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Derby, Wichita, Haysville, and Mulvane, KS Obituaries

Gertrude A. Sigler

Gertrude A. Sigler

Dec 25, 2024

Sigler, Gertrude Adeline, 97, of Derby, loving wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister and aunt, passed away Wednesday, December 25, 2024. Visitation with family is 5:00 to 7:00 pm Friday, January 3, 2025 at Smith Family Mortuary, 1415 N. Rock Rd., Derby. Graveside service is 11:45 am Saturday, January 4, 2025 at El Paso Cemetery followed by a 1:00 pm...

Sharon Smith

Sharon Smith

Dec 24, 2024

Smith, Sharon Jo (Shepherd), 77, of Haysville, passed away on December 24, 2024, in Wichita, Kansas.

Sharon was born in Stafford, Kansas to James and Mildred Shepherd on October 4, 1947. She married Curtis Smith on November 12, 1983.

She is preceded in death by her parents; James and Mildred Shepherd;...

Brian L. Nelson

Brian L. Nelson

Dec 22, 2024

It is with heavy hearts and profound sadness that we announce the passing of Brian Lee Nelson, who left us on December 22nd, 2024, at the age of 76. Brian is survived by his wife, Gayle; his children, Christopher (Blaire) Nelson, Jill (Kyle) Nelson, Justin (Melissa) Nelson, Lianne (Derek) Clements, and Britany (Dan) Christensen.

He...

Charlie Wade Dansby

Charlie Wade Dansby

Dec 21, 2024

Haysville - Dansby, Charles Wade

63, passed away Saturday, December 21st, 2024. He was born May 14th, 1961 to Colin Dansby and Jo An Moore in , Texas.

Charlie grew up in Texas. He even was a rodeo bull rider for a short time. He spent most of his later life working with...

Carole H. Salmon

Carole H. Salmon

Dec 21, 2024

Carole H. Salmon (Stinson) 87, passed away peacefully Saturday, December 21st, 2024, at the age of 87. She was born February 24, 1937, in Laconia, New Hampshire, to Irene and Carl Stinson. Carole was a vibrant spirit whose warmth, kindness and infectious giggle touched everyone she met.

Carole’s journey through life was marked by her...

Sandra Christian

Sandra Christian

Dec 20, 2024

Sandra Sue Christian, 81. She was born February 27th, 1943 to John and Marie Meyersick in Topeka, Kansas and passed away Friday, December 20th, 2024.

Sandra Enjoyed playing music on her guitar, gardening, quilting, reading, decorating alongside her daughter, Shauna, and studying God’s word most of all. She worked for Columbia sportswear as a seamstress...

Craig Hughes

Craig Hughes

Dec 20, 2024

Goddard - Hughes, Craig Allen

65, went to meet his Savior on Friday, December 20th, 2024. He was born June 18th, 1959 to J.D. Hughes and Venita Bell Hughes in Wichita, Kansas.

Craig loved gardening, tending to his flowers and ceramics. He worked for the Wichita Park Board, tending to the many flower...

Robert Guy Hall

Robert Guy Hall

Dec 20, 2024

Robert G. “Bob” Hall, age 90, passed away December 20, 2024. He was born January 12, 1934 to Alex and Gladys (Truex) Hall in Wichita, Kansas.

Bob graduated from Wichita East High School and attended Wichita University. Bob married Barbara Ellen Hopper on September 11, 1954 in Wichita. He worked for the Coleman Company and...

Carolyn J. Rausch

Carolyn J. Rausch

Dec 20, 2024

Derby - Rausch, Carolyn Julia

87, born in St. Louis, Missouri on May 23, 1937 passed away Friday, December 20, 2024 with her daughter and grandson, Rinae and Anthony Myers by her side. She will join her husband, Walter Joseph Rausch; father and mother, Joseph and Adriana McTaggart; sister, Rose Barton; brother, Norman McTaggart; daughter,...

Donna Durbin

Donna Durbin

Dec 18, 2024

We are deeply sad to announce the passing of Donna Jacqueline Durbin. Donna was the beloved wife of Clayton Durbin, mother of Kathleen (David) Greger, David Durbin, Daniel Durbin and Sharon (Henry) Durbin, grandmother of nine and great grandmother of eight. She was born February 28, 1938, and passed away on December 18, 2024. Donna lived her early years...

Oraleen Elizabeth Urban

Oraleen Elizabeth Urban

Dec 18, 2024

Oraleen Urban passed away on December 18, 2024 at the age of 95. She was born the daughter of Ora John and Mary Elizabeth (Larsen) Merritt on June 30, 1929 at her grandparent's home in Caldwell, Kansas and grew up in rural Grant County, Oklahoma. Oraleen was a 1947 graduate of Caldwell High School and went on to graduate...

Elsie Cooper

Elsie Cooper

Dec 17, 2024

Elsie Marie Morgan Cooper was born February 17, 1933, in rural Missouri, the youngest of four children born to Samuel, a carpenter, and Melissa, a homemaker. She was nicknamed “Mutt” by her family. While in high school, she went to the bank and acquired a loan to purchase some cows so she could make money by selling the milk....

Susan Ann Bough

Susan Ann Bough

Dec 17, 2024

Susan Ann Bjostad - Bough. Born July, 18th, 1964 to Donald and Erline Bjostad in Wichita, KS.

Susan met the love of her life Donald (Big Donald) in 1984 and was married February 5th 2002. Susan wore many hats in her life but her proudest hats were labeled momma and Nana. She loved fiercely and...

James R. Middendorp

James R. Middendorp

Dec 17, 2024

James Middendorp, 73, unexpectedly passed away on December 17, 2024. Jim (Jimmy, Big Jim, Fuzzy) called several places home during his life, including Michigan, Virginia, and Costa Rica. He was known for his dedication to his work in law enforcement and the security sector, where he made a lasting impact.

Jim honorably served his country...

Felisa Woods

Felisa Woods

Dec 17, 2024

Woods, Felisa, 69, passed away Tuesday, December 17th, 2024. She was born December 10th, 1955 to Clarance and Lois Chrisman in Wichita, Kansas.

Preceded in death by her parents and sister, Mary Chrisman. Survivors include her husband, Barney; children, Toni (Kevin) Nedeau, Adam (Kim) Hook, CJ (Kris) Hook, Ben (Jess) Fortner, Dani (Josh) Wagoner; brothers,...

Sheri Jean Sherfield

Sheri Jean Sherfield

Dec 16, 2024

Sheri Jean Sherfield, of Mulvane, died unexpectedly on Monday, December 16, 2024, at the age of 64. She was born April 23, 1960 in Wichita, KS, to the late Johnie Sherfield and Janice (Kirk) Baca. Sheri was the 2nd oldest of five children and grew up in Mulvane.

Sheri dedicated her life to serving those...

Robert M. Rhodes

Robert M. Rhodes

Dec 15, 2024

Robert Michael Rhodes, born on October 2, 1972, passed away on December 15, 2024, at the age of 52.

Robert was the beloved son of Bill and Rose Rhodes and a cherished brother of his sister, Lisa Shaw. He was a devoted father to his two children, son Avery Rhodes and daughter Aubrey Rhodes, who were the...

Judy L. Caskey

Judy L. Caskey

Dec 15, 2024

Caskey, Judy L., 74, passed away Sunday, December 15th, 2024. She was born April 21st, 1950 to Lloyd and Lois Chipman in Fowler, Kansas.

Preceded in death by her parents; sister, Jean McDaniel and brother, Billy Chipman. Survivors include her husband of 54 years, Robert "Toby"; daughter, Erin Laughlin and sister, Barbara Williams.

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Jeffrey Lynn Wilson

Jeffrey Lynn Wilson

Dec 15, 2024

Haysville - Wilson, Jeffrey Lynn

61, passed away Sunday, December 15th, 2024. He was born May 28th, 1963 in Abilene, Kansas.

Jeff was the youngest of their 3 children. He loved spending time with his older brother Rick tinkering on a project (one of the many) when he would come spend the weekend...

Mary Ellen Jones

Mary Ellen Jones

Dec 15, 2024

Our Mother, Mary Ellen, passed away Sunday, December 15, at home, surrounded by loved ones.

Mary Ellen resided in Amber Ridge Community in Derby, KS, and was born in Maple City, KS on April 27, 1929. She was the daughter of Ben Ray and Margaret (Hoback) Thomas.

Mary Ellen graduated from...

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