Obituaries
Local Obituaries for Wichita, Kansas
William "Bill" Gathings Sr.
Apr 6, 2025
William “Bill” Gathings Sr., 85, passed away peacefully, surrounded by family, joining the love of his life, Georgia Carol, in eternal rest. Born on March 24, 1940, in North Carolina, Bill lived a full and meaningful life grounded in love, faith, and deep devotion to his family.
After reconnecting with Georgia Carol, they were married on August 31, 1987, and together...
James Edward Sanders
Apr 3, 2025
In the quiet moments of April 3rd, 2025, time stood still. James Edward Sanders left us, as gentle as a falling leaf on a hill. Most knew him as James, but all knew him as "Bud", a name that echoed like a whisper in the wind. Bud was preceded in death by his beloved Patricia Irene Sanders, the rock upon...
Richard Martin
Apr 3, 2025
In Loving Memory of Richard Everett Martin
July 3, 1924 – April 3, 2025
Richard Everett Martin, 100, passed peacefully into the arms of his Savior on April 3, 2025. A devoted husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, he lived a life of faith, love, and service.
Born July 3, 1924, in Wichita, KS, to the late Harold and Jesse Martin, Richard grew up...
Emma Rogers
Apr 2, 2025
Emma C. Rogers, a beloved mother, devoted wife, and cherished friend, passed away on April 2, 2025, in Wichita, Kansas, at the age of 53. Born on December 20, 1971, in Perth, Western Australia, Emma leaves behind a legacy of kindness, empathy, and unwavering dedication to her family and community.
Emma's career was marked by a commitment to service and a...
Robert E. Folkers
Mar 29, 2025
Robert E. Folkers, affectionately known as Bob, was born on February 22, 1942, in Wichita, Kansas. He departed this earthly life on March 29, 2025, leaving behind a legacy enriched by his caring heart and industrious spirit.
From a young age, Bob exhibited an extraordinary work ethic, beginning his journey at just 12 years old at his father's shop, Folker's Supply....
Claudia Morales
Mar 25, 2025
Claudia Morales passed away on Tuesday, March 25th, in Wray, Colorado.
Claudia was one of the most giving and selfless souls you could ever meet. Though she didn’t have much financially, she always kept an open door and a hot meal ready for anyone in need—and we mean anyone. From offering housing to those without a place to stay to being...
Pat Williams
Mar 23, 2025
Pat Williams, born on October 10, 1948, entered into eternal rest on March 23, 2025. She is survived by her loving husband, Daryl Williams; daughter, Amy Williams; son, Andrew Williams; daughter-in-law, Amy Ferrell Williams; mother, Edie Wedel; brother, Chuck H. Squires Jr.; sister-in-law, Theresa Squires; brother, Tom Squires; sister-in-law, Linda; and many cousins, nieces, and nephews.
Pat's life was marked by...
Norma Pearson
Mar 23, 2025
Norma Eilleen Pearson (Martin), born on December 14, 1934, in Abilene, Kansas, passed away peacefully on March 23, 2025, surrounded by the love she spent a lifetime so freely giving.
To know Norma was to know unconditional love. Her life was one of quiet strength, boundless generosity, and the kind of warmth that could calm any storm. She was the heart...
Donna Sue Hayden
Mar 22, 2025
Donna was born in Wichita, Kansas to Harold and Daisy Rees on December 23rd, 1946. She loved everyone with unconditional love. She was a mother, sister, grandmother, and great-grandmother. She had many nieces and nephews. She was a loving wife, friend, and companion. You never left her presence without a hug and an "I love you."
She was preceded in death...
Polly Beckman Downing
Mar 22, 2025
Polly J. Beckman Downing, age 64, passed away with her Husband and Son by her side on Saturday, March 22, 2025, at Wesley Woodlawn Hospital in Wichita. A loving and devoted daughter, wife, mother and friend. She was born August 26, 1960, in Omaha, NE and soon adopted to a loving home by her parents, Harold "Beck" and Avis Beckman...
Eric Wright
Mar 20, 2025
Eric Jay Wright, 59, Child of God, went home to be with Jesus, Thursday, March 20, 2025 at his home in Wichita, KS. Eric was born on September 5,1965 in Omaha, NE to the late Rudy and Betty Wright. He was also preceded in death by his infant sister, Melody Wright and his brother-in-law, Tim Beem. Survivors include his wife of...
John Hajjar
Mar 20, 2025
John Phillip Hajjar, 80, passed away Thursday, March 20, 2025. Funeral service celebrating John's life will be at 11:00am, Thursday, March 27 at Wichita South Seventh Day Adventist Church. Burial at Harper City Cemetery in Harper, Kansas will follow the funeral service. John is preceded in death by his parents, Phillip and Evie Hajjar; and brother, Nicholas Hajjar. He is...
Stuart Brown
Mar 19, 2025
Stuart Alan Brown, 66, retired Humphrey Products employee, passed away Wednesday, March 19, 2025 in Wichita, KS. Stuart was born March 13, 1959 in Shreveport, LA to the late William and Peggy Brown, III. Stuart was also preceded in death by his brother, Marshall Ross Brown. Survivors include his wife of 45 years, Donna; son, Kevin and wife, Crystal Brown;...
Wanda Hoppock
Mar 18, 2025
Wanda Charlene Hoppock (Phillips) was born on December 6, 1932 to Roy and Bonnie Phillips in Osage, Arkansas and went to be with Jesus on March 18, 2025 at 92 years of age after a multi-year struggle with dementia. She grew up in the hills of Northwest Arkansas near the community of Rudd. Her childhood was spent working in the...
Kerry Potter
Mar 18, 2025
Kerry Potter, aged 68, of Wichita, KS, passed away on March 17, 2025, at St.Francis Hospital. Born on May 24, 1956, in Anthony, Kansas, Kerry was a cherished husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather, and friend whose presence brought joy and laughter to all who had the privilege of knowing him.
A proud graduate of Haven High School in the class of...
Steve Sloan
Mar 18, 2025
Steve Sloan, passed away on March 18, 2025, in Wichita, Kansas. Born on October 13, 1957, in Garden City, Kansas. He graduated from Garden City High School and went on to earn a bachelor’s degree from Wichita State University. Following his education, Steve devoted the majority of his career to the banking industry, eventually concluding his professional journey with Protection...
Edwin Allison
Mar 13, 2025
Edwin DeVent Allison, 79, retired Field Supervisor, Wichita Mid-Continent Airport, passed away in his home, Thursday, March 13, 2025. Edwin was born January 2, 1946, in Vici, Oklahoma, to the late Jasper and Lois (White) Allison. He was the fourth of five children; two sisters, Marvel and Crystal and two brothers, Cecil “CL” and Dennis.
Ed was educated in his early...
Jacqueline McNaughten
Mar 12, 2025
Jacqueline “Jaci” McNaughten, beloved mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away on March 12, 2025, at the age of 78. She was born on January 19, 1947, in Fairbury, Nebraska to parents, Jack and Lela Barber. Jaci led a life characterized by her unwavering kindness, dedication to family, and the countless friendships she forged throughout her journey.
Jaci graduated from the...
Lois Jean Brane
Mar 11, 2025
Lois Jean Brane (Hutton), 93, beloved Mother, Grandmother, and Great-Grandmother, aunt and friend, born 14 June 1931, passed into eternal life, 11 March 2025.
Lois was born in Emporia, KS to George Edward “Ed” and Grace Arlene Hutton. She moved to Wichita, KS in September 1944 and attended Willard elementary, Roosevelt middle school and graduated from East high school in 1949....
Georgia C. Gathings
Mar 10, 2025
Georgia Carol Gathings, 81, passed away peacefully on Monday, March 10, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. She was born on July 3, 1943, to John and Bessie Ingram in North Carolina, the youngest of eight siblings.Georgia Carol reconnected with the love of her life, Bill Gathings Sr., and they were married on August 31, 1987. Together, they built a...
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