Obituaries
Local Obituaries for Wichita, Kansas
Betty Lane
Jul 4, 2025
Betty L. (Munkres) Brush Lane, 95, retired sheet metal assembler at Boeing Aircraft Company, died Friday, July 4, 2025. Open viewing will be from 3:00-5:00pm, Tuesday, July 8, at Broadway Mortuary. Funeral service will be at 10:00am, Wednesday, July 9, at Immanuel Baptist Church. Burial will follow at Towanda Cemetery. Betty was born on March 7, 1930, in Meno, Oklahoma...
LaDoska Jane McClenny
Jul 3, 2025
LaDoska Jane Donahue Scribner McClenny died on July 3, 2025 at the age of 94. She was preceded in death by her first husband Herbert L. Scribner (married 1948-1966), second husband Donald McClenny (married 1983-2002), her parents Lynn Donahue and Miller Donahue of Des Arc, Arkansas, her older sister Imogene Griffin Sisna, niece Alicia Jane Wyss, and older brother John (Buddy)...
Peter Michael Molloy
Jun 30, 2025
Peter Michael Molloy, a remarkable historian/curator and dedicated family man, passed away on June 30, 2025, in Wichita, Kansas, at the age of 82. Born on August 16, 1942, in New York, New York, Peter led an impactful life filled with both professional achievements and personal devotion.
A graduate of the United States Naval Academy in 1964, Peter served with honor...
Robert Chris Robe
Jun 29, 2025
Robert Chris Robe,78, passed away in Wichita, Kansas, on June 29, 2025, from the effects of Primary Progressive Aphasia. He is survived by his wife of 29 years, Debra Robe; stepsons, Nick and Mike (Emily) Drake; and granddaughters, Eleanorr Dawn and Charlotte Ann Drake. Further, he is survived by his children, Hilary Kupersmith (Andrew) and Sarah and Barrett Robe.
Chris was...
Susan Ann (Strobl) Burrus
Jun 29, 2025
Susan Ann Burrus, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister and friend, passed away on June 29, 2025, at the age of 60, leaving behind a legacy of warmth, kindness, and deep love.
Susan was born on September 10, 1964, in Great Bend, Kansas. After graduating from Ellinwood High School, she earned an associate degree from Wichita State University, where she was...
James Menehan, MD
Jun 26, 2025
James Menehan, MD, a beloved pediatrician, dedicated husband, father, grandfather, and friend, passed away on June 26, 2025, in Wichita, Kansas, at the age of 99. He was born on February 28, 1926, in Lawrence, Kansas, and his life was marked by service, love, and an unwavering commitment to those around him.
Dr. Menehan spent 30 years as a treasured pediatrician...
Barbara Ann Stiles
Jun 25, 2025
Barbara Ann (Newton) Stiles, our loving mom, grandma, and great grandma, went to be with Jesus on Wednesday, June 25, 2025. She was 87 years old.
Barbara was born on July 2, 1937, in Wichita, Kansas, the daughter of John and Bessie Newton. She grew up in the Riverside neighborhood of Wichita, graduating from Wichita High School North in 1955. After...
John Havel
Jun 25, 2025
John E Havel, beloved husband, brother, friend, father, and grandfather died peacefully on June 25, 2025. He was in his Wichita home and surrounded by family during his last days.
John was born on June 5th, 1940, in Mt. Clements, Michigan. He graduated from Western Michigan in 1962 and began a series of career promotions that would take him from Michigan...
Chantha Oun
Jun 23, 2025
With broken hearts, we share the passing of our beloved brother, Chantha Oun, who was born on May 19, 1980, and passed away on June 23, 2025. His departure leaves a deep void in the lives of all who knew and loved him.Chantha was a quiet soul with a kind heart. He loved being surrounded by friends, sharing laughter, and...
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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...
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