Obituaries
Local Obituaries for Wichita, Kansas
Chris Trask
Jul 4, 2026
Chris, 70, passed away suddenly on Saturday, July 4, 2026. Fittingly, Independence Day was one of Chris’ favorite holidays, second only to Christmas. He loved the time it brought with family and friends, good food on the grill, and making memories with the people he loved most. He leaves behind a legacy of hard work, generosity, humility, and quiet devotion...
Mary Villar
Jul 2, 2026
Mary Theresa Villar, 74, departed this life on Thursday, July 2, 2026. Services are as follows, Visitation from 6:00 P.M - 8:00 P.M. Wednesday July 15, 2026; Broadway Mortuary located at 1147 South Broadway, Wichita, KS 67211. On Thursday July 16, 2026; rosary will be held at 10:00 A.M. at St. Patrick Catholic Church, 2007 N Arkansas Ave, Wichita KS,...
Judd Michael Vance
Jul 2, 2026
Judd Michael Vance, 57, passed away July 2, 2026, surrounded by loved ones in Wichita, Kansas. He was born May 8, 1969, in Oswego, Kansas, to Billy Leon and Dorthea Sue (Eastland) Vance. He married Lisa Lynn Winter July 21, 2001, in Wichita.
He grew up in Parsons, Kansas, and graduated from Parsons High School in 1987. He attended Kansas State...
Rebecca Nichols
Jul 1, 2026
REBECCA JANE (ATHENS) NICHOLS - December 18, 1966-July 1, 2026
Rebecca Jane (Athens) Nichols fought the good fight, finished the race, and remained faithful (2 Tim 4:7) - and she never lost her beautiful smile that warmed every room and touched every heart she encountered. Rebecca went to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on July 1, 2026. Rebecca...
Michael L. Schwemmer
Jun 29, 2026
Michael Lee Schwemmer, 81, passed away early Monday morning, June 29, 2026. He was born on February 16, 1945, in Marion, Kansas. After he completed high school, he moved with his parents to Wichita, Kansas, where his father began working for the Kansas Highway Department as a driving examiner.
Mike was a proud graduate of Pittsburg State University in Pittsburg, Kansas,...
Joyce Boyer-Gresham
Jun 25, 2026
With profound sadness and deep gratitude for a life well lived, we announce the passing of Joyce Goetz Boyer Gresham, who passed away peacefully on June 25, 2026, at the age of 86.
Born in Bragg City, Missouri, on November 3, 1939, to Inez and Cordis Jones, she then spent most of her childhood growing up in Arkansas. The family later...
Shirley Alice (Lowry) Morgan
Jun 24, 2026
Shirley Alice (Lowry) Morgan, beloved wife, mother, sister, and friend, passed away on June 24, 2026, in Wichita, Kansas. She was born on September 28, 1943, in Moline, Kansas, to Marion W. and Grace Lowry.
Shirley’s life was characterized by compassion, dedication, and a profound love for her family and community. She grew up in Kansas and graduated from Moline High...
Troy Leon Sadler
Jun 24, 2026
Troy Leon Sadler, age 88, of Wichita, Kansas, passed away on June 24, 2026, at Harry Hynes Memorial Hospice.
Troy was born on September 3, 1937, in Portales, New Mexico, to Arthur and Cora (Eagleston) Sadler. He was raised in Elida, New Mexico, where he attended elementary and high school. Troy and Elizabeth (Beth) were married at First Baptist Church in...
Mark L. Shepherd
Jun 23, 2026
Mark L. Shepherd
Mark L. Shepherd, 73, of Wichita, Kansas, passed away on June 23, 2026.
A Funeral Service will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Wednesday, July 1, 2026, at Broadway Mortuary, 1147 S. Broadway, in Wichita, Kansas. A time to gather with family will also be held at Broadway Mortuary from 5-7 pm on Tuesday, June 30.
Mark retired from Boeing...
Diana Ramirez
Jun 23, 2026
"She leaves behind a trail of cigarette butts, a cloud of stubbornness, and a family that is entirely thrilled they no longer have to listen to her complain. May you have unlimited tea and Starbucks coffee to drink while you watch over us, later chick."
Donald Michael Bischoff
Jun 21, 2026
Donald Michael Bischoff, 75, passed away surrounded by the love of his family on June 21, 2026.Born on August 12, 1950, Don was raised in Chatham, New Jersey. As a young man, Don distinguished himself as a star athlete and served as captain of his high school football team. He went on to earn his undergraduate degree in Business from...
Lilian Martinez
Jun 17, 2026
Lilian Marie Martinez, 61, passed away Wednesday, June 17, 2026. She was born in Wichita, Kansas on November 30, 1964 to parents Anthony and Andrea D. Martinez. Funeral service celebrating Lilian's life will be at 10:00am, Tuesday, June 23, at Broadway Mortuary. Burial at Resurrection Cemetery will follow the funeral service.
Lilian is preceded in death by her parents; and sister,...
Ryan J. Heier
Jun 16, 2026
Ryan Joseph Heier, age 43, of Wichita, Kansas, passed away on June 16, 2026.
Ryan was preceded in death by his parents, Kendall and Carol Heier. He is survived by his loving siblings, Tammy Heier, Keith (Niki) Heier, and Erin Bailey. He leaves behind his cherished nieces and nephews: Rebecca, Bellis, Erica (Eric), Shawn, Clayton, Elizabeth, Juliann, and Everett. Ryan was...
Bettie Newby
Jun 13, 2026
Bettie Newby age 92, of Wichita, Kansas died peacefully on Saturday June 13, surrounded by her family. Bettie was born in the spring of 1934 in Missouri the daughter of Arthur and Lois Call. Early in her life she was on the move. Her father, as a young man, worked for the Frisco Railway moving his young family up and...
Timothy R. Dirks
Jun 13, 2026
Timothy Ralph Dirks was born to Virgil and Marian Dirks in Newton, Kansas on July 27, 1953. His early years were spent in Kansas, South Dakota and Oklahoma with siblings Lynette, Bradley and Jonathan. He graduated from Berean Academy in Elbing, Kansas in 1971 and then attended Grace Bible College in Omaha, Nebraska where he played basketball and studied Bible...
Michael Price
Jun 13, 2026
Michael “Mike” Roland Price went to be with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on June 3, 2026. He passed peacefully in his home with his wife and family at his side. Mike was born on August 9th ,1955, to Stanley Buford Price Jr. and Wanda Maxine Ellis in Wichita, KS. He graduated from North High School in 1973. That...
Scott Stiles
Jun 11, 2026
It is with profound sorrow and heartfelt gratitude that we announce the passing of Scott David Stiles, a cherished husband, father, grandfather, son, brother, uncle, and friend to many. Scott went to be with the Lord on June 11, 2026, at St. Francis Hospital in Wichita, Kansas, after a valiant 5 ½ year battle with cancer. He was surrounded by...
M. Corinne Davis
Jun 10, 2026
M. Corinne Davis passed away on Wednesday, June 10, 2026, at the age of 95. Corinne was born on November 5, 1930, in Anthony, Kansas, to Percy and Dorothy Miller. She first lived in Hazleton, Kansas, before moving to Medicine Lodge, Kansas, where she met the love of her life, Ron Davis, in seventh grade. Corinne and Ron loved each...
Eugene "Louie" Stumblingbear
Jun 9, 2026
Eugene "Louie" Stumblingbear, 74, made his journey Home, Tuesday, June 9, 2026. Louie was a very proud member of the Kiowa Tribe of Oklahoma. He is the great-grandson of Chief Stumblingbear. He spent much time and effort giving back to the Native community. One of his proudest achievements was being accepted into the Kiowa Gourd clan. Memorial service celebrating Louie's...
Bonnie Patterson
Jun 8, 2026
Bonnie Opaline Patterson, 93, passed away Monday, June 8, 2026. Bonnie was born to parents, Waco and Lucy Johnson on April 2, 1933, in Timbo, Arkansas. She is preceded in death by her parents, and sisters, Theda Rutledge Macintyre Johnson, and Marilyn Horsley. She is survived by her sons and daughters-in-law, James and Cindy Patterson, and Kip and Kathy Patterson; daughter and...
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