Nancy Elizabeth Wells
Jan 10, 2017
Nancy E. Wells, 56, went to be with her Lord on January 10, 2017. She was retired from Boeing after 17 years of service. Nancy had a very kind and generous spirit. In 1997, she traveled to Israel with her mother and was re-baptized in the River Jordan, a very fond memory. Survivors include her children, Sarah Hastings (Justin)...
James Roger Fahrbach
Jan 9, 2017
James R. Fahrbach, age 63, Spirit Aerosystems employee, passed away Monday, January 9, 2017. Visitation 1-8 pm Wednesday, January 11, with family receiving friends 5-7 PM, Smith Mortuary, 1415 N. Rock Rd., Derby. Funeral Mass 2 PM Thursday, St. Mary Catholic Church, 2300 E. Meadowlark, Derby. James is preceded in death by his brother, Wayne Fahrbach, Jr. Survivors include...
Michael David Cullinane
Jan 8, 2017
Michael D. Cullinane, age 61, our beloved father, son, brother & papa was called home to be with the Lord on Jan 8, 2017. Mike lived his life to the fullest & enjoyed making those around him laugh! He loved spending time with his most prized possession his family & friends. Recitation of the Rosary 4pm Friday, January 13th...
Milly Valdois
Jan 8, 2017
Milly "Dee" Valdois, age 85 passed away January 8, 2017. Funeral service 1pm Wednesday, January 11th at Smith Mortuary – Haysville, 7031 S. Broadway. She is preceded in death by her parents, Jacob and Roxie Burdue; husband, Gene Valdois; son, Clifford. Dee is survived by her children, Karen (Charles) Fennell, Russell (Marsha) Valdois, Kevin Valdois; 5 grandchildren; 8 great-grandchildren;...
Florine H. Drew
Jan 8, 2017
Florine "Flo" H. Drew, was born November 14, 1927 on the family farm in Greenville, Illinois. She passed away January 8, 2017 at the age of 89. She taught in a 1 room schoolhouse for a few years. She met the love of her life, Major Earl Drew, while employed with civil service in St. Louis. Earl was retired...
Merle Alton Fry
Jan 7, 2017
Fry, Merle Alton, 90, passed away January 7, 2017. He was born in Letts Iowa to Emma Lecrethia Westbrook and Frank Grant Fry. In his early years the family moved to Muscatine, Iowa. Merle was the youngest of thirteen children; four girls and nine boys.
He served in the Navy in WWII. He saw action in the...
Jones
Jan 6, 2017
Dorothy Pauline Strauhs passed away on January 6, 2017 at her home in Douglass, Kansas. She was born June 19, 1927 in Madison, Kansas and died at the age of 89. Dorothy worked hard as a homemaker for most of her life and she also worked for several years as a waitress and then daycare provider.
Throughout...
Billy Lee Evans
Jan 5, 2017
Billy Lee Evans, 72, passed away Thursday, January 5, 2017, at home with his family by his side. Memorial service 10 a.m. Tuesday, January 10, at Smith Mortuary, 7031 S. Broadway, Haysville. Bill was a car enthusiast that loved drag races and car shows. He is survived by his wife, Sharon; sons Bryan Evans and Robbie Evans; grandchildren Kayla...
Emerson Lyle Moore
Jan 5, 2017
Emerson Lyle Moore, Jr, 83, died January 5, 2017. He was born October 18, 1933 in Hutchinson, Kansas to Emerson Lyle and Mary Elizabeth Moore. Survivors include his daughter, Teresa Moore; son, Timothy Moore; grandson, Travis Moore; fourteen nieces and nephews; and beloved dog, Binji. He is preceded in death by his wife of 61 years, Freda Moore and...
J.C. Dameron
Jan 4, 2017
J.C. Dameron, age 81, passed away January 4, 2017. A private family service will be held. He was preceded in death by his parents, Emmitt and Mary Kate Dameron; siblings, Robert Dameron and Berniece Ray. Survivors: wife, Thelma Dameron; children, Kathy Easley (Steve), John Dameron (Teresa), Patty Ward (Scott), Paula Luick (Wayne); eight grandchildren; two great grandchildren; brothers, Phil...
Omer Marion Smith
Jan 4, 2017
Omer M. Smith 94, Omer M. Smith is now in the loving arms of the Lord. On January 4, 2017 Omer felt the peace that passes all understanding. He was always a loving and faithful husband to Margie, his wife of 68 years. His children remember him as the best of all fathers. Omer is survived by his wife...
Lawrence Leroy Evans
Jan 3, 2017
Lawrence LeRoy Evans, age 86, passed away January 3, 2017. A veteran of the Korean War, serving in the United States Marine Corps, he achieved the rank of staff sergeant. He was a demolition instructor. A Master Plumber/HVAC, he was a member of the Plumbers and Pipe Fitters Local 441. Memorial service 4pm Friday, January 6, 2017 at Smith...
Brent Steven Dickerson
Dec 31, 2016
Brent Dickerson left Earth to begin his voyage to the final frontier on December 31, 2016. He was preceded in death by his father, Ronald Steven Dickerson; grandfathers, Ronald Dickerson and Donald Morgan; and all the saints who have gone before them. He leaves behind his wife and first officer, Laralyn; son, Liam; parents Carol and Daniel Schmidt; sister,...
Calvin Earl Kinney
Dec 31, 2016
Calvin Earl Kinney, age 89, loving husband, father, grandfather, and retired Beech Aircraft employee, passed away Saturday, December 31, 2016. Visitation 1-8 pm Friday, January 6, funeral service, 1 PM Saturday, January 7, both at Smith Mortuary, 1415 N. Rock Rd., Derby. Calvin and his wife, Iris were lifelong members of First Christian Church, now known as South Rock...
Brooke Chadd
Dec 28, 2016
Marvel Marion Pfingsten, 71, passed away December 28, 2016, in West Palm Beach, Florida. Memorial service 2 p.m., Saturday, January 21, at Smith Family Mortuary, 1415 N. Rock Rd., Derby. Marvel was a veteran of the US Air Guard and retired Deputy Commander of DCAS. Survived by wife, Dianne Pfingsten; children Shane (Dana) Pfingsten, Jamie (Danon) Vaughn, and Dallas...
Debbie Ann Lair
Dec 28, 2016
Debbie Lair, devoted wife, loving mother and grandmother, passed away Wednesday, December 28, 2016, at age 62. Visitation at Smith Mortuary - Haysville, 7031 S. Broadway on Monday l-8pm; family present 5-7pm. Funeral 2pm Tuesday, January 3rd, at First Baptist Church of Haysville, 125 S. Delos Ave. Haysville, KS 67067. Debbie is survived by her husband, Leroy; children, DeAnna...
Valgene Adin Smith
Dec 28, 2016
Valgene Adin Smith, age 89, of Haysville, retired Boeing aircraft worker, passed away December 28, 2016. Visitation 9 am to 12 noon, Friday, January 6, Smith Mortuary, 7031 S Broadway; graveside service 2 PM Friday, Greenwood Cemetery. Valgene is preceded in death by his sisters, Darlene Calvert and Benariene Sparlin. Survivors include his wife, Lila Smith (Hickman); son, Valance...
Kaylene Rose Mckenna
Dec 28, 2016
Kaylene Rose McKenna, age 70, of Towanda, passed away Wednesday, December 28, 2016. Memorial service 7 PM Saturday, December 31, Faith Community Church, 1750 N. Gow, Wichita. Survivors: best friend, Cynthia Milham; daughter, Tammy Halloran (Chris); brother, Jack Yarbrough, Jr.; grandchildren, Nichole, Adriana , Bryan, Jason and Jack Halloran, Dustin and Melissa Milham; and her nieces. In lieu of...
William F. Humphries
Dec 27, 2016
William “Bill” Humphries passed away in his home on December 27th, 2016 following a five year battle with cancer (Adenoid Cystic Carcinoma). Bill was a constant source of joy in the lives of his friends and family for 42 years. Bill brought a whole new level of intensity to everything that he did whether he was riding motorcycles, driving...
