Obituaries

Local Obituaries for Wichita, Kansas

Richard Dale (Richy) Dickerson

Richard Dale (Richy) Dickerson

Mar 31, 2026

Richard Dale (Richy) Dickerson, born on July 5, 1968, in Wichita, Kansas, peacefully passed away on March 31, 2026. Richy’s journey through life was one marked by love, laughter, and a unique spirit that touched everyone fortunate enough to know him.

A proud graduate of a special program at Neva King Cooper High School in Florida, Richy spent his days immersed...

Steven John Martinez

Steven John Martinez

Mar 30, 2026

Steven John Martinez, born on March 25, 2007, in Wichita, Kansas, passed away in his hometown on March 30, 2026. 

Steven’s life will be honored with a Celebration of Life service held at Faith Community Church in Wichita, located at 1750 N Gow St, 67203. The service will take place on April 7, 2026, beginning at 10:30 a.m.

He is survived by...

Betty L. Allen

Betty L. Allen

Mar 29, 2026

Betty L Allen, of Sedgwick Plaza, Wichita, KS passed away peacefully in her sleep, March 29, 2026 at 85 years young under the care of hospice and assisted living compassionate care. 

She grew up in Council Grove, Kansas on her family farm and after marriage to Jack Allen, (deceased), moved to Wichita, KS and nurtured a family of three children. She...

Jeanie (Meisenheimer) Reeves

Jeanie (Meisenheimer) Reeves

Mar 28, 2026

Norma Jean "Jeanie" Reeves, 76, passed away on March 28, 2026.

She was born in Scott City, Kansas, on July 3, 1949, to Dwain and Marguerite (Goering) Meisenheimer. Her career as a registered nurse, which began after her graduation from the Wesley School of Nursing, was a testament to her caring spirit. She spent many years at Hunter Health Clinic, an...

Darlene Thompson

Darlene Thompson

Mar 28, 2026

Darlene F. Thompson, 99, former Beautician and Associated Co., Inc. Quality Control Secretary, passed away Saturday, March 28, 2026 in Wichita, KS. Darlene was born February 13, 1927 in Ellis, KS to the late Fred and Minnie Irion. She was also preceded in death by her two sisters, Isabel Asbell and Cleo Rice; niece, Toni Deason; nephew, Gary Rice and...

Bruce Messecar

Bruce Messecar

Mar 28, 2026

Bruce Mitchell Messecar, 79, passed away Saturday, March 28, 2026. Bruce was born in Wichita, Kansas, and graduated from Wichita East High School. Shortly after graduation, he married his sweetheart, Susie Horner and had 2 beautiful children, Mitchell and Kristie. Bruce attended vocational college to further his career before spending several years as a manager at the local Otasco stores....

Christina Palmer

Christina Palmer

Mar 27, 2026

Christina Aramburu Palmer, 64, of Wichita, Kansas, passed away on March 27, 2026.Christina was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and friend whose life centered around the people she loved most. She married the love of her life, George "Michael," on October 10, 1980, and together they built a family full of laughter, love, and lasting memories.Christina was known for...

Lyonel Benoit-Rock

Lyonel Benoit-Rock

Mar 26, 2026

Lyonel Benoit-Rock, 75 of Wichita, died March 26, 2026 at Ascension Via Christi Hospital. He was born August 10, 1950 in Port-Au-Prince, Haiti to the late Oriental Benoit and Margaret Rock.Lyonel graduated from the School of Medicine in Morelia, Michoacan, Mexico. He did a fellowship in Guyana and he did another fellowship in Pueblo, Mexico. He is a US Citizen. He...

Pamela L. Gordner

Pamela L. Gordner

Mar 26, 2026

Pamela L. Gordner, 73, retired insurance agent and beloved mother, passed away peacefully on Thursday, March 26, 2026. Graveside services are currently being planned.

Pamela was preceded in death by her husband, Leon "Jay" Gordner; parents, Alfred and Mary Dyar; and siblings, A.P. Dyar and Danita Dyar. Survivors include her son, Jayden Gordner; daughter, Stacia Luthi (Mark); and her beloved dogs,...

Deborah F. Herrera-Barba

Deborah F. Herrera-Barba

Mar 25, 2026

Deborah Faye Herrera-Barba, 70, Homemaker, passed away Wednesday, March 25, 2026 in Andover, KS. Debbie was born April 10, 1955 in Georgia to the late Norman and Corita Jacobs. She was also preceded in death by her brothers, Jimmy, Norman and Gerald Jacobs and her sister, Kelly Jacobs. Deborah is survived by her husband Rafael Herrera-Barba; sons, Anthony Wadlowe and...

Eric W. Harris

Eric W. Harris

Mar 23, 2026

Eric Harris, a U.S. Navy veteran, electrical engineer, and devoted train enthusiast, passed away on March 23, 2026, following a battle with dementia. He will be remembered for his sharp mind, steady character, and the passion and determination he brought to all he pursued. 

Eric was born in Ft. George, Maryland on November 20, 1949. Eric proudly served his country in...

Ricky Coon

Ricky Coon

Mar 22, 2026

Ricky Allen Coon Sr., 67, of Wichita, Kansas, passed away on March 22, 2026, surrounded by his loving family. 

Ricky was born on May 6, 1958, in Amarillo, TX. He was a retired truck driver who spent many years on the road, working hard to provide for his family. He was known for his strong work ethic, resilience, and dedication to...

Donald James "Deje" Glassburn

Donald James "Deje" Glassburn

Mar 18, 2026

Donald James “Deje” Glassburn, a man whose life was marked by dedication, generosity, and unwavering faith, passed away on March 18, 2026, in Wichita, Kansas. Born on February 5, 1964, in Seattle, Washington, Deje lived a life rich with diverse experiences and a profound commitment to those he loved and served.

Deje’s varied career reflected his strong work ethic and devotion...

Claudia Marie Cole

Claudia Marie Cole

Mar 18, 2026

Claudia Marie Cole 12/1/1944 -

It's hard to write an obituary about Claudia without using swear words, because that's who she was. Unfiltered, raw, unique, and truly one of a kind. She had lived many places in her 81 years on earth, but she found a home in Udall, KS and became loved by a small town for being who she...

Sheryl A. Ludlow

Sheryl A. Ludlow

Mar 15, 2026

Sheryl Ann Ludlow died Sunday, March 15, 2026 at age 76. She was born on July 20, 1949 in Salina, Kansas to Mildred and Harold Ford; she was the youngest of 5 children. She is preceded in death by her parents; her four siblings, Richard Ford, Kay (Mike) Cotton, Gary (Gayle) Ford, Charlie Ford, and her husband, Michael Ludlow. She...

Mercedes Ornelas Hernandez

Mercedes Ornelas Hernandez

Mar 15, 2026

Mercedes Ornelas Hernández October 24, 1960 – March 15, 2026

Mercedes Ornelas Hernández, a woman of unwavering faith and a heart full of praise, was called home to be with her Lord and Savior on March 15, 2026, at the age of 65. Born on October 24, 1960, in Tepatitlán de Morelos, Jalisco, Mercedes spent her early years in Mexico before...

Henry Allen

Henry Allen

Mar 14, 2026

Henry Lee Allen, a devoted family man, retired program scheduler, and valued community member, passed away peacefully at his home in Wichita, Kansas on March 14, 2026. Born on June 4, 1935, in Wichita, Henry’s life was marked by dedicated service, both in his career and in his community.

Henry was a proud graduate of Wichita North High School, class of...

Roger Graham

Roger Graham

Mar 14, 2026

Roger Mack Graham, 87, passed away Saturday, March 14, 2026. He was born March 21st, 1938, in Mullinville, KS, to parents, Alford and Winifred Graham.

He was the youngest of 10 siblings who all preceded him in death. He graduated from Mullinville High School in 1956 and moved to Wichita with his mother. At that time, he attended Wichita Vocational Technical...

Norma Jeanne Doleshal

Norma Jeanne Doleshal

Mar 13, 2026

Norma Jeanne Doleshal, 96, passed away Friday, March 13, 2026. 

She was born on May 7, 1929, in Kansas City, KS to parents Arthur and Helen (Coffey) Nelson. 

She is preceded in death by her parents and siblings, Dwight Nelson and Maxine Charles. Norma Jeanne was a stay-at-home mom until her boys were in college. At the age of 50, she began...

James L. "Jimmy" Simons

James L. "Jimmy" Simons

Mar 13, 2026

James L. "Jimmy" Simons, 45, US Army Specialist, passed away Friday, March 13, 2026 in Garden City, KS. Jimmy proudly served our country completing three overseas tours. Preceded in death by his grandparents, James and Bessie Simons and his uncle Louis Simons, Jimmy is survived by his mother, Pam Shannon; grandparents, Basil and Sue Shannon; brothers, Brett (Jennifer) Simons, Shane...