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Derby, Wichita, Haysville, and Mulvane, KS Obituaries

Dennis Lee Tillemans

Dennis Lee Tillemans

Jan 16, 2018

Dennis Lee Tillemans passed away Tuesday, January 16, 2018 at St. Francis Regional Hospital with his family by his side. He was born November 1, 1956 in Wichita, Kansas to Paul E. and Rosa R. Tillemans.

Preceding Dennis in death was his father, Paul. Survived by his mother, Rosa, loving wife, Debra L (Ross) Tillemans,...

Glenda Godown

Glenda Godown

Jan 16, 2018

DERBY - Godown, Glenda Jo

75, passed away Tuesday, January 16, 2018. She was born May 11, 1942 in Wichita, KS. Glenda graduated from Emporia State University. She retired from USD 260 after a 50 year career as an elementary teacher. Glenda enjoyed reading, gardening, cooking for her family, and spending time with her friends. She was...

Bob Starr

Bob Starr

Jan 14, 2018

Derby - Starr, Robert G. "Bob", 87, born March 17, 1930, passed away January 14, 2018 surrounded by his wife and children. Born to Elmer and Ida (Lyons) Starr and the youngest of five children. Robert married Maggie Scribner in 1955 in Wichita, KS and have two children, Linda and Robby. Bob was born and raised in Derby, Kansas...

Mattison Eve Futhey

Mattison Eve Futhey

Jan 14, 2018

Anthony - Futhey Mattison Eve, a beloved, beautiful and most loving person anyone could have ever known was released into heaven way too soon, January 14, 2018. She will be truly missed but never ever forgotten by anyone that was blessed to have truly known her.

Memorial service 10 am, Wednesday, January 24, at Rose...

Anna Allene Crain

Anna Allene Crain

Jan 14, 2018

A. Allene (Duncan) Crain, 94, died January 14, 2018. She married Donald Crain in 1942 and was a faithful wife to him. He preceded her in death in 2006. Allene was a wonderful cook and devoted homemaker She was a loving grandmother and made every one of them feel special. Allene had a strong faith and was a member...

Debbi Adams

Debbi Adams

Jan 14, 2018

Derby - Adams, Debbi, 59, passed away Sunday, January 14th, 2018. She was born November 9th, 1958 to Glenn Ripper and Edith Ripper in Garden City, Kansas. Debbi held being a member of the Wichita Air Capitol American Legion, post 401 dear to her heart. She was an integral part of it's getting it operational. She was preceded in...

Douglas Lee Baber

Douglas Lee Baber

Jan 14, 2018

Andover - Baber, Douglas Lee

62, passed away Sunday, January 14, 2018.

Celebration of Life: 10:30 am, Saturday, January 20, 2018 at The Venue at Madison Avenue Central Park, 512 E Madison Ave Derby, KS 67037.

He was preceded in death by his father - Bill Baber.

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Fern Denney Nivens

Fern Denney Nivens

Jan 12, 2018

Fern Nivens was a strong willed lady. Family was really important to her. She enjoyed family Sunday lunches and holiday get together. The family reunions were always large filling up the park in Springfield, Missouri. Fern enjoyed watching all the kids participate in sports and band. As her parents aged, she would visit them every weekend. On Memorial Day,...

Jerry Dale Gean

Jerry Dale Gean

Jan 12, 2018

Jerry Dale Gean , age 66, of Mulvane, retired Technical Illustrator at Beech Aircraft, passed away Friday, January 12, 2018. Visitation 1-8 pm Monday, January 15, with family receiving friends 5-7 pm Smith Mortuary, 1415 N. Rock Rd., Derby. Funeral service 3 pm Tuesday, Woodlawn United Methodist Church, 431 S Woodlawn Blvd, Derby. Interment will follow at El Paso...

Catherine Reeves

Catherine Reeves

Jan 11, 2018

Catherine Reeves, 82, retired Boeing Electrical Assembler, died January 11, 2018. She is survived by her husband, Dean; children, Cathy Pickett, Cynthia Howell, Ricky Reeves, Chris Reeves; sister, Jean Davis; 11 grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren. Viewing: 3-8pm Monday. Funeral service: 10am Tuesday, both at Smith Mortuary, 1415 N. Rock Rd., Derby. Graveside service: 3pm Tuesday, Kanopolis (KS) Cemetery. View tribute...

Clarence D. Fitzwater

Clarence D. Fitzwater

Jan 11, 2018

Clarence D. Fitzwater, 85, passed away Thursday, January 11, 2018 in Donna, TX. He was born February 21, 1932 to George and Mary (Thomas) Fitzwater in Argonia, KS. Clarence retired from the Aircraft Manufacturing Industry after working at Cessna and Boeing. He and Avola worked at El Dorado Lake for more than 25 years where they enjoyed teaching visitors...

William Leslie Sloan

William Leslie Sloan

Jan 11, 2018

William Leslie Sloan, age 85, of Belle Plaine, retired Beech Aircraft employee, passed away Thursday, January 11, 2018. Visitation 1-8 pm Monday, January 15, with family receiving friends 5-7 pm, Smith Mortuary, 1415 N. Rock Rd., Derby. Funeral service 2 pm Tuesday, January 16, West Side Freewill Baptist Church, 3310 W MacArthur Rd, Wichita. Bill is preceded in death...

Minnie Marie Humbolt

Minnie Marie Humbolt

Jan 10, 2018

Mulvane - Humbolt, Minnie Marie,

83, passed away Wednesday, January 10, 2018.

Visitation 2-6 pm, Sunday, January 14; funeral service 2:00 pm, Monday, January 15, both at Smith Mortuary, Derby 1415 North Rock Rd., Derby.

She was preceded in death by her husband Lloyd Humbolt; daughter Connie, parents Reas...

Randy Howard

Randy Howard

Jan 10, 2018

Wichita - Howard, Jesse Rand

76, passed away Wednesday, January 10, 2018.

Visitation: Sunday, January 14th, 2018, from 2:00 pm to 8:00 pm at Smith Mortuary, Derby. Funeral Service: 1:00 pm, Monday, January 15th, 2018 at Westview Baptist Church.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Jessie and...

Asive Edward Reid "Pappy"

Asive Edward Reid "Pappy"

Jan 9, 2018

UDALL - Asive Edward "Pappy" Reid, age 76, retired Boeing Company tool and die maker and former Rock Island Rail Road switchman, passed away Tuesday, January 9, 2018. Visitation 1-8 pm Monday, January 15, with family greeting friends 5-7 pm, Funeral Service 1 pm Tuesday, January 16, both at Smith Mortuary, 7031 S. Broadway, Haysville. Asive is preceded in...

Orlan Dean Stevens

Orlan Dean Stevens

Jan 9, 2018

UDALL, KS - Stevens, Orlan Dean

A beloved Husband, Brother, Father, Grandfather, and Great Grandfather, 72, passed away January 9, 2018. He was born July 13, 1946 to Orland J and BonnaDean (Jefferies) Stevens in Cherokee, OK.

Dean graduated from East High School 1964 where he lettered in football, baseball, and track &...

Ticia Mae White

Ticia Mae White

Jan 9, 2018

Ticia Mae White (Watkins), age 40, Certified Medication Aide, passed away Tuesday, January 9, 2018.

Visitation 1-8 pm Sunday, January 14, with family receiving friends 5-7 pm, Smith Mortuary, 1415 N. Rock Rd., Derby. Funeral service 10 am Monday, January 15, Life Church, 7070 SW 60th St, Augusta. Graveside service 12:00 Noon, Richland Cemetery, Douglass.

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Delmar Clyde Blackmore

Delmar Clyde Blackmore

Jan 9, 2018

Blackmore, Delmar "Del" C. 76, passed away peacefully in his sleep on January 9, 2018. He is survived by his wife, Rosetta; son, Delmar E. Blackmore and his wife Rebecca; grandson, Zachary Blackmore. Visitation with family 5-8pm today, Thursday,January 11, 2018 at Culbertson-Smith Mortuary, 115 S. Seneca. Private graveside services will be held. Memorials to charity of your choice....

Wayne Allen Lewis

Wayne Allen Lewis

Jan 9, 2018

Mulvane - Lewis, Wayne Allen

73, passed away Tuesday, January 9, 2018.

Visitation: Friday, January 12, 2018, from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm and Memorial Service: 10:00 am, Saturday, January 13, 2018, both at Smith Mortuary, Mulvane 501 SE Louis Blvd Mulvane, Kansas 67110.

He was preceded in death...

Lyndel Vance Fritzler

Lyndel Vance Fritzler

Jan 8, 2018

Lyndel “Lyn” V. Fritzler, 70, retired business owner, died Monday, January 8, 2018. He was born June 14, 1947 in Moreland, Oklahoma to Leon and Lola Fritzler. Lyn is preceded in death by his father, Leon. Survivors include his wife, Chris; son, Todd Fritzler of Alexandria, VA; mother, Lola Fritzler of Derby; siblings, Jane Casullo (Tom Maffei), Randy Fritzler...

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