Obituaries

Local Obituaries for Wichita, Kansas

Pat Anderson

Pat Anderson

Jun 22, 2025

Pat Anderson (born William Flatt Jr.) entered this world on September 22, 1942, in Belleville, Illinois, the son of William Flatt and Juanita Kenner. After his father’s passing, he was adopted at age two by Joseph Brosh. He was preceded in death by his parents and is survived by his fiancée Kay Heizer, his son William Flatt III and daughter-in-law...

Nancy Farrow

Nancy Farrow

Jun 21, 2025

Nancy Farrow, age 91, passed away peacefully on June 21, 2025, in her hometown of Wichita, Kansas. Born on December 27, 1933, Nancy was a cherished member of her community and a beloved family matriarch whose life was marked by creativity, kindness, and a remarkable dedication to others.

Nancy was a graduate of Wichita East High School, where she was a...

Kenneth D. Griggs

Kenneth D. Griggs

Jun 20, 2025

Ken Griggs completed his long earthly good-bye on June 20, 2025 surrounded by love. A Celebration of Life Service is planned for 1:00 pm, Monday, June 30, at Eastminster Presbyterian Church, 1958 N. Webb Rd., Wichita, KS, 67206.

Kenneth Dean Griggs was born in St. Joseph Missouri, the only child of Mary and Dean Griggs. He attended public schools in St....

Shirley Schneider

Shirley Schneider

Jun 19, 2025

Shirley Gale (Switzer) Schneider passed away the morning of June 19, 2025. Shirley was born to Rhineholt (Bob) and Rosa Switzer December 6, 1945 in Leedey, Oklahoma. Raised in Weatherford, Oklahoma, Shirley met her husband and love of her life, Larry Schneider. They were partners and best friends in marriage for 61 years. Together they had five children, Karri, Kevin,...

Erik Greene

Erik Greene

Jun 16, 2025

Erik Thomas Greene, 53, former Boeing Manufacturing Planner, passed away Monday, June 16, 2025, in Wichita, KS. Erik was born November 13, 1971, in Long Beach, CA, to Thomas and Kathleen Greene. Kathleen preceded him in death, as did his brother-in-law and Pastor, Charles Heck. Survivors include his wife, Roxanne; father, Thomas Greene; sons, Chase (Zoe), Dante, Noah and daughter,...

Robert Albers

Robert Albers

Jun 14, 2025

Robert Michael Albers, 71, passed away on Saturday, June 14, 2025. Bob was born in Oakley, Kansas on December 13, 1953, to parents, Alvin Albers and Ruby Rupp.  He grew up with his 3 siblings, Larry, Fred, Patricia, Shirley and Eileen. Bob was an accomplished diesel mechanic, who finished his career in Wichita, Kansas. He is preceded in death by...

Yvonne Molzahn

Yvonne Molzahn

Jun 13, 2025

Yvonne Lois Molzahn, 92, homemaker passed away in Florence, AZ, June 13, 2025. Yvonne was born January 5, 1933 in Humbolt, KS to the late Joseph and Mavis Allaire. Yvonne was also preceded in death by her husband, Jay Molzahn; daughter, Janine Molzahn and her granddaughter, Veronica. Yvonne is survived by her son, David and wife, Carol Molzahn; daughter, Rinda...

Kurt W. Baumgartner

Kurt W. Baumgartner

Jun 13, 2025

Kurt W. Baumgartner, 75, passed away on Friday, June 13, 2025. A Celebration of Life Service is planned for 11:00 am, Thursday, June 19, at Eastminster Presbyterian Church, 1958 N. Webb Rd. Kurt was preceded in death by his parents, Jack and Vivian Baumgartner, and is survived by his wife, Terri Baumgartner; children, Erin Baumgartner (Patrick Aldrich), Jack Baumgartner (Amy),...

Garold Brooks

Garold Brooks

Jun 13, 2025

Garold Norman Brooks, Captain (Retired) USMC, entered the presence of his Lord and Savior on Friday, June 13, 2025. He was born to James and Leta Brooks on July 8, 1939. He was the seventh of ten children.

Garold graduated from West High School in 1956. Then he enlisted in the United States Marine Corps after graduating from high school at...

Russell Blacketer

Russell Blacketer

Jun 12, 2025

Russell Eugene Blacketer passed away at his home on June 12, 2025 at the age of 65.

He is survived by his mother Pearl Sparks, sisters Patti Kulpinski, Pam Bouse and his brother Curtis Blacketer, nieces Jill Martinez, Amanda Montez and nephews Ben Kulpinski and Erik Bouse.

Russ was a successful businessman owning Computer Cable Installation for many years, reluctantly retiring due...

Edward Giordana

Edward Giordana

Jun 12, 2025

Edward John Giordana, 93, of Wichita, Kansas, passed away on June 12, 2025. A proud veteran, loving husband, and devoted family man, Edward lived a full and honorable life defined by service, family, and faith.

Edward was born on November 27, 1931, in Iron River, Michigan, to Lawrence and Angeline (Tessaro) Giordana.

He served his country with distinction in the U.S. Air...

Mandi Leigh Edwards

Mandi Leigh Edwards

Jun 10, 2025

Mandi Leigh Edwards, 49, a loving wife, mother, and devoted Mimi, went to be with Jesus on Tuesday, June 10, 2025.

Mandi was born on September 16, 1975, in Syracuse, Kansas, the beloved daughter of Raymond Clark and Kat (Hartshorn) Clark. Her life was marked by deep faith, unwavering love for her family, and a heart full of kindness and strength.

Mandi...

Nancy Lee Conway

Nancy Lee Conway

Jun 9, 2025

Nancy Lee (Zinn) Conway, 81, beloved mother and grandmother, passed away peacefully on Monday, June 9, 2025, in Kansas City, Missouri. She spent her last days surrounded by her children and grandchildren as well as the compassionate healthcare workers/angels of hospice.

Nancy was born in Wichita, Kansas on September 22, 1943, to Russell and Mary (Albright) Zinn. She was the second...

Crystal Ford

Crystal Ford

Jun 7, 2025

Crystal Marie Ford, 72, passed away Saturday, June 7, 2025 in Wichita, Kansas. Private family services will be held. Crystal is preceded in death by her parents, Frederick, Jr and Mary Ford; brothers, Frederick Ford III, Gary Ford, and Martin Ford. She is survived by her niece and nephew, and their spouses, Jason Ford and Connie Shire, and Laura Ford...

Ruby Baker

Ruby Baker

Jun 6, 2025

Ruby Lee Baker, 95, loving wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed to be with the Lord on Friday, June 6th, 2025. Ruby was born on February 23, 1930, in Wichita, Kansas to parents, Richard and Ella (Foster) Coleman. She was their sixth child in a family that reached 10 children. Her siblings (in order of birth) were Helen, Juanita, Irene,...

Ellen Lee Ketteman

Ellen Lee Ketteman

Jun 6, 2025

Ellen Lee (Sinnema) Ketteman, born on April 28, 1941, in Cleveland, Ohio, peacefully passed away on June 6, 2025, in Wichita, Kansas. With a life that was marked by devotion, love, and a cheerful spirit, Ellen's journey reflects the embodiment of generosity and joy that she extended to all who knew her.

Ellen’s educational foundation was laid in her time at...

Ruth Ann Burton

Ruth Ann Burton

Jun 5, 2025

Ruth Ann Burton (Barrett), age 86, passed away peacefully on June 5, 2025, in Wichita, Kansas. A devoted wife, mother, aunt, and friend, Ruth Ann lived a life marked by compassion, faith, and an unwavering love for others.Born on January 27, 1939, in Weir, Kansas, Ruth Ann was the daughter of John and Esther Barrett. She graduated as valedictorian from...

Michael Drew Bates, MD

Michael Drew Bates, MD

Jun 5, 2025

Michael Drew Bates went home on the morning of Thursday, June 5, 2025, at 9:30 a.m. in Wichita, Kansas, surrounded by his loving family.

Born December 7, 1948, in Pender, Nebraska, Michael was the firstborn of William Franklin and Barbara Gay (Benton) Bates. He graduated from Pender High School in 1967 and went on to attend Nebraska Wesleyan University and the...

Jan FitzSimmons

Jan FitzSimmons

Jun 5, 2025

Janet Kay FitzSimmons, 76, passed away Thursday, June 5, 2025. Visitation with family will be from 5:00-7:00pm, Wednesday, June 11 at the Cozine Life Events Center. Funeral service celebrating Jan's life will be at 10:00am, Thursday, June 12, also at the Cozine Life Events Center. Burial will be at 2:00pm, Thursday June 12, at the Cairo Cemetery in Cairo, Kansas....

Jefferson Hull

Jefferson Hull

Jun 3, 2025

Jefferson E. Hull, 92, born April 1, 1933 passed away June 3, 2025 in Wichita, KS. Jeff was retired from American National Insurance Co. A Celebration of Life service will be 10:00am, Thursday, June 19, 2025 at the Prairie Homestead Chapel. He was preceded in death by his wife of 59 years, Joan Hull, they were married June 11, 1955....