Local Obituaries for Wichita, Kansas

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...

Jun 27, 2024

Wanita Mae Gwinn, 90, passed away on June 27, 2024. Mom lived a wonderful life. She was a loving and dedicated wife. She was an incredible mother and a very active grandmother and great-grandmother. Mom adored her family and friends. She loved to entertain and open her doors to family, friends, and strangers. All were welcome. Mom traveled the world...

Jun 27, 2024

Patricia Colleen Owen, 63, passed from this life Thursday, June 27, 2024. Visitation with family will be at 9:30a.m., Wednesday, July 3, at First Evangelical Free Church in Wichita, Kansas. Funeral service will begin at 10:00a.m., Wednesday, July 3, First Evangelical Free Church. Burial will be at 2:00p.m., Wednesday, July 3, at Oakwood Cemetery in Parsons, Kansas.

Despite being born with...

Jun 26, 2024

"Some day you will read in the papers that D.L. Moody of East Northfield, is dead. Don't you believe a word of it! At that moment I shall be more alive than I am now; I shall have gone up higher, that is all, out of this old clay tenement into a house that is immortal—a body that death cannot...

Jun 26, 2024

Leon Joseph Smith, fondly known as Joe, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, June 26, 2024, at the age of 87. Born the eighth of nine children in the family home near Cawker City, Kansas, Joe was a beloved member of the Smith family and a cherished friend to many.

Joe was preceded in death by his parents, Philip and Celestine (Hake)...

Jun 23, 2024

Warren Applegate, a dedicated Commercial Real Estate Appraiser with a specialization in golf courses and storage units, passed away on June 23, 2024. Warren's life was marked by resilience, humor, and a relentless passion for life.

Born on December 14, 1945, Warren led a life filled with remarkable achievements and profound experiences. His academic journey took him through Wichita State University...

Jun 22, 2024

Jerry M. Schmeissner, 88, Navy veteran and a teacher for 30 plus years with Schweiter Technical School, passed away Saturday, June 22, 2024. A Celebration of Life Service is planned for 10 am, Friday, June 28, at Cozine Life Events Center, 11500 E. 21st St. N., with visitation one hour prior to services. Jerry is survived by his son, Chris...