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Derby, Wichita, Haysville, and Mulvane, KS Obituaries

Diane Jeffries

Diane Jeffries

Jul 28, 2023

Diane Cazel Jeffries, 91, died July 28, 2023. .

A celebration of her life has been held.

She was preceded in death by her two brothers, William Edward Cazel and Ronald Edward Cazel.

Diane is survived by her sister, Nancy Cazel Anderton (Pete); nephew, Ronald Jay Cazel...

Daniel Lee Hayes

Daniel Lee Hayes

Jul 28, 2023

In loving memory of Daniel L. Hayes, who passed away suddenly on July 28, 2023. Daniel was a bright light who found joy in music, art, motorcycles, and comic books.

As a beloved son, brother, grandson, nephew, cousin and uncle, he brought love and warmth to his family. He is survived by his parents Michael and Jane...

Michael Edward Walker

Michael Edward Walker

Jul 27, 2023

Wichita - Walker, Michael Edward

68, passed away Thursday, July 27th, 2023. He was born August 30th, 1954 to Herbert Walker and Cleo Champ Walker in Wichita, Kansas.

Michael was a man of many talents. He will be greatly missed.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Herbert...

Melinda Lou Fultz

Melinda Lou Fultz

Jul 27, 2023

Melinda Lou Fultz passed away peacefully Thursday, July 27, 2023, at Wesley Medical Center in Wichita after an eight-year battle with ovarian cancer. She was 70. Graveside services are planned for 10:00 am Friday, September 15, 2023, at the El Paso Cemetery in Derby, Kansas

Born in Wichita on July 6, 1953, Melinda grew up...

Curtis "Curt" White

Curtis "Curt" White

Jul 26, 2023

Curtis Justin White, 66, of Derby Kansas, passed away July 26, 2023.

Memorial service will be held at 11:00 Wednesday, August 2nd, at Woodlawn United Methodist Church of Derby.

Curt was born to Bob and Harriet White on August 15, 1956. He graduated from Derby High School class of 74’. He continued to college at...

Debra Kay Monk

Debra Kay Monk

Jul 26, 2023

Derby - Monk, Debra Kay

67, passed away Wednesday, July 26, 2023. She was born February 21,1956 to Arnold and Hester (Glessner) Engstrom in Wichita, Kansas. She was one of 6 children; Carlene, Alan, Rexene, Lana and Tina. Debra had extensive family ties on both parents’ sides with many in the Junction City area, which was a...

Natalie A. Hill

Natalie A. Hill

Jul 26, 2023

Hill, Natalie Ann, 90, passed away Wednesday, July 26th, 2023. She was born July 13th, 1933 to John and Sophia Unruh, in Newton, Kansas.

She is preceded in death by her husband, Ray; daughter, Jackie Blaise; sister, Betty Friesen and parents. Survivors include her children, John (Danece) Hill, Julie Songer, Jerry (Schelly) Hill, Randy (Brittani)...

Byron Jay Bradley

Byron Jay Bradley

Jul 26, 2023

Byron Jay "BJ" Bradley of Wichita, Kansas died Wednesday, July 26, 2023 peacefully at his home after a long and brave battle with illness.

Visitation: 6 to 8 p.m., Wednesday, August 2nd at Culbertson-Smith Mortuary, 115 S. Seneca, Wichita, Kansas 67213. Recitation of the Rosary 9:30 am, Thursday, August 3, 2023 at St. Elizabeth Ann...

Diana Lea (Taggart) Conner

Diana Lea (Taggart) Conner

Jul 25, 2023

Diana Lea Conner (Diana Lea Taggart) went to be with the Lord July 25, 2023 at the age of 80. She grew up here in Wichita, KS. During the summers she lifeguarded at the Indian Hills and Joyland pools. Diana became skilled as a florist at Muellers Flowers. Graduated with a teaching degree at WSU. Her passion of flowers...

Clifford Raymond Lindsey

Clifford Raymond Lindsey

Jul 22, 2023

Lindsey, Clifford Raymond, 93, died Saturday, July 22, 2023 in Derby, Kansas. He was born January 2nd, 1930 to John V. and Jessie (Colwell) Lindsey in Pampa, Texas. Clifford married Mary Anne Hunter on May 20, 1956 and remained happily married until her death on March 3, 2021.

Clifford served in the Army Signal Corps...

Brian Bergman

Brian Bergman

Jul 22, 2023

We are sad to announce the passing of Brian Lewis Bergman of Newton Ks.

He died at the age of 72 on July 22, 2023 at Saint Francis Hospital in Wichita, Ks. A private memorial is to be held in Newton, Ks. for immediate family, friends and co-workers.

Shannon E Newhouse

Shannon E Newhouse

Jul 20, 2023

Shannon Newhouse passed away July 20, 2023 at her home in Belle Plaine, Kansas.

Shannon was a wonderful person. She had a big heart. She did not have an easy life, being a women and in the military but she was so proud of serving her country and she fulfilled her duty and never complained....

Brennan Raney

Brennan Raney

Jul 19, 2023

Brennan Raney, 38, of Wichita, Kansas, died Wednesday, July 19, 2023.

After a long fight battle with Brain Cancer, Brennan went home to meet his Heavenly Father. Just like he dealt with all experiences in life, he managed his illness with his faith, prayer, and gratitude and wanted to spend as much time with his...

Carol  Wood

Carol Wood

Jul 18, 2023

Carol Ann Wood, 84, entered eternal rest on July 18, surrounded by family. Carol was born August 9, 1938 in Weatherford, OK to Ernest and Minnie Crain. She grew up in Orange County, CA where eventually she met, and married Kenneth (Ken) Wood of Garden Grove, CA. They married in 1958 and enjoyed 53 years together. Ken and Carol...

Glen Wallace Boutz

Glen Wallace Boutz

Jul 18, 2023

Glen Wallace Boutz was born on October 15, 1937, in Decatur County, KS. He was the 12th of 13 children born to his parents Albert and Theresa Boutz. Glen was raised on farms in Decatur County and rural Belleville, KS. He graduated from Agenda High School in 1955 and then enlisted in the Navy where he served for 4...

Kailyn Denae Stump

Kailyn Denae Stump

Jul 18, 2023

Kailyn Denae Stump was born October 17th, 1997 in Wichita, Kansas. She passed away July 18th, 2023. Kailyn grew up in Mulvane, Kansas where she was active in softball and volleyball. As an adult she move to Wichita, Kansas where she met her love, Adam Coronado. Kailyn also found love in creating artwork, listening to music and attending concerts,...

Leigh Bristor

Leigh Bristor

Jul 18, 2023

Leigh Edward Bristor of Belle Plaine, KS passed away on Tuesday, July 18th at home. Leigh was born August 10, 1942 in Fairbury, Nebraska, the 4th of 8 children, to Elnora Leigh and Harvey Bristor.

Leigh met Carol Lucetta Davis on memorial weekend in 1966, after Leigh decided to tag along with his Beechcraft friend...

Tex Gough

Tex Gough

Jul 17, 2023

Robert Tex Gough, 73 years old from Derby, Kansas was born September 16, 1949 in Tulsa, Oklahoma, and passed away July 17, 2023 in Wichita, Kansas.

Tex was raised by Nash and Lindell Gough along with his two sisters, Cherry and Peggy.

He was a member of the Army for 3...

Ceilee Rivera

Ceilee Rivera

Jul 15, 2023

Ceilee Dawn Prestien-Rivera was born July 29, 1982, to Scott and Teresa Prestien in Medicine Lodge, Kansas.

On Saturday, July 15, 2023, Ceilee Dawn Rivera, loving wife and mother was welcomed into the arms of Jesus at the age of 40.

Funeral service will be 3:00 pm, Thursday, July 20, 2023...

Carissa Lee Clift

Carissa Lee Clift

Jul 15, 2023

Carissa Lee Clift of Clearwater, Kansas (43) said "See you later" to family and friends suddenly, on Saturday July 15, 2023.

Carissa was born July 24, 1979 at Hill Air Force Base in Utah.

In 2006 Carissa graduated from Hesston College with a degree in nursing. Carissa worked in a variety of fields...

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