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CAROLYN (REYNOLDS) MOLLOHAN

CAROLYN (REYNOLDS) MOLLOHAN

Oct 17, 2026

Carolyn J. Mollohan, 89, passed away on Saturday, October 17, 2026, in Sedgwick, Kansas.

Carolyn was born on May 13, 1937, to Eldon and Doris Reynolds. On September 27, 1956, she married the love of her life, Myron Mollohan. Together, they built a beautiful life centered around love, family, and cherished memories.

Carolyn devoted many years to being a homemaker and raising...

SANDRA (GIROD) GIFFIN

SANDRA (GIROD) GIFFIN

Oct 12, 2026

Sandra “Sandy” Irene Giffin, 82, of Sedgwick, Kansas, passed away on Monday, October 12, 2026, surrounded by a lifetime of love she had given so freely to others. Born in Wichita, Kansas, on August 3, 1944, Sandy was a beloved daughter, sister, wife, mom, grandma, great-grandma, aunt, and friend. To know Sandy was to know how deeply she loved her...

DONNA (JENSEN) KINKAID

DONNA (JENSEN) KINKAID

Oct 8, 2026

Donna Kinkaid 85 met Jesus October 8, 2026.

Born Donna Darlene Jensen on August 10,1941; to Elmer and Mildred (Franz) Jensen near Kinsley, Kansas.

She graduated from Kinsley High School in 1959 and attended Fort Hays Kansas State College. She moved to Great Bend when she married Tom Kinkaid where they raised their three daughters. In 2005 they moved to Valley Center...

EARL J. GRIFFIN, JR.

EARL J. GRIFFIN, JR.

Oct 7, 2026

Earl James Griffin Jr., passed away October 7, 2026 in Wichita, KS. He was born in Albuquerque, New Mexico to parents Earl James Griffin and Jacqueline Juanita (Allen) Griffin. He was a long time resident of Albuquerque, New Mexico where he lived his dream traveling the southwest as a salesman for Rio Grande Sales Co. Late in his life he...

DONALD D. NUTTLE

DONALD D. NUTTLE

Oct 7, 2026

Donald Nuttle, 65, passed away peacefully at home in Lindsborg, Kansas on October 7, 2026 . He was born in Ponca City, Oklahoma to Saleta and Donald Nuttle on December 30 ,1960. He attended school in McPherson, Kansas. He enjoyed sports very much, with his favorite football team being the Kansas City Chiefs. He is survived by a sister Patsy Brown and...

MICHAEL S. STAMPER

MICHAEL S. STAMPER

Sep 26, 2026

Michael "Mike" Steven Stamper, 83, passed away peacefully with his family by his side on Saturday, September 26, 2026. He was born on November 7, 1942, in Middletown, Ohio, to parents Dewey and Lottie Stamper. He had a brother, William Dewey 'Junior' Stamper, and a sister, Phyllis A. Smith, as well as two siblings (Patricia and Joseph) who passed in...

TODD M. RENNER

TODD M. RENNER

Sep 24, 2026

Todd Michael Renner, 56

Born September 2, 1970 to James and Dorothy Meeds Renner. Husband to his loving wife Mona Renner. Survived by sons Daniel Renner and Justin Hiebert, daughter Rachael Hiebert, brother Jeffery Renner and wife Mari, sisters Kimberly Renner Rusco and wife Vanessa, Heather Lackrone and husband Matthew, Amy Stuhlsatz and husband Dillen, parents Dorothy and Henry Gray, Norma...

JUDITH "JUDY" (WARD) SOOTER

JUDITH "JUDY" (WARD) SOOTER

Sep 23, 2026

Judith. (Judy) Kathryn (Ward) Sooter, 81 of El Dorado, Kansas went peacefully into the arms of Jesus on Wednesday, September 23, 2026 in Wichita, Kansas surrounded by her family.

Judy was born in El Dorado, Kansas on June 15, 1945 to Clyde and Dorothy (Penton) Ward. She graduated from Wichita Southeast High School. Judy was a member of the nursing class...

SIDNEY E. SOWERS

SIDNEY E. SOWERS

Sep 20, 2026

Sidney Eugene Sowers, beloved father, grandfather, brother, uncle, and friend passed away September 20, 2026. He was preceded in death by his parents Ellis and Nellie Sowers, brothers Charles and Stan, and his wife of 39 years, Joan. He is survived by his brother Randy (Teresa), sister Audrey (Ray), and sister in law Sharon. Also his children Becca, Clayton (Yvonne),...

FLOYD L. WALKER

FLOYD L. WALKER

Sep 18, 2026

Floyd L. Walker, 86, passed away peacefully on Friday, September 18, 2026, at his home in Park City, Kansas.  He was born Friday, September 29, 1939 in Stillwell, Oklahoma to Albert L. Walker and Daisy D. Bradley Walker. Mostly he was raised in Fort Cobb, Oklahoma, but the family also lived in Anadarko, Oklahoma for a while.  When his dad...

DONALD LEE "DON" FIKE

DONALD LEE "DON" FIKE

Sep 15, 2026

Donald “Don” L. Fike, age 86, passed away on September 15th, 2026 in Wichita, Kansas.

He was born in rural Courtland, Kansas to John W. and Esther (Hansen) Fike. He graduated from Courtland High School in 1957 and then served in the United States Army from 1960 to 1962, playing on their basketball team. He later graduated from Fort Hays State...

DONAT "DON" BEAUREGARD, JR

DONAT "DON" BEAUREGARD, JR

Sep 14, 2026

Donat “Don” Alfred Beauregard Jr, son of Donat Sr. and Betty J (Vanover) Beauregard, passed away peacefully, surrounded by family on Monday September 14, 2026 at the age of 79.

A 1965 graduate of Plainfield High School, he served in the U.S.Air Force during the Vietnam War Era. He then attended UCONN, H.H. Ellis Tech, and Quinibaug Valley C.C., graduating with...

MICHAEL R. STEPHENS

MICHAEL R. STEPHENS

Sep 13, 2026

Michael Ray Stephens of Valley Center, Kansas was born Saturday, November 30, 1957 in Wichita, Kansas. He went to be with the Lord on Sunday, September 13, 2026 in Wichita, Kansas.

Michael was a lifelong resident of Wichita, Kansas. He graduated from South High School in 1975. In his early years, Michael worked a variety of jobs before beginning what would...

DILLARD D. DUERKSEN

DILLARD D. DUERKSEN

Sep 13, 2026

Dillard Dean Duerksen, 86, of Valley Center, Kansas, passed away peacefully on Sunday, September 13, 2026. He was born Thursday, December 28, 1939, in Hillsboro, Kansas, to Henry and Marie (Funk) Duerksen.

Dillard graduated from Newton High School with the Class of 1957. He continued his education by taking college courses at Bethel College, Emporia State University, and Wichita State University.

During...

WALLA DEE (MCKITTRICK) WALDMEIER

WALLA DEE (MCKITTRICK) WALDMEIER

Sep 11, 2026

Walla Dee (McKittrick) Waldmeier 93 of Newton, Kansas passed away Friday, September 11, 2026 at Paramount Health and Rehab. She was born Saturday, October 10, 1931 in Wonsevu, Kansas, the daughter of Howard D. and Helen (McElwain) McKittrick.   She was raised in the Wonsevu, Chase County, Kansas area, where she was raised and attended school. Walla graduated from Cedar Point...

RONALD E. PUTMAN

RONALD E. PUTMAN

Sep 11, 2026

Ronald Putman, son of George and Mary Putman, passed away peacefully at home on Friday, September 11, 2026. He is survived by his wife Cheryl, brother Steve/Charlene Putman, his children Billy Putman, Jackson/Madi Putman, Angela Putman, Shona Putman, Kami Savage, and Brandon Vann, along with many loved grandchildren, great grandchildren, nieces and nephews. Ron was preceded in death by his...

TAMBRA (DILLON) MYERS

TAMBRA (DILLON) MYERS

Sep 10, 2026

Tambra "Tammy" Lynn Myers was born on Friday, October 2, 1958, in Wichita, Kansas, and passed away peacefully on Thursday, September 10, 2026, at the age of 67. Her journey began and concluded in the city she called home, leaving behind a legacy of love, warmth, and kindness.

Tammy was a student at Valley Center Schools, where she was a cheerleader....

JOHN P. FLETCHER

JOHN P. FLETCHER

Sep 6, 2026

John P Fletcher passed away September 6, 2026 at 87 years of age. John was born October 28, 1938 in Oswego, NY to Walter and Elizabeth Fletcher.

John married Patrica Garner on March 9, 1962 in Wichita. John served in the United States Airforce for 8 yrs, where he served as a supply specialist until his honorable discharge.

He ran Fletcher’s Vickers/APCO...

GAIL H. BROOKS

GAIL H. BROOKS

Sep 5, 2026

Gail Heyner Brooks, 71, of Bel Aire, Kansas, passed away at home on September 5, 2026, with her daughter, Shannon, by her side.

Born December 22, 1954, Gail lived a life marked by service, adventure, curiosity, and an unwavering willingness to try something new. She was strong, funny, intelligent, creative, resourceful, and perhaps above all else, always learning.

Gail grew up in...

TROYCE E. WILLIS

TROYCE E. WILLIS

Sep 3, 2026

Troyce Edward Willis, of Wichita, Kansas, was born Sunday, July 4, 1943, passed away peacefully on Thursday, September 3, 2026. Born in Lubbock, Texas, Troyce spent most of his childhood in Dodge City and Wichita where he sang in choir, played cello, and loved learning. After graduating Southeast High School, he joined the Marines where he was stationed in Japan...