Liz Stephens
Jan 28, 2025
Elizabeth Ann Stephens passed away on January 28, 2025, at the age of 33. She was a beloved daughter, sister, aunt, and friend, known for her compassionate heart and creative spirit.
Born to Kathi Smith and Daniel Stephens, Liz grew up with a deep love for the arts and a passion for helping others. She...
Sam Eugene Dial
Jan 27, 2025
Sam Eugene Dial of Newton, Ks tragically left this world due to a car accident, January 27, 2025, at the age of 51. Sam was born in Wichita, KS on January 28, 1973 to Sharon Kristine Maples, and Dale Wayne Dial who have both preceded him in death.
While his life was cut so short,...
Shirley Kay Mackes
Jan 27, 2025
Shirley Kay Richard (Mackes) was born May 25,1940 to Gerald and Delores Richard in Holton, Kansas. The angels came for her on the 27th of January 2025 at about 7:35 in the morning as the sun was beginning to rise over the wonderful endless grasslands of Kansas. She will remain in her eternal resting place when the passing of...
Ricky W. Denton
Jan 23, 2025
Rose Hill - Denton, Ricky Wayne
It is with heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Ricky Wayne Denton, a loving husband, devoted father and cherished friend, who passed away peacefully on January 23, 2025 at the age of 67.
Ricky was born July 1,1957, to Eugene and Billie Denton in Bonne Terre,...
Debbie Brzezinski
Jan 22, 2025
Debbie C. Brzezinski, born on December 2, 1959, in St. Louis, Missouri, passed away peacefully on January 22, 2025, in Mulvane, Kansas, at the age of 65.
Debbie was preceded in death by her beloved husband of 45 years, John Brzezinski. Their enduring love story began when they were just 16 years old and remained...
Michelle Lynn Ouellette
Jan 19, 2025
Michelle Lynn Keller, 56, of Wichita, Kansas, passed away peacefully on Sunday, January 19, 2025, at Wesley Medical Center with her partner, Kate, by her side. Born on June 3, 1968, in Mt. Pleasant, Pennsylvania, Michelle was a beacon of light, love, and laughter to all who knew her.
She was the cherished daughter of...
Reicka-Louise Wehrman
Jan 19, 2025
Reicka-Louise Wehrman, 84, left her family and friends from her home in Derby, Kansas to be with Jesus on January 19, 2025.
She was born to Raymond Rueben Koehler and Kathryn Freidaricka Koehler (Elfring) on May 8, 1940 in Hastings, Nebraska. She grew up on the family farm south of Harvard, Nebraska with her younger...
John Allison Nicholas
Jan 19, 2025
John Allison Nicholas was born January 5, 1950 in Dragerton, Utah. He was raised around Boise, Idaho before moving to Henderson, Nevada around 1960. His parents were John Robert Nicholas and Barbara Baer Nicholas. John graduated from Basic High School in Henderson, NV, with the class of 1968. He came to Kansas as a student at Kansas State University....
Ronald Lee Smith
Jan 19, 2025
Ronald Lee Smith, 83, passed away January 19, 2025, finding final rest after a number of years with many health struggles. He was born December 31, 1941, to Norville Smith and Roberta Beaumont Smith at St. Francis Hospital in Wichita. They moved to a house on south Mosley when he was seven where he lived all but 10 years...
Charles Stanley Schneider
Jan 19, 2025
Charles S. (Chuck) Schneider, long-time resident of Derby KS, died on January 19, 2025, while surrounded by family, at Rushwood Senior Living Memory Care Cottage in Wichita.
Born to Stanley and Dobrilla Schneider in Granite City, IL on September 5, 1936, Chuck spent his early years in the St. Louis area, being graduated from Soldan-Blewett...
Eric Charles Menne
Jan 17, 2025
It is with great sadness that the family of Eric Charles Menne announce that Eric, 82, passed away at his home on Friday, January 17, 2025 after a heroic battle with cancer. He displayed both great courage and strength throughout his illness despite much suffering.
Eric was born on July 3, 1942 in Wichita, Kansas....
Juanita P. Mork
Jan 15, 2025
Juanita P. Mork, 86, was a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister and friend. Juanita was called home to be with her Lord on Wednesday, January 15, 2025, surrounded by the love and prayers of her family.
Juanita was born in Wichita, KS on December 30, 1938 to Harry Love and Mildred (Frizelle) Love. She...
Donald Cox
Jan 15, 2025
Donald Cox, a beloved son, brother, husband, father, uncle, and grandfather passed away peacefully on January 15, 2025, at the age of 68, surrounded by his loving family.
Donald shared 47 wonderful years of marriage with his wife, Theresa, who was his partner in life and love. Together, they built a family rooted in loyalty,...
Carol Layne Bonewell
Jan 14, 2025
Carol Layne Bonewell, 79, dearly loved family member and friend, passed away Tuesday, January 14, 2025. A celebration of life will take place at 10:30 am Friday, January 24, 2025, at Smith Mortuary in Derby. A reception will be held at the Derby Golf & Country Club immediately following the service.
Carol was born on...
Janice M. English
Jan 12, 2025
Wichita – English, Janice M., 68, Was called home Sunday, January 12, 2025. Born on June 9, 1956 to Charles (“Chuck”) Fields and Jeanne Klein Fields, Jan was born and raised in Derby, Kansas. Throughout her childhood, Jan was an active member with the Girl Scouts, 4H, and was a charter member and past worthy advisor of the Derby...
Jerry Wayne Morgan
Jan 12, 2025
Jerry Morgan, 80, passed from life life on January 12, 2025. He was born September 2, 1944 in Birmingham, Alabama, the son of James and Edna Morgan.
Jerry was an energetic person from his youth and throughout his working years. He transitioned from a young man into an accomplished Air Force Officer. He was a...
Bobby Dean Potts
Jan 11, 2025
January 11, 2025, Our Heavenly Father, called home Bob Potts to be with him after complications from stage II lung cancer. Born May 16, 1948 in LaVerne, Oklahoma, he moved to Kansas at two years old.
A retired mechanic, Bob loved to bowl, fish and disc golf. Although his real passion were birds. Mostly pigeons,...
Paul "Action" Jackson
Jan 10, 2025
Jackson, Paul "Action", 71, passed away Friday, January 10th, 2025. He was born February 18th, 1953 to Glen and Eva Jackson in Independence, Kansas.
Preceded in death by his parents; siblings, Albert, Carl, Loretta and Lorene. Survivors include is wife of almost 42 years, Jill; children, Tucker (Marie), Alix, Jamie (Jarred); siblings, Caroline, Shirley (Darrel),...
Orval "Red" Barkley, Jr.
Jan 7, 2025
Red was reunited with his wife Louise on January 7, 2025. He was a Loving Father, Grandfather and Great Grandfather. Red provided and loved his family. He was a retired Jewel Tea Salesman. Red loved playing pool, checkers and telling jokes. He is preceded in death by his wife of 70 years, Louise; parents, Daughter Karen Sons Chuck, Randy...
Stephanie Hill
Jan 6, 2025
Newton, Stephanie Lynn Hill 53, died Saturday January 4, 2025, at her residence. She was born February 6, 1971, to Stephen and Cheri Hill in Brunswick, Georgia.
She was an author of many stories on “Fan Fiction” which are still being enjoyed by many. She loved studying her Bible and attending her fellowship for services...
