Obituaries
Local Obituaries for Wichita, Kansas
Kay Nelson
Jul 7, 2023
Kay Nelson, passed away on July 7, 2023, leaving behind a legacy of love and kindness. She was born on April 26, 1939, in Wichita, Kansas, to her loving parents Vernon Cummins and Rose Mae Cummins. Kay was a devoted wife to her husband Gary Nelson and a proud mother to her sons and daughters-in-law, Alan and Cathy Nelson, Mark...
Charles Osburn
Jul 6, 2023
Charles Osburn, 45, passed away Thursday, July 6, 2023. Family will be holding private services at a later date. Charles was preceded in death by his mother, Cheryl Osburn and survived by his wife, Rebecca Osburn; niece, Scarlett Wilcox; nephew, Xander Wilcox; stepmother, Shelly Wilcox; brother-in-law, Charles Wilcox, and many friends. Charles was an avid cyclist and will be greatly...
Christine Kathryn Galichia
Jul 5, 2023
Crissy Galichia, born on June 8, 1978, passed away on July 5, 2023. She was a remarkable individual who touched the lives of many with her loving and joyful spirit.Crissy had an uncanny ability to understand when someone needed a hug or a listening ear. Her emotional intelligence was at a genius level, allowing her to sense when people...
Karen A. Wells
Jul 5, 2023
Karen A. Wells, 86, passed away Wednesday, July 5, 2023. Celebration of Life Service, 10 am, Tuesday, July 11, at Mercy Hill Church, 2110 W. 45th St. S. Karen was preceded in death by her son, Kevin Wells; mother, Berniece Knight; brothers, Eddie Knight and Buddy Knight; and sisters, Jean Aragon, Donna Dottery, and LaVerne Rice. Survivors include her husband,...
Alice L. Wyssman
Jul 4, 2023
Alice was born in Grant City, Missouri to Francis and Rex Friday, November 3, 1932. They moved to Wichita, Kansas where she was Baptised and Confirmed on December 31, 1950, at Immanuel Lutheran Church. She worked many different jobs over her lifetime, but being an artist with many different crafts showcased her talents and skills. Alice loved working with her...
Gretchen Andeel
Jul 4, 2023
Gretchen Andeel, whose life’s work toward equality in education changed the trajectory of the lives of thousands of students, teachers, and families, passed away on July 4, 2023 after a long illness. She was 82.
Gretchen was born and raised in Hays, Kansas, the daughter of a flour miller and a schoolteacher, and the middle of three children....
Eileen Ruth Fessenden
Jul 3, 2023
Eileen Ruth Fessenden, 88, of Wichita passed away July 3, 2023. She retired from Wichita Nephrology Group.
Eileen was born February 22, 1935 in Wichita, to Theodore and Helen (Lipke) Lohkamp. She was reared and educated in Wichita, graduating from the Blessed Sacrament High School in 1953.
Eileen enjoyed playing cards with her senior center ladies. She enjoyed the YMCA...
Bobby Crawford
Jul 3, 2023
Bobby Crawford, 83, passed away Monday, July 3, 2023. No services are being held at this time. Bobby is survived by his wife, Lana Crawford; son, Patrick Phillips; daughters, Stefanie Stowe and Terri Casanova; 9 grandchildren; 6 great-grandchildren; and niece, Annette Jones. Share condolences at www.cozine.com. Arrangements by Cozine Memorial Group- Broadway Mortuary.
Janet Danitschek
Jun 27, 2023
Janet Louise Danitschek, 80, passed away Tuesday, June 27, 2023. Private services will be held. Janet is preceded in death by her parents, Laurence and Lucy Brammer; brothers, Larry Brammer, and Jim Brammer; and brother-in-law, Jim Graham. She is survived by son and daughter-in-law, Daniel and Joan Danitschek; daughter and son-in-law, Janell and Charles Longa; siblings, Judy Graham, Jacque (Bob)...
Roger Lee Williams
Jun 26, 2023
Roger Lee Williams, "Bubba", went to be with the Lord on June 26, 2023. Bubba wasborn in Shreveport, Louisiana in 1931. He was faithfully and joyfully married to Sara Gene for sixty-one years. He served four years in the Navy Reserve.He graduated from Louisiana Tech with a degree in mechanical engineering. He was a brilliant pipeline engineer and his career...
Kathleen Wingert
Jun 26, 2023
Kathleen Ann (Barton) Wingert, age 87, went to be with her Lord on June 26, 2023. A celebration of life service will be held on Friday, June 30, 2023 at 1:00pm, at Ridgepoint Church in Wichita. Casual attire is encouraged and K-State attire would bring a smile to her face. Kathy was born to Ross and Maude Esther Barton in...
Albert Spencer
Jun 26, 2023
Albert Spencer, beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend, passed away on June 26th, 2023 in Wichita, KS. He was born on January 21st, 1941 in Nevada, MO to Roy and Beatrice Spencer.Albert lived a fulfilling life surrounded by his loved ones. He married Mary Ann Spencer and had three children; David, Edward and Jeffery. Albert later married Sue Ann Spencer...
Dianne Lynn Coffey
Jun 25, 2023
Dianne Lynn Coffey, 64, passed away Sunday, June 25, 2023. No services will be scheduled at this time. Dianne was preceded in death by her parents, George and Marlene Gawne; her brothers, Phillip and Joseph Gawne; and her sister, Cindy Gawne. She is survived by her husband, John Coffey; children, Christen Guthrie, TJ Guthrie, and Brittany Guthrie; brother, Glen Gawne; sister,...
Scott Smith
Jun 25, 2023
Scott Andrew Smith, 58, quality assurance lab tech at Bombardier Learjet, passed away Sunday, June 25, 2023. Visitation will be from 1:30-2:00pm, Friday, June 30, at Broadway Mortuary. Funeral service will begin at 2:00pm, Friday, June 30, also at Broadway Mortuary. Scott is preceded in death by his father, Charles Smith; mother, Carol Evans; and brothers, Charles Smith, Jr, and...
Mary Maze
Jun 23, 2023
Mary Maze, 97, passed away Friday, June 23, 2023. She was born on July 2, 1925, to Charles and Retha Prewitt in Independence, MO. She attended Business College after high school in the Kansas City area and then went on to work for the Wichita Board of Education until retirement. She has been a member of Beta Sigma Phi since...
Paul Champagne
Jun 22, 2023
Paul Eugene Champagne, 78, passed away Thursday, June 22, 2023. Visitation with family will be from 6-8pm, Tuesday, June 27, at Broadway Mortuary. Graveside service will be at 10am, Wednesday, June 28, at Kensington Gardens. Paul is preceded in death by his parents, Lawrence Champagne, and Mary Miller; wife, Tracy Champagne; sister, Tina Coleman; and brother, Lonnie Miller, Jr. He...
Robert Lee Barrow
Jun 21, 2023
Robert L. (Bob) Barrow, a retired postal carrier, passed away on June 21, 2023, in his hometown of Wichita. He was 85 years old.
Born on August 4, 1937, in Wichita, Bob was the son of Pearl and Bettie Barrow. Bob was a loving husband to his wife, Myrna Barrow, and a loving father to their children. He is...
Beverly Ann Morales
Jun 19, 2023
It is with a heavy heart that we announce the passing of Beverly Ann Morales, who passed away peacefully on June 19, 2023, surrounded by her loving family. She was born in Chicago, Illinois on June 14, 1954, to Arthur and Virginia Gonzalez. She was preceded in death by her parents, one sister, and one brother. She is survived by her...
Nancy Ann McDonough-Harmening
Jun 18, 2023
Nancy Ann McDonough-Harmening went home to be with her Lord and Savior on Sunday, June 18, 2023, while crossing the street to attend evening mass at Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church.
Nancy was born on November 13, 1952 to her parents Joseph Vincent and Ella Frances McDonough.
Nancy was preceded in death by her parents and husband Bob Harmening. Nancy is...
Lois Dodd
Jun 17, 2023
Lois Ann Dodd, 90, passed away Saturday, June 17, 2023. Graveside service will be at 1:00pm, Friday, June 23, at Robbins Cemetery in Coffeyville, Kansas. Lois is preceded in death by parents, Strawder and Blanche Prouty; and husband, Wendell Dodd. Survivors include sons, William (Debbie) Stansifer, and Robert Stansifer; daughter-in-law, Susan Stansifer; brother, Jim Prouty; grandchildren, Michael (Miranda) Stansifer, Amy...
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