Obituaries
Local Obituaries for Wichita, Kansas
Sharit McGinnis
Jul 31, 2026
Sharit Carol McGinnis, 82, passed away on Friday, July 31, 2026. She was born on August 26, 1943 in Caldwell, Kansas to parents, Conrad and Opal Kollmorgen. She is preceded in death by her parents; daughter, Darla Arnold; and siblings, Helen Lockwood, Hazel Sandell, Kenneth Kollmorgen, Judy Knight, Leonard Kollmorgen, Dolly Dean Kollmorgen, and Arthur Kaup. She is survived by...
Ronald V. Paulseen
Jul 29, 2026
Ronald Virgel Paulseen was born in McPherson, Kansas April 8, 1949 in the home of Paul Virgel Wanigold Paulseen and Elva Olivia Ledell Paulseen loving parents who showed he and his sister Virdell Paulseen Shay what really mattered in life. Ron was raised in a strong Lutheran home around a lot of extended aunts, uncles, first and second cousins. He...
Eleanor E. Parker
Jul 28, 2026
Eleanor E. Parker, 86, passed away peacefully at her home, surrounded by the comfort of the life she built and the love of her family. Born in Wichita, Kansas, Eleanor lived a life defined by kindness, devotion, and unconditional love. Above all else, she cherished her family. She found her greatest joy in spending time with those she loved, creating...
Sarah Petty
Jul 27, 2026
Sarah Courtney Petty, 38, passed away on July 27, 2026.
Sarah was born on June 1, 1988, to Vicky and Jim Petty. She attended Sunnyside Elementary, Kellogg Elementary, Allison Middle School, and East High School. Sarah will be remembered for her infectious sense of humor, her kind heart, and the way she loved the people in her life.
As a teenager, she...
Vivianne Farha
Jul 25, 2026
Vivianne Farha, passed away on July 25, 2026, in her beloved hometown of Wichita, Kansas, at the age of 92. Born on February 12, 1934, in Wichita, Vivianne’s long and meaningful life was defined by deep devotion to her family, unwavering faith, and a passion for building connections with everyone she met.
Vivianne’s formative years were spent in Wichita, where she...
Larry Lynn Rose
Jul 24, 2026
Larry Rose, 77, passed away on Friday, July 24, 2026. He was born to parents, Denzel Rose and Connie Moeller, on December 24, 1948. His parents precede him in death. He is survived by his loving wife, Caroline Rose; brother, Robert Rose; step-children, Jim Perkins, Jeannie Midcap, Christina Perkins, Patrick Perkins, and Don Perkins; grandchildren, Shawn Bruner, Jamie Circle, Kendra...
Jojean Groom
Jul 21, 2026
Jojean "Jo" Groom, 72, retired RN, passed away Tuesday, July 21, 2026 in Wichita, KS. Jo was born September 14, 1953 in Wichita, KS to the late Emmit and Lela Cole. Jo work as a RN for many years at Wesley Rehab as well as several nursing homes around Wichita. As well as her parents, she was preceded in death...
Mark Steven Newton
Jul 20, 2026
Mark Steven Newton ("PowPow"), 65, of Wichita, passed away unexpectedly on July 20, 2026, at his happy place - Pomme de Terre Lake in Pittsburg, Missouri.
Mark was preceded in death by his parents, Richard and Vera Newton, and his brother, Randy Newton. He is survived by his wife, Laurie Newton; his daughters, Karissa (Max) Brandt and Kassidy Newton; his brother,...
Richard Bruce Wilson
Jul 20, 2026
Richard “Bruce” Wilson, age 91, peacefully passed away with his family by his side on July 20, 2026, in Wichita, Kansas.
Born April 5, 1935, in Herington, Kansas, to Arleon Crary Wilson and Richard Byron Wilson, Bruce spent his early years in Herington, Wichita, Plainview, and Kansas City, Kansas. He graduated from Wyandotte High School and continued his education at Kansas...
Jim E. Cohlmia
Jul 19, 2026
Jim E. Cohlmia, longtime Wichita, KS resident who spent his final years in Arizona, passed away Sunday, July 19, at his home in Mesa. A successful stockbroker and art collector, Cohlmia is descended from a prominent Lebanese family who homesteaded Oklahoma farmlands early in the 20th century and rose to prominence throughout the state for their entrepreneurial and enterprising business...
Margie L. Palmer
Jul 17, 2026
Margie Lou Palmer, 85, of Wichita (formally of Derby), Kansas passed away peacefully at her home on July 17, 2026. She was a beloved mother, grandmother, great grandmother, and friend, leaving behind a legacy of faith, generosity, and devotion to her family.
She is survived by her children Glenda Baker (John) and Steve Palmer (Tammy); grandchildren Roxanne McAdam, Travis Baker, and...
Mary Specht
Jul 17, 2026
Mary L. Specht, 77, passed away Friday, July 17, 2026 in Wichita, KS. Mary was born July 29, 1948 in Garden City to the late Jeff and Oddrie Hoyt. Mary is survived by her husband of 52 years, Steve Specht; daughter, Heather (Eric) Price; grandson, Skyler; nieces and nephews, Edward Blackwell, Jason Tallman, Marlo Hoyt and several other nieces and...
Mary A. Rouse
Jul 16, 2026
Mary Alice Rouse
March 22, 1944 — July 16, 2026
Mary Alice Rouse, 82, of Wichita, Kansas, a loving wife, mother, grandmother, and nurse, passed away very peacefully on Thursday, July 16, 2026.
Mary was born on March 22, 1944, in Concordia, Kansas, and grew up in Clifton, Kansas, alongside her two cherished and loved sisters, Gay Hohner and Ann Gleason. She held...
Kay Atterbery
Jul 16, 2026
Kathryn Elaine Atterbery, known to all as Kay Atterbery, passed away peacefully on July 16, 2026, at the age of 70. Born on September 20, 1955, Kay’s life was defined by her boundless generosity, unwavering love for family and friends, and an open heart that drew people in wherever she went.
Kay was a consummate host, whose home was always warm...
Brian C. Calderwood
Jul 11, 2026
The family of Brian Campbell Calderwood is sad to deliver the news that he passed peacefully into the presence of his Savior on the morning of July 11, 2026.
Born October 16, 1960, Brian lived an ordinary life in an extraordinary way. Known for his quiet, logical nature, those who love Brian and had the privilege to be loved by him,...
Viola “Sue” Nicholas
Jul 11, 2026
Viola Sue Nicholas, age 82, entered God's presence on July 11, 2026.
Sue lived a life defined by devotion, humor, and an unwavering instinct to stand up for those who needed someone in their corner. Sue was born on August 12, 1943, in Muskogee, Oklahoma. Her family later moved to Wichita, Kansas where she made her home. She built a world...
Donald Bobbitt
Jul 10, 2026
Donald Joe Bobbitt, “Don”, 94, of Wichita, Kansas passed away on July 10, 2026.
He was born June 21, 1932 in Virgil, Kansas to Harry and Myrtle Bobbitt.
He worked for 37 years in the transportation department at Boeing .
Don bravely served his country during the Korean War as an Army Private First Class.
He married the love of his life, Alice Marie...
Stephanie Gilmore
Jul 10, 2026
Stephanie Gilmore, 83, of Wichita, Kansas, passed away peacefully on July 10, 2026.
Born on December 19, 1942, in Kansas City, Missouri, to James A. Shields and Aileen M. (Fenske) Shields, Stephanie lived a life defined by faith, love, hard work, and a genuine appreciation for life’s simple joys. She graduated from East High School in 1960 and continued her education...
Donald L. Waller
Jul 9, 2026
Donald (Don) Lee Waller, 90, of Rose Hill, Kansas, passed away on July 9, 2026.
Don was born on May 18, 1936, to parents John and Lola Waller. He was preceded in death by his parents; his wife of 56 years, Karen; his granddaughter, Kandra Waller; and his son-in-law, David Depew. He is survived by his wife Donna; son, David (Tami)...
Terry Forrest Lybarger
Jul 8, 2026
Terry Forrest Lybarger, 83, passed away July 8, 2026 in Wichita, KS. Terry was born December 3, 1942 in Wichita, KS to the late Forest and Jane Lybarger. Survivors include his son, Forrest and wife, Teresa Lybarger; sister, Nancy Dodson, grandchildren, Wayne, Nathan, Brian, Austin, Avery, Hailey, Hanna, Neal, Nina, Phillip, Stephen, Hannah, Taylor, Tyler, Katelyn, Brianna, Landon, Brax and...
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