Local Obituaries for Wichita, Kansas

Jan 24, 2022

Mark Johnson, 70, passed away on Monday, January 24, 2022, after a short illness.  Mark was born January 26, 1951, at St Joseph Hospital in Concordia, Kansas to Lillian and Max Johnson.  He grew up with his three brothers and twin sister in the Jamestown and Concordia areas, later attending Cloud County Community College and Kansas State University.  In 1974 he married Trisha Cherney-Wright...

Jan 23, 2022

An obituary is not available at this time for Wilma Hollis and Tynna Davis. We welcome you to provide your thoughts and memories on our Tribute Wall.

Jan 23, 2022

Wagerle, Marcella Jo, 82, passed away Sunday, January 23, 2022 in Wichita, KS. She was born March 6, 1939 in Newton KS to Peter and Sadie (Becker) Unruh. On September 20, 1957 she married Donald J. Pankratz who died July 16, 1965. From this marriage they had 3 children, Orrin (Paula) Pankratz, Leslie (Gerry) Campbell and Renee (Jesse) VanScyoc....

Jan 22, 2022

Margaret White, 86, passed away on Saturday, January 22, 2022. Funeral service will be at 10:00, Friday, January 28, at Immanuel Baptist Church. Interment will be at Resthaven Cemetery following the funeral service. Margaret is preceded in death by her loving husband, Benjamin White; parents, Moses and Irene Cornell; daughter, Katherine White; siblings, George Cornell, Bill Cornell, Doris Thompson,...

Jan 22, 2022

Jack Byron Rhoades, 94, passed away on Saturday, January 22, 2022. Visitation with family will be at 9:30, Monday, January 31, at Cozine Life Events Center, 11500 E. 21st St. N. Funeral service will be at 10:00, Monday, January 31, at Cozine Life Events Center. A reception will be held at Cozine Life Events Center immediately following the funeral...

Jan 20, 2022

Judy Ann Hickerson, 80, passed away Thursday, January 20, 2022. Judy was preceded in death by her parents, Herbert Hickerson and Fyrne (Hazlett) Hickerson. She is survived by her brothers, Duane Hickerson (Judy) and Larry Hickerson. Viewing hours will be held from 6-8 pm, Thursday, January 27, at Broadway Mortuary, 1147 S. Broadway. Graveside Service, 10 am, Friday, January...

Jan 20, 2022

Jonathan Grant Sanchez, 40, went home to heaven Thursday, January 20, 2022. Jonathan was a graduate of Friends University and achieved a Master's degree in Management Information Systems (MMIS), is CEO and Co-Founder of Ember Enterprises, and Chairman for the Wichita Hispanic Chamber of Commerce.  Jonathan was very active in the Wichita buisness community.  Jonathan is survived by his...

Jan 20, 2022

Darrell Dean Clark, 59, Painter and U. S. Navy Veteran, passed away Thursday, January 20, 2022. Visitation 6-8:00pm, Wednesday, February 2, and Funeral Service 2:00pm, Thursday, February 3,  both at Broadway Mortuary, 1147 S. Broadway. He was preceded in death by his parents, Earl and Thelma Clark and sister, Karen Gartin. Survivors include his wife of 41 years, Roberta; son,...

Jan 19, 2022

Robert “Bob” Schrader Kuntzman, 69, died January 19, 2022. A memorial service will be held at 11:00 am, Saturday, February 5, at the Cozine Life Events Center, 11500 E. 21st St. N.

Bob was born on August 7, 1952 in St. Louis, Missouri to Teresa and Robert Kuntzman. Little “Bobby” is remembered for his love of hockey...

Jan 18, 2022

Patricia “Pat” Jane Kalitta, 91, met her Lord and Savior on January 18, 2022.

She was born September 6, 1930 to David and Dorothy Fish in Detroit, Michigan. She attended Redford High School where she met the love of her life William “Bill” Edward Kalitta. They married in 1950 and were blessed with five children. Pat loved...

Jan 18, 2022

Quila May Roberts, 86, Homemaker, passed away Tuesday, January 18, 2022. Visitation 6-8:00pm, Thursday, Broadway Mortuary. Graveside service 1:30pm, Friday, Kensington Gardens. She was preceded in death by her husband N.J. Roberts, Jr.; parents, Meldon, Sr. and Mary Mitchell; brothers, Meldon and Larry Mitchell and sister, Betty Thacker. Survivors include her sons, David Roberts and Nicholas (Lynette) Roberts; daughters,...

Jan 18, 2022

Darla “Sissie” LeVone McGinnis Arnold, passed away at home with her precious family after a courageous battle with cancer. She was 51.

Darla was born on July 5, 1970 to Sharit and William “Bill” McGinnis in Wichita, Kansas. Throughout her life, she adored athletics and played every sport. After graduating from Belle Plain High School, Darla played...

Jan 17, 2022

Carol E. Wilson, passed away on Monday, January 17, 2022. Wichita has lost one of its biggest fans, promoters and cheerleaders. A lifelong Wichitan, Carol's passion for the community and the arts knew no bounds. She strived to make a positive impact, to beautify the city and to improve the quality of life for all. She enjoyed the sound...

Jan 16, 2022

Richard (Dick) Borchard was born to Arthur and Martha (Bierman) Borchard in Northville, South Dakota on April 1, 1937 and went home to be with Jesus on January 16, 2022.

He was preceded in death by his parents and is survived by his wife, Betty, his brother Daryl (Yvonne) Borchard, daughter, Pamela (Steve) Nye, son, Michael (Christina)...

Jan 16, 2022

Rhonda Linn Caulk, 64, passed away on Sunday, January 16, 2022. Funeral service will be at 1:00, Tuesday, January 25, at Central Christian Church. Interment will be at Kensington Gardens following the funeral service. Following the interment there will be a reception at Cozine Life Events Center. Rhonda is preceded in death by her loving husband, Craig Caulk; mother,...

Jan 16, 2022

Delores Burris age 78, died January 16, 2022. She was born in South Haven Kansas, to Louis & Mary Martin. She was the 11th child of 13, 6 brothers and 6 sisters. She was diagnosed with Polio as a young girl of around 6 years of age. Over the time spending several years in the hospital. Upon her release,...

Jan 16, 2022

Patricia Lee McCurry, 78, retired paraprofessional from Wichita East High School, passed away on Sunday, January 16, 2022. Visitation will be Wednesday, 6-8pm, at Cozine Life Events Center. Funeral service will be at 10:00, Thursday, January 20, at Cozine Life Events Center. Interment will follow the funeral service, at Kensington Gardens. Patricia is preceded in death by her parents,...

Jan 16, 2022

Helen Sylvia Miller-Umenyi, 36, passed away Sunday, January 16, 2022. She was preceded in death by her grandparents, John Joseph Miller and Barbara Jean Miller, John Henry Purvis and Helen Ruth Purvis. Helen is survived by her husband, Henry Lyon Umenyi; parents, Jesse G. Miller and Regina Miller; brother, Jesse D. Miller; niece, Regan Miller; sister-in-law, Bridgette Miller; father-in-law,...

Jan 16, 2022

Danny Ray Hudlin, May 10, 1938 - January 16, 2022, of Wichita, KS, died Sunday. After a brief stay at the hospital he passed away. He was preceded in death by his wife, Lazetta Ann (Drosselmeyer) 66, and daughter, Starla; his parents, Bill and Geraldine (Russell) Hudlin. Also preceded in death by brothers, Lloyd Combs II , Ray Hudlin, and James...

Jan 15, 2022

Mark L. Thompson, 66, died January 15, 2022. He was born to Willard B. and Jane (Floyd) Thompson in Honolulu, Hawaii while his father was stationed in the Navy. After attending Southeast High School in Wichita, he received a bachelor’s degree in Business from Friends University. Mark was Sales Manager for Ponca Products, enjoying a long and prosperous career of 40 years....