Obituaries
Local Obituaries for Wichita, Kansas
Bill Barnard
Sep 8, 2026
William Birkby Barnard ("Bill") June 15, 1948 – September 8, 2026
Bill Barnard, 78, passed away on September 8, 2026, with his sons by his side.
Born in Shenandoah, Iowa, on June 15, 1948, to the late Robert and Ruthella Barnard, Bill was known for his quiet strength, strong work ethic and unwavering dedication to his family. Throughout his life, Bill...
Wanda Lola Baker
Sep 7, 2026
Wanda (Walker) Baker, loving wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother, left this world on Monday, September 7, 2026 to be with her Lord and reunited with many family members and friends! She was preceded in death by her mother Pauline (Jachimski) Walker and her father Willard Perry (Mickey) Walker, a precious granddaughter Gracie Lou Morris and the sweetest great-grandson Aiden Baker....
John Norman Wells
Sep 5, 2026
John Norman Wells, age 91, of Wichita, Kansas, passed away peacefully on September 5th in the comfort of his home. Born on December 11th 1934 in Denver, Colorado to parents Sydney and Delores (Engle) Wells. The charisma which was John bloomed in childhood. He studied the discipline of Judo starting at age 5, and also took dance lessons. The latter...
Tait Luce
Sep 5, 2026
Taiten “Tait” Matthew Luce was born on April 28, 2004, and welcomed by his overjoyed parents, siblings, and extended family. He lived a tragically short yet extremely full life, leaving a legacy of love and passion for the right things in the world when he went to be with his first love and Savior Jesus Christ, our King of Kings...
Gwen Gordon
Sep 4, 2026
Mamma G carried a special fire! A fire that brought light into every room and burned away the discomfort of superficial interaction, hence her name Mamma G. With beauty, brains, boldness, and gentleness it was easy to speak with her about deep personal things and welcome her as a loved one. She believed everything should be taken to God in...
Johnny Peterson
Sep 2, 2026
Johnny Duane Peterson, 39, passed away Wednesday, September 2, 2026 in Wichita, Kansas. Johnny was born on October 21, 1986 in Topeka, Kansas to his parents, Mark and Kathey Peterson. He is survived by his parents; his loving wife of 12 years, Ashley Peterson; children, Mackenzie Wardlow, Matthew Kristinat, and Colton Peterson; sisters and brothers-in-law, Marcie and Kevin Kaup, and...
Mark David Bloomquist
Sep 1, 2026
Mark Bloomquist
1966-2026
Mark Bloomquist, father, son, brother, uncle, and friend, passed away on September 1st 2026 at the age of 60.
Mark, who was born in Green Bay, Wisconsin, always cherished his hometown and was a devoted Green Bay Packers fan. He had a wide range of interests, a strong sense of adventure, and a real appreciation for creating lasting memories. Mark...
Cheryl Hill
Sep 1, 2026
Cheryl Lynn Wisdom Hill, 71, died September 1, 2026. She was born in Wichita, Kansas, on September 6, 1954, the second child of Stan Wisdom and Norma Jean Prigmore. At 12 years old, she moved to Augusta, Kansas after her mother married Louis Weiss and blended the two Wisdom kids with the five Weiss kids. Cheri received a master’s degree...
Anne Nicholas
Aug 31, 2026
Anne Louise Marsh Nicholas passed away on Monday, August 31, 2026, in Wichita, Kansas.
Born in December 1946, in Bryan, Texas, her life journey began as the third of six children born to Denver Curtis Marsh, Sr. and Alzada Wells Marsh. She spent her formative years on a cotton farm outside Waxahachie, Texas, where she learned the values of compassion, friendship,...
Melba Katherine Langenegger
Aug 31, 2026
Melba Katherine Langenegger, 91, retired Dillons Deli Department employee, passed away Monday, August 31, 2026 in Wichita, KS. Melba was born December 31, 1934 in Newton, KS to the late Pete and Margaret Androes. She was also preceded in death by her daughter, Karen Langenegger; brothers, Willard, Leslie and Paul Androes; and sisters, Betty Harmony and Dorothy Foust, and ex-husband,...
Rosemary Hartley
Aug 30, 2026
Services celebrating Rosemary's life will be at 1:00pm, Saturday, September 12th, at the Christian Faith Center in Wichita.
Carol Marie London
Aug 30, 2026
Carol Marie London, 76, of Wichita, Kansas, passed away at home on August 30, 2026, surrounded by her family. She was born on March 2, 1950, in Wichita, Kansas.
Carol’s life was marked by devotion to her family, her faith, and the care of others. A graduate of Southeast High School in Wichita, she also attended Wichita State University. She was...
F. William "Bill" Nicholson
Aug 29, 2026
F. William “Bill” Nicholson, beef industry executive, commodity futures trader, and a joyful, generous man died surrounded by family at his home in Wichita, Kansas on August 29, following a series of cascading health issues. He was born on February 15, 1941, in Le Mars, Iowa, the third child of Richard and Apollonia Beck Nicholson.
Nicholson was third generation “beef.” His...
Jayson Cinotto
Aug 27, 2026
Jayson Kenneth Cinotto, 53, was born in Wichita, Kansas to Kenneth and Patricia (Clinesmith) Cinotto. He passed away on August 27, 2026. He graduated in 1991 from Maize High School. He dedicated 25 years of his career to Coca-Cola Enterprises, beginning as a mechanic and working his way up to Fleet Supervisor. He then worked for 7 years for Cargill...
Sonja Franklin
Aug 27, 2026
Sonja Jeanette Franklin, 87, passed away on Thursday, August 27, 2026. Sonja was born in Independence, Kansas on August 17, 1939, to parents Arthur and Dorothy Errickson. In her childhood, she enjoyed growing up with her brother Eric in Iola, KS. She was a Kansas girl through and through living in Overland Park, Yates Center, Winfield, Council Grove, Columbus, Kansas...
Kathryn Louise Jackson
Aug 27, 2026
Kathryn Louise Jackson, 74, retired Accountant, passed away August 27, 2026. Kathy was born October 3, 1951 in Wichita, KS to the late Ivan and Ruth Killough. She was also preceded in death by her husband Earl; brother Patrick Killough and sister-in-law, Pauline Killough. Survivors include her daughter, Tina Lewis; brother Michael Killough; granddaughter, Alycia and husband Noah Hoebener and...
Kathy Palacios
Aug 23, 2026
Kathryn Marie Palacios, 65, passed away Sunday, August 23, 2026. She was born on October 31, 1960 in Wichita, Kansas to parents, Myrle Telford and Carol Smith. Kathy's preceded in death by her parents; son, Humberto Palacios; brother, Michael Telford; and grandchildren, Lylah, and Enrique. She is survived by children, Sara (Jose) Mosqueda, Luis D. Palacios Jr., Angelica (Marcelino Alvarez)...
Barbara E. Conyers
Aug 22, 2026
Barbara Conyers, 85, was born September 28, 1940 in Burns, KS. She was the youngest of 10 children born to George Winter and Rachel Lipps.
Barbara graduated from Virgil High School, then went on to graduate from cosmetology school. She worked many years as a hair dresser. She also served as a paraprofessional for Wichita School District where she retired in...
David R. Goates
Aug 21, 2026
David Ray Goates, 67, passes away on August 21, 2026. A Graveside Service has been planned for 10:00 am, Tuesday, September 8, at Greenwood Cemetery, 6231 W. 47th St. S.
David was preceded in death by his parents, Elmo and Faye Goates; sisters, Linda Lumley and Wilma Luce; and brother, George Goates. Survivors include a host of several extended family members...
Robert Allen Nickelson
Aug 21, 2026
Robert Allen Nickelson, 86, passed away on Friday, August 21, 2026. A Graveside Urn Committal Service is going to be held at 10:00 am, Wednesday, September 2, at White Chapel Cemetery, 1824 N. Oliver.
Robert was preceded in death by his parents, Robert and Vyonne Nickelson, and is survived by his wife, Sandra Nickelson; son, Daniel Nickelson; and grandchild, Kaylee.
Robert was...
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