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Mack D. Burnett

Mack D. Burnett

Nov 15, 2024

Mack D. Burnett, 84, passed away on Friday, November 15, 2024. Visitation will be Tuesday, November 19, 2024, 6-8pm, Broadway Mortuary, 1147 S. Broadway. Services will be held Wednesday, November 20, 2024, 1pm, Emporia Avenue Church of Christ, 1144 S. Emporia, Wichita, KS. Born September 16, 1940, in Wesley, AR to Mr. and Mrs. Sidney Mack Burnett. Mack was a...

Hildred McLain

Hildred McLain

Nov 15, 2024

It is with great sadness we announce the peaceful passing of Hildred Anne McLain on Friday, November 15, 2024 at the age of 79. Hildred was born in Hickory, North Carolina to John and Annie (née Perkins) Wilkerson.

First and foremost, Hildred cared deeply for her family and friends. She could be counted on for her love and support whenever and...

Artie Bynum

Artie Bynum

Nov 13, 2024

Artie Bynum, 94, passed away on Wednesday, November 13, 2024. A Celebration of Life Service will be held at 11:00 am, Friday, November 22, at First Pentecostal Church, 1755 E. MacArthur Rd. Artie was preceded in death by her husband, Herman Pickett, and parents, Orville and Ruby Bell. Survivors include her son, Leon Pickett; daughter, Vicky Barnes (Bob); and several...

Ira Glenn Palmer, Jr.

Ira Glenn Palmer, Jr.

Nov 11, 2024

Ira Glenn Palmer, Jr., 86, passed away on Monday, November 11, 2024. A Celebration of Life Service will be held at 11 am, Monday, November 18, at Cozine Life Events Center, 11500 E. 21st St. N. Ira was preceded in death by his parents, Ira Glenn Palmer, Sr., and Thelma Palmer; father and mother-in-law, Walt and Mary Masters; and granddaughters,...

Linda Taylor

Linda Taylor

Nov 11, 2024

Linda Marie Taylor, 73, passed away on November 11, 2024. She was born on September 19, 1951 in Blackwell, Oklahoma to Linden Havenar and Evelyn Anderson.

Linda worked for many years as a hairdresser. She was a beloved mother, grandmother, and great grandmother.

Linda is preceded in death by her husband, Earl Taylor; and parents, Linden and Evelyn. She is survived by...

Lee  Staley

Lee Staley

Nov 7, 2024

Lee Staley, a man of dedication and courage, passed away on November 7, 2024, in Wichita, Kansas. Born on March 28, 1950, in Watertown, New York, Lee lived a life marked by service, family, and a passion for the natural world.

A proud veteran of the United States Marine Corps, Lee retired with honor after many years of dedicated service. His...

Emily Derby Bump

Emily Derby Bump

Nov 7, 2024

Emily Derby Bump, fondly known as Emmy, was born on March 27, 1946, in Wichita, Kansas, where she spent her life leaving a remarkable legacy of joy and love. She passed away peacefully on November 7, 2024, at the age of 78.

Emmy was a devoted Christian whose faith in the Lord was a central part of her daily life. She...

Don Potts

Don Potts

Nov 7, 2024

Donald William Potts, 93, passed away Thursday, November 7. Visitation will be from 6-8pm, Monday, November 11, at the Cozine Life Events Center (11500 E. 21st St. N.). Graveside service celebrating Don's life will be at 10am, Tuesday, November 12, at Kechi Cemetery. Don is preceded in death by his parents, Richard and Mary Potts; son, Jimmy Potts; significant other,...

Mark DeMoura

Mark DeMoura

Nov 6, 2024

Mark Allen DeMoura, 64, of Wichita, KS, passed away peacefully at his home on November 6, 2024. Born in Wichita in 1960 to Roselee Ritchie and Ernie DeMoura, Mark developed a lifelong passion for cars, which led him to a successful career in the automotive industry. He began his business at the age of 18, specializing in transmissions, and spent...

Carl Nicholas

Carl Nicholas

Nov 5, 2024

Carl Richard Nicholas, age 82, passed away on November 5, 2024, in Wichita, Kansas. Born on December 31, 1941, Carl's life was marked by his humor, intelligence, and kindness, traits that endeared him to all who knew him.

Carl proudly served in the Air Force during the 1960s, a period that shaped much of his early adult life. After his military...

Lou Cook

Lou Cook

Nov 4, 2024

Louella J. Cook died on November 4, 2024 at Wesley Medical Center surrounded by her loved ones. She was born August 27, 1964 to Frank Cook, Sr. and Darlene Cook, in Fayetteville, Arkansas. She is preceded in death by both her parents, and her brother, Frank Cook, Jr. She is survived by sister, Elizabeth Cook (Patrick McNamara) of Halstead, daughter,...

Darlene Snyder

Darlene Snyder

Nov 1, 2024

Dixie Darlene Snyder, known to her loved ones as Darlene, passed peacefully on November 1, 2024, surrounded by family after a courageous battle with health challenges. She was 91 years old.

Born on July 28, 1933, in Pratt, Kansas, Darlene grew up on a farm near Iuka and attended Pratt schools, graduating from Pratt High School. She married Don Snyder on...

Kathy Greene

Kathy Greene

Oct 28, 2024

Kathleen “Kathy” Mae Greene, 74, went home to be with her Savior and Lord Jesus Christ on Monday, October 28, 2024. Visitation with family will be from 6-8pm, Friday, November 8, at Wichita Bible Church. Funeral service will be at 10am, Saturday, November 9, also at Wichita Bible Church. Graveside at Lakeview Cemetery will follow the funeral service. Kathy is...

Charline Waterman

Charline Waterman

Oct 27, 2024

Charline Yvonne Waterman, 87, retired Walmart Cashier, passed away Sunday, October 27, 2024. Visitation will be 2:00pm - 4:00pm, Sunday at the Broadway Mortuary. Funeral service will be 10:00am, Monday, November 4, 2024 at the Friendship Baptist Church, Wichita, KS. Graveside service, 3:00pm, Monday, November 4, 2024 at the Union Cemetery, Emporia, KS. Charline was born December 30, 1936 in...

Ray Johnny Diaz

Ray Johnny Diaz

Oct 27, 2024

Ray Johnny Diaz, 35, passed away on Sunday, October 27, 2024. There will be a Celebration of Life Service at 2 pm, Saturday, Nov. 9, at Broadway Mortuary, 1147 S. Broadway. Ray is survived by his sons, Anthony Diaz and Alano Diaz; parents, Rafael and Juana Diaz; brothers, Jim Diaz, Saul Diaz, and Andy Diaz; sister, Vanessa Diaz; niece, Aaliyah...

Katie Regier

Katie Regier

Oct 25, 2024

Katie Regier, 43, passed away Friday, October 25, 2024. Katie was preceded in death by her sister, Jennifer Gonzalez; grandmother, Alice Collier; grandfather, Don Collier; and uncle, Mike Collier. Survivors include her children, Talon Regier, Bentley Regier, and Ryker Regier; mother, Connie Hime (David); father, Arthur Stevens (Jan); companion, Aaron Frey; brothers, Scott Stevens, Dustin Stevens (Amanda), nieces and nephews,...

Maria Reyes

Maria Reyes

Oct 25, 2024

Maria Y. (Montemayor) Reyes, AKA,"Lulu", 64, longtime Patient Service Representative of Ascension Via Christi Medical Group in Derby KS, entered into eternal peace on Friday, October 25, 2024. Visitation will be from 6-8 pm, on Tuesday, Oct. 29. Rosary will begin at 7 pm. Funeral Service, Wednesday, Oct. 30, at 10 am, both at Broadway Mortuary, 1147 S. Broadway. Maria...

Ernest Flores Castro, Jr.

Ernest Flores Castro, Jr.

Oct 24, 2024

Born February 3, 1932, in Sonora, Texas, Ernest Flores Castro Jr., known fondly as Ernie, was a beloved son, devoted father, cherished granddaddy, honored great-grandfather and trusted friend. The second son of Ernesto and Elvira Castro, Ernie grew up in a small town where his parents ran a neighborhood grocery store, fostering a deep sense of community and service. His...

Margaret Garratt

Margaret Garratt

Oct 24, 2024

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Keta Miner

Keta Miner

Oct 24, 2024

Laqueta "Keta" Marie Miner, 58, passed away on Thursday, October 24, 2024. A private family gathering will be held. Keta was preceded in death by her mother, Vendetta Miner and two stepdaughters. She is survived by her best friend, Bobbie Deringer; daughter, Amiya Miner; five stepdaughters, ten grandchildren and six great-grandchildren. Share condolences at www.cozine.com. Arrangements by Cozine Memorial Group-Broadway...

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