Obituaries
Local Obituaries for Wichita, Kansas
Jane Bell
Oct 6, 2025
Jane Bessie Bell, 79, retired hairdresser, passed away Monday, October 6, 2025 at her home in Wichita, KS. Jane was born October 22, 1945 in Pratt, KS to the late Marion Bell and Dorothy (Black) (Williams) Mitchell. She was also preceded in death by her sisters, Kay Trostle and Elizabeth Shoemaker; and her granddaughter, Aubrey. Survivors include her sons, Scott...
Reva Pyle
Oct 6, 2025
Reva Pyle, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully on October 6, 2025, in Wichita, Kansas, at the age of 98. Born on March 17, 1927, in Topeka, Kansas, she was the cherished daughter of Lloyd S. and Harriet (Packard) Alleman.
Reva’s father was a Free Methodist Minister in various churches in Kansas, including Kansas City, Americus,...
Patrecia Jane Moore
Oct 3, 2025
Patrecia Jane (Hawes) Moore, born in Pawnee County, Kansas on May 4, 1939; beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and friend passed away on October 3, 2025, at the age of 86 years old. Patrecia was preceded in death by her husband, Billy Ray Moore, her daughters, Kitty Herzberg and Peggy Moore. She is survived by Tina Herzberg (Tom), Billy Moore (Veronica),...
Felia "Faye" Drake
Oct 2, 2025
Felia Mae Drake (McCoy), 83, passed away peacefully on October 2, 2025, at her home in Wichita, Kansas, with her husband and family by her side.
Born on August 14, 1942, Felia—affectionately known as Faye—was a devoted wife, mother, and grandmother whose life was defined by quiet strength, humility, and unwavering love for her family. She retired from Copeland after 27...
Jerry Keith Allen
Oct 1, 2025
Jerry Keith Allen
March 15, 1940 - October 1, 2025
Jerry Keith Allen, 85, retired President and Chairman of the Board, Allen Millwork Co., passed away Wednesday, October 1, 2025. Per Jerry's wishes no Services will be held. Jerry was preceded in death by his wife of 61 years Carol Allen, his parents, Raymond Allen and Neva Weston and his great-granddaughter Lillian...
Kimminh Thi Vo
Oct 1, 2025
Kimminh Thi Vo, 91, Homemaker, passed away Wednesday, October 1, 2025 in Wichita, KS. She was born May 2, 1934 in Phu Qui, Vietnam to the late Vo Gia Chi and Nguyen Thi Sau. Survivors include her husband, Tuyet N. Le; sons, Anh N. Le (Angie Nga Le), and Tho Huynh (Chau Le); daughters, Hien Kim Le and Kim Thao...
Marie Kenley
Sep 30, 2025
Letha Marie Kenley passed away on Tuesday, September 30, 2025. Born on November 29, 1920 to parents Ernest and Alpha Garrett, Marie lived to be 104 years old. Private family services will be held. Marie is preceded in death by her parents; husband, Clayborne Kenley; and daughter and son-in-law, Carolyn and Ernie Castro. She is survived by her son and...
Michael H. Brayfield
Sep 28, 2025
Mike Brayfield, age 80, passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by family, on Sunday, September 28, 2025. Mike was born on December 2, 1944, in Wichita, Kansas, to Marion and Garnelle Brayfield. He spent his early years in Wichita before moving to Park City, where he attended Heights High School. He went on to graduate from Southeast Community College in...
Ellen Chlentzos
Sep 25, 2025
Ellen Chlentzos, 96, passed away peacefully at her home in Wichita, KS, with family by her side. She was a loving Mother, Grandmother, Great-Grandmother, Aunt, and a friend to all.
Ellen was preceded in death by her husband, Steven Chlentzos; parents, Alex and Mary Leopulos; and sister, Fannie Dulos.
She is survived by her son, Theodore Chlentzos (Wichita); grandson, Steven Chlentzos (Wichita);...
Jacob Benjamin Peters
Sep 24, 2025
Jacob Benjamin Peters, born on March 25th, 1988 in Wichita, KS to Sally and William Peters, unexpectedly passed away on September 24th, 2025. He was a beloved son, nephew, brother, cousin, uncle, and friend. Known by many names; Badass Biker, Baseball Aficionado, Fish Whisperer, Big Dog, Boss-man, Ogre, Shake, and our most cherished Dumbass.
Growing up in Wichita, Jake spent his...
Dorothy A. Schneider
Sep 23, 2025
Dorothy A. Schneider, was born in Elizabeth, New Jersey, on February 3rd, 1935, to Frank W. and Lillian Heller Schneider. Mrs. Schneider graduated Summa Cum Laude from La Salle University and spent the greater part of her professional career working with general surgeons. In addition, she also appeared in several movies, TV Shows, and TV & print commercials. In addition...
Helen Pfeiffer
Sep 23, 2025
Helen Louise (Harvey) Pfeiffer, 94, a devoted wife, mother, grandmother and great- grandmother passed away peacefully on Tuesday, September 23, 2025, in her home in Wichita, Kansas surrounded by her loving family.
Helen was the first of two children born to Harold Harvey and Josephine Lois (Edmonston Harvey) Spangler on November 5, 1930, at the Harvey farm outside Protection, Kansas. The...
Tami Harris
Sep 18, 2025
Tami Ruth Harris of Wichita, KS passed away on Thursday September 18, 2025 at the age of 68 after a valiant battle with breast cancer. Tami is survived by her daughter Dylan Brown (Zachary), son Jeht Harris (Nguyen), stepson Joshua Curry (Joy), brothers David (Pat) and Paul Anders, and was known as “Grammy Tami” to grandchildren Lyra, Tori, Autumn, and...
Daniel Forshey
Sep 17, 2025
Daniel Scott Forshey, 57, passed away Wednesday, September 17, 2025. Daniel was born December 22, 1967 to parents Owen and Mary Ann Forshey. Visitation will be from 6-8pm, Friday, September 26, at Broadway Mortuary. Service celebrating Daniel's life will be at 2:00, Saturday, September 27, at Broadway Mortuary. Burial will be at 1pm, Tuesday, September 30, at Calvary Cemetery in...
Jean Robinson
Sep 16, 2025
Jean Ellen Robinson, 84, retired Minister and Professor of Philosophy at the Butler County Community College, passed away Tuesday, September 16, 2025 in Wichita, KS. Jean was born November 25, 1940 in Morrill, KS to the late George and Mary Robinson. She was also preceded in death by her brother, Bryce Robinson; sisters, Ann Tregellas and Alice Bowser; and brother-in-law,...
Kennedy Herren
Sep 14, 2025
Kennedy Lin Herren, was born July 15, 2010 to parents, Scott Herren and Amber Good. She passed away on Sunday, September 14, 2025. Visitation will be from 6-8pm, Tuesday, September 23, at Broadway Mortuary. Service celebrating Kennedy's life will be at 2:00pm, Wednesday, September 24 at Broadway Mortuary. Kennedy is preceded in death by her dad, Scott Herren; and nephew,...
John W. Clarke
Sep 14, 2025
Dr. John W. Clarke, a beloved husband, a devoted father, caring grandpa, and an accomplished scholar, passed away on September 14, 2025, at the age of 73.
Born in Emporia, Kansas, on September 18, 1951, to Dr. Robert F. and Annetta Elaine Clarke, John pursued a life shaped by intellectual curiosity and academic excellence. While in high school, he lettered in...
William "Bill" Robert Bequette
Sep 13, 2025
William "Bill" Robert Bequette, beloved father, devoted son, brother, and cherished friend, passed away on September 13, 2025, in Wichita, Kansas, at the age of 63. Born on November 10, 1961, in Pullman, Washington, Bill lived a life full of passion, kindness, and an enduring commitment to helping others.
From his early days growing up in a loving family, Bill’s heart...
Mark Jackson
Sep 12, 2025
Mark Temple Jackson, 75, went home to be with the Lord on Friday, September 12, 2025. A service celebrating his life will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Thursday, September 18, at Tyler Road Southern Baptist Church.
After more than 30 years with Boeing, Mark retired and, alongside his beloved wife, Bev, dedicated his time to serving as a Southern Baptist...
Bucky Walters
Sep 10, 2025
Ronald G. "Bucky" Walters, a beloved figure in the Wichita community, passed away peacefully on September 10, 2025, at the age of 86. Born on April 6, 1939, in Wichita, Kansas, Bucky dedicated his life to bringing joy and laughter to those around him. He was a gifted comedian and entertainer, known for his charming personality and love for the...
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