinette Josephine (Farrugia) Oliphant, November 15, 1938 - March 28, 2021. Mother, Office Manager, Salem Township Trustee, Foster Grandparent, World Traveler. Toni was the first born daughter of Joseph Farrugia and Rita (Barbara) Farrugia in Detroit, Michigan. She married James Oliphant Jr and has three sons that survive her; Joseph (Rose) Oliphant, Quaker Heights, NSW, Australia, James (Marie Tenborg)...

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