Obituaries
Local Obituaries for Wichita, Kansas
Hans Kraus
Sep 5, 2025
Hans Armin Kraus, born on April 28, 1932, in Wuerzburg, Germany, passed away surrounded by family in Valley Center, Kansas, on September 5, 2025. He lived a life full of meaning, dedication, and love, which he shared generously with those around him.
Hans enjoyed a distinguished career as an engineer at Boeing Military Aircraft Co. in Wichita, Kansas. His commitment to...
Jauniece Bias
Sep 1, 2025
Jauniece Nichelle Bias, born on August 12, 1982, passed away on September 1, 2025, in Wichita, Kansas, enveloped in love and quiet strength. At 43, she was a devoted mother, nurturing sister, beloved daughter, and adoring aunt, all roles she fulfilled with gentle grace and understated humor that deeply touched those around her.
Though naturally reserved, Jauniece’s warmth was unmistakable expressed...
William Walter Gibbs IV
Aug 30, 2025
William Walter Gibbs IV, born on May 27, 1967, in Wichita, Kansas, passed away peacefully in his hometown on August 30, 2025. A devoted husband, father, and friend, William will be remembered for his vibrant personality, generous spirit, and unwavering faith.
William pursued a successful career as a Financial Planner, specializing in Medicare and Medicaid, where he worked with American Senior...
Jerry Allen Probert
Aug 29, 2025
Jerry Allen Probert, born on August 17, 1940, in Barton County, Missouri, passed away on August 29, 2025, in Wichita, Kansas. He lived a life marked by dedication, hard work, and affection for his family. Jerry's journey took him from the fields of dairy farming to the busy roads as a truck driver, leaving a lasting impact on those fortunate...
Dema Beth Wiese
Aug 29, 2025
Dema (Beth) Wiese, 84, of Wichita, Kansas, passed away peacefully on Friday, August 29, 2025, at her new retirement community, where she had lived for the past eight weeks. Just before that, she had left her longtime home of 39 years in Springfield, Missouri.
Beth was born on August 23, 1941, in Greenwood, Arkansas, to the late Francis and Darrell Martin....
Mechelle Utz
Aug 27, 2025
Mechelle Lea Utz, 64, passed away Wednesday, August 27, 2025. She was born on September 23, 1960 in Sulfur, Oklahoma to parents, Jasper Ellis and Joyce Leigh. Mechelle was preceded in death by her husband, Douglas Utz; and her parents. She is survived by children, Melissa (Neil) Hague, Adam Utz, and Faith (Matthew) Price; grandchildren, Ana Hague, Katelyn Hague, Lili...
Eula Rasler
Aug 26, 2025
Eula Rasler, 84, of Wichita, KS, Beloved wife, mother and grandmother, won her courageous fight against cancer and went to be with the Lord August 26, 2025. She was born in Clarksville, AR on July 19, 1940 to the late Lee and Velma Patterson. Besides her parents she was also preceded in death by 4 brothers, 3 sisters, her husband...
Marsha Peterson
Aug 24, 2025
Marsha Gay Peterson, 81, passed away on Sunday, August 24, 2025. Marsha was born on September 9, 1943 in Winfield, Kansas to parents, Ray and Aline Benjamin. She spent her childhood in Belle Plaine, before moving to Wichita. Marsha lived a full life that was highlighted by being a mother to her 5 children: Janet, Jerry, Jill, Joe, and Brad....
Diane Schmitz
Aug 21, 2025
Diane C. (Miller) Schmitz passed away on August 21, 2025—her 83rd birthday—in Wichita, Kansas. She was born in 1942 and raised in Ohio by her parents, Harry and Ruth Miller, alongside her beloved younger sister, Cheryl (Miller) Mickunas.
In 1968, Diane graduated from Youngstown University School of Nursing and later earned her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Case Western Reserve...
Bruce Brown
Aug 21, 2025
Bruce Charles Brown, age 64, passed away peacefully on Thursday, August 21st, 2025. He battled myelofibrosis. Bruce was born on February 20th, 1961, in Wichita, KS to Charles Reiff Brown and Theresa (Greenhaw) Brown. He graduated from Great Bend High School (1979), Oral Robert’s University (1983), and Pepperdine University Law School (1986), including a semester at Oxford University.Bruce practiced law...
Barbara Jean Dole
Aug 19, 2025
Barbara was born on May 27, 1936, in Hutchinson, Kansas, to Ruth and Henry Werfelman. The youngest of three daughters, Barbara spent her early years in Hutchinson, Kansas. She later moved with her family to a farm in Burrton, Kansas, where she enjoyed all of the charms of a small town in the Kansas Heartland.
It was during her years at...
George Snider, Jr.
Aug 17, 2025
George Henry Snider, Jr., a cherished husband, father, grandfather, passed away August 17, 2025, in Wichita, Kansas. He was 91 years old. Born on April 21, 1934, in Buffalo, New York, George lived a life marked by dedication, love, and a commitment to service.
A retired engineer at Boeing Aircraft Company, George demonstrated a remarkable talent for innovation and problem-solving throughout...
Kenny Jayne
Aug 17, 2025
Kenneth Lee Jayne, 69, passed away Sunday, August 17, 2025. Service celebrating Kenny's life will be at 10am, Friday, August 22, at Broadway Mortuary. Kenny is preceded in death by his mother, Lola Jayne; and brother, Gerald Jayne. He is survived by his father, Melvin Jayne; son, Eric Jayne; daughters, Tera (Jeremiah) Page, and Christina Patrick; brothers, Doug Jayne, and...
Steve Gray
Aug 15, 2025
With heavy hearts we announce the passing of Steve Gray, who left us on August 15th. He was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather. Steve was born on December 10th, 1958 and lived a full life of love, hard work, and simple joys.He married the love of his life Shirley Gray on July 8th, 1989. Together they shared a...
David Heckman
Aug 14, 2025
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of David Arthur Heckman of Wichita, Kansas who died on August 14th, 2025 at the age of 70. He was a gentle and kind soul and we will miss his endearing giggle.
Dave was born in Emporia, Kansas on July 13th, 1955 to John and Lora Heckman. He graduated high school...
Devin Dickman
Aug 13, 2025
It is with our deepest sadness to announce the passing of our beloved wife, mother, daughter, family member, and friend, Devin Jae Dickman, 26, who passed away on Wednesday, August 13, 2025. Born with a spirit of kindness and a dedication to serving others, Devin touched the lives of many throughout her years.
Devin is preceded in death by her mother,...
James Vernon "Papa" Burleigh
Aug 13, 2025
James Vernon Burleigh, known affectionately as Papa, passed away peacefully on August 13, 2025, surrounded by family and loved ones in Wichita, Kansas. Born on April 6, 1938, in the same vibrant city, James lived a life enriched by family, faith, and dedication to his profession.
James began his career as a draftsman at The Boeing Company, where he proudly worked...
Bill Lee Barnard
Aug 12, 2025
Bill Lee Barnard was born on an air base in Orlando, Florida on April 16, 1945 to William Barnard and Ruth Trutna Barnard. Less than a year later his brother Rocky joined the family. Bill was a student of Medicine Lodge schools and grew up across from the Pageant Drive-In Theater.Bill always had a job starting as a carry out...
Helen Marie Parli
Aug 12, 2025
Helen Marie Parli of Wichita, Kansas celebrated her 100th birthday on Wednesday, August 6th, then passed away on Tuesday, August 12, 2025.
Helen was born in Afton, Iowa and spent her childhood years in Ottawa, Kansas. After high school graduation, she moved to Wichita, Kansas where she lived for the rest of her life. She met Kenneth Parli, and they married...
Raymond Simmons
Aug 11, 2025
Raymond Lee Simmons, 63, passed away Monday, August 11, 2025 in Wichita, KS. Raymond leaves behind his parents, James and Ruby Blevins as well as several nieces and nephews. Ray was preceded in death by his sister, Kowanda Thornton who passed September 20, 2019. Raymond will be missed by his family and friends.
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