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Derby, Wichita, Haysville, and Mulvane, KS Obituaries

Esaias

Esaias

Jan 12, 2020

Baby Esaias Aziel Ramirez

Esaias, (meaning Salvation of the Lord) Aziel, (meaning God is my strength), age 12 weeks, was born Tuesday, October 22, 2019, at Ascension Via Christi Hospital in Wichita, KS and was life watched to Children’s Mercy Hospital in Kansas City, Missouri. He passed away Sunday, January 12, 2020

Visitation:...

Ronald Henderson

Ronald Henderson

Jan 12, 2020

Wichita - Henderson, Ronald Clark passed away Jan. 12, 2020 in Wichita. He was born to Charles and Norma (Lunbery)Henderson in Wichita in 1949. He was the older of two brothers, Bruce (Kathy). Ron went into the Air Force after high school where he made a career in themilitary with service in both the Air Force and the Kansas...

Donna Godwin

Donna Godwin

Jan 12, 2020

Derby - Godwin, Donna Marie

87, passed away Sunday, January 12, 2020.

She was preceded in death by her husband, James R. Godwin and parents, Wilson and Velda Nelson.

Donna is survived by her two children, Rhonda Kay Brosius (Tom) and Greg Gossett (Terri); 8 grandchildren; 8 great grandchildren,...

Cary M. Mcallaster

Cary M. Mcallaster

Jan 11, 2020

Cary Maxwell McAllaster died January 11, 2020. He was born April 1, 1946, in Sterling, Kansas, to Ansel and Doris (Bourgain) McAllaster. The family lived in Kansas, Mississippi, Texas, and Nebraska. He graduated from the University of Nebraska. He worked for State Farm Insurance in the claims division for 37 years, in Lincoln, Nebraska; Bloomington, Illinois; Chicago; and Dallas....

Cynthia "Cindy" Storey

Cynthia "Cindy" Storey

Jan 11, 2020

Mulvane - Storey, Cynthia "Cindy" Lynn

55, passed away Saturday, January 11, 2020.

Memorial Service: 10:00 am, Thursday, January 16, 2020 at Smith Mortuary, Mulvane.

She was preceded in death by her mother, Linda Newell; and grandparents; Franklin Loyd, Marion and Dottie Newell.

Cindy is...

Dale Clark

Dale Clark

Jan 10, 2020

Anderson, MO - Clark, Dale

formerly of Wichita, 81, passed away Friday, January 10, 2020.

Memorial Service 1:00 pm, Saturday, January 18, 2020 at Smith Mortuary, Derby.

He was preceded in death by his father, Vernon Clark; mother, Lucy Sumner; sister, Joan Clark; daughter Tonya Ponte; companion Walli Masterson;...

Karen Sue Stephen

Karen Sue Stephen

Jan 8, 2020

Karen Sue Stephen (McElhiney) passed away on January 8, 2020. She was born on October 1, 1949 in Wichita, KS. Karen was an amazing woman that will be missed by many. She was an extremely hard worker, sometimes working 3 jobs to take care of her 3 children, Jim, Michelle, and Rebekah. She was kind, honest, loyal, outgoing, funny,...

Mildred Ward

Mildred Ward

Jan 7, 2020

Douglass – Ward, Mildred F., 84, passed away Tuesday, January 7, 2020 at Wesley Medical Center in Wichita. She was born May 12, 1935 in Thayer, Kansas to John and Lola (Baker) Cox. In her earlier years she lived outside of Augusta, and owned and operated a beauty shop. Later she moved to Douglass, Kansas and worked at The...

Chuck Mccoy

Chuck Mccoy

Jan 6, 2020

Charles R. "Chuck" McCoy, age 78, of Haysville, retired truck fabrication manager and U.S. Army Veteran, passed away Monday, January 6, 2020. Visitation 1-8 pm Friday, January 10, with family receiving friends 5 - 7 pm, funeral service 1 pm Saturday, January 11, both at Smith Mortuary, 1415 N Rock Rd., Derby. Survivors include his wife of 55 years,...

Jerry Williamson

Jerry Williamson

Jan 4, 2020

HAYSVILLE-Williamson, Jerry (Gearld Wayne), 72, retired Beech/ Spirit Aircraft, went to be with Jesus on Sat., Jan. 4, 2020. Jerry was an amazing man. He was a very loving and caring husband, dad, papa, brother and friend. He was born on June 30, 1947 in Kennett, Mo to Elmer and Bonnie Williamson. He was preceded in death by his...

Melitta "Kate" Welch

Melitta "Kate" Welch

Jan 4, 2020

Melitta "Kate" Welch, 75, passed away Saturday, January 4, 2020. She was born November 4, 1944 in Berlin, Germany. Kate spent the better part of her life working with mentally challenged children and adults. She enjoyed making jewelry, crocheting, and spending time with her family. She was preceded in death by her parents, William and Erika Fraser; brother, Hans...

Kristy Sowden

Kristy Sowden

Jan 3, 2020

Kristy Nicole Sowden, age 41, of Derby, loving mother, daughter and aunt, passed away Friday, January 3, 2020. Memorial service 10 am Tuesday, January 7, South Rock Christian Church, 900 S. Rock Road, Derby. Kristy loved her work as a Registered Nurse with the Wesley BirthCare Center. She is preceded in death by her grandparents, Alvin and Mildred Thomas...

Virginia Knoll

Virginia Knoll

Jan 3, 2020

Wichita - Knoll, Virginia Loretta, age 93, of Wichita peacefully joined her Lord and Savior on January 3rd, 2020 surrounded by her loving family. She was born March 4th, 1926 in Schoenchen, Kansas to Thomas and Bertha Werth. She was one of 13 children. Virginia is survived by her 5 children: Charlotte Eaton(Larry); Vernon Knoll(Michele); Randall Knoll; Kathryn Horning;...

Harold Ray Thomson

Harold Ray Thomson

Jan 3, 2020

Derby – Thomson, Harold R. age 91, avid member of the Moose Lodge, 32 degree Mason, retired Boeing Security Guard, & U.S. Marine veteran who served in China, passed away January 3, 2020. Visitation 4-7pm Monday Evening; Funeral 2pm Tuesday, January 7th both at Smith Mortuary – Derby, 1415 N. Rock Rd. He is preceded in death by his...

Cathy J Hagar

Cathy J Hagar

Jan 3, 2020

Cathy Jean Hagar, age 62, of Wichita, Certified Med Aid, passed away Friday, January 3, 2020. Visitation 1-8 pm Thursday, January 9, Smith Mortuary, 1415 N. Rock Rd., Derby. Funeral service 11 am Friday, January 10, Colonial Heights Church, 5200 S Broadway, with the family greeting friends from 10 am to service time. Cathy is preceded in death by...

Harold Brown

Harold Brown

Jan 3, 2020

Wichita - Brown, Harold E. age 92, passed away January 3, 2020. Visitation 4-8pm Thursday; Funeral 2pm Friday, January 10th both at Smith Mortuary - Haysville, 7031 S. Broadway. Harold is preceded in death by his daughter, Sherry; grandson, Justin;parents, Vernon and Bertha Brown; brothers, Ted, Marlin and Alvin; sisters, Violet and Marie. He is survived by his children,...

Lydia Devarennes

Lydia Devarennes

Jan 1, 2020

Lydia DeVarennes, age 96, of Derby, beloved mother, grandmother, sister and aunt, joined her Lord in heaven Wednesday, January 1, 2020, following a brief illness. We take comfort in knowing that her spirit was ready and her passing was peaceful. Heaven has gained a mighty angel indeed. Our lives have been forever changed by her strength, humor, and faith...

Patricia Mckissick

Patricia Mckissick

Dec 31, 2019

Derby - McKissick, Patricia Ann, 88, passed away Tuesday, December 31, 2019. Recitation of the Rosary 9:30AM; Memorial Mass 10AM both Tuesday, January 7th at All Saints Catholic Church 3205 E. Grand St. Wichita, 67218. She is preceded in death by her daughter, Susan Gail Burgardt; brothers, Max and Foster Kordish; sister, Betty McKissick Schlockter Patricia is survived by...

Lynette Haslinger

Lynette Haslinger

Dec 30, 2019

Mulvane - Haslinger, Karen Lynette, 68, born August 28, 1951, passed away Monday, December 30th, 2019. Visitation 4pm - 8pm, Sunday, January 5th, 2020, at Smith Mortuary - Mulvane 501 SE Louis Blvd; Funeral Service 10:30AM Monday, January 6th at Bethel Life Center 3777 S Meridian Ave Wichita, KS 67217. She is preceded in death by her parents, Albert...

Manuel Ceballos

Manuel Ceballos

Dec 30, 2019

Manuel Ceballos 49, died unexpectedly from an accident that occurred at his place of employment on December 30, 2019. At Via Christi St Francis hospital. He was born May 1, 1970 in Dell City Texas, the Son of Eduvites Fuentes Ceballos and Loretto Ceballos. He was an avid Dallas Cowboy Fan, liked working on cars, and helping friends and...

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