Obituaries

Jul 9, 2016

Robert “Bob” Jarry, 72, passed away Saturday, July 9, 2016. He was born September 13, 1943 to Gerard and Violet (Seamans) Jarry in Wichita, KS. He was preceded in death by his parents; and sisters, Patricia Jarry and Jana Wickham. Bob is survived by his children, Michelle (Kendall) Hershberger and Joseph (Cara) Jarry; grandchildren, Matthew (Summer) Steffen, Zackary Steffen,...

Jul 8, 2016

A. Elaine Layton, 90, loving mother and grandmother, passed away Friday, July 8, 2016 surrounded by her family. She was born June 26, 1926 to William and Mary (Scovel) Ingmire in Tyro, KS. Elaine owned Derby Floral for over 50 years. She was a past president of the Greater Wichita Florists’ Association. She was a Derby Grand Marshall and...

Jul 7, 2016

Bonnie Marie Krehbiel, age 75, of Wichita, retired YMCA cook, passed away Friday, July 7, 2016. No visitation. Graveside service 10 AM Thursday, Hillside Cemetery, Sedgwick, KS. Bonnie was born March 25, 1941 to Blane & Edna Berry of Valley Center. They preceded her in death. Survivors include her husband, Herbert; brother, Ron Berry (Betty), of Wichita; sister, Susan...

Jul 6, 2016

Duane left on a fishing trip this July 6th with his Father. He left behind his beloved wife Darlene and his greatest regret on leaving this Earth is not being able to play golf with Andy. Duane was born in Delphos, KS on 9/21/1934 to Ray and Julia Gates. He is survived by his wife; sons, Steve (Tammie), Rod...

Jul 5, 2016

Dery, John, 84, retired Doctor of Optometry, passed away Tuesday, July 5, 2016. Memorial service Saturday, July 16, at Douglas Avenue Assembly of God, 4501 W. Douglas, Wichita. John was a veteran of the United States Army, and devoted member of the church. He was preceded in death by his parents, Gustaf and Bula Dery. Survived by his wife...

Jul 4, 2016

Theresa Mary McCoy, age 77, passed away July 4, 2016. Terry was born in Hastings, England and married the love of her life Daniel in 1963, who was in the US Airforce. She is survived by her daughters, Beverly (Sean) Martin, Debbie (Jeff) McCoy-Smith; grandchildren, Haley, Mackenzie, Kurtis, Brent; loving extended family. Theresa is preceded in death by her...

Jul 3, 2016

Gerald F. Wilson, age 86, of Mulvane, retired Boeing Company employee, retired Cessna employee and former Beechcraft employee, passed away Sunday, July 3, 2016. Visitation 1-8 PM Thursday, July 7, with family receiving friends 5-7 PM, funeral service 10 AM Friday, July 8, both at Smith Mortuary, 501 SE Louis Blvd., Mulvane. Jerry is preceded in death by his...

Jul 1, 2016

Vivian Fleming, 93, beloved Professor of Voice and Music Education at Friends University, died July 1, 2016. Vivian served Friends University for 38 years, first teaching in the non-college division of voice for fourteen years. Later, she instructed voice students full time in the college credit division. Prior to her tenure at Friends University, Vivian served as a graduate...

Jun 30, 2016

Jeffery A. Gorden died unexpectedly on June 30, 2016 in Wichita, Kansas at the age of 48. Jeff is survived by his parents, Jess and Jeannie Gorden of Lake City, IA; children, Jobi Gorden of Lake City, IA, Caleb Gorden, Jessica Gorden and Zach Gorden, all of Wichita, KS; siblings, Kim Shugar (Jeff) of Sioux City, IA, Scott Gorden...

Jun 30, 2016

Patricia "Trish" Palmer was born Oct. 31, 1963. She died June 30, 2016 at the age of 52. Survivors: mother, Naomi Palmer; husband, Darrell Johnson; daughter, Sharla Rose; grandson, Gibson Rose; sister, Kim Rose; brother-in-law, Dale Rose; mother-in-law, Norma Johnson; 12 nieces and nephews; multiple great-nieces and nephews. She is preceded in death by her father, Fred Palmer; brother,...

Jun 30, 2016

David D. "Dave" Decker, 45, electrician and longtime IBEW LU 271 member, died June 30, 2016. Dave was a loving family man who enjoyed fishing, hunting and racing. Survivors include his wife, Cannice; daughters, Bailey, Allie and Jessi; mother, Carol Decker; siblings, Debi Hutchinson, Diane Goebel. He is preceded in death by his father, Denny Decker. Celebration of Life...

Jun 29, 2016

Roy Ellis Sissel, age 95, retired oil well pumper, went to be with his Lord and Savior, Wednesday, June 29, 2016. Visitation with family 6-8 PM Tuesday, July 5, 2016, Park Place Ministry Center, 4800 W. Maple, Wichita. Roy was born January 29, 1921 at Hugoton, KS, to Frank and Dorothy Sissel. He married Leona Cowan, March 15, 1942,...

Jun 28, 2016

Gerald Glenn Zimmerman, age 53, of Derby, broadcasting and sports industry, account executive, passed away Tuesday, June 28, 2016. Visitation 1-8 PM Friday, July 8, with family receiving friends 5-7 PM, at Smith Mortuary, 1415 N. Rock Road, Derby. Funeral service 2 PM Saturday, July 9, Cross Way Church of Derby, 421 N. Westview, Derby. Gerry is preceded in...

Jun 28, 2016

Brewer, Keaton Mackenzie,

age 29, passed away Tuesday, June 28, 2016. Keaton is a 2005 graduate of Derby High School where he was an active member of DECA and Student Council. He went on to receive his Bachelor’s from Kansas State University and his Master’s in Public Policy from American University. While attending K-State he was a...

Jun 27, 2016

Daryl Wayne Lentz, 48, passed away June 27, 2016. He was preceded in death by parents, Virginia and Tom Lentz. Survived by sister Sandee Savage, Elmendorf, TX; Aunt Vickie Scarbrough, Tampa, FL, and Uncle Allen (Nancy) Winter, Mulvane, KS. Graveside service 10 a.m. Friday, July 22, at Mulvane Cemetery.

Jun 26, 2016

PECK- Kent, Donald Leon, 75, passed away Sunday, June 26, 2016. Graveside service 10 a.m. Saturday, July 2, at Waco Cemetery. Don was a horse trainer and competitor. He was preceded in death by his parents, Herbert Carpenter and Beulah Kent, and six brothers. Survived by brother Herbert Carpenter and sister Dorothy Light, and several nieces and nephews.

Jun 25, 2016

Donna L. Smith, 72, passed away on Saturday, June 25, 2016. Visitation 1-8pm, family greeting 5-7pm Wednesday June 29, at Smith Mortuary-Derby, 1415 N. Rock Road. Funeral 9:00 AM Thursday, at Woodlawn United Methodist Church, 431 S. Woodlawn in Derby. She is proceded in death by her parents, Donald and Katherine Delagrange; husband, Dave; brother, Dennis Delagrange. Donna is...

Jun 24, 2016

Kaison Ray Johnson, 10 months, passed away June 24, 2016. Visitation 1-8 Tuesday, June 28, 2016 and Funeral 3pm Wednesday, June 29, 2016 at Smith Mortuary, Derby. He was preceded in death by three great-grandparents. Survivors: parents, Bryan and Heather Johnson; brothers, Caden and Bentlee Johnson; grandparents, Cris Adams (Liyan Chen), Donna Townsend (Ralph), Lori Dill (Tim) and Roy...

Jun 24, 2016

Michael Dean Banning, age 62, former Wescon employee, passed away Friday, June 24, 2016. Private family services will be held at a later date. Mike is preceded in death by his parents, Clyde and Robbie Banning. Survivors include his brother, Bill Banning (Luann) of Derby; sister, Susan Davis (Mike) of Belle Plaine; nephew, Ben; and nieces, Heather and Megan....

Jun 24, 2016

Fred Riddle, 50, passed away Friday, June 24, 2016. He was born September 18, 1965 to Charles and Barbara (Rutz) Riddle in Glasgow, MT. Fred owned his own autobody shop and had a passion for creating custom cars. He was a huge Dallas Cowboys fan. Nothing put a smile on Fred’s face like his grandchildren. He was preceded in...