Obituaries
Local Obituaries for Wichita, Kansas
Sandra Bateman
Jul 12, 2025
Sandra “Sandi” Kathleen Bateman, 60, of Wichita passed away on July 12, 2025. Sandi was born on May 26, 1965 in Wichita to her parents Herbert and Mary Jo Rea. Sandi worked in accounts payable at truck repair shops for many years.Sandi is preceded in death by her mother, Mary Jo Rea; and son, Stephen Joseph Warren. Sandi is survived...
Ralph W. Bubeck
Jul 6, 2025
Dr. Ralph Wendell Bubeck, 88, retired Physician with The Wichita Clinic, entered the presence of his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ, on July 6, 2025. Ralph was born on August 27, 1936, into the farming family of Floyd and Agnes Bubeck in Clarion, Iowa. He had four brothers, Dale, Maurice, Mark, and Larry; and one sister, Lila May, who died...
Christian Bryant
Jul 5, 2025
Christian Daniel Buchner Bryant, 18, passed away Saturday, July 5, 2025 in Wichita, KS. Christian was born July 31, 2006 is San Diego, CA to Eric and Jennifer Bryant. In addition to his parents, Christian leaves behind his son, Reid James Buchner Bryant; his grandparents, Norman and Natalee Bryant, Fred and Jenny Buchner, Jr. and Terri and Mike Loren; and his...
Elwood Wilmeth
Jul 5, 2025
Elwood Wilmeth, 90, passed away Saturday, July 5, 2025. Visitation with family will be from 6:00-8:00pm on Tuesday, July 8, at Broadway Mortuary. Service celebrating Elwood's life will be at 1:00pm, Wednesday, July 9, also at Broadway Mortuary. Burial will be at 2:30pm, Wednesday, July 9, at the Mulvane Cemetery. Elwood is preceded in death by his father, Ray Wilmeth;...
Cesar Gonzalez-Palacios
Jul 4, 2025
Cesar Eduardo Gonzalez, 45, passed away Friday, July 4, 2025. Service celebrating Cesar’s life will be at 10:30am, Friday, July 18, at Broadway Mortuary. Burial will immediately follow the service at Maple Grove Cemetery. Cesar is preceded in death by his mother, Estela Palacios. He is survived by his father, Baltazar Gonzalez; sons, Cristian Gonzalez, and Adrian Gonzalez; daughter, Nataly...
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...
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