Obituaries

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...

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.

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....

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...

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...

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...

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,...

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...

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...

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...

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...

Jul 13, 2023

89, passed away Thursday, July 13, 2023. She was born at her family home, on February 9, 1934 to Leslie and Joyce (Newman) Roe in Cambridge, England.

As a child, Shirley and her family survived many challenges, including the Battle of Britain during WWII. Shirley left the U.K. and became a military bride. Shirley had...

Jul 13, 2023

Belle Plaine - Wilkerson, Linda L Wilkerson 83, died Thursday, July 13th, 2023. She was born October 12th, 1939 in Tulsa, Oklahoma, the daughter of Fred and Adelle (Ferguson) Sullivan.

She married Jimmie G Wilkerson May 5th 1956 and had four children, whom she devoted her life to.

She attended Council...

Jul 11, 2023

Lloyd Malone Swor, passed away on July 11, 2023, at St. Francis Medical Center in Monroe, Louisiana attended by sons and wife. Lloyd is survived by wife, Nancy Swor; his sons, Marshall Swor of Tampa, Florida and Loren Swor of Duncan, Oklahoma; three grandchildren by Loren; his three stepdaughters, Michele King, Margie Hendricks, and Sarah Alexander; and twelve grandchildren...

Jul 10, 2023

Derby - Shook, Sherry June

75, passed away Monday, July 10, 2023. She was born January 30, 1948 to Alma Pauline (Woods) and Ervin Lester Sharp in Hobart, Oklahoma.

Sherry graduated from Hobart High School in 1966 and attended Washington St. Baptist Church.

She married Eugene Michael Nemeth in...

Jul 8, 2023

Elizabeth Louise Ragland, passed away quietly on July 8, 2023 in her home. Louise was born June 30, 1925 to John Luther Riley and Mabel Louise Robison Riley, in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. Louise was one of three children by this union.

Louise married Ersel Riggs August 1, 1942 in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. Ersel and Louise had one...

Jul 8, 2023

Mary G. Deardorff, 90, died Saturday, July 8th.

Mary was preceded in death by parents Howard and Molly Wells; husband Alan; brothers Robert and Richard. Survivors daughters Darlene (Leon) Hicks, Mulvane, Marilyn (Bill) Cruce, Tucson, Arizona, and son Alan Jr., Tucson, Arizona; 13 grandchildren, 23 great grandchildren; 1 great, great grandson.

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Jul 4, 2023

Carolyn K. (Ouderkirk) VanderGiesen passed away suddenly and unexpectedly in the early morning hours of July 4th, 2023, at Rock Regional Medical Center in Derby, Kansas in the presence of her son. At the time of her passing, Carolyn VanderGiesen was 75 years old and had been married to her husband, Dennis for 55 years.

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Jul 4, 2023

Rebecca D. Hollaway

Becky Hollaway died in her home surrounded by family on Tuesday, July 4th, 2023. She was born February 7th, 1957 in Concordia,Kansas. She married Rich Hollaway on September 20th, 1980 and had two children, Brandy born 1984 and Caleb born 1990. My mother is survived by her husband of 43 years, Rich Hollaway; her...

Jul 3, 2023

Mulvane - Phillips, Marlene Detta, 82, died Monday, July 3, 2023.

A private family service will be held.

Marlene is survived by her husband of 63 years, Galen Phillips; four children, Amy, Sarah, Nathan, William, and their families.

She and Galen lived in Mulvane since 1970 until...