Obituaries

Sep 9, 2015

Louise was 93 years old when she passed to Eternal Memory on September 9, 2015 after a long illness. She devoted her life to her children and grandchildren. Was well known for her cooking and cakes. She is survived by her 5 children: Mary Ann Khoury, Jadallah Wolf Jr. and Joseph Charles Wolf all of Wichita; Julia Pauline Lockwood...

Sep 7, 2015

Darleen JoAnn Kelly, age 82, retired Clerk, US Post Office, passed away Monday, September 7, 2015. Visitation 1-8 PM Friday, September 11, with family receiving friends 5-7 PM, Smith Mortuary, 1415 N. Rock Rd., Derby. Rosary 10:30 AM Saturday, September 12, followed by Mass of Christian Burial at 11 AM, St. Mary Faith Center, 2300 E. Meadowlark, Derby. JoAnn...

Sep 6, 2015

Sep 6, 2015

Lilly Sue (Humbolt)Turner, was born February 20, 1954 in Wichita, Kansas and was called back to the Lord’s presence on September 6, 2015. Her parents were Clifford Ivan Humbolt and Vera Pearl (Barker) Humbolt. Both parents and her brother, Howard Humbolt, precede her in death. Lilly grew up on the family farm northeast of Mulvane. Her father was born...

Sep 5, 2015

Douglas Jay Carie,age 69, of Sedan, passed away Saturday, September 5, 2015. No visitation. Memorial service 10 AM Saturday, September 19, 2015, Smith Mortuary, 1415 N. Rock Rd., Derby. Douglas is preceded in death by his parents, P.T. & Dorothy June Carie; brothers, Dennis and David; and a nephew, Jason Carie. Survivors include his sister, Shirley Breth (Tim), of...

Sep 5, 2015

Douglas Jay Carie, age 69, passed away Saturday, September 5, 2015. No visitation. Memorial service 10 AM Saturday, September 19, 2015, Smith Mortuary, 1415 N. Rock Rd., Derby. Douglas is preceded in death by his parents, P.T. & Dorothy June Carie; brothers, Dennis and David; and a nephew, Jason Carie. Survivors include his sister, Shirley Breth (Tim), of Wichita;...

Sep 4, 2015

Janene Wilson, 51, died September 4, 2015. Memorial service will be 10 am Friday, September 11, 2015, at Smith Mortuary Chapel, 501 SE Louis Blvd, Mulvane. Preceded in death by her son, Derrick Wilson and her father, J.R. King. Survivors: husband, Richard Wilson; children Patrick and Taylor Wilson; mother, Fannie King; siblings, Joel, Dennis, and Ronnie King. Memorial contributions...

Sep 4, 2015

Zwak, Everdean “Dean”, 82, passed away Friday, September 4, 2015. She was born July 31, 1933 in Rock Valley, IA to Meas and Grace (Meerbeek) Van Beek. Dean was a very religious person who cared for people and enjoyed helping. She is survived by her children, Harlow (Susan) Zwak, Glenda Merkwann, Ricky Zwak, and David (Dana) Zwak; 6 grandchildren;...

Sep 3, 2015

Hayes, Anita S., 91, beloved mother, grandmother, and great grandmother passed away peacefully on Thursday, September 3, 2015 surrounded by her famiy. She was a longtime member of the Rose Hill United Methodist Church, where she was active in various activities. Preceded in death by her loving husband of 50 years, Henry "Lee" and her sister Mary Simmons. Survivors:...

Sep 2, 2015

Mary Elizabeth Coccetella, 85 of Derby KS, joined her loving husband Albert Sr. her son Mark Coccetella, her parents, sister, and brothers in heaven September 2, 2015. Mary is survived by her children Albert (Gayla) Coccetella Jr. of Derby; Andrea (Jim) Jacobs of Wichita; Anita (Jeffery) Harris of Derby; grandchildren Christina (Matt) Hess of Pittsburg, KS; Kevin (Loretta) Coccetella...

Sep 2, 2015

David H. Novikoff Sr., 67, retired machinist, was welcomed into Heaven Wednesday, September 2, 2015. There will be a visitation 12-2 p.m., Friday, September 4; funeral service to follow at 2:00, both at Smith Family Mortuary, 1415 N. Rock Rd., Derby. David was a loving husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, as well as a huge fan of Derby High...

Sep 2, 2015

Hartke, Yvonna, 99, passed away Wednesday, September 2, 2015. She was born December 29, 1915 in Glencoe, OK to Walter and Nora Mae (Powell) Anderson. Yvonna was a Wichita East High School graduate. She lived in many places and loved them all. She was preceded in death by her husband, Max Edward Hartke; and son, Ronald W. Jones. Yvonna...

Sep 2, 2015

George Herdt, 75, died September 2, 2015 at his home in Derby. He was born February 16, 1940 in Valley Falls, Kansas to John and Tabea (Steinert)Herdt. George was a pool installer. He is survived by his children, Kim Shrauner (Rick), Greg Herdt, Christ Herdt (Cyndi), Jody Myers (Mattison).11 grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren. Memorial service will be 10:00 am...

Sep 1, 2015

Helen L. Hastings, 87, passed away September 1, 2015. Vistiation 1-8pm, Tuesday, September 8, family present 4-8pm at Smith Mortuary- Derby, 1415 N. Rock Road. Funeral service will be held 10am Monday, September 14th at the 47th St. Church of Christ, 601 West 47th Street South, Wichita, KS 67217. She is preceded in death by her parents, John and...

Aug 29, 2015

Haysville- Cox, Alice "Pearl"

85, homemaker, died August 29, 2015. Viewing: 2-8pm today, Smith Mortuary, 7031 S. Broadway, Haysville, with the family greeting friends 6-8pm. Funeral service: 10am Tuesday, September 1, 2015, also at the mortuary. Survivors: children, Mary Gillespie of Wichita, Judy Carrell (Dwight) of Wichita, Gary Cox (Paula) of Fall River, Shari Cox of Wichita,...

Aug 29, 2015

Anita Busher, 75 passed on, surrounded by her family August 29, 2015. Visitation 1-5pm Wednesday, at Smith Mortuary-Mulvane, 501 S.E. Louis Blvd. Mulvane. Recitation of the Rosary 7pm Wednesday, Funeral Mass 2:00pm Thursday, September 3, both at St. Michael’s Catholic Church, 525 E. Main St. Mulvane. Anita is preceded in death by her parents, Manny and Laura Blubaugh; husband,...

Aug 28, 2015

Rosemarie K. Bloomgren, born November 25, 1932 in Bremen, Germany, went to be with her Lord and friend Jesus on Friday, August 28, 2015. Rosemarie was a fine and devoted wife and mother. She had the gift of hospitality. She shared her love of Jesus with family, the lost, and the down trodden. Rosemarie became a naturalized citizen of...

Aug 27, 2015

Michael Dean "Mike" Terry, age 63, retired brick mason and long time Haysville resident, passed away Thursday, August 27, 2015. Visitation 1-8 PM Tuesday, September 1, with family receiving friends 5-7 PM, Funeral Service 10 AM Wednesday, September 2, both at Smith Mortuary, 7031 S. Broadway, Haysville. Survivors include his son, Shane Terry (Mindy), of Cheney; daughter, Nicki Terry,...

Aug 27, 2015

Alma Butterfield, 85, passed away Thursday, August 27, 2015. She was a homemaker and a devoted and loving mother. Visitation 1-8pm Monday, family present 5-7pm at Smith Mortuary, 1415 N. Rock Road. Derby. Graveside service 11am Tuesday, Sept. 1st at El Paso Cemetery, 700 E. Kay St. Derby. Alma is preceded in death by her parents, Chester and Winifred...

Aug 27, 2015

Larry D. Harris, 49, carpenter, died August 27, 2015. Survivors: parents, James and Donna Harris; brother, Jimmy Harris; daughter, Whitney P. Harris; 3 grandchildren, all of Wichita; grandparents, Bithel and Christeen Price of Hinton, OK; beloved pet, Pepper Jack. He is preceded in death by grandparents, Fred and Carrie Harris; cousin, Rick Sandoval. Viewing: 2-8pm Sunday, August 30, Culbertson-Smith...