Local Obituaries for Wichita, Kansas

Oct 19, 2026

Thomas “Tom” Veltman, 72, passed away on October 19, 2026.

Born in Chardon, Ohio, Tom grew up in Weslaco, Texas, and went on to build a life filled with family, adventure, laughter, and love. He proudly served in the United States Air Force for 12 years and later dedicated 22 years of his career to Wichita State University. He shared 44...

Oct 19, 2026

Michael Anthony Hernandez, 60, passed away on October 19, 2026. He was born on September 7, 1966 in Wichita, Kansas to parents, Lewis and Roseanna Hernandez. Michael is preceded in death by his father, Lewis Hernandez; and brother, Emiliano Hernandez. He is survived by his loving wife of 28 years, Suzy Hernandez; his mother, Roseanna Hernandez; daughters, Alexis (Barry Nelson,...

Oct 19, 2026

DONALD K. STEPHAN (March 7, 1934 – Oct. 19, 2026)

WICHITA, Kansas – Donald K. Stephan, 92, founder and retired president of the Wichita-based Stephan Advertising Agency, died Monday, Oct. 19, 2026. A memorial service is scheduled for 7 p.m., Monday, Oct. 26 at St. George Orthodox Christian Cathedral, with a celebration of life and fellowship to follow at 11 a.m.,...

Oct 18, 2026

In Loving Memory of Carol Jean Kerns

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Carol Jean Kerns (Harms), age 70, of Wichita, Kansas, who passed away on October 18, 2026.

Carol was born and raised in Sumner, Iowa, the daughter of Charles and Dorlene (Stahlhut) Harms. She graduated from Sumner High School in 1974 and Young’s School of...

Oct 18, 2026

Diane Elaine Wiser, 84, went to be with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on Sunday, October 18, 2026.

Diane was born in Wichita, Kansas, to Lewis and Mable Massey and spent her life in the Wichita area. She graduated from North High School, married, and was blessed with three children.

Diane was preceded in death by her parents, Lewis and Mable...

Oct 15, 2026

Thomas Dale “Tom” White, AKA Thomas Blanco, AKA the World’s Most Interesting Man (in more ways than one), left us on October 15, 2026, at home with his wife, Teresa, two weeks shy of his 84th birthday.

Tom was born in El Dorado, Kansas, to Erman Ben White and Helen Mae (McKown) White. He graduated from El Dorado High School in...

Oct 15, 2026

In Loving Memory of Sheila Hitz

Sheila Jean Hitz, born September 27, 1948; a beloved mother, grandmother, and faithful servant of the Lord, passed away on Thursday, October 15th, 2026, leaving behind a legacy of love, faith, and cherished memories that will live on in the hearts of all who knew her.

Her faith in the Lord was the foundation of her...

Oct 13, 2026

Constance Diane Flesch Green, of Haysville, Kansas, went to be with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on October 13, 2026. Born on May 19, 1950, in Wichita, Kansas. Connie lived a life marked by faith, devotion to her family, and a love that extended across generations.

Above all else, Connie loved Jesus. In the early 1970s, she gave her life...

Oct 12, 2026

Oct 12, 2026

William G. Young, II, 62, retired Boeing/Spirit inspector after 36 years. William was born in Wichita, KS to the late William and Mary Young. William leaves behind his wife of 32 years, Denise, and his 3 sons, Dillon (Hayleigh) Young, Benton (Dominique) Young, Noah Young and his grandchildren, Freya, Violet and Dahlia. A Celebration of Life will be held 2:00pm,...

Oct 10, 2026

Cherri Diane Murray, 79, passed away Saturday, October 10 in Wichita, Kansas. Cherri was born on March 22, 1947 in Rice Lake, Wisconsin to parents, Carl and Eunice Wiese, who preceded her in death.

Cherri is preceded in death by her loving husband, Philip Murray, and brothers, Russell Wiese, Irvin Wiese, Glen Wiese and Larry Wiese.

Cherri leaves behind her sister, Phyllis...

Oct 10, 2026

Eugene Terrill Logan, known to family and friends as Gene, was born on October 15, 1933, in Wichita, the only child of Ira and Blanche Logan. Wichita and Salina, Kansas, were home to Gene for most of his life. 

On August 11, 1956, Gene married the love of his life, Margaret Ellen Dixon. August, 2026 Gene and Margaret celebrated their 70th...

Oct 10, 2026

Velma Mae Compton, 91, passed away October 10, 2026 in Wichita, KS. Velma was born December 4, 1934 in Anthony, KS to the late Virgil and Ollie Jones. She was also preceded in death by her husband, Kenneth Compton and brother, Glen Compton. Survivors include her sons, Steven Compton and Marty and his wife, Marta Compton. She also leaves behind...

Oct 9, 2026

Randall Duane “Randy” Smith, 77, passed away peacefully on October 9, 2026, in Wichita, Kansas. He was born on February 2,1949, to Duane Thomas Smith and Christine (Turk) Smith. 

Randy grew up spending summers boating on the Lake of the Ozarks aboard the family houseboat, The Royster Shell, and winters skiing Mount Crested Butte from the family’s cabin. He graduated from...

Oct 9, 2026

Michael Ray Ritchey, 87, passed away on October 9, 2026, in Wichita, Kansas. He was born on August 18, 1939, in Fort Worth, Texas to Donald and Nancy Ritchey. He lived a life marked by devotion to family, professional accomplishment, service, and genuine friendships.

Mike graduated from Handley High School in Fort Worth in 1957. At that time, recognizing that he...

Oct 7, 2026

Joan Juanita (Whitaker) Rethorst passed peacefully at home in the care of her family on October 7th, 2026, at the age of 97. Born on March 26, 1929 in Wichita, KS and, except for attending college in Colorado, she was a lifelong Wichita resident before going home to be with her Lord and Savior.

She was a licensed RN and served...

Oct 6, 2026

E. Diane MacLachlan, age 88 of Wichita, passed away peacefully Tuesday, October 6, 2026. Diane was born and raised in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, daughter of the late Lee and Juanita (Gray) Murray. Diane was preceded in death by her husband, Robert MacLachlan, as well as her beloved sister Estelle Myers and Estelle’s husband Dave. 

Diane was a beautiful person, with the most...

Oct 4, 2026

Barbara Rolph, a prominent community volunteer, civic supporter, and philanthropist in Wichita, Kansas, passed away peacefully on October 4, 2026. Born in Kansas City, MO, to Norman and Bonnie Fish on September 4, 1949, Barbara built a life centered on family, community service, and entrepreneurship alongside her husband of 54 years, David Rolph.

David and Barbara met at the University of...

Oct 4, 2026

In Loving Memory of Maudene BaileyJuly 27, 1933 - October 4, 2026Maudene Bailey, 93, passed away peacefully in the early morning hours of October 4, 2026, after spending her final days surrounded by the family who loved her.Maudene was born July 27, 1933, in Poughkeepsie to Jasper and Rosa Runsick. Throughout her 93 years, she called several cities and states home,...

Oct 3, 2026

Marlow Clarence Schaefer, 82, of Wichita, KS passed peacefully into the arms of his loving Savior on October 3, 2026, surrounded by his family. He was born on February 9, 1944 in Atchison, KS to Clarence and Eldred (nee Segerhammar) Schaefer. He graduated from Atchison High School in 1961, attended Concordia Teacher’s College in Seward, NE, and received his Bachelor’s...