RICHARD D. PATTERSON
2026
Richard Don Patterson entered into Heaven on May 29, 2026, in Wichita, Kansas.
Richard was born to Ray and Jean Patterson and spent most of his life in Wichita's North End, where he built lasting relationships and cherished memories with family and friends.
Richard proudly served his country in the United States Army from 1973 to 1975. During his military service, he...
THOMAS T. INKELAAR, SR.
May 24, 2026
Thomas Teddy Inkelaar Sr., 84, passed away on Sunday, May 24, 2026, in Wichita, Kansas.
He was born in Wichita, Kansas, to Leonardus Inkelaar and Helen (Burns) Inkelaar. He was a lifelong resident of Maize, Kansas. He attended Maize High School graduated in 1959, and Friends University. After graduation, He worked for Townley Metal and Hardware, then became a hardware salesman...
JOHN J. GILLOCK
May 23, 2026
John Joseph Gillock, 91, passed away peacefully at home on May 23, 2026. Born July 18, 1934, in Rice County, Kansas, to George Gillock and Esther (Moore) Gillock Honn.
John grew up in and around Nickerson, KS and proudly served his country in the United States Air Force from 1952 to 1956. He later continued his education and earned his Bachelor...
TOM R. BUXTON
May 23, 2026
Tommy Ray Buxton, beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and servant of the Lord, was born on April 24, 1937, in Fairfax, Oklahoma, to Delmer and Lorene (Woods) Buxton. He was called home to be with his Savior on May 23rd, 2026, after a life richly lived in faith, love, and devotion.
Tom spent his early years in Fort Scott, Arkansas before...
MARCIA (PURKEY) SCOTT
May 22, 2026
Marcia Lou Scott, 78, passed away Friday, May 22, 2026 in Conway Springs, Kansas. She was born Saturday, February 7, 1948 in Wichita, Kansas, daughter of Max Leon Purkey and Myrtle Lou (Robbins) Purkey. She was raised and attended Valley Center schools where she was a graduate of Valley Center High School. She married Lester L. Scott and they had...
JAME (INGRAM) ADELSON
May 21, 2026
Jame Ruth (Ingram) Adelson was called home to be with the Lord on Thursday, May 21, 2026. Jame was born on September 7, 1966, in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma to James Harold Ingram and Jacquelyn Ruth (Smith) Ingram. She grew up in Enid, Oklahoma and graduated from Chisholm High School in 1984.
She married Wesley Victor Karst on August 15, 1992, and...
ROBERT D. SITTS
May 20, 2026
Robert Dean Sitts, “Bob” age 80, passed away on May 20th, 2026 in Wichita, Kansas. Bob was born in Newton, Kansas to Raymond Jonathan Sitts and Alma Elsie Stucky and was the only boy in the family with four sisters. He learned to work on the farm at an early age, driving combines and tractors long before he could drive...
CHARLES W. McCLURE, JR
May 16, 2026
Charles W. McClure Jr., of Park City, Kansas, passed away peacefully at home on May 16, 2026, surrounded by the love of his family. He was born on January 3, 1946, in Mt. Vernon, Illinois, to Charles Walter and Evelyn Pauline (Martin) McClure.
Charles served his country in the United States Army. He dedicated many years of hard work to Vim...
ROGER H. WILLIAMS
May 14, 2026
Roger H. Williams, 89, passed away peacefully on May 14, 2026. He was born on February 25, 1937 to Thomas Clark and Germaine (Armour) Williams. Roger grew up on his family's farm west of Bentley, Kansas, and attended a one-room schoolhouse, neither of which had electricity or plumbing. After moving into Bentley, he enjoyed playing both football and basketball. He...
GERALD R. DYCK
May 12, 2026
Gerald Ray “Goob” Dyck, 71, of McPherson, passed away on May 12, 2026.
For more than 50 years, he dedicated his hard work and commitment to McPherson Concrete Products, where he built not only a respected career, but also lasting friendships and admiration from those who knew him. Gerald was known for his incredible strength, hardworking spirit, and the kindness he...
CALLIE (WARREN) DORSETT
May 11, 2026
Callie Sue Dorsett, age 73, passed away on Monday, the 11th of May, 2026 in Wichita, Kansas.
Born in Kansas City, Missouri to Leonard Calvin and Ella Jane (Couch) Warren .
She was a lifelong resident of Wichita. She was a graduate of Heights High School, attended WSU, and completed her certificate of Theological Education at Seewanee.
She generously gave her time to...
CHARLENE (ROWLAND) BUNCH
May 8, 2026
Nona Charlene Bunch, 78, was called home to be with the Lord on Friday, May 8, 2026. Charlene was born on October 21, 1947, in Graysville, Missouri to James Jackson “Jack” Rowland and Maddie Rebecca Mae Rowland.
Charlene grew up on a farm in Missouri. She had a wonderful mom and dad, and 7 sisters (2 died in infancy). She enjoyed...
KAREN (POLLOCK) BONTRAGER
May 7, 2026
Karen Sue Bontrager, 86, formerly of Holton, passed away May 7, 2026 at home in Valley Center, Kansas. Karen was born October 13, 1939 in Topeka, Kansas to Allan and Mabel (Smith) Pollock. Karen grew up in Holton, and graduated from Holton High School in 1957.
On October 20, 1957 Karen married Jerry Bontrager in Holton, Kansas. They shared 50 years...
DONALD W. PETERS
May 6, 2026
Donald Wayne Peters was born Friday, July 9, 1948 to Melvin and Wilma Peters. He passed away at the age of 77 on Wednesday, May 6, 2026. He married Freddie Brunner and together they raised four children, Richard, Shawn, Adam, and Julie. He served in Vietnam as an Army sergeant and paratrooper for the 173rd Airborne and worked for Boeing...
JAMES A. GORDON
May 6, 2026
James A. Gordon, 78, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by family on Wednesday, May 6, 2026. He was born Tuesday, October 28, 1947.
James was a proud husband, veteran, and retired glassmaker who spent many years working in California. He was known for his strong work ethic, devotion to family, and caring heart.
He is survived by his wife, Nancy Gordon,...
CORA (CLITHERO) BLOOMER
May 3, 2026
Cora May Bloomer, 84, passed away peacefully and unexpectedly in her room at Kansas Christian Home on Sunday, May 3, 2026, entering into the presence of her Lord and Savior after a life defined by steadfast faith, enduring love, quiet strength, and unwavering devotion to family.
Born January 26, 1942, in a farmhouse northwest of Elbing during a winter snowstorm, Cora...
MARK E. HERRON
2026
Mark Edwards Herron, 71 was a wonderful husband, father, grandpa, brother, uncle and friend. He passed away on Monday, April 27, 2026 at home with his wife by his side. Mark was born in Wichita, Kansas to Wilbur "Willie" and Ruth "Sally" Herron on July 28, 1954.
He worked as a mechanic until his retirement. He loved being a husband, father,...
RICKY J. NORMAN
Apr 25, 2026
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Ricky Junious Norman, who left us on April 25, 2026, at the age of 72.
Rick was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather who meant so much to those around him. He was known for his deep love of his family and sports. He loved playing basketball and watching the game—especially cheering...
MATHIAS "MATT" SCHOMMER JR
2026
Mathias "Matt" Schommer Jr passed on April 25, 2026. He was born September 24, 1935 in Kingman, Kansas to Matt and Alice (Klee) Schommer. He for two years in the U.S. Army. He then married Monona Lynn Cummings.
He is survived by his son Matt "Bud" and wife Lynda, daughter Chris "Sis" and husband Tim; sister Kathleen Polzin of Emporia, sister-in-law...
PATSY (BOOTH) FORGEY
Apr 18, 2026
Patsy Ann Booth‑Forgey, age 82, passed away peacefully on April 18, 2026, at the home of her youngest son in Kansas, surrounded by her family.
Patsy was born on November 16, 1943, in Hamburg, Illinois, to Loami H. Booth and Eva M. Hunter‑Booth. She was raised on Hamburg Hill overlooking the Mississippi River, a place that always held a special place...
