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Derby, Wichita, Haysville, and Mulvane, KS Obituaries

John Napier

John Napier

Jun 21, 2023

Haysville - Napier, John F., 62, died Wednesday, June 21, 2023.

Visitation: Sunday, June 25, 2023, from 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm and Memorial Service: 10:00 am, Monday, June 26, 2023, both at Smith Mortuary, 7031 S. Broadway Haysville.

He was preceded in death by his father, Kenneth Napier.

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Daniel Allen Wells

Daniel Allen Wells

Jun 20, 2023

In Loving Memory of Daniel A. Wells

Jan. 18, 1961-June 20, 2023

Dan was born in Ft. Sill, Oklahoma to Carl E. & Carolyn S. Wells. He was preceded in death by both parents and sister-in-law, Donna Wells; niece,Autumn Bohannon; nephew, Tyson Wells; and nephew, Dalton Jackson.

He is survived by brother, Carl...

Charles E. Hebert

Charles E. Hebert

Jun 19, 2023

Wichita - Hebert, Charles Edward “Charlie” 88, passed away Monday, June 19th, 2023. He was born October 20th, 1934 to Emile and Alice (Dionne) Hebert in Springfield, Massachusetts. Charlie joined the Army as soon as he could sign up and served about 3 years. He then joined the Air Force where he served a total of 20 years, retiring...

Lucille Lucini

Lucille Lucini

Jun 19, 2023

Lucille Ann Lucini (Turner), 70, of Wichita, KS passed away Monday, June 26, 2023, surrounded by her family and friends. She was born on June 1, 1953, in Okmulgee, OK, to parents Harvey Turner and Ann Turner (Carlson). Lucille was the first of four siblings; Melissa Gasper (Turner), Matt Turner, and John Turner. Lucille was married to Greg Lucini....

Judith Carol Collins

Judith Carol Collins

Jun 19, 2023

Judy was born on January 13, 1952, and passed away on June 19, 2023, at her home near Derby, Kansas surrounded by her family. She was born in Garden City, Kansas to Robert E. and Ruth (Sharp) West.

Judy grew up on a family farm in southeast Lane County. She joined the First Christian Church at Dighton...

Robert G. Hightower

Robert G. Hightower

Jun 19, 2023

Hightower, Robert Glenn, 98, of Mulvane, Kansas, passed away Monday, June 19th, 2023. He was born November 27th, 1924 to James and Hattie Hightower, in Coffeyville, Kansas. He was a World War II Navy veteran and retired project manager for the Boeing Co.

Preceded in death by his wife, Doris, parents and siblings. He is...

Billy Powell

Billy Powell

Jun 17, 2023

Wichita - Powell, Billy, 69, passed away Saturday, June 17, 2023.

Visitation: Thursday, June 22, 2023, from 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm and Funeral Service: 1:00 pm, Friday, June 23, 2023, both at Smith Family Mortuary Chapel, 1415 N. Rock Rd, Derby. Burial to follow at Waco Cemetery.

He was preceded...

Mary A. Rivera

Mary A. Rivera

Jun 16, 2023

Mulvane - Rivera, Mary Anne "Pat", 93, died Friday June 16th, 2023 at Maria Court assisted living in Mulvane, KS. She was born March 15, 1930, the daughter of Wendell and Virginia Sutherland in Ottawa, KS. Mary was the oldest of 7 children. She attended school in Labette County Kansas and graduated from Labette County Community High School in...

Dean Ray Branson

Dean Ray Branson

Jun 15, 2023

We are sad to announce the passing of “A Good Man.”

Dean R. Branson Age 87 Born 1-28-1936 Passed 6-15-2023

Services have not been set at this time, however it will be a small graveside ceremony in Belle Plaine, KS with close friends and family.

John Paul Thompson

John Paul Thompson

Jun 15, 2023

John Paul Thompson, 85, loving husband, father, and grandfather, passed away Thursday, June 15, 2023, in Wichita, Kansas. He was born May 16, 1938, in Pampa, Texas. On November 27, 1965, John married Deanne Fae Cox. Together they raised four daughters, Carrie, Lisa, Martha, and Denise.

After graduating high school, in Ponca City, Oklahoma, John...

Allen C. Carlile

Allen C. Carlile

Jun 14, 2023

Wichita – Carlile, Allen Curtis 71, passed away Wednesday June 14, 2023 at his home with his daughters by his side. Allen was born August 5, 1951 in Kingman, Kansas. He worked in the aircraft industry as a welder most of his career. After leaving the aircraft industry he became an independent contractor and was sought out by many...

Lt. Col Paul E. Muehring Usaf (Ret)

Lt. Col Paul E. Muehring Usaf (Ret)

Jun 13, 2023

Paul E. Muehring, Lieutenant Colonel, USAF (Ret)

At age 78, Paul E Muehring passed away on June 13, 2023 at Mill Pond Senior Residences in Ankeny, Iowa.

Paul was born in Hannibal Missouri on July 21, 1944 to John and Helen Muehring. His parents preceded him in death. A sister Loretta Louise and brother Richard...

Ronald Jack Julius

Ronald Jack Julius

Jun 13, 2023

78, passed away Tuesday, June 13, 2023. He was born March 22, 1945 to Clarence Carl Julius and Marie Emma Sieker in St. Louis, Missouri.

Ronald enlisted in the Army in 1963 and was awarded the Vietnam Service Medal and National Defense Service Medal. Ronald was a retired electrical engineer from Boeing and Professional Engineering...

Vickie A Smith

Vickie A Smith

Jun 11, 2023

Vickie Ann Smith, 71, of Mulvane, KS passed away on June 11, 2023 after battling dementia. Vickie was born January 22, 1952 to Lynell and Delores Murell in Hayti, MO. She grew up in Portageville, MO. She met Roger Smith, Sr. and married in 1969 in Portageville, MO. They moved and she graduated in Kanakee, Ill, in 1970. They...

Sandra Gibson

Sandra Gibson

Jun 11, 2023

Wichita, KS. – Sandra Elaine Huffman (Gibson) 70, Born December 19, 1952, in Springfield, Missouri the daughter of Melton and Nancy JoAnn (Wright) Huffman passed peacefully in her home surrounded by close family Sunday June 11, 2023.

The sweetest yet most stubborn woman you could ever meet. Gifted with a heart of gold and a...

Duane Mikesell

Duane Mikesell

Jun 10, 2023

Derby - Mikesell, Duane Eugene 74, passed away Saturday, June 10th, 2023. He was born July 17th, 1948 to James and Lucille (Nelson) Mikesell in Salina, KS.

Duane was a loving husband, father, grandfather, brother & friend, he was a computer programmer for Boeing for many years and an Amateur Radio operator/enthusiasts.

He was preceded...

Samuel D. Bangle

Samuel D. Bangle

Jun 9, 2023

Samuel D Bangle passed away on Friday, June 9 2023. Sam was born on August 29, 1952 in Norton, Ks.

He was preceded in death by his parents Phillip Bangle and Ila Louise Bangle.

He is survived by his wife LaDonna Bangle and their children Elizabeth, Ila, Lisa and Darren; sisters...

Marilynn Weierich

Marilynn Weierich

Jun 9, 2023

Marilynn Jane Weierich, 83, of Derby, entered into God’s kingdom on June 9, 2023. She was born March 15, 1940 in Johnson City, New York, to Gladys (Carley) and Howard Ward. Marilynn, the most loving and devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and great grandmother, is survived by her husband, Larry; sons, Scott (Jane) of Derby and Mark (Lisa) of West...

Val Joyce Mae Adams

Val Joyce Mae Adams

Jun 7, 2023

Val Joyce Mae Adams, 86, went to be with her Lord Jesus Christ on June 7, 2023. She grew up in Winfield, Kansas.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Olen and Agnes Howe; her husband Bill Adams; and grandson Brandon Henderson. She is lovingly remember by her three children Robert (Candy) Adams, Teresa...

Mary Louise Glamann

Mary Louise Glamann

Jun 4, 2023

Mary Louise Glamann passed away on June 4, 2023, at her home in Copperstone Apartments, Derby, Kansas.

Mary is survived by her only living child, son Daryl Gene Glamann Jr. (wife Tum) of Derby; four grandchildren – Brian Glamann (wife Erin) of Wichita, Sara Cravens (husband Chris) of Wichita, Michael Glamann (wife Alexandria) of Parker, Co., and...

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