Obituaries

Local Obituaries for Wichita, Kansas

Jane Taylor

Jane Taylor

Apr 11, 2020

Jane Frances (Fulton) Taylor, beloved mother, Nana, and Great-Nana, was born on September 22, 1937 in Manhattan, KS to Don Arthur Fulton and Myrna (Smith) Fulton. She died on April 11, 2020, surrounded by her daughters, in Wichita, KS. Don Fulton died in 1943, leaving his widow, Myrna, and six-year old daughter, Jane. In 1947, Myrna married Kenneth Alonzo...

Mark Kuwahara

Mark Kuwahara

Apr 11, 2020

Kuwahara, Mark S., 43, passed away Saturday, April 11, 2020. He was born June 30, 1976 in Wichita, Kansas, graduated from Friends University where he attended on a soccer scholarship. Mark was employed by Spirit Aerosystems where he worked for 13 years as a QA Inspector. He is survived by his wife of 14 years, Sarah (Harder) Kuwahara, daughter,...

Georgia Lambke

Georgia Lambke

Apr 9, 2020

Georgia Floyd Lambke, 90, died April 9, 2020, at her home in Wichita. She was born to Elijah and Marie Floyd on April 30, 1929, in Argonia, KS. Georgia married Phil Lambke on October 31, 1948. They made their home in Wichita until his death in 2008. She was preceded in death by her husband Phil, parents, and all...

Bonnie Hephner

Bonnie Hephner

Apr 6, 2020

On Monday, April 6th, 2020, we lost Bonnie.  Over the last 4 years, Alzheimer’s robbed her brain of memories, words and names but she never lost her ability to smile and chuckle – usually in response to one of Lonnie’s silly jokes.  She died peacefully, just before dinner, and her spirit fell into the arms of her Lord.

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Phillip DeVoss

Phillip DeVoss

Apr 1, 2020

Phillip H. DeVoss , 79, loving husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend, died April 1, 2020. Private services.

Phil was born to Dwight and Dorothy DeVoss on July 14, 1940 in Pratt, Kansas.  He attended Pratt High School where he met his future wife Patricia A Cole.  They were married in November 1961 and have...

Ethelyne "Brick" Callstrom

Ethelyne "Brick" Callstrom

Mar 28, 2020

Callstrom, Ethelyne “Brick” Mavis Wrench, 100 plus, passed away Saturday, March 28, 2020 at LakePoint Nursing Home where she resided for several months. Private family services will be held. Ethelyne was born June 24, 1919 to James Otis and Lena Margaret Wrench in Ottawa, Kansas. She married Martin Callstrom in Ottawa on October 5, 1941. Martin passed away May...

Cynthia Rhodes

Cynthia Rhodes

Mar 28, 2020

Rhodes, Cynthia K., was born April 8, 1941, in Larned, KS. Cynthia passed away March 28, 2020. Cyndi grew up in Radium, KS, where she graduated as Valedictorian of Radium High School, Class of 1959. Cyndi then graduated from Wichita Business College in 1960, which led to her career as a secretary. Cyndi worked for the United States Department...

Wilda Cook

Wilda Cook

Mar 25, 2020

Cook, Wilda L., 83, retired Medical Technician, passed away Wednesday, March 25, 2020. A memorial service will be held at a later date. Wilda was preceded in death by her parents, Harold and Opal Cook. Survivors include her sister, Shirley Prouse (Joe); niece, Robin Neas (Brent); and nephew, Scott Prouse (Teri). Share condolences and view Tribute Video at www.CozineMemorial.com....

Linda Heart

Linda Heart

Mar 21, 2020

Heart, Linda Sue, 68, retired Cessna Aircraft Co., Inspector, passed away Saturday, March 21, 2020. A Celebration of life will be held at a later date.  Preceded in death by parents, John and Olive Victoria McQuillan; step-father, Jack Turner; siblings, Carol Harris, Patricia Petersen, John McQuillan and Celia Figueroa. Survivors include her daughters, Susan and Eddie Stauffer and Kerri and...

Jean Hall

Jean Hall

Mar 19, 2020

Hall, Jean, 93, passed away Thursday, March 19, 2020. Funeral Services to be announced at a later date. Preceded in death by her husband, Harold and parents, Wayne and Esther Whitmore and brother, Dean Whitmore . Survivors include her son, Ted and wife Debbie Hall; grandson, Van Hall and great-grandson, Callum Hall, grandson, Sam and wife, Cassie Hall and great-grandhildren, Makenzie...

Kenneth Miller

Kenneth Miller

Mar 17, 2020

Miller, Kenneth W. "Kenny", 79, passed away Tuesday, March 17, 2020. Kenny was preceded in death by his parents, Raymond and Birtlee Miller and sister, Brenda Miller. Survivors include his wife, Mildred Miller; daughters, Trenia Arrington and Teresa Roberts (Greg); son, Kevin Miller; sisters, Della Lee (Chuck), Carolyn Olson (Bob), and Rosetta Blackmoore; 6 grandchildren, 10 great-grandchildren, and 1 great-great-grandchild....

Virginia Perez

Virginia Perez

Mar 17, 2020

Perez, Virginia G. “Ginny”, 75, former Machine Parts Inspector, Electromech Tech., passed away Tuesday, March 17, 2020. Family services will be held. Preceded in death by her husband, Marcos Perez; parents, Raymond and Patricia Turner; son, Richard Everitt and g-grandson, Christian Cook. Survivors include, daughters, Starla (Dick) Rutschman and Alicia Perez; sons, Scott (Michelle) Russell, Mark Perez, Jr. and...

Todd Allen

Todd Allen

Mar 16, 2020

Allen, Todd Willard, 53, passed away peacefully, March 16, 2020 from a cardiac arrest. Memorial Service will be 10:30 am, Saturday at Broadway Mortuary. Services will be live-streamed at www.CozineMemorial.com. Private interment will take place at a later date at the Oxford Cemetery. Todd was born July 2, 1966 in Wichita, KS and graduated from East High School in...

Marie Cooley

Marie Cooley

Mar 16, 2020

Cooley, Marie M.  92, passed away March 16, 2020.  Private Family Services will be held.  A Celebration of Life Reception to be held at a later date.  She was preceeded in death by parents, William and Rosa Becker:  husband, Kenneth Cooley; daughter, Pamela Slusser; and grandaughter, Melinda Slusser.  Survivors include daughters, Terry Keeter, Verla (Bill) Pope, Kathy (Alan) Gates;...

Wanda Bullins

Wanda Bullins

Mar 8, 2020

Wanda Pearl Bullins, 82, was born on February 25, 1938 in Oklahoma to Lee Edward and Mary Elizabeth (Evans) Hopper and entered into eternal rest on March 8, 2020 in La Mirada, Calif. Wanda is survived by 2 sons, Jeff and Darry, 4 brothers, Jerry, Donald, Robert, and Delbert as well as 2 sisters, Ruth and Jeannette. She is...

Frank Baker

Frank Baker

Mar 6, 2020

Baker, Frank "Joe", 64, retired Radiology Technician, passed away Friday, March 6, 2020 in Wichita, KS. Joe is preceded in death by his parents, John Baker and Twila Morrison; daughters, Lauren and Lindey. Survivors include his daughter, Jenna Hill (Shawn); brother, Jim Baker; sister, Laura Thomison; and granddaughter, Ainsley Hill. Graveside Service, 1 pm, Thursday, March 12, at Pleasant...

Frank Hoover

Frank Hoover

Mar 6, 2020

Frank William Hoover, age 73, retired Financial Advisor, passed away Friday, March 6, 2020. He was born in Wichita, Ks, graduated from West High School and Friends University. He was a member of Wagonmasters and an active supporter of Wichita Festivals.  He was proud and honored to be selected as Admiral Windwagon Smith XIV. He enjoyed golfing, piloting his hot...

Elsa Shofe

Elsa Shofe

Mar 6, 2020

Shofe, Elsa Marie, 83, Homemaker, passed away Friday, March 6, 2020. Elsa was preceded in death by her husband, John Edward Shofe, Jr. Survivors include her sons, John Shofe IV, Tom Shofe, and David Shofe (Sharon); siblings, Opal, Delores, Sondra, Cathy, Theresa, Eddie, and Richard; grandchildren, Jennifer, Aaron, and Trevor. Visitation with family will be held from 6-8 pm,...

Marlene Hendrixson

Marlene Hendrixson

Mar 5, 2020

Hendrixson, Marlene, 95, retired Frederick Plumbing Bookkeeper, passed away Thursday, March 5, 2020. Visitation 6-8:00pm, Wednesday, Broadway Mortuary. Private Graveside services will be held. A Celebration of Life Service will be held at a later date. Preceded in death by husband, Harry and son, Donald Hendrixson. Survivors include her son, Darren (Cheryl) Hendrixson; sisters, Norma Kemp and Ruth Ann...

Darlean McClure

Darlean McClure

Mar 5, 2020

Darlean McClure, 92, passed away Thursday, March 5, 2020. Darlean was preceded in death by her first and second husbands, Ronald McGlothern and Harold McClure; daughter, Teresa Jacobson; and son, Raymond McGlothern. Survivors include her son, Gary McGlothern (Margie); step-children, Stanley McClure (Kathy), Marsha Boggs (Steve), and Roger McClure (Tracy); 18 grandchildren and several great-grandchildren. Visitation with family, 6-8...