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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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...
Mary Ella Judd
Dec 29, 2019
Mary Ella Judd, 87, passed away Sunday, December 29, 2019. She was born March 4, 1932 to Paul and Emma (Jones) Glaser in Wichita, KS. Mary worked as a teacher in Iowa, Wichita, Haysville, and Derby. She was an active member of Madison Avenue United Methodist Church. She was preceded in death by her parents; and brothers, Paul Glaser,...
Debbie J. Sanchez
Dec 28, 2019
Debbie Jo (Kilts) Sanchez, 62, passed away Saturday, December 28, 2019. She was born December 1, 1957 to Danny and Sharon (Clark) Kilts in Wichita, KS. Debbie enjoyed doing arts and crafts. She worked for Sedgwick County over 10 years. Debbie is survived by her parents; husband of 15 years, Larry; children, Jeremiah Wampler, Valerie Allison, Laurie (Kelly) Guinn,...
Joeann Rowley
Dec 28, 2019
Udall - Rowley, Joeann
85, passed away Saturday, December 28, 2019.
Visitation: 9:30 am to 10:30 am, at Smith Mortuary, Mulvane . Graveside Service will follow at 11:00 am at Udall Cemetery.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Omar Rowley; brother, Donald Walton; and niece, Susan White....
Helen Johnson
Dec 26, 2019
Helen M Johnson, 84, passed away Thursday, December 26, 2019.
Visitation: Monday, December 30, 2019, from 1:00 pm to 8:00 pm with the family present from 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm. Funeral Service: 2:00 pm, Tuesday, December 31, 2019, both at Smith Mortuary, Derby.
She was preceded in death by her...
Harry E. Garrett
Dec 25, 2019
Harry E. Garrett, age 94, of Wichita, retired TOX truck driver, passed away Wednesday, December 25, 2019. Visitation 1-8 pm Monday, December 30, with family receiving friends 5-7 pm, funeral service 10 am Tuesday, both at Culbertson-Smith Mortuary, 115 S. Seneca. Graveside service 2:30 pm Tuesday, Valley View Memorial Cemetery, Roxbury. Harry is preceded in death by his wife,...
Charlie Wade
Dec 25, 2019
Rose Hill - Wade, Charles
80, passed away Wednesday, December 25, 2019.
Visitation: Sunday, December 29, 2019, from 1:00 pm to 8:00 pm with the family greeting friends from 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm at Smith Mortuary, Derby. Funeral Service: 10:00 am, Monday, December 30, 2019 at Greenwich Road Church of Christ 1746...
