Local Obituaries for Wichita, Kansas

Jul 21, 2024

Ronnie Montaño, 69, passed away on Sunday, July 21, 2024. Visitation with family present, 6-8 pm, Thursday, July 25, at Broadway Mortuary, 1147 S. Broadway, and Celebration of Life Service, 10:30 am, Friday, July 26, at West Haysville Baptist Church, 141 N. Lamar Ave., Haysville, KS. Ronnie was preceded in death by her husband, Leroy Montaño; mother, Billie Mills; stepfather,...

Jul 20, 2024

Agatha Faia Rowsey, 87, passed away Saturday, July 20, 2024. Visitation with family and friends will be from 4:00-7:00, Friday, July 26, at Broadway Mortuary in Wichita, Kansas. Graveside service will be at New Hope Cemetery in Fordyce, Arkansas. Details regarding graveside service will be announced shortly. Agatha is preceded in death by her parents, Abner and Esther Gilbert; sons,...

Jul 16, 2024

Judy M Freed passed away Tuesday, July 16th, 2024 at home with her family by her side. She was born May 1, 1950 to W. Odes Wortham and Elsie (Downs) Wortham in Jonesboro, Arkansas.

The family moved to Wichita in 1954 then settled in the Valley Center area where Judy graduated from high school in 1968.

She earned a Bachelor's of Arts...

Jul 15, 2024

Ford Montgomery Duke was born on August 21, 1934, in Wichita, KS to Frances (Montgomery) and Harry Duke. Ford passed away in the comfort of his new home with his beloved Daisy (aka kid) on July 15, 2024.As a little boy, Ford enjoyed spending time with his sister, Sally. Growing up in Herrington, KS, the two Ford found a love...

Jul 15, 2024

Patrick Henry Miller, beloved Husband, Father, Grandfather, Great Grandfather, Uncle, and Friend, passed away July 15, 2024. He was preceded in death by his parents, Joseph Hymes Miller and Mary Miles-Miller, and 10 siblings William Miller “Bill”, Lehester Miller, Eleanor Connors “Sis”, Leo Joseph Miller “Bud”, Joseph Hymes Miller Jr “Hymes”, Reasie Miller-Jones, James Ralph Miller “Buddy”, John Miller “Little”,...

Jul 13, 2024

May 30, 1948 — July 13, 2024

Wilson, Sidney G. “Baba” 77, passed away Saturday, July 13, 2024. No Services. He was preceded in death by Parents Uriah and Adlyn Wilson; Brothers: Jeffrey Grey, Eric Wilson and Daniel Wilson; and sister Mavis Wilson-Clark. Survivors include: Daughters: Nicola Wilson-Hemans, Marcia Wilson-Small, Marissa Wilson, and Nikella Wilson; Sisters: Marjorie Wilson and Hazel Duncan; Nephews:...

Jul 12, 2024

Shelly Jo (Warren) Lunsford, 67, passed away on July 12, 2024 in Wichita, Ks. She was born on April 18, 1957 in Chanute, Ks to Fred and Dorothy (Stallard) Warren. The family moved to Kansas City where she attended Nieman Grade School and Trailridge Middle School. They moved to McPherson, Ks in 1968 where she attended McPherson Middle School and...

Jul 10, 2024

Wayne Lee Determann, 58, of Wichita, started the next step of his journey on July 10, 2024. Celebration of Life Service will be held at 3:00 pm on Tuesday, August 6th at Cozine Life Events Center, 11500 E. 21st St. N. He was born June 15th, 1966, in Warrensburg, Missouri, to Larry and Joyce (Williams) Determann and graduated from East...

Jul 9, 2024

Jose J “Joe” Garcia, 80, of Wichita, KS worked the majority of his career in aircraft and retired from Boeing as a Project Engineer in 2003. He then worked as a Building Facilitator for Glenville Baptist Church where he developed many great friendships.He was born in Garden City, KS on June 1st, 1944 to Jesus and Rosalinda Garcia.Preceded in death by...

Jul 6, 2024

Jul 5, 2024

Tim Raymond, 64, passed away Friday, July 5, 2024. Graveside service celebrating Tim's life will be at 10:00am, Thursday, July 11, 2024 at Resthaven Cemetery. Tim is preceded in death by his parents, Charles and Evelyn Raymond. He is survived by his loving wife, Sheila Raymond; son, Jeremy Raymond; daughter, Jessica Raymond-Painter; brother, Bill Raymond; and granddaughter, KayLee Raymond-Painter. Services...

Jul 5, 2024

Nancy L. (McCune) Barglowski, 80, passed away due to medical complications on Friday, July 5, 2024. A Celebration of Life Service will be held at 3 pm, Friday, July 12, at Broadway Mortuary, 1147 S. Broadway. Nancy was preceded in death by her former spouses, Richard Burton, John Barglowski, and Rodney Vincent; parents, Melvin and Freda McCune; brothers, Michael McCune...

Jul 4, 2024

Donald L. Travis, 96, was a retired Western Electric /AT&T Supervisor, who proudly served his country in World War 2 and the Korean War. He spent his later years indulging in his twin hobbies of coin collecting and bullshitting with his friends at Phil's Coins. He loved and took great pride in his family. Don was known for his generosity,...

Jul 4, 2024

Susan went to be with her Lord and Savior while sleeping on July 4, 2024.

Susan was born to Haven and Daphne Moore in Hobart, Oklahoma on February 11, 1938. She had one younger brother, Haven. Her father was a pastor and they moved around in both Oklahoma and Kansas, living in the town where he served.

She met her husband Charles...

Jul 3, 2024

Charles Edward Heck was born on January 25, 1977 in Tulsa, Oklahoma to Douglas and Susan Heck. His earthly days, graciously numbered by God, came to an end on July 3, 2024 at the age of 47 in Lake George, Colorado.

Charles was a dedicated husband to Annie for 23 years, a devoted and fun-loving dad to their three curly-haired boys,...

Jul 2, 2024

Dr. Richard Schonberg passed at his home on July 2, 2024, with his family by his side, just as he wanted. Private family services have been held. 

There was very little he put his mind to that didn't become reality. He was perhaps best known for being stubborn and cantankerous. But those close to him know he was also kind, fair,...

Jul 2, 2024

Susan Elizabeth Bruce, a beloved educator and cherished member of her community, passed away on July 2, 2024. Born on June 4, 1953, Susan's life was marked by her dedication to teaching and her warm and engaging personality.

Susan's passion for education led her to a fulfilling career as a teacher at Oak Park Elementary, Christa McAuliffe Elementary, and Elementary in...

Jul 2, 2024

Carlos Vega-Fierro, 49, passed away on July 2, 2024 in Wichita. Carlos was born in El Fuerte, Sinaloa Mexico to Jesus Vega-Romero and Maria Consuelo-Fierro. Carlos attended college in El Fuerte, Mexico and eventually began working in HVAC. When Crarlos wasn't working he enjoyed fishing, long walks, cooking, and watching telenovelas. 

Carlos is preceded in death by his father, Jesus Vega-Romero;...

Jun 29, 2024

Sue Chepil, 81, passed away Saturday, June 29, 2024. Visitation with family will be from 6-8pm, Friday, July 5, at the Cozine Life Events Center in Wichita, Kansas. Funeral service celebrating Sue's life will be at 10am, Saturday, July 6, also at the Cozine Life Events Center. Burial at White Chapel will immediately follow the funeral service. Sue is preceded...

Jun 27, 2024

Yvonne Bensch, 88, of Wichita passed away on June 27, 2024. She was born on April 27, 1936 in Fairview, Oklahoma to Theodore and Mina Gould. Yvonne worked as a retail sales manager throughout her life.She is preceded in death by her husband, Duane; parents, Ted and Mina Gould; siblings, Jay D, Lee, and Alzada. She is survived by her...