Obituaries

Local Obituaries for Wichita, Kansas

John Montgomery

John Montgomery

Jul 5, 2016

John R Montgomery, 66, Machinist, passed away Tuesday, July 5, 2016. John served his country during the Vietnam War in The United States Army and was preceded in death by his parents, Earl James and Cava Jean Montgomery; son, Clifton Montgomery; and brother, Sam Montgomery. Survivors include his sons, Cevin and Samuel Montgomery; daughter, Cameo Signor; grandchildren, Cevin John...

Frances Vose

Frances Vose

Jul 2, 2016

Vose, Frances Lillian, 91 years of age, passed away on Saturday, July 2, 2016, at Founders Crest-Comfort Care in Wichita, KS. “Fran” daughter of Frederick and Rosetta Wellham, loving wife of the late Roy E. Vose, Jr., passed away after a long battle with Alzheimer’s and Dementia. She is survived by her two daughters, Jayne Parde (Scott) of Portage,...

Robert Workman

Robert Workman

Jul 1, 2016

Workman, Robert “Bob” N., 80, retired Regional Manager, Oklahoma Wilbert Vault Co., passed away Friday, July 1, 2016. Visitation 6-8:00pm, Tuesday, Funeral Service 1:30pm, Wednesday, both at Broadway Mortuary. Preceded in death by his parents, Oscar and Kathleen Workman; 1st wife, Ila; son, Kent Slocum and sisters, Jackie Bailey and Barbara Bradley. Survivors include his wife, Nancy; sons, Cheno...

James Sanders

James Sanders

Jun 28, 2016

Sanders, James W. (Jim), all around “Good Guy”, passed away June 28, 2016 after sustaining head injuries from a fall. Surrounded by family and friends, he passed without pain or suffering. A memorial service will be held at 3:00 pm, Friday, July 8th, at Central Christian Church. Jim was a lifelong resident of Wichita, a graduate of Wichita State...

Danika Warstler

Danika Warstler

Jun 23, 2016

Our Angel Baby, Danika Ann-Marie Warstler, (3 years old), went to Heaven on Thursday, June 23, 2016. Danika was born on August 11, 2012, to parents DeVon Robert Warstler and Amanda Rochelle Patrick. An outgoing, captivating child, Danika was known by her family and friends to be sharp, witty, and big hearted. She loved dressing up, being read to,...

Shirley Roten

Shirley Roten

Jun 21, 2016

Shirley Sue Roten, 79, loving wife of Loyd “Leon” Roten, passed away Tuesday, June 21, 2016. Some of the many things Shirley will be remembered for was her infectious laugh and love of Panera coffee, gardening, going to garage sales, and attending car shows. Survivors include her husband; siblings, Phyllis Ellis, Bobby Liby, Joan Rundle (Gary), and Jerry Liby...

James Oglesby

James Oglesby

Jun 21, 2016

Oglesby, James Joseph “Jim”, 71, Beloved husband, father, grandfather and retired Boeing Tool Designer, passed away Tuesday, June 21, 2016. Visitation 6 – 8:00pm, Thursday, Broadway Mortuary. Funeral Service 1:30pm, Friday, St. Andrews Lutheran Church. Preceded in death by his parents, Joseph and Florence Oglesby, survivors include his wife of 42 years, Sue; daughter Mindy and husband Chris Holmes,...

William Hannon

William Hannon

Jun 21, 2016

Hannon, William R (Bill), 87, retired Wichita Police Captain went to be with his Lord on June 21. Memorial service will be held at Westwood Presbyterian, 8007 W Maple on Sat, July 2, 11:00 am. Our family lost a hero and our dear friend. He was a role model, teacher, and protector. He taught us how to live with...

Sibyl Dierolf

Sibyl Dierolf

Jun 19, 2016

Sibyl I. (Ruark) Dierolf, 83, passed away Sunday, June 19, 2016. She was born July 2, 1932 on a farm near Miller, Missouri. Her mother died 8 hours after her birth. She was raised by a great uncle and aunt who also raised her mother. Her father was left alone. She attended grade school at Stinson School near Miller...

Pam Koehlhoeffer

Pam Koehlhoeffer

Jun 17, 2016

Koehlhoeffer, Pam, 65, former D.A.V. employee and avid Wizard of Oz collector, passed away June 17, 2016. Visitation will be 6-8 pm Wednesday with Funeral Service 10am, Thursday, both at Broadway Mortuary. She was preceded in death by her parents, Earl and Esther Balding; brother, Donald Balding; and sister, Hazel Moss. Survivors include her loving husband, Jim Koehlhoeffer; sister,...

Leroy Taylor

Leroy Taylor

Jun 17, 2016

Taylor, Leroy Eugene, 81, retired Lineman, passed away June 17, 2016. Visitation will be 6-8 p.m., Wednesday, June 22, 2016 at Broadway Mortuary. Graveside Service will be 10 a.m., Thursday, June 23, 2016 at Old Mission Cemetery. He was preceded in death by parents, Amos and Virginia Taylor and beloved wife, Julia Taylor. Survivors include children, Chris (Melinda) Taylor,...

Charlotte Casey

Charlotte Casey

Jun 15, 2016

Casey, Charlotte, 61, passed away Wednesday, June 15, 2016. Visitation 6-8:00pm Friday, Broadway Mortuary. Graveside service 10:00am Saturday, Maple Grove Cemetery. Preceded in death by husbands, Willy Casey and Dean Bohannan; parents, Kenneth Morain and Alta Potts and 2 grandchildren. Survivors, daughters, Willean Casey (Arndra Williams) and Angie Elam; brother, Terry (Phyllis) Morain and several half, step and foster...

Mary Rea

Mary Rea

Jun 15, 2016

Rea, Mary Jo (Jody), 78, went to the Lord on June 15, 2016. She was born April 3, 1938. Her parents were Ralph and Beulah Evans. They, as well as her brother, Robert Evans and infant grandson, Stephen Warren, preceded her in death. Jody enjoyed traveling, fishing, camping, water skiing, and horseback riding. She enjoyed all sports, especially football...

Roger Roller

Roger Roller

Jun 14, 2016

Roger Wayne Roller passed away on June 14, 2016. He was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Shirley Rae Roller. Roger Roller was born on April 30th, 1923 in Cleveland, Oklahoma. After one year of college, he enlisted in the Army, joining the 269th Infantry Battalion and served for three years during World War II in France and...

Mark Carter

Mark Carter

Jun 14, 2016

Mark Richard “Dick” Carter, 83, beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, and uncle passed away June 14, 2016 at 2:45am, at the V.A. Hospice Unit with his family at his side. He was born in Cutler, Indiana to the late Mark Henry and Mary Catherine (Bordner) Carter on June 26, 1932. On June 20, 1954, he was married to...

Audrey Hughes

Audrey Hughes

Jun 10, 2016

Hughes, Audrey “Dee” June (Shapley), went home June 10, 2016 in Wichita. Audrey was born April 20, 1922 near Sterling, Kansas to O.F. and Ethyl F. (Bain) Shapley. She was a 1940 graduate of Wichita North High. Audrey retired from the Sedgwick County Sheriff’s Department in 1989. She was a member of Bethany United Methodist Church. Her daughters, on...

Nancy Montgomery

Nancy Montgomery

Jun 9, 2016

Montgomery, Nancy Lee, 63, Beautician, passed away Thursday, June 9, 2016. Services will be private. Preceded in death by her father, Paul Martin, survivors include her husband, Jeff Bond; mother, Dorothy Martin and sister, Sidney. Share condolences at www.CozineMemorial.com. Broadway Mortuary.

Services Place: No Services will be held.

Bobby Tilley

Bobby Tilley

Jun 8, 2016

Tilley, Bobby R., 80, retired Vending Machine Specialist, passed away June 8, 2016. Visitation will be 6-8 p.m., Monday, June 13, 2016 and Funeral Service will be 10 a.m., Tuesday, June 14, 2016, both at Broadway Mortuary Chapel. Interment to follow at Greenwood Cemetery. He was preceded in death by parents, Zed Alton and Hazel Pearl Tilley; beloved wife,...

Robert Tyhurst

Robert Tyhurst

Jun 7, 2016

Robert L. “Ty” Tyhurst, 91, retired Boeing Employee, passed away Tuesday, June 7, 2016. Robert was preceded in death by two wives, Bonnie and Ida Crow; and daughter, Robin Crow. Survivors include his granddaughter, Bryanna Crow; son-in-law, Bryan Crow and his Cornerstone Christian Church family. There will be a Christian Celebration of Robert’s life at 6:30 pm, Wednesday, June...

Carolyn South

Carolyn South

Jun 7, 2016

South, Carolyn J., 80, retired Bookkeeper, passed away June 7, 2016. Visitation will be 6-8 p.m., Thursday, June 16, 2016 at Broadway Mortuary Chapel. Graveside Service will be 2 p.m., Friday, June 17, 2016 at Great Bend Cemetery in Great Bend, Kansas. She was preceded in death by parents, Willis and Dora Jo Lutschg. Survivors include son, Robin Joel...