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Derby, Wichita, Haysville, and Mulvane, KS Obituaries
Leta Belle Kimble
Oct 21, 2017
Leta B. Kimble, age 92, passed away October 21, 2017. Leta was a loving mother, grandmother and friend to many. She worked 23 years as a bank teller at the Mulvane State Bank, then spent 20 years volunteering at the St Joe Hospital in Wichita. Leta is survived by her sons, Dennis (Debbie) Kimble, Chris (Pam) Kimble; grandchildren, Rachel...
Donald H. Bloomgren
Oct 20, 2017
Wichita - Bloomgren, Donald H
86, passed away Friday, October 20, 2017.
Graveside service 2:00 pm Sunday, October 22, 2017 at Mulvane Cemetery. Memorial Service will follow at 4:00 pm, Sunday, October 22, 2017 at Mulvane Christian Church. He was preceded in death by his wife, Rosemarie Bloomgren. Donald is survived by his 4 daughters:...
Jane Billingsley
Oct 19, 2017
Jane Billingsley, 83, retired Special Education educator, passed away Thursday, October 19, 2017. Jane was one of the original Head Start teachers, and one of the original Special Ed teachers, a Special Olympics organizer, a member and past President (1983-84) of the Derby National Education Association, a member of the committee to build the new Derby High School, and...
Kyle Ray Boucher
Oct 18, 2017
Derby - Boucher, Kyle Ray
32, passed away Wednesday, October 18, 2017.
Visitation: Tuesday, October 24, 2017, from 1:00 pm to 8:00 pm with the family to receive friends from 5-7 at Smith Mortuary, Derby and Funeral Service: 2:00 pm, Wednesday, October 25, 2017 at The Well Worship Center 421 N Westview Dr...
Shirley Lee Aurell
Oct 18, 2017
Shirley Lee Aurell, age 83, homemaker, passed away Wednesday, October 18, 2017. Visitation 1-8 pm Wednesday, October 25, with family receiving friends 6-8 pm, Smith Mortuary, 1415 N. Rock Rd., Derby. Funeral service 2 pm Thursday, October 26, South Rock Christian Church, 900 S. Rock Rd, Derby. Shirley is preceded in death by her parents, Harold and Kathleen Hapgood;...
Cody Mack Nelson
Oct 17, 2017
Cody Mack Nelson was born August 5, 1987. His life ended unexpectedly on October 17, 2017 at the age of 30. Cody was a graduate of the University of Kansas and was a small business owner and entrepreneur. By far, his greatest accomplishment was being the most loving father to his daughter, Peyton. Cody's smile, his laughter, and ability...
Samuel Clair Clifton
Oct 17, 2017
Sam Clifton, 70, died October 17, 2017. Sam is survived by his wife, Lydia; children, Jimmie Baker, Matthew Baker, Lori Tabor, Rey O'Bagy, Lisa Hammond, Christopher Baker, Tammy Baker; numerous grandchildren; great grandchildren; nieces and nephews.
He is preceded in death by his parents, Joseph Sr and Lois Clifton; son, Darren Clifton, brother, Joseph Clifton, Jr.; and...
Ruth Ellen Weishaar
Oct 16, 2017
Douglass - Weishaar, Ruth Ellen
89, passed away Monday, October 16th, 2017. She was born April 23rd, 1928 to George and Fay James in Major Co., Oklahoma. Ruth met Orwin Weishaar on a blind date, and the two later married in a double wedding ceremony with Orwin's brother Charles and bride Mary. The two had seven children...
Hannelore W. Snyder
Oct 15, 2017
Haysville - Snyder, Hannelore W.
77, passed away Sunday, October 15, 2017.
Memorial service 2:00 pm, Friday, October 20, at Smith Mortuary, 7031 South Broadway, Haysville.
She was preceded in death by her son Bob Snyder and parents Johann and Maria Wolf.
Hannelore is survived...
Dennis Neal Nussbaum
Oct 15, 2017
Dennis Neal Nussbaum, age 69, of Wichita, retired Veterans Administration Educational Liaison and Vietnam Veteran, passed away Sunday, October 15, 2017. A memorial gathering and visitation with his family will be held 5 – 7 pm Monday, October 23, at Smith Mortuary, 1415 N. Rock Rd., Derby. Dennis is preceded in death by his parents, Glen and Ruby Nussbaum;...
Jack Fanning
Oct 14, 2017
Jack L. Fanning, age 60, passed away October 14, 2017. A service will be hosted by his family at a later date. Jack is survived by his daughters, Natasha (Deke) Leck, Hanna Fanning; grandson, Kolton Leck; former spouse, Dixie Fanning. A Memorial is with the Amedisys Foundation, 250 W Douglas Ave #110, Wichita, KS 67202.
Terance Edward Gillham
Oct 14, 2017
Haysville - Gillham, Terry E.
69, passed away Saturday, October 14, 2017.
Visitation: Wednesday, October 18, 2017, from 1:00 pm to 8:00 pm with the family to receive friends from 6-7 and Funeral Service: 2:00 pm, Thursday, October 19, 2017, both at Smith Mortuary, Haysville.
He was preceded in...
Ron Marx
Oct 13, 2017
Ronald Von, “Ron” Marx, age 56, passed away October 13, 2017. Ron served in the U.S. Navy for 15yrs. He is survived by his wife, Melodie; children, Michael Von, Christopher Ray, Aleia Nicole, Rebekah Lynn; 5 grandchildren; mother, Sharon; sister, Michele Richardson. Ron is preceded in death by his father Richard. Visitation 1-8pm, family greeting 6-8pm Friday evening at...
Joyce Schroeder
Oct 13, 2017
Joyce Schroeder, age 77, of Douglass, passed away Friday, October 13, 2017. Joyce was a loving mother and grandmother. She will be deeply missed by her family, along with her large diverse group of friends, whom she held dear. Joyce is preceded in death by her husband, Ralph; son, James Birch; parents, Porter and Lurline Stolling; siblings, Vera Raper,...
Candy Reeves
Oct 11, 2017
Candace “Candy” L. Reeves, age 66, passed away October 11, 2017.
Candy enjoyed helping others in her nursing career. She was an avid gambler, bingo player, and she will be greatly missed by many.
Candy is survived by her father, Carl; siblings, Carla (Brad) Rhodes, Mitchell ( Libby) Cain, Sean (Julie)...
Dwight Lee Green
Oct 10, 2017
Green, Dwight Lee, 72, passed away Tuesday, October 10, 2017.
Visitation 2 to 7 pm, with family present 2 to 4, Sunday, October 15; funeral service 10:00 am, Monday, October 16, both at Smith Family Mortuary, 1415 N. Rock Rd., Derby. Interment to follow at Hillcrest Cemetery, 10102 E 95th St. S., Derby.
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Daryl Keith Bright
Oct 8, 2017
Daryl Keith Bright, 67, Baker Heating and Air warehouse manager, lost his courageous battle with Leukemia on Sunday, October 8, 2017. Daryl was an avid baseball fan and loved his St. Louis Cardinals. He cherished his many memorable fishing trips with his father and brother. His loving sister, Karen, was by his side throughout his journey. Preceding him in...
M. Wayne Schulze
Oct 8, 2017
M. Wayne Schulze, age 87, of Wichita, retired farmer, rancher and entrepreneur, passed away Sunday, October 8, 2017. No visitation. A memorial service will be held at 10 am Thursday, October 12, First Christian Church of Douglass. Inurnment will follow at Douglass Cemetery. Wayne is preceded in death by his parents, Herman and Ethel Schulze; his son, Jeff; grandson,...
Michael John Mchenry
Oct 8, 2017
Belle Plaine - McHenry, Michael John, 57, passed away Sunday, October 8, 2017.
Visitation: Friday, October 13, 2017, from 1:00 pm to 8:00 pm with the family to receive friends from 6-8, and Funeral Service: 1:00 pm, Saturday, October 14, 2017, both at Smith Mortuary, Derby.
He was preceded in death...
Janet Kay Mccarty
Oct 7, 2017
ROSE HILL - McCarty, Janet Kay
Age 59, former project manager and service coordinator, earned her wings Saturday, October 7, 2017, while surrounded by her family. No visitation. Memorial services 1 pm Wednesday, October 11, Southwest Community Church, 3214 S. Edwards, Wichita. Janet is preceded in death by her parents, Bill and Irma Wagoner. Survivors include her...
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