Obituaries
Local Obituaries for Wichita, Kansas
J. Diane Haag
Jan 26, 2026
J. Diane Haag, a cherished matriarch and beloved member of the Wichita community, passed away peacefully on January 26, 2026, at the age of 81. Born on November 12, 1944, in Memphis, Tennessee, Diane brought warmth, kindness, and an unwavering passion for life to everyone she encountered.
Diane moved to Wichita as a child where she attended Peterson Elementary before graduating...
Patricia Hysko
Jan 24, 2026
Patricia Broders Hysko passed away peacefully on January 24, 2026, in Wichita, Kansas.
Born on November 9, 1944, in Washington, D.C., Patricia was the daughter of John and Dorothy Broders. She graduated from Shenandoah Valley Academy, a boarding school in New Market, Virginia. Her compassion and desire to care for others led her to pursue a nursing degree at Emporia...
Laura L. Amburgey
Jan 23, 2026
Laura L. Amburgey, 66, Registered Nurse, passed away on Friday, January 23, 2026. No services are scheduled at this time.
Laura was preceded in death by her husband, Jeffrey Amburgey; daughter, Katie Amburgey; parents, Richard Langholz and Claudette Langholz; and brother, Bill Langholz. She is survived by her children, Megan Raymundo and Nicholas Amburgey (Kristin); siblings, Richard Langholz, Jr., Janice Eidemiller,...
Sushila Bhakta
Jan 22, 2026
Sushilabhen Makanbhai Bhakta was born in Ambheti, Gujurat India on August 29, 1947 to Makanbhai and Dhanibhen Khusal. The family moved to South Africa in 1950 whilst she was still in her youth where she would pursue her education. Thereafter, she immigrated to the United States in 1976. Her life journey would lead her and her husband Baldevbhai Bhakta to...
Robert N. "Bob" Carriker
Jan 21, 2026
Robert N. "Bob" Carriker, beloved husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, passed away peacefully on January 21, 2026, in Wichita, Kansas, at the age of 81. Born on October 21, 1944, in Washington, D.C., Bob lived a life filled with love, dedication, and service to others.
After completing his Bachelor's Degree in Economics from Midwestern University in Wichita Falls, TX, Bob eventually...
Robert Schaller
Jan 21, 2026
Robert Leon Schaller, 89, passed away Wednesday, January 21, 2026. Bob was born July 13, 1936 to parents, Theodore and Mary Schaller. He is preceded in death by his parents; his loving wife, Pat Schaller; and brothers, Jim Schaller, and Gordon Schaller. Bob was a proud veteran of the United States Army. He is survived by sons and daughters-in-law, Randy...
Juan Luis Martinez
Jan 20, 2026
Juan Luis Martinez passed away on January 20th, 2026 in Wichita, Kansas. He was husband to Melissa.
Juan was born in Wichita, Kansas, on October 6, 1980. He was the son of Jose Luis and Angela Martinez. Juan graduated from Cowley County Community College and served in the US Navy for 8 years with an Honorable Discharge followed by continued education....
Kim Taylor Epley
Jan 20, 2026
Kim Taylor Epley was born in Abilene, Kansas and raised in Wichita, Arizona, and Michigan. She loved spending summer vacations with her grandparents in central Kanas. Always independent, Kim worked her way through school, earning Bachelor's & Master's degrees from Wichita State University and Baker University. She was an educator with Wichita Public Schools for 29 years. Kim had a...
Kristine Ancona-Baker
Jan 19, 2026
Kristine Marie Ancona-Baker, 75, passed away peacefully on Monday, January 19, 2026, surrounded by her loving daughters.
Kristine was born on May 2, 1950, in Omaha, Nebraska, to Joseph and Darlene Ancona. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Terry Baker; and her sister, JoAnn “Jody” Ancona.
She is survived by her daughters and sons-in-law, Carrie and Chris Tarzon,...
Jim Carl
Jan 19, 2026
Jim Carl, 66, passed away on Monday, January 19, 2026. No service is planned for this time. Jim is survived by his wife, Kathy Carl; niece, Stephanie Ludiker (Alexander Coker); along with a host of other nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, Jack Carl, Sr., and Catherine Carl, and sister, Glenda Gulick. Share condolences at...
Tyler Boyd
Jan 19, 2026
Tyler Boyd, 29, passed away on Monday, January 19, 2026. Visitation with family present, will be held on Monday, Jan. 26, from 5:30-7:30 pm, at Broadway Mortuary, 1147 S. Broadway. Celebration of Life Service, 3:30 pm, Tuesday, Jan. 27, at NewSpring Church, 12200 E. 21st St. N.
Tyler is survived by his parents, Keith Boyd and Debbie Boyd; siblings, Kendall Boyd...
Cynthia Marie Patterson
Jan 18, 2026
Cynthia Marie Trezise Patterson, 49, Dollar General Store Manager, passed away Sunday, January 18, 2026 at her home in Bel Aire, KS. Cyndi was born March 2, 1976 in Wichita, KS. She graduated from Buhler High School and spent her entire career in Merchandising and Retail. Cyndi's family and career were a very important part of her life. She was...
Lillian Fitchett
Jan 18, 2026
Lillian Theresa Johnston Fitchett, 91, passed away Sunday, January 18, 2026. Lillian was born on October 24, 1934, to parents, Albert and Clementine Brungardt. Throughout her life she was amazingly hard-working, having to raise a family of 5 children on her own, after her first husband, Melvin, passed away while they were still young. Outside of raising her family, Lillian...
Renee Chapman
Jan 18, 2026
Sherry Renee Chapman, 63, Homemaker, passed away Sunday, January 18, 2026. Renee was born August 27, 1962 to Foy and Sherry Taylor. She was preceded in death by her father, Foy Taylor. Renee is survived by her husband of 18 years, Darrin Chapman. She also leaves behind her mother, Sherry Johnson; children, Chris (Claudia) Woodmanse, Nakita (Brandon) Crissinger, Nicholas Chapman,...
Fr. Andrew L. Powell
Jan 16, 2026
Fr. Andrew L. Powell, 64, an Anglican Priest, brother, uncle, and friend, passed away on Friday, January 16, 2026. There will be a Funeral Service honoring his life on Tuesday, January 27th, 10:30 am, at Central Christian Church (Chapel), 2900 N. Rock Rd, Wichita, Kansas. A Memorial Service will also be held on Saturday, February 7th, 1:00 pm at St....
Glenda Holt
Jan 16, 2026
Glenda was born in Caney, Kansas, to Glen and Lila Perdue, arriving into the world on her grandparents’ farm — a place that would shape her lifelong love of rural life and hard work. As the oldest of seven children, she embraced responsibility early, helping her parents and guiding her younger siblings with patience and care. Her family later moved...
Trey Houlden
Jan 12, 2026
Trey Jacob Houlden, 32, of Wichita, Kansas, passed away on January 12, 2026, in his hometown. Born on June 26, 1993, in Wichita.
From a young age, Trey demonstrated a fierce dedication to wrestling, a sport that became a defining part of his life. Through countless hours of training and unwavering commitment, he rose to become a 6A state champion in...
Merle R. Dodson
Jan 11, 2026
Merle Richard Dodson, 86, passed away on Sunday, January 11, 2026 in Wichita, KS. Family is planning a Celebration of Life Service for a date in the future.
Merle was preceded in death by his parents, Erwin and Zenith Dodson; brother, Lavon Dodson; and sister, Darlene Snyder. He is survived by his longtime spouse, Karen Dodson; children, Jeffrey Richard Dodson (Elisa)...
Glenn A. Clark
Jan 6, 2026
Glenn A. Clark, a dedicated educator and beloved family man, passed away on January 6, 2026, in Wichita, Kansas. He was born on January 26, 1930, in Gracemont, Oklahoma. Glenn lived a life marked by service—to his country, community, church, and family.
Glenn proudly served in the United States Army during the Korean War from June 1951 to May 1953. After...
Jerold L. "Jerry" Liebst
Jan 4, 2026
Jerold Lee Liebst passed away on Sunday, January 4, 2026 surrounded by his family.
Jerry is survived by his wife Carol, son Brandon and wife Ange; daughter Casey and husband Brett; granddaughter Ryan Toomay; siblings Craig, Bruce and wife Maria, Brad and wife Susan, Mark and Sally, Layne and wife Terrie, Michelle Hoffmann and husband Klaus, and many nieces and nephews....
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