Daryl Lappin
Oct 7, 2026
Daryl Blaine Lappin, 78, passed away Wednesday, October 7, 2026, after a short illness.
He was born on January 3, 1948, in Logan, KS to John “Blaine” and Betty (Grieb) Lappin. On April 26, 1986, he married Joan Fisher in Hays, KS.
Daryl resided in Wichita since 1989. He worked several places, including a teller at Wichita Greyhound Park, and Goodwill Industries.
He...
Phyllis Joanne Grow
Oct 5, 2026
Phyllis J. Grow (Becker, Showalter), 97, passed away on October 5, 2026. She was born May 25, 1929, to Fred J. and Lola Mae Becker. She is the eldest of three. Phyllis was preceded in death by her husband, Clyde "Bob" Grow; both parents; son, Keith "Butch" Showalter; her brother, Fred Jr.; and her sister, Darlene.
Phyllis is survived by her...
Kenneth Guy Forfia
Oct 4, 2026
Kenneth Guy Forfia was born on February 27, 1953, in Erie, Pennsylvania, to Gesto and Evelyn Forfia. He went to be with his Lord and Savior on October 4, 2026, in Mulvane, Kansas.
Kenneth loved God his wife and golf, in that order. He was active in the Disaster Relief Team and proudly served in the Navy — Naval Aviation.
He was...
Michael D Turner
Oct 3, 2026
Turner, Michael D., 63, passed away on October 3, 2026. He was born to Vernon and Karen Turner on February 18, 1963, in Sedelia, Missouri.
He was preceded in death by his mother Karen and brother Scott.
Michael is survived by his loving wife of 35 years, Angela Turner; his father; 3 children, Michelle, Jessica, and Patrick; 7 grandchildren, and older brother...
Ida Joyce Mitchell
Oct 3, 2026
Ida Mitchell, born April 13, 1939, passed away on October 3, 2026.Ida is survived by her children, Jo Etta (Larry) hill, Gary Mitchell, Cheryl (Larry) Prothro; sister, Betty Shockley; grandson, Chris Mitchell, Nathan Prothro; great-granddaughter, Neaveh Prothro; and several nieces and nephews.Ida was preceded in death by, her parents; siblings and son, Duane Mitchell.A funeral service will be held on...
Akiko Miloni
Oct 2, 2026
Akiko MiloniAugust 7, 1935 - October 2, 2026It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Akiko Miloni, age 91, formerly of Derby, Kansas, who passed away in Conway, Arkansas.Akiko was born on August 7, 1935, in Kobe, Japan, to Ichimatsu and Kozue Hayashi.She worked for many years as an aircraft assembly worker before pursuing the passion she...
John Alan Booth
Oct 2, 2026
John Alan Booth, 98, a resident of Peck, Kansas, passed away October 2, 2026. John was born December 31, 1927 south of Waco in Sedgwick County, to LeeRoy Nelson and Dora Agnes (Williams) Booth. He was preceded in death by his parents, and his wife of 62 years, Judith June (Penner) Booth; and two sisters Roberta Kimble and Kay Turkle.
He...
Mary Eary
Oct 2, 2026
Mary Eary, 86, passed away on Friday, October 2, 2026. She was born October 9, 1939 to Carl and Affie Smith in Grand Island, Nebraska.
After retirement, she volunteered at McConnell AFB in the retiree activities office.
Preceded in death her parents; husband, Loy Wayne; son, Donald Wayne Eary. Survivors include her daughter, Lisa (Joe) Schroeder; grandchildren, Bryce (Meghan) Schroeder, Brenna (Ross)...
Joshua Randal Price
Oct 1, 2026
Joshua Randal Price "Josh", 55, of Derby, Kansas, passed away unexpectedly, leaving behind a legacy of service, dedication, and deep love for his family.
Born on Christmas Eve, December 24, 1970, Josh was a lifelong resident of Derby. For more than twenty years, he dedicated his life to protecting others as a Wichita Police Officer.
While Josh's career was important to him,...
Donald C. Mohney
Sep 30, 2026
Mohney, Donald C., 91, passed away on September 30, 2026. He was born in Guelph, Township of Wellington, Kansas on February 21, 1935, to John and Floy Mohney.
Don was an employee of Kansas Gas Service for 36 years. After retiring he worked part time delivering flowers for Dillons and also picking up parts for Wolfe Machine. Don enjoyed hunting, fishing,...
Lucretia Marie Stetler
Sep 29, 2026
Lucretia Marie Stetler, 93, Associate Professor of Music Emeritus at Morehead State University, Morehead, KY, died Tuesday September 29, 2026. Memorial Service will be held at 2:00PM on Friday, October 9th at Mulvane Methodist Church followed by graveside service, Mulvane Cemetery, Mulvane, KS.
Lucretia was born November 22, 1932 to Harold and Dorothy Crum. She grew up in Mulvane, KS. She...
Robert Steven Collins
Sep 29, 2026
Collins, Robert Steven "Steve", 70, passed away on September 29, 2026. He was born in Wichita, KS March 27, 1956, to Robert "Bob" Eugene and Bonnie Jean Collins.
He was preceded in death by his wife, Margaret "Marge" Louise Collins and his father, Bob Collins. Steve is survived by his sons, Robert Brenden and Zack Steven; his granddaughter, Brynlee Pearl;...
Ila Lavern Rogers
Sep 29, 2026
Ila Lavern Rogers Passed Sept 29, 2026. She was born November 30, 1936 in Stuart, Oklahoma.
She was preceded in death by parents, brother and son. She is survived by her husband of 72 years, Doyce Dale Rogers; daughter, Theresa Hobson; three grandkids; five great-grandkids and three great-great grand-kids with one on the way; and she was loved by everyone that...
Penelope "Penny" Higdon
Sep 28, 2026
Penelope (Penny) Higdon, 74, passed away on Monday, September 28, 2026 at her home in Derby, KS. She was born April 3, 1952 to Ralph and Alice Lewis in St. Louis, Missouri.
Penny was a dedicated and proud Chrysler UAW local 136 employee of 38 years. She enjoyed doing charity work with Juvenile Diabetes foundation and Adopt A Child. Penny...
Sharon Kay Chesmore
Sep 27, 2026
Sharon K. Chesmore, 81, passed away on September 27, 2026. She was born in December 1944 in Vallejo, California, to Stanley Monroe, Jr. and Lolarene Monroe.
Sharon's life was one of dedication, adventure, and an unwavering commitment to family and community. Having grown up in a military family, she was no stranger to change, living in 24 different places throughout her...
Dorothy Ruth Myers
Sep 26, 2026
Dorothy “Dottie” Ruth Myers, 80, passed on the 26th day of September, 2026, in Galveston, Texas. Her passing was a sorrowful blessing. She died peacefully in her sleep, without pain, while traveling—one of the things she loved most.
Dottie was born November 14, 1945, in Huntsville, Arkansas, the daughter of Sarah “Jannie” Burks. She moved to Wichita as a young child...
Robin Hull
Sep 26, 2026
Robin Kay Hull, 71, passed away on September 26, 2026 in Wichita, Kansas.
She was born June 13, 1955 in Keshena, Wisconsin, the daughter of Jerry Preston Sr. and Julia Wynos Preston. Robin was a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and cherished friend who greeted everyone with a beaming smile, a playful spirit, and a natural gift for offering a warm...
Robert Michael "Mike" Frazier
Sep 25, 2026
Robert Michael “Mike” Frazier, 76, of Wichita, Kansas, passed away at his home on September 25, 2026.
Mike was born October 24, 1949, in Jacksonville, Illinois, to Otis C. and Amelia R. Frazier. He was the oldest of five children.
Mike lived much of his life with the effects of polio, but he never allowed disability to define the boundaries of what...
Danny Joe Heasley
Sep 24, 2026
Danny Joe Heasley , age 74, peacefully passed away Thursday, September 24, 2026. He was preceded in death by his parents, Victor/Gene and Wilma (Jamison). Survivors include his loving wife of 48 years, Susan; daughter, Aimee (Ryan) Prettyman, and son, Philip (Kristin) Heasley; four grandchildren, Addison and Jackson Heasley, and Ava and Terrance Prettyman; two sisters, Vickie and Gayla; and...
Jean Pierre Nesson
Sep 24, 2026
Jean Michel Pierre Nesson was born on June 24, 1940 in Shanghai China to Jean Joseph Nesson and Vera Podbolotova and left this world due to complications from cancer and Alzheimer's dementia at 86 years of age on Thursday September 24, 2026 while in hospice care in Wichita KS at 2:08 PM.
He lived with family in Menton France until he...
