Obituaries
Local Obituaries for Wichita, Kansas
Barbara E. Conyers
Aug 22, 2026
Barbara Conyers, 85, was born September 28, 1940 in Burns, KS. She was the youngest of 10 children born to George Winter and Rachel Lipps.
Barbara graduated from Virgil High School, then went on to graduate from cosmetology school. She worked many years as a hair dresser. She also served as a paraprofessional for Wichita School District where she retired in...
David R. Goates
Aug 21, 2026
David Ray Goates, 67, passes away on August 21, 2026. A Graveside Service has been planned for 10:00 am, Tuesday, September 8, at Greenwood Cemetery, 6231 W. 47th St. S.
David was preceded in death by his parents, Elmo and Faye Goates; sisters, Linda Lumley and Wilma Luce; and brother, George Goates. Survivors include a host of several extended family members...
Robert Allen Nickelson
Aug 21, 2026
Robert Allen Nickelson, 86, passed away on Friday, August 21, 2026. A Graveside Urn Committal Service is going to be held at 10:00 am, Wednesday, September 2, at White Chapel Cemetery, 1824 N. Oliver.
Robert was preceded in death by his parents, Robert and Vyonne Nickelson, and is survived by his wife, Sandra Nickelson; son, Daniel Nickelson; and grandchild, Kaylee.
Robert was...
Patricia Draper
Aug 20, 2026
Patricia Dale Draper, lovingly known as Patti, passed away on August 20, 2026, at the age of 82. She was born on July 15, 1944, in Kellogg, Idaho.
Patti’s life was marked by devotion to her family, her faith, and the work she embraced through the years. Her career included banking, elementary education, and homemaking, each reflecting her care for others...
Dr. Richard Lee Ruth
Aug 20, 2026
Dr. Richard Lee Ruth, 95, passed away on Thursday, August 20, 2026.
A Rosary Service will take place at 10:00 am, Wednesday, August 26, followed by the Funeral Mass at 10:30 am at Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church, 124 N. Roosevelt.
Born at Saint Francis Hospital. He was raised in the Sunflower neighborhood of Wichita's West side, Richard attended North High where he...
Wanda Mae Nicholas
Aug 19, 2026
Wanda Mae Nicholas (née Simmons) passed away on August 19, 2026, in Wichita, Kansas, bringing to a close a remarkable life of 96 years. Born on February 15, 1930, in Billings, Oklahoma, to Ralph and Mamie Simmons.
From a young age, Wanda embraced life with a positive spirit and perseverance. Graduating from Wichita East High School, she continued to make Wichita...
Rex H. Lee
Aug 19, 2026
Rex H. Lee, 93, passed away on Wednesday, August 19, 2026, in Wichita, Kansas.
He was born July 20, 1933, in Wichita to Robert H. and Maude A. Lee. Rex graduated from North High School in 1951. He entered the United States Air Force in 1952, serving during the Korean War while stationed in Japan and Korea, before his honorable discharge...
Kristen Noelle Clanton
Aug 19, 2026
Kristen Noelle Clanton, 33, Logistics Coordinator at King of Freight Trucking Co., passed away Wednesday, August 19, 2026.
Kristen was born July 26, 1993 in Dodge City, KS to Leo and Stacie Simon.
She was preceded in death by her father, Leo Simon and her grandparents, Dennis and Ruby Simon.
Kristen is survived by her husband Josh Clanton. Her mother Stacie (Mark) Jordan...
Maria Elisa Peñafiel
Aug 18, 2026
Maria Elisa Peñafiel, 101, passed away Tuesday, August 18, 2026. Maria was born February 16, 1925 in Lima, Peru to parents German Recalde and Amelia Bellido. She is preceded in death by her parents; her husbands, Juan Benjamin Robles and Teofilo Peñafiel; son, Luis Robles; and 6 siblings. She is survived by children, Roberto Robles, Juan Robles, Elisa Harrington-Robles, Jorge...
Margaret Middleton
Aug 17, 2026
Margaret Lenora Middleton, passed away on Monday, August 17, 2026 at 8:56am. She was born on September 13, 1934 to parents, Roden & Rita Smart. She is preceded in death by her parents; her loving husband, Jim Middleton; daughter, Linda Slay; grandson, Randy Wheeler; 3 brothers, and one sister. She is survived by son, David Kline; daughter and son-in-law, Janice...
Chloe Marie Minnis
Aug 16, 2026
Chloe Marie Minnis, 20, passed away Sunday, August 16, 2026. Chloe was born April 27, 2006 to Jackie P. Minnis, Jr and the late Tyra Michelle (McCoskey) Minnis. She was also preceded in death by her grandmother, Carla McCoskey. She is survived by her father; her grandparents, Craig and Brenda McCoskey and Sheryl McCoskey; and her siblings, Clairborne Pherigo, David Hale, Leah...
Duane Potter
Aug 13, 2026
Duane Henry Potter, 65, passed away on August 13, 2026. A Celebration of Life will be held at 2:00pm on Saturday, September 12, 2026 at the Cozine Life Events Center, Wichita. Duane is preceded in death by his sister, Karen (Potter) Dechant and his parents, Bill and Elouise Potter. He is survived by his wife of 35 years, Laura (Oehlert)...
DeWitt Domebo
Aug 13, 2026
DeWitt Domebo (Pau Tdaw Sape), 64, went to be with his Lord and Savior on Aug. 13, 2026, at Catholic Care Center in Bel Aire.
DeWitt was born to Wallace DeWitt Morton and Lillian Domebo in Lawton, Okla., on July 16, 1962. He grew up in Stecker, USA, and graduated from Apache High School. After high school, he worked in aviation...
Sharon K. (Mueller) Clevenger
Aug 13, 2026
In Loving Memory of Sharon K. Clevenger
Sharon K. Clevenger, age 82, passed away peacefully on August 13, 2026, after a life defined by love, strength, and quiet grace, with her husband, Wayne Clevenger, by her side.
Sharon was born in Agra, Kansas, on December 9, 1943. She lived every day with an open heart and deep faith. She was a steady...
Vickie Maxine Davis
Aug 12, 2026
Vickie M. Davis, 81, of Wichita, Kansas, passed away peacefully after a short illness on Wednesday, August 12, 2026. A devoted mother, grandmother, wife, and friend, Vickie will be remembered for her generous heart, selfless spirit, and unwavering devotion to those she loved.
Born on February 12, 1945, in Wichita, Kansas, Vickie was the daughter of the late Raymond C. and...
Tracy Marie Mayer
Aug 10, 2026
Tracy Marie Mayer, 46, Loving daughter and sister, passed away Monday, August 10, 2026 in Wichita, KS. Tracy was born in Wichita to Benjamin and Tina Coleman. Her mother Tina preceded her in death. Tracy is survived by her father, Benjamin Coleman; sisters, Rebecca (Ronnie) Mower, Samantha Coleman and Tammy Coleman-Barber (Oscar Ruiz). Private family services will be held. Tracy...
Donna Thatcher
Aug 10, 2026
Donna Sue Thatcher, 77, passed away Monday, August 10, 2026. Donna was born on April 2, 1949 to parents, John and Agnes Mitchell. Donna is preceded in death by her parents; and siblings, Jim Mitchell and Tracy Kottmeyer. She is survived by her children, Tabatha Hibler, Harold "Butch" Thatcher, III, and Christie Thatcher; sisters, Debbie Allen and Sandy Holub; grandchildren,...
Reba McElrath
Aug 9, 2026
Reba J. McElrath (Hudlin), 86, was born to Forest and Virginia Hudlin November 29, 1939 in Wichita, KS and went to be with the Lord August 9, 2026.
Reba was the Matriarch of the family and was surrounded by her family when she passed away at home.
She is survived by her daughters Kathy (Mike) Henson, Donna McElrath, and Dianna (Mark) Stever;...
Dennis McCully
Aug 9, 2026
Dennis Scott McCully, 61, passed away Sunday, August 9, 2026. Dennis was born on April 24, 1965 to parents, Harold and Marilyn McCully. Dennis is preceded in death by his parents, and his brother, Douglas McCully. He is survived by his loving wife, Cindy McCully; son, William McCully; daughter, Emma Ingersoll; brother and sister-in-law, David and Dianne McCully; sister and...
Edmund "Ed" Schmitz
Aug 7, 2026
Edmund P. Schmitz (Ed), 91, passed away peacefully on August 7, 2026. He was a loving son, husband, father, uncle, and cousin. He was a grandfather to 15, a great-grandfather to 30, and a great-great-grandfather to 12.
Edmund was born in Philbrook, Minnesota, to Theodore and Veronica Schmitz. He was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Diane (Miller); infant son,...
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