Local Obituaries for Wichita, Kansas

Jan 21, 2021

Clyde "Rusty" E. Mears, Jr., 62 of Wichita, passed away Thursday, January 21, 2021 at his home. Private family Services will be held. He was born on September 23, 1958 to Clyde E. Mears, Sr. and Betty Stickel Mears Bergquist. Survivors include his children, James Flyinghorse and Melissa Kumm; parents, Franklin and Veronica Bergquist and Mary Mears; sisters, Debbie...

Jan 21, 2021

Martha Bethel, 85, peacefully passed away on January 21, 2021. She was born February 12, 1935 in Augusta, Kansas. She was a 1953 graduate of East High School, and went on to receive her Bachelor’s degree in Art Education from Wichita State University. Martha was in education for 30 years and then decided to become a successful realtor. However,...

Jan 20, 2021

Mary Judith (Judy) Hull, born December 19, 1937, died peacefully at home in Wichita, Kansas on January 20, 2021. Trisagion and Funeral Service at 7:00pm, Monday, January 25, at St. George Orthodox Christian Cathedral. Interment 11:00am, Tuesday, January 26, at Kensington Gardens. Judy was born in Kansas City, MO. She graduated from Sunset Hill Academy and the University of...

Jan 20, 2021

Neil M. Blubaugh, 96, left this earth to be reunited with the love of his life, wife Betty, on January 20, 2021.  Neil was born on August 3, 1924, to Earl and Lillian Blubaugh in Bressie, Oklahoma.  Neil was a retired farmer and stockman who lived in Bressie Community until 2007 when he moved to Clearwater, Kansas.

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Jan 18, 2021

Racheal F. Hill, 97, retired Robert J. Dole VA Medical Center, Administrative Assistant, passed away Monday, January 18, 2021. Private family services will be held at a later date. Preceded in death by her husband, Oliver Hill and father, Lloyd, survivors include her daughter, Lee (Jim) Buchanan of Woodbury, MN; grandson, Bradley Buchanan; and close family friend, Christie Roos....

Jan 18, 2021

Ward, Peggy Joan, 92, retired Boeing Aircraft Company, passed away Monday, January 18, 2021. Viewing 3-5:00pm, Sunday, Broadway Mortuary. Graveside Service 1:00pm, Monday, Moline Cemetery, Moline, KS. She was preceded in death by her husband Ollie Ward; parents, Jay B. and Myrtle McNown; infant son, Byron Scott; 5 brothers and 6 sisters. Survivors include sons, Ron (Brenda) Scott and...

Jan 18, 2021

Jimmie Ray Wood, 86, proud 20 year U.S. Marine Corps retired 1st Sgt. and Jim's Cabinet Shop owner, passed away Monday, January 18, 2021. Jimmie was preceded in death by his parents, Emmett Wood and Phoebe Ruth Mills; brother, Gerald Wood; sister, Anna Jean Owens; grandson, Brandon Neal Bentley; and son-in-law, Kenneth Knoblauch. Survivors include his loving wife of...

Jan 17, 2021

Virginia Fullerton Harris joined her husband John in heaven on Jan 17, 2021. She was born June 9, 1933 to Julia and Hayes Fullerton in Blair, OK, the last of four children. Virginia grew up Wichita, graduating from Wichita State University. She married John in 1960 and began their journey of fun and a fabulous life together. Virginia was...

Jan 17, 2021

Grace Pauline Ferrill passed away at 102 years of age on Sunday, January 17th, 2021. Visitation will be from 5:00-7:00, Thursday, January 21st at Broadway Mortuary located at the corner of Broadway and Lincoln. Graveside service will be at 10:00am, Friday, January 22nd at White Chapel Memorial Gardens. Preceded in death by parents, Hettie and Clifton Allen; brothers, Jack,...

Jan 16, 2021

Mary Evelyn Woosley Hopkins was born on September 6, 1950 to parents, Joe Paul Woolsey II and Catherine Virginia Wirth Woolsey, in El Dorado, KS and was named after her two grandmothers. Her brother, Robert Joe "Bob" Woolsey was born on June 19, 1952 and remained very close all of their lives. She spent her childhood years growing up...

Jan 16, 2021

Vickie Raye (Mills) Kilmer passed on to her Heavenly home on Saturday, January 16, 2021 at the age of 73.  Vickie was born in Rapid City, South Dakota on October 6, 1947 to Hugh and Mae Mills.

She graduated from Rapid City High School with the class of 1965 and  the following summer,  had the opportunity to work...

Jan 16, 2021

James “Jim” Aldrich, 77, died January 16, 2021. No services will be held. Jim was preceded in death by his parents, Glenn and Mary Jane Aldrich. He is survived by his sisters, Jane (George) Huenergardt of Wichita, Sharon Lanois of Springfield, MO and Linda Botkin of Louisville, KY; and several nieces and nephews. Share condolences at www.cozine.com. Services by...

Jan 15, 2021

Don Earl Carey, Jr., 67, passed away, Friday, January 15, 2021. Visitation with family will be Tuesday, January 19, at Broadway Mortuary and Graveside Service will be 3:30 pm, at Lakeview Cemetery. He was preceded in death by parents, Don Earl and Donna Lee Carey, Sr. Survivors include his beloved wife, Debra Carey; son Don Earl (Laura) Carey III;...

Jan 15, 2021

Wong, Larry You Lim, 85, former owner of the South City Restaurant, passed away Friday, January 15, 2021. Visitation with family present 5-8:00pm, Friday, Broadway Mortuary. Private family services will be held. He was preceded in death by his parents, Poy and Nui Mar and brother, Paul Mar. Survivors include his wife of 57 years, Jane Wong; sons, Larry...

Jan 14, 2021

Natvarbhai Dahyabhai Bhakta (Derod) Wichita KS, passed away Thursday, January 14, 2021. Survived by wife Gulabben; sons Hemantbhai (Minneapolis, MN), Sanjaybhai (Wichita, KS), Kaushikbhai (Wichita KS), Priteshbhai ( Minneapolis, MN); brothers Manubhai (Colony, TX),Ramanbhai ( Hempstead, TX); sisters Somiben (Colony, TX), Urmilaben (New Braunfels, TX) and Manjuben (Las Cruces, NM) Due to the Covid-19 family is planning to have...

Jan 13, 2021

James G. Kahrs died in Christ on January 13, 2021.  Jim was born March 02, 1934, in Wichita, Kansas.  A private family graveside service will be held at Maple Grove Cemetery.  He was preceded in death by his parents, William (Bill) and Ruth (Merle) Kahrs and his sister, Patsy Parr.  He is survived by his wife of 64 years,...

Jan 13, 2021

Donald E. Smith, 91, passed away Wednesday, January 13, 2021. A memorial service will be held at a later date. He was a 32nd Degree Master Mason and belonged to the Albert Pike Lodge, Scottish Rite, and High Twelve Int'l. Donald was preceded in death by his wife, Mareta Smith and son, Bob Welliver. He is survived by his...

Jan 11, 2021

Burnah, Terrence L. “Terry”, 63, Beards 66 Manager, passed away Monday, January 11, 2021. Visitation with family present 5-8:00pm, Wednesday, Broadway Mortuary. Preceded in death by his parents, Victor and Mary Burnah, survivors include daughters, Danita (Brian) Tulk and Chelsea (Sean) Brown; brother, Michael Burnah; sisters, Victoria Rose-Niemann, Maggie Iuen and Theresa Hottenstein; 5 grandchildren, Cameron, Carson, Jackson, Jayden,...

Jan 11, 2021

Marjorie Morgridge, known belovedly as "Mimi" by her grandchildren and great great grandchildren, went home to meet her Savior on January 11. A woman of unwavering faith, she knew precisely her next destination along this journey of life. And she lived her life to the utmost. A woman of God, a mentor, a dear friend, a devoted and loving...

Jan 10, 2021

Teresa Anne Riedinger, 59, loving wife, mother, daughter, sister, grandmother, and teacher left this world and entered God’s Kingdom on January 10, 2021.

She is survived by her husband, Helmut Riedinger, Andover, KS; her son, Benjamin Clark, Wilmington, NC; her step-sons, Helmut Riedinger, Rosenberg, TX and Derek Riedinger, Ponca City, OK; her parents, Alven and Rosanne Nunley, Muskogee OK;...