Obituaries

Mar 13, 2017

On March 13, 2017, Ronnie G. Carpenter (age 70) went ahead into our heavenly home to await his family. Ronnie was preceded in death by his parents, Riley and Wanda (Dooling) Carpenter, his brother, Lonnie Carpenter, his sisters Aleta Carpenter and six angel grandbabies. Ronnie is survived by his wife, Glenda Carpenter, children: Michael Carpenter (companion Misty Bass), April...

Mar 13, 2017

John Benjamin Head, Jr., 66, went to be with the Lord Monday, March 13, 2017. Visitation 1-4 Friday, at Culbertson-Smith Mortuary, 115 S. Seneca; rosary 6 p.m. Friday, and funeral mass 10 a.m. Saturday, both at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic Church, 645 N. 119th St. W. John spent 33 years in management at Bombardier Learjet before becoming a...

Mar 13, 2017

Brad Lee Pace, age 57, of Wichita, retired Spirit Account Manager, FH Kaysing Company, passed away Monday, March 13, 2017. No visitation. A casual celebration of Brad's life will be held 1:00 PM Saturday, March 18, at Villa Luna, 8406 W. Central. Brad is preceded in death by his father, William Dale Pace; brothers, Craig Alan Pace and Mitchell...

Mar 13, 2017

Sandra Wilbeck, 74, passed away Monday, March 13, 2017. She was born November 21, 1942 in Wichita, KS. She was preceded in death by her parents, Marlon and Freda (Cartwright) Wilbeck; and sister, Carolyn Richards. Sandra is survived by her uncles, Phillip Cartwright; Jerry Cartwright and his wife, Mary; numerous cousins, Starkey family, and friends. Visitation: Thursday, 6 to...

Mar 10, 2017

Roberta B. Kimble, 91, retired City Clerk of Mulvane, died March 10, 2017. Survivors: children, Linda Jackson (Bob), Judy Scott, Joyce McCain (Chuck), Bobby Kimble (Sher); siblings, John Booth, Kay Turkle (Jim); 10 grandchildren; 7 great-grandchildren. She is preceded in death by her husband, John; parents, Roy and Dora Booth. Viewing: 3-8pm Monday, Smith Mortuary, 501 SE Louis Blvd.,...

Mar 9, 2017

Glenda Louise (Keeney) Freitag, age 63, of Fall River, retired Registered Nurse, passed away Thursday, March 9, 2017. No visitation. Private services will be held. Glenda is preceded in death by her parents, Billy and Ruth Keeney; and her sister, Billie Trent. Survivors include her son, Tim "T.J." Keeney, of Wichita; brother, Greg Keeney (Jennifer), of Columbus, OH; sister,...

Mar 9, 2017

Margaret Beryle (Little) Polk, age 92, of Emporia, formerly of Douglass, retired legal secretary at Foulston-Siefkin, passed away Thursday, March 9, 2017. Visitation 1-8 PM Wednesday, March 15, with family receiving friends 5-7 PM, Hilyard-Smith Funeral Home, 507 South Maple, Douglass. Graveside service 2 PM Thursday, March 16, Douglass Cemetery. Margaret is preceded in death by her parents, William...

Mar 8, 2017

Barbara Kay "Bobbi" Coke. age 69, of Belle Plaine, loving wife, mother and grandmother, passed away Wednesday, March 8, 2017. No visitation. Funeral service 1 PM Monday, March 13, 2017, First Baptist Church,1020 N. Second, Mulvane. Barbara is preceded in death by her parents, Glenn and Shirley Gardner; and a brother, Johnnie Gardner. Survivors include her husband of 51...

Mar 8, 2017

Derek J. Varner, 26, died March 8, 2017. Survivors include his parents, Russell and Lucille Varner of Belle Plaine; brothers, Adam Varner (Caitlin) of Wellington, Wesley Varner of Wichita, Matt Varner of Dodge City, Cody Varner of Belle Plaine; grandparents, Coralee Budke of Beloit, Clyde Varner of Clearwater. He is preceded in death by his grandparents, Albert Budke and...

Mar 8, 2017

Holmes, Marlaine (Palmer), 79, devoted wife, loving mother and grandmother, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, March 8, 2017. She was born November 10, 1937 in Smith Center, KS to Arlie and Lola (Maydew) Palmer. She married Jim Holmes on December 31, 1962 in Smith Center. Her work as a nurse for many years was one of her most fulfilling...

Mar 7, 2017

Fred Eldon Adams, 68 years old, died Tuesday, March 7, 2017 at home in Wichita following a one year battle with cancer.

He is survived by his one brother and three sisters, four sons Glen, Terry, Jesse, and Dustin, many grand children and great grandchildren, his nephew Dennis, his girlfriend Teresa Moores and many beloved...

Mar 7, 2017

Beverly J. Murphy, born May 8, 1948, (age 68), in Amarillo TX she married husband Gerald Murphy on July 22, 1968 in Wichita KS and had four children. Her parents were Calvin and Wilma Chisholm, she passed away peacefully at home Tuesday, March 7, 2017. Her first job at Joy Land making class="widget-2d918b dmCustomWidget" data-lazy-load="false" data-title="" id="1730566511" dmle_extension="custom_extension" data-element-type="custom_extension" icon="false" surround="false" .05 hour, she worked for Cessna and...

Mar 6, 2017

Clarence Studyvin,age 89, loving husband, father, grandfather and great grandfather, World War II and Korean War Veteran passed away March 6, 2017. Visitation 1-8pm; family greeting 5-7pm Thursday, March 9th; Funeral 10AM Friday, both at Smith Mortuary-Derby, 1415 N. Rock Rd. Clarence is preceded in death by his parents, Otto and Edna Studyvin; 2 siblings, Frank Studyvin and Thelma...

Mar 6, 2017

Frances Belle Claycamp, 92, died March 6, 2017. Survivors include her children, Karren Bewley of Wichita, Don Claycamp (Brenda) of Conway Springs; siblings, John Davis of Clearwater, Oscar Davis (Margie), Peggy Steeby, all of Wichita; grandchildren, Karrie Roads (Brian), Lonnie Claycamp, Clay Bewley; 5 great-grandchildren; 6 great-great grandchildren. She is preceded in death by her husband, Elven Claycamp; parents,...

Mar 5, 2017

N. Sue "Susie", age 71, passed away March 5, 2017. Visitation: 1-8 Thursday, with the family to greet friends from 5-7 at Smith Mortuary, Derby. Inurnment 10am Monday at Kansas Veterans Cemtery and Memorial Service 1 pm Monday, March 13 at South Rock Christian Church, 900 S Rock Rd, Derby. Survivors: husband, James McGee; children, Tim McGee (Kim), Todd...

Mar 5, 2017

Kyle Scott Marker, Age 54, Apex Engineering employee, passed away Sunday, March 5, 2017. Visitation 1-8 Friday, March 10, with family receiving friends 5-7 PM, Smith Mortuary, 1415 N. Rock Rd., Derby. Funeral service 11 AM Saturday, March 11, Immanuel Baptist Church, 1415 S. Topeka, Wichita. Kyle is preceded in death by his grandparents, Maryl & Genevieve Marker. Survivors...

Mar 5, 2017

Kathy Cook, 67, passed away March 5, 2017. Memorial service will be 11am Wednesday, March 8 at Douglas Avenue Assembly of God, 4501 W. Douglas, Wichita. She was preceded in death by her parents, Gerald and Gertie Parker; and brother, Gary Parker. Survivors: husband, Bob Cook; children, John Barron (Tina), Jeannie Oke (Kolade), and Michelle Trebbe (Kerry); seven grandchildren,...

Mar 5, 2017

Brenda Georgianna McGlasson, age 52, passed away March 5, 2017. Brenda was a supportive military wife of 21 yrs, loving grandmother and friend. She is preceded in death by her parents, Ralph Haro, Betty Peterson, and Edward Amos. Brenda is survived by her husband of 33yrs, Thomas; daughter, Savanna (Jason) Waters; grandchildren, Rylie Kent Waters, and one on the...

Mar 5, 2017

Albert R. Sullivan, 95, retired Cessna employee, died March 5, 2017. Survivors include his daughter, JoAnn Drake; son, Art Sullivan; numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren. He is preceded in death by his wife, Dorothy and brothers, Charles, Arthur and Edward. Viewing: 2-8pm Thursday, March 9 with family greeting friends 6-7pm at Culbertson-Smith Mortuary, 115 S. Seneca. Funeral service: 10am Friday,...

Mar 3, 2017

Sue Kay (Maninger) Britt, 73, passed away Friday, March 3, 2017. She will be remembered as a legendary mother, wife and friend. Sue was passionate about her faith and very involved in her church and BSF (Bible Study Fellowship). Many were touched by her kindness and love. Visitation 3-8 p.m., Tuesday, at Smith Family Mortuary, 1415 N. Rock Rd.,...