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Derby, Wichita, Haysville, and Mulvane, KS Obituaries

Kaylinda N. (Elkins) Zimmerman

Kaylinda N. (Elkins) Zimmerman

Aug 7, 2023

Kaylinda Nicole (Elkins) Zimmerman, 34, died Monday, August 7, 2023. She was born September 29, 1988 in Savannah, Georgia.

She was a 2007 graduate of Derby High School. She graduated from WATC in 2013, as an LPN. After marrying Travis Zimmerman, Kaylinda became a stay at home mom. She was dearly loved and will be...

Irene V Adkins

Irene V Adkins

Aug 7, 2023

Mulvane - Irene Virginia Adkins 87, Died Monday, August 7, 2023. She was born June 26th, 1936 to Elwood and Wilma Elliott in Altoona, Kansas.

Irene graduated from Oswego High School in 1954. She married the love of her life on June 27th, 1954. The family moved to Mulvane in 1964. She worked at numerous...

Charlotte M. Monahan

Charlotte M. Monahan

Aug 7, 2023

Haysville- Monahan, Charlotte M. (Oertle) passed away surrounded by her family at 88 on August 7, 2023. She was born to Harvey and Evelyn (Smith) Oertle during the Great Depression on August 27, 1934, in Cherokee County, Kansas. This time greatly influenced her life's value of hard work, and she retired after 30 years of working at Racon/Elf Atochem....

Gregory Krueger

Gregory Krueger

Aug 4, 2023

Derby-Gregory Krueger, 73, Died, Friday, August 4th, 2023 at Wesley Medical Center. He was born October 30, 1949 to Roger and Doris Krueger in Wichita, KS.

He enjoyed golfing, reading, and spending time with his family and grandchildren.

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He was preceded in death by his parents, Roger and Doris Krueger,...

Joyce E. Muth-Martin

Joyce E. Muth-Martin

Aug 3, 2023

Joyce Muth-Martin was born July 30, 1945 in Lyons, Kansas, the daughter of James Earl and Virginia Catherine (Werther) Foster. She passed away August 3, 2023 at her home in Wichita.

Funeral Services will be Tuesday August 8, 2023, 1:00 pm, with visitation beginning at 11:00 am, at Smith Family Mortuary, 1415 North Rock Rd.,...

Billie Jean Ramsey

Billie Jean Ramsey

Aug 2, 2023

Beloved wife, mother and grandmother Billie Jean Ramsey, 77, passed away at home on August 2, 2023. Billie was born August 2, 1946, to William and Delphine Deskins in Arkansas City, Kansas. She met Frank Ramsey while attending East High School in Wichita, Kansas. The couple was married in 1964 and she remained in love with Frank for the...

Linda Voth

Linda Voth

Aug 1, 2023

Linda Kay Voth, a beloved resident of Derby, Kansas, passed away peacefully on August 1, 2023, surrounded by her loving family and friends. She was 71 years old.

Born on July 22, 1952, to Dale and Ardellee Coons, Linda spent her entire life in Derby, leaving behind a legacy of kindness and compassion....

Richard H. Dewey

Richard H. Dewey

Aug 1, 2023

In Loving Memory of Richard Harry Dewey

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of a decorated veteran of the United States Marine Corps, a committed public servant, and an extraordinary man. He passed away on Tuesday, August 1, 2023 at the age of 79.

Born on March...

Donald "Don" R. Blake

Donald "Don" R. Blake

Jul 29, 2023

Donald Roneil Blake was born to Homer and Bertha Blake September 22, 1929, in Watson Oklahoma.

THE EARLY YEARS

Dad enjoyed many adventures growing up including camping fishing, hunting, shooting guns, riding horses and swimming in the strip pits. He loved his parents and he loved life.

At the...

Marlene M. Bowman

Marlene M. Bowman

Jul 28, 2023

Bel Aire - Bowman, Marlene M. "Frog Lady", 76, died Friday, July 28, 2023.

Memorial Service: 2:00 pm, Saturday, August 5, 2023, at Smith Mortuary, Derby.

Marlene is survived by her Husband, Gary Bowman; Children, Becky Hundley (David) and Michael Bowman; Grandchildren, Benjamin Hundley (Elizabeth) and Margaret Hundley; Great Grandchildren, Emerson...

Lyn Ellen Baldwin

Lyn Ellen Baldwin

Jul 28, 2023

Lyn Ellen Crabtree Baldwin, loving mother, nana and friend, passed away unexpectedly on Friday, July 28, 2023, in Wichita, Kansas.

Lyn was born October 12, 1945 to Eugene and Alice Mae (Hester) Crabtree in Wichita, Kansas. She graduated from Southeast High School in 1963, and shortly after graduation went to work at St. Francis Hospital...

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...

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