Local Obituaries for Wichita, Kansas

Apr 29, 2022

Mary passed away April 29, 2022 in Flower Mound, Texas just 10 days after her 90th birthday. She was born April 19, 1932 in Springfield, Missouri to Paul Hamilton and Mavis Gates Hamilton. She was later blessed with four brothers. They lived on a farm, but she was very much a "city girl." She was a majorette at Strafford...

Apr 24, 2022

Juanita M. Johnson, age 86, was born September 7, 1935 and passed away April 24, 2022. Juanita was known for making the best cakes in town, her undeniable generosity, and her fierce love for her family. After losing her husband in March, she joins him now, and they will celebrate their 70th anniversary together on July 4th, 2022. During...

Apr 21, 2022

Sharon Lee Boothe, 74, passed away Thursday, April 21, 2022. Sharon was preceded in death by her husband, James Boothe; parents, Floyd and Bessie Willis; brother, Frankie Dean Willis; and sister, Guida Caroline Willis. Survivors include her son, Gregg Boothe and wife, Madilyn; sister, Beverley Evans; grandchildren, Geremy St. James, Megan Norman, Vail Walker, Lauren Boothe, Rachel Lynch, Nicholas...

Apr 20, 2022

Aaron Daniel Schiffelbein, 47, passed away on Wednesday, April 20, 2022. Visitation will be 6-8pm, Monday, April 25 at Cozine Life Events Center, 11500 E. 21st St. N., Wichita, KS 67206. Celebration of life will be at 10:00am, Tuesday, April 26 at Cozine Life Events Center. Memorial service will be at 10:30am, Monday, May 2, at Cornerstone Church in...

Apr 19, 2022

Philip Ray Schmidt, 61, Carpenter and past member of the Carpenter's Union, passed away Tuesday, April 19, 2022. He was preceded in death by his parents, Laurence and Beatrice Schmidt; brother, Jeffrey Schmidt; brother-in-law, Carl Lambert; and stepson, Logan Befort. Survivors include his siblings, Gary Schmidt (Billye), Connie Cabala (Fred), Charles Schmidt (Terry), Charlotte Lambert, and sister-in-law, Beth Schmidt; longtime...

Apr 16, 2022

Judy Ellen Higley, 73, retired Raytheon Aircraft Parts Puller, passed away Saturday, April 16, 2022. A Celebration of Life Service will be held at a later date. Judy was preceded in death by her parents, Harold and Ruby Mayden, her brother, Lee Webb and her grandson, Bryan. Survivors include her sons, Sean and wife Candy, Higley and Tim Higley...

Apr 16, 2022

Kleo L. Coyote, 40, passed away Saturday, April 16, 2022. Family will hold a Celebration of Life Service at a later time. kleo was preceded in death by grandfather, Jimmie S. Coyote; nephew, Jimmy Shopteese; and uncle, Lane Coyote. Survivors include his mother, Louise Coyote; father, Dennis Shopteese; siblings, Michael Coyote, Nehemiah Shopteese, Katherine Coyote, and Lindsey Coyote; aunt,...

Apr 15, 2022

Martin Eldon Smith Martin was born November 18, 1931, in Chanute, KS, to Donavan Wise Smith and Elfleda Belle (Daggett) Smith. He passed away on April 15th at the age of 90. He was married in 1960 to Barbara Ann Glenn at Westside Evangelical United Brethren Church in Wichita, KS. Martin was preceded in death by his beloved wife...

Apr 14, 2022

Mr. Johny “JB” Everett Bair

September 19, 1961 – April 14, 2022 Mr. Johny “JB” Bair, who has been a resident of Kansas the past forty years, having lived the greater part of that time near Wichita, in Valley Center, Kansas has journeyed to his Lord and Savior.

Mr. Bair was born in Künzelsau, West...

Apr 13, 2022

Terry Patrick Whyte, 83, beloved husband, father, and grandfather, moved on to his next adventure on April 13, 2022. Private family services will be held.

Terry was born in Biercrest, Saskatchewan, Canada. He attended the University of Florida and the University of Tampa, graduating with a Bachelor’s of Science in Agriculture. He had numerous hobbies which included...

Apr 11, 2022

Carol Ann Allen, 81, retired Corporate Secretary/Treasurer, Allen Millwork Co. passed away Monday, April 11, 2022. Per Carol's wishes no Services will be held, and her body has been donated to KU School of Medicine for medical research. Survivors include her husband of 61 years, Jerry; son, Jay (Lisa) Allen; daughter, Cindy Allen; grandchildren, Matthew Allen and Megan (Jesus) Ornelas. Carol was preceded...

Apr 11, 2022

Nancy Sue Gustavson, 85, loving wife, mother, grandmother, and friend, died April 11, 2022. A visitation with family will be held from 6:00-8:00 pm, Monday, April 18, at Cozine Life Events Center, 11500 E. 21st St. N. A celebration of Nancy’s life will be held at 1:30 pm, Tuesday, April 19, at First Evangelical Free Church, 1825 N. Woodlawn....

Apr 9, 2022

Brenton Blade Price, 28, loving husband and son, passed away Saturday, April 9, 2022. Brenton was preceded in death by his father Wesley H Holder, and his grandfather Wayne Keeton. Survivors include his wife, Alexandra Lynn Coberley-Price; Mother, Sheila (Howard) Cheatham, Palm Bay, FL; Stepfather, Charles (Carol) Price, Wyoming; Grandmother, Dottie Keeton, Haysville, KS; Brother, Brandon (Shelley) Holder, Maryland;...

Apr 9, 2022

John Edward Livengood was born November 11, 1951 in Hutchinson, KS to Lawrence and Virginia (Rea) Livengood. While attending Buhler High School (Class of ’69), John lettered in Football, Gymnastics, and Track. After High school, John went on to attend Hutchinson Community College on a football scholarship. Before he was able to complete his degree, John joined the US...

Apr 9, 2022

Thomas Eddie Miller, 71, retired Textile Salesman, passed away Saturday, April 9, 2022. Thomas was preceded in death by his parents, Ira and Edith Miller; brothers, Truman, Gene and LeRoy Miller and sister, Barbara Adams. Survivors include his wife of 34 years, Darlene "Dar" Miller; son, Christopher Miller; granddaughter, Zoey Athy-Miller; stepson, Marcus and wife, Jessica Anderson; stepdaughters, Tina...

Apr 8, 2022

Barbara Jean Francis, 85, former Walls Floral Owner, passed away Friday, April 8, 2022. Visitation 6-8:00pm, Tuesday, Funeral Service 10:00am, Wednesday both at Broadway Mortuary. Preceded in death by her husband Kay, Barbara is survived by her daughters, Debbie (Jack) Snyder, Susan (Bruce) McAnally, Kelly (Jeff) Thompson and Lisa (Shawn) Stone; 13 grandchildren, 28 great-grandchildren and 2 great-great-grandchildren. Memorials...

Apr 4, 2022

Trudy Ann Raftary, 78, retired Admissions and Emergency Room Clerk, Memorial Hospital, Manhattan, KS, passed away Monday, April 4, 2022. Trudy was preceded in death by her parents, Vincent and Elta Zemnickas. She is survived by her daughter, Chris Eikleberry (Andy Wells), her grandsons, Chad and Nick Eickleberry and her brother, Daniel Zemnickas.

Apr 3, 2022

Betty June Townsend, 89, entered her Heavenly home on Sunday, April 3, 2022. Visitation with family will be 6-8pm, Friday, April 8 at Broadway Mortuary. Graveside service will be at 2:00pm, Saturday, April 9, at Maple Grove Cemetery. Betty is preceded in death by her husband, Jesse Franklin Townsend; parents, Jack and Denzil Shannon; son, Bryan Townsend; daughter-in-law, Susan...

Apr 2, 2022

Max A. Merhoff, 63, passed away Saturday, April 2, 2022. Family will hold a private service at a later date. Max was preceded in death by his parents, Wallace and Helen Merhoff and a brother, Jay Merhoff. Survivors include his wife of 40 years, Andrea Tallchief; children, Jessica Merhoff, Talons Goode, and Tonkah Goode; brother, Stan Merhoff (Dee Ann);...

Apr 2, 2022

Vaughn, Frances E., 91, passed away Saturday, April 2, 2022. Frances was preceded in death by her husband, Harold Vaughn and son, Steven Vaughn. Survivors include her son, Michael Vaughn (Vonnie); grandchildren, Kimberly, Kellanie, Greg, and Leslie; great-grandchildren, Nicole, Michael, Brian, Cala, Brandon, Shana, Liam, and Bailey; and numerous great-great-grandchildren. Visitation with family present will be held from 6-8...