Local Obituaries for Wichita, Kansas

Sep 20, 2022

Evelyn Hartsell, 82, passed away Tuesday, September 20th, 2022 in Wichita, Kansas. No services are scheduled at this time. Evelyn was an incredible Mother, loving Sister and devoted Grandmother whose huge heart, sarcastic sense of humor and infectious laugh will be greatly missed by all those who knew and loved her. She valued family above all else and fiercely...

Sep 20, 2022

John Eugene Quenzer of Bel Aire, Kansas, beloved husband of Ruby Quenzer, passed away on September 20.  He was 94.

John was born on a farm in Maple Leaf, South Dakota.  He was the third child of Daniel and Rosalie (Kunz) Quenzer.  After growing up on a farm in Idaho, John served in the U.S. Army during...

Sep 19, 2022

Kathy J. Shartzer, Kate or Nana, 67, passed away September 19, 2022, unexpectedly due to heart complications. Kathy was a proud organ donor and her spirit will live on. Kathy was born on July 14, 1955, to Joseph and Lula Mae (Tucker) Cochran in Independence, KS. Kathy grew up in Independence, marrying David on July 14, 1973. After having children, Kathy got...

Sep 19, 2022

Jeston Dean Ross, 32, an Earth-bound angel, passed away Monday, September 19, 2022. Everyone that meet Jeston liked him. Everybody that knew Jeston loved him. He inspired people to be better. Rosary will be at the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception at 7:30, Thursday, September 22. Funeral mass will be at 10:00, Friday, September 23, also at the Cathedral...

Sep 17, 2022

Charlotte Ann Fitzgerald, 79, passed away Saturday, September 17, 2022. Charlotte is survived by her husband, Pat Fitzgerald; sons, Tim Short (Shelly) and Don Short; sister, Linda Rowland; 10 grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by parents, Melvin and Evelyn Towrey. A Celebration of Life Service will be held at 11 am, Saturday, October 1st, at...

Sep 17, 2022

Lawrence O. "Larry" Bengtson, beloved husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather and friend, passed away peacefully on September 17, 2022.  Larry was born on December 10, 1922, near Smolan, Kansas.  He was the son of Gustaf and Augusta Bengtson.  He grew up on the family farm and attended school in Smolan.  After enrolling at Bethany College, he enlisted in the...

Sep 17, 2022

Hestel D. Sewell, 81, Welder and Former Owner of Hestel's Maintenance, passed away Saturday, September 17, 2022. Hestel was preceded in death by his parents, James Robert "Sam" and Lillie Sewell and siblings, Margaret Maddox, James Robert Sewell, Jr., J.R. Edwards and Charles Sewell. Survivors include his wife, Jerrie Sewell, his children, Hestel James Sewell, Vickie and husband, Dan...

Sep 16, 2022

Loy O. Carlson, 90, passed away on Friday, September 16, 2022 in Wichita, KS. Loy was born on May 31, 1932 in Clay Center, KS.  He was the son of Carl R. and Eula M. (Reed) Carlson. Loy had his first job at the age of 8, putting boxes together for baby chicks at the Nelson Hatchery in Morganville,...

Sep 15, 2022

Windy Rain Cromwell, 64, passed away Thursday, September 15, 2022. Visitation with family, 2-4 pm, Sunday, Sept. 25, and Celebration of Life Service, 10 am, Monday, Sept. 26, both at Broadway Mortuary, 1147 S. Broadway. Windy was preceded in death by her parents, James and Mary Patterson, and is survived by companion, Mark DeMour; sons, Matthew and Mark, Jr.;...

Sep 13, 2022

DIANA KAY SAMUELSON, 73, beloved daughter, sister, mother, aunt, friend and educator passed away on Tuesday, September 13, 2022, following a seven-year back-and-forth battle with breast, bone, liver and brain cancer. She was born in Oklahoma City on March 8, 1949. She was adopted by Rolin and Agnes Tracy. She graduated from Wichita South High School in 1967 before...

Sep 13, 2022

Rex L. Shoemaker, 70, passed away on September 13, 2022. Rex spent his career with Entergy, where he was a master of all things maintenance, but was especially gifted at welding. While with Entergy, Rex also spent time on the company's emergency response team. Memorial service for Rex will be at 1:00, Saturday, September 17, at Eastminster Presbyterian Church....

Sep 12, 2022

Terri Ann Macy Born April 8th 1963 in Wichita Kansas. Terri was an energetic child. Always had to be in the picture. A force to be reckoned with as a teenager and bodyguard to her little brother. Always protecting those she loved to the very end. A veteran of the Army and the reserves. A lover of all animals....

Sep 12, 2022

Robert Ellis Bayouth, 93, fell asleep in the Lord on Monday, September 12, 2022. Bob was a man who quietly pursued those things he loved and cherished until the end of his days. Above all else Bob loved his God, devoutly practicing his faith for ten decades without waiver. He was a beautiful example to those near him as...

Sep 10, 2022

Rick True, 69, True’s Custom Floor Covering, Owner, passed away Saturday, September 10, 2022. Funeral Service 11:00am, Monday, Cozine Life Events Center. Graveside Service 2:00pm, Monday, Kansas Veterans’ Cemetery, Winfield, KS. Rick was preceded in death by his father, Richard W. True. Survivors include his wife of 48 years, Gaylene; mother, Helen Duerksen; sons, Quentin and wife, Debbie, Phillip...

Sep 9, 2022

Jeramie Scott Santee, 47, Buttonwood Tree Apartments Maintenance Man, passed away Friday, September 9, 2022. Jeramie was preceded in death by his father, Fred Santee. Survivors include his mother, Donna Santee, his children, Cameron and McKinley, his brother, Clint and sisters, Kristle and Lori. Jeramie also leaves behind several aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews and cousins. Jeramie will be...

Sep 9, 2022

Patty Jo Shorb, 66, passed away at her home Friday, September 9, 2022. A Celebration of Life Service will be held at 10:00 am, Friday, October 7, 2022 in the chapel at Central Christian Church. Patty was preceded in death by her father, Ronald Hadduck and her sister, Rhonda Trotter. Survivors include her husband of 43 years, Hubie Shorb, her...

Sep 8, 2022

Amanda M. Woodard, 40, passed away Thursday, September 8, 2022. She was preceded in death by her grandparents, Rollie and Pat Canary, and is survived by her husband, Adam Finkeldei; son, Maddox Carver; daughter, Braeleigh Finkeldei; parents, Paul and Shelly Woodard; sisters, Brandi Mullins (Jake) and Tawny Sobba (Joe); three aunts, one uncle, eight nieces, and eight nephews. A Celebration...

Sep 7, 2022

Daniel "Dan" Sanchez, 57, passed away Wednesday, September 7, 2022. He was preceded in death by his sons, Cory Sanchez and Wade Sanchez; parents, James and Ruth Sanchez; and siblings, Sarah, James, Jeffrey, Vicki, Carl, and Randal. Survivors include his spouses, Lorena Sanchez and Crystal Speer; children, Todd Sanchez (Ashley), Daniel Sanchez II (Brandy), Rachal Sanchez, Gracie Sanchez, Freddy...

Sep 6, 2022

Jacque Joann Hemel, 68, Sowers Alternative High School Para, passed away September 6, 2022. Born December 7, 1953 in Scott City, KS, Jacque was preceded in death by her parents Delmar and Doris Hemel. Survivors include her children, Joshua McClure, Debra Adams and Leann Moddelmog; brothers, Larry Hemel and Lance Hemel; sister, Billie Jackson; 6 grandchildren and 1 great-grandchild...

Sep 6, 2022

Mary Lynn Maugans, 64, former Wichita Eagle District Manager, passed away Tuesday, September 6, 2022. Mary was preceded in death by her husband, Robert Maugans; father, James Beckley; and sister, Theresa Gray. Survivors include her children, Jamie Hilliard, Jennifer Smith, Charlie Maugans, Chad Maugans, Craig Maugans, and Mary Beth Dudley; mother, Connie Beckley; siblings, James Beckley, Alan Beckley, Helen...