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Derby, Wichita, Haysville, and Mulvane, KS Obituaries

Warren H. Cox

Warren H. Cox

Jun 12, 2014

Cox, Warren H. “Hank”, 84, rejoined the love of his life on Thursday, June 12, 2014. He was born February 23, 1930 to James and Jessie (Barnett) Cox in Wichita, KS. He was preceded in death by his parents; wife of 38 years, Norma Rae Cox; and brothers, J.D. Cox, Arthur Cox, and Dwayne Cox. Hank is survived by...

Robert Glen Brincefield

Robert Glen Brincefield

Jun 12, 2014

Brincefield, Robert G. “Bob Brint,” 84, passed away Thursday, June 12, 2014. Visitation 1-8 p.m. Sunday, at Smith Family Mortuary, 1415 N. Rock Rd., Derby. Funeral service 2 p.m. Monday, at Derby Church of the Nazarene, 840 N. Woodlawn. In 1961, he moved his family from Ft. Wayne, Indiana to live his dream as owner/manager of Brint’s Diner until...

Shawn Troy Wilson

Shawn Troy Wilson

Jun 11, 2014

Wilson, Shawn Troy, 44, passed away Wednesday, June 11, 2014. He was born June 25, 1969 in Winfield, KS. Shawn worked at Spirit Aerosystems as an electrician. He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Noble and Betty Wilson. Shawn is survived by his wife, Molly Harris-Wilson; children, Bradley Pool and Emily Harris-Cline; grandchildren, Roxie Mae Schulke and Shailynn...

Loree I. Lowry

Loree I. Lowry

Jun 10, 2014

Loree Irene Lowry, 82, passed away Tuesday, June 10, 2014. Per her request, there will be no visitation. Funeral service 10 a.m. Friday, June 13, at Culbertson-Smith Motuary, 115 S. Seneca. Loree was preceded in death by husband Lloyd, two sisters, one brother and one grandson. Survived by son Eric and his wife Donna, four grandchildren, and nine great-grandchildren....

Max Dewayne Anderson

Max Dewayne Anderson

Jun 8, 2014

Anderson, Max DeWayne, age 66, loving husband and father, passed away Sunday, June 8, 2014. He was born December 23, 1947 to Walt and Dorothy Mae (Farr) Anderson in Wichita, KS. Max served in the Army during Vietnam and spent time in Germany, Australia, and Vietnam. He retired from Learjet after 41 years of service as CNC Machinist. Max...

James Jobob Throckmorton

James Jobob Throckmorton

Jun 6, 2014

James "Joe" Throckmorton, 55, Boeing/Spirit Crane Operator, died Friday, June 6, 2014. Survivors include his wife, Sherril; mother, Norma Beat; daughters, Christa Throckmorton, Megan Throckmorton; son, Jason Kuhn; siblings, Mike Throckmorton, Pat Throckmorton, Miranda Rohlin; all of Wichita; grandchildren, Destiny, Shay, Cally, Jessie, James, Waylon, Jared, Sydnee. He is preceded in death by his father William and brother Mark....

David F. Pritchett

David F. Pritchett

Jun 5, 2014

David F. Pritchett, 65, died June 5, 2014. He is preceded in death by his daughters, Davina and Denise. Survivors: mother, Nancy Perry; children, Jeanette Pritchett, Tammy Phillips, Laverne Phillips, David Pritchett, Conrad Sweetwater, Summer Pritchett. Viewing: 2-8pm Sunday, Culbertson-Smith Mortuary, 115 S. Seneca. Rosary: 9:30am Monday, June 9, 2014 with Funeral Mass at 10:00am at Church of the...

Everett Dean Weakley

Everett Dean Weakley

Jun 2, 2014

Everett Dean Weakley, Sr., 82, self-employed high pressure washer, died Monday, June 2, 2014. He is preceded in death by his parents and 3 sisters. Survivors: wife Doris; children, Diana Weakley, Everett Dean Weakley, Jr. (Kim), Jim Weakley (Annette), Cheryl Shive (Gavin), Melissa Baker (Matthew), Michelle Calvert (Andrew); sister, Kay Feyh of Cheyenne Wells, CO; brother, Elvin Weakley (Thelma)...

Zachary Thomas Turkle

Zachary Thomas Turkle

May 31, 2014

Turkle, Zachary Thomas, 19, passed into the arms of Jesus, Saturday, May 31, 2014. Funeral service 10 a.m. Thursday, June 5, at Antioch Christian Church, 3741 W. 15th St. Zachary is survived by his parents, Tom and Sue Turkle, and other relatives Kris Turkle and Steve and Phyllis Turkle, as well as many aunts, uncles, cousins and friends. Memorials...

Alice Brannan

Alice Brannan

May 31, 2014

Alice Brannan, age 67, passed away May 31, 2014. Family gathering and visitation 1-4 p.m. Thursday, June 5, 2014 at Hilyard-Smith Funeral Home, 507 South Maple, Douglass. She is preceded in death by her parents, Floyd and Elsie Webster. Alice is survived by her husband, Bobby; children, Vicki (Jack) Frost, Kimberly (Jason) Swart, Mike Owens, Kayla Brannan; Step-children, Kevin...

Jim D. Wells

Jim D. Wells

May 29, 2014

Jim was born April 22, 1936 in Burden, Kansas and lived in many towns throughout the state. His family settled in Ellinwood, Kansas, where he graduated from high school. He was a natural athlete, which led to his receiving a KU Football scholarship in 1954.

He married his high school sweetheart, Carol Sue Herold, and...

William . Vanderhoff

William . Vanderhoff

May 27, 2014

William “Bill” Vanderhoff, 77, passed away Tuesday, May 27, 2014. He was born March 10, 1937 to William and Gertrude (O’Neal) Vanderhoff in Wichita, KS. Bill spent his life as a farmer and dairy farmer. He was a lifelong resident of southwest Wichita. Bill was an active member at Bethel Life Center. He touched many lives with his generosity...

Randy Dean Crowley

Randy Dean Crowley

May 27, 2014

Crowley, Randy Dean, 52, passed away Tuesday, May 27, 2014. He was born December 16, 1961 to Donald and Lura (Varner) Crowley in Gravette, AR. Randy was a longtime member of the Sons Of The American Legion and volunteered his time as a color guard and cook. He enjoyed gardening. Randy loved music and worked as a roadie for...

Cecil R Barnes

Cecil R Barnes

May 27, 2014

Cecil R. Barnes, 76, passed away Tuesday, May 27, 2014. He was born August 15, 1937, to Wilbur and Eva Mae (Frans) Barnes in Winfield, KS. He worked as a farmer, and Border Collie breeder. He was preceded in death by his parents; and sister, Karen Edwards. Cecil is survived by his children, Kyle Barnes, Carey (Tamra) Barnes, and...

David A Gahman

David A Gahman

May 26, 2014

David A. Gahman was born August 12, 1929 and went to be with Our Lord, May 26, 2014, leaving his wife Connie; daughters Debbie and Ann; three grandchildren: Stacy, Amy, Andrew; twelve great-grandchildren; one great-great-grandson. David was preceded in death by his son Stephen. Memorial service: 10 a.m. Friday, May 30, 2014 at Metropolitan Baptist Church, 525 W. Douglas...

Gary V. Fortner

Gary V. Fortner

May 23, 2014

Gary Fortner, 53, former aircraft sheet metal mechanic, died May 23, 2014. Gary is survived by his son, Benjamin; brother, Robert and wife Lori of Tulsa; nephews, Nathan and Aaron. His parents, William and Betty Lou Fortner precede him in death. Memorial service: 1pm, Wednesday, May 28, 2014, Smith Mortuary, 1415 N. Rock Rd., Derby.

Evelyn Fullmer

Evelyn Fullmer

May 22, 2014

Evelyn Fullmer, age 97, of Derby, homemaker, passed away Thursday, May 22, 2014 at Westview Manor in Derby. She was born February 7, 1917 in Hillsboro, KS to Ben C. and Eva (Foth) Janzen. She married Virgil Arnold Fullmer June 8, 1941 at Hillsboro. Evelyn is preceded in death by her husband and 5 brothers. Survivors include her daughters...

Elizabeth Ann Pearson

Elizabeth Ann Pearson

May 19, 2014

Elizabeth “Liz” Ann Pearson, 47, former Gorilla Sanctuary project manager, passed away Saturday, May 17, 2014. Liz is survived by her parents, Jack & Bernice Pearson, of Wichita; and a sister, Kathy Boyle (Martin), of New Zealand. A Celebration of Life gathering will be held on Tuesday, May 27, 2014 at 2pm at Tanganyika Wildlife Park, 183rd St North...

Donald R. Streeter

Donald R. Streeter

May 18, 2014

Donald Robert Streeter, 77, loving husband, father and friend went to be with the Lord on May 18, 2014. Don was born Sept. 26, 1936, in Dodge City, and married his beloved wife Joan R. Streeter, Sept. 28, 1978. Don retired from the Wichita Eagle. Funeral 10 a.m. Friday, May 23, 2014, at Praise Assembly, 1125 S. Rock Road,...

Jerrald Wayne Boden

Jerrald Wayne Boden

May 16, 2014

Jerrald “Jerry” Boden 61, left this earthly kingdom to live in the heavenly kingdom with his Lord & Savior Jesus Christ on Friday, May 16, 2014. Visitation Tuesday 1-8pm, family greet 5-7pm at Smith Mortuary, Derby. Funeral 10am Wednesday, May 21, 2014 at Mulvane United Methodist Church, 107 S. Central Ave, Mulvane. He is survived by his parents, Jack...

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