Obituaries
Local Obituaries for Wichita, Kansas
Donna Warden
Apr 7, 2026
Donna Lou Warden, daughter of James Leo Douglas and Zelda Louise Douglas, passed away April 7, 2026. She is survived by children, Greg Berry (Debbie), Teresa Zimmerman (Darrel), Scott Berry (LaRita), and Annette Helvey (Richard); and blessed with 8 grandchildren, 24 great-grandchildren, and 4 great-great-grandchildren.
Donna was preceded in death by her parents; granddaughters, Brianna Solis and Tanya Berry; grandson, Brian...
Charles L Worm
Apr 7, 2026
Charles LaVerne Worm, age 93 and 4 months, was born on December 7, 1932 in Freistatt MO. A retired aircraft engineer, he passed away on April 7, 2026. He was preceded in death by his spouse Alida (Pape) Worm, his parents Arthur and Meta Worm, brothers James and Jerry Worm, and one great grandson Damien. Survivors include his sister Margaret...
Rod B. Holt
Apr 7, 2026
Rod Holt of Wichita, Kansas, passed away on April 7, 2026, at the age of 68. Born on November 9, 1957, in Wichita, Kansas, Rod was the beloved son of Clarence and Shirley Holt.
Rod attended Southeast High School and graduated from Metro in Wichita. He then went on to build a life defined by hard work, resilience, and dedication to...
Emily Jane Garvey Bonavia
Apr 5, 2026
Emily Jane Garvey Bonavia passed away peacefully on Easter Sunday, April 5th, with family at her side.
Born December 19th, she was brought home as a Christmas present to her three older siblings, John, Jim, and Ann. Two younger sisters, Julie and Mary, were later added.
She was small in stature but immense in presence—an unforgettable woman whose spirit filled every situation...
Susan Conklin
Apr 4, 2026
Susan J. Conklin, 75, passed away April 4, 2026, in Wichita, Kansas. Susan was born August 6, 1950, to Don and Joann (Womelsdorf) Daniels in Des Moines, Iowa, the youngest of two children. She graduated from Shawnee Mission West High School in 1968 and from the University of Kansas in 1972, where she met Rick. After graduation, Susan taught special...
Nancy Wandling
Apr 1, 2026
Nancy (Simone) Wandling passed away peacefully on April 1, 2026, in Denver, Colorado. She was surrounded by her loving family.
Born in Pittsburg, Kansas to Frank and Mae Simone, on February 8, 1935, Nancy lived in Pittsburg until her college years. She attended Pittsburg University and the University of Kansas, earning an education degree. She taught elementary school, but her passion was...
Richard Dale (Richy) Dickerson
Mar 31, 2026
Richard Dale (Richy) Dickerson, born on July 5, 1968, in Wichita, Kansas, peacefully passed away on March 31, 2026. Richy’s journey through life was one marked by love, laughter, and a unique spirit that touched everyone fortunate enough to know him.
A proud graduate of a special program at Neva King Cooper High School in Florida, Richy spent his days immersed...
Steven John Martinez
Mar 30, 2026
Steven John Martinez, born on March 25, 2007, in Wichita, Kansas, passed away in his hometown on March 30, 2026.
Steven’s life will be honored with a Celebration of Life service held at Faith Community Church in Wichita, located at 1750 N Gow St, 67203. The service will take place on April 7, 2026, beginning at 10:30 a.m.
He is survived by...
Betty L. Allen
Mar 29, 2026
Betty L Allen, of Sedgwick Plaza, Wichita, KS passed away peacefully in her sleep, March 29, 2026 at 85 years young under the care of hospice and assisted living compassionate care.
She grew up in Council Grove, Kansas on her family farm and after marriage to Jack Allen, (deceased), moved to Wichita, KS and nurtured a family of three children. She...
Jeanie (Meisenheimer) Reeves
Mar 28, 2026
Norma Jean "Jeanie" Reeves, 76, passed away on March 28, 2026.
She was born in Scott City, Kansas, on July 3, 1949, to Dwain and Marguerite (Goering) Meisenheimer. Her career as a registered nurse, which began after her graduation from the Wesley School of Nursing, was a testament to her caring spirit. She spent many years at Hunter Health Clinic, an...
Darlene Thompson
Mar 28, 2026
Darlene F. Thompson, 99, former Beautician and Associated Co., Inc. Quality Control Secretary, passed away Saturday, March 28, 2026 in Wichita, KS. Darlene was born February 13, 1927 in Ellis, KS to the late Fred and Minnie Irion. She was also preceded in death by her two sisters, Isabel Asbell and Cleo Rice; niece, Toni Deason; nephew, Gary Rice and...
Bruce Messecar
Mar 28, 2026
Bruce Mitchell Messecar, 79, passed away Saturday, March 28, 2026. Bruce was born in Wichita, Kansas, and graduated from Wichita East High School. Shortly after graduation, he married his sweetheart, Susie Horner and had 2 beautiful children, Mitchell and Kristie. Bruce attended vocational college to further his career before spending several years as a manager at the local Otasco stores....
Christina Palmer
Mar 27, 2026
Christina Aramburu Palmer, 64, of Wichita, Kansas, passed away on March 27, 2026.Christina was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and friend whose life centered around the people she loved most. She married the love of her life, George "Michael," on October 10, 1980, and together they built a family full of laughter, love, and lasting memories.Christina was known for...
Lyonel Benoit-Rock
Mar 26, 2026
Lyonel Benoit-Rock, 75 of Wichita, died March 26, 2026 at Ascension Via Christi Hospital. He was born August 10, 1950 in Port-Au-Prince, Haiti to the late Oriental Benoit and Margaret Rock.Lyonel graduated from the School of Medicine in Morelia, Michoacan, Mexico. He did a fellowship in Guyana and he did another fellowship in Pueblo, Mexico. He is a US Citizen. He...
Pamela L. Gordner
Mar 26, 2026
Pamela L. Gordner, 73, retired insurance agent and beloved mother, passed away peacefully on Thursday, March 26, 2026. Graveside services are currently being planned.
Pamela was preceded in death by her husband, Leon "Jay" Gordner; parents, Alfred and Mary Dyar; and siblings, A.P. Dyar and Danita Dyar. Survivors include her son, Jayden Gordner; daughter, Stacia Luthi (Mark); and her beloved dogs,...
Deborah F. Herrera-Barba
Mar 25, 2026
Deborah Faye Herrera-Barba, 70, Homemaker, passed away Wednesday, March 25, 2026 in Andover, KS. Debbie was born April 10, 1955 in Georgia to the late Norman and Corita Jacobs. She was also preceded in death by her brothers, Jimmy, Norman and Gerald Jacobs and her sister, Kelly Jacobs. Deborah is survived by her husband Rafael Herrera-Barba; sons, Anthony Wadlowe and...
Eric W. Harris
Mar 23, 2026
Eric Harris, a U.S. Navy veteran, electrical engineer, and devoted train enthusiast, passed away on March 23, 2026, following a battle with dementia. He will be remembered for his sharp mind, steady character, and the passion and determination he brought to all he pursued.
Eric was born in Ft. George, Maryland on November 20, 1949. Eric proudly served his country in...
Ricky Coon
Mar 22, 2026
Ricky Allen Coon Sr., 67, of Wichita, Kansas, passed away on March 22, 2026, surrounded by his loving family.
Ricky was born on May 6, 1958, in Amarillo, TX. He was a retired truck driver who spent many years on the road, working hard to provide for his family. He was known for his strong work ethic, resilience, and dedication to...
Donald James "Deje" Glassburn
Mar 18, 2026
Donald James “Deje” Glassburn, a man whose life was marked by dedication, generosity, and unwavering faith, passed away on March 18, 2026, in Wichita, Kansas. Born on February 5, 1964, in Seattle, Washington, Deje lived a life rich with diverse experiences and a profound commitment to those he loved and served.
Deje’s varied career reflected his strong work ethic and devotion...
Claudia Marie Cole
Mar 18, 2026
Claudia Marie Cole 12/1/1944 -
It's hard to write an obituary about Claudia without using swear words, because that's who she was. Unfiltered, raw, unique, and truly one of a kind. She had lived many places in her 81 years on earth, but she found a home in Udall, KS and became loved by a small town for being who she...
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