Obituaries
Local Obituaries for Wichita, Kansas
Vivianne Farha
Jul 25, 2026
Vivianne Farha, passed away on July 25, 2026, in her beloved hometown of Wichita, Kansas, at the age of 92. Born on February 12, 1934, in Wichita, Vivianne’s long and meaningful life was defined by deep devotion to her family, unwavering faith, and a passion for building connections with everyone she met.
Vivianne’s formative years were spent in Wichita, where she...
Larry Lynn Rose
Jul 24, 2026
Larry Rose, 77, passed away on Friday, July 24, 2026. He was born to parents, Denzel Rose and Connie Moeller, on December 24, 1948. His parents precede him in death. He is survived by his loving wife, Caroline Rose; brother, Robert Rose; step-children, Jim Perkins, Jeannie Midcap, Christina Perkins, Patrick Perkins, and Don Perkins; grandchildren, Shawn Bruner, Jamie Circle, Kendra...
Jojean Groom
Jul 21, 2026
Jojean "Jo" Groom, 72, retired RN, passed away Tuesday, July 21, 2026 in Wichita, KS. Jo was born September 14, 1953 in Wichita, KS to the late Emmit and Lela Cole. Jo work as a RN for many years at Wesley Rehab as well as several nursing homes around Wichita. As well as her parents, she was preceded in death...
Mark Steven Newton
Jul 20, 2026
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Richard Bruce Wilson
Jul 20, 2026
Richard “Bruce” Wilson, age 91, peacefully passed away with his family by his side on July 20, 2026, in Wichita, Kansas.
Born April 5, 1935, in Herington, Kansas, to Arleon Crary Wilson and Richard Byron Wilson, Bruce spent his early years in Herington, Wichita, Plainview, and Kansas City, Kansas. He graduated from Wyandotte High School and continued his education at Kansas...
Jim E. Cohlmia
Jul 19, 2026
Jim E. Cohlmia, longtime Wichita, KS resident who spent his final years in Arizona, passed away Sunday, July 19, at his home in Mesa. A successful stockbroker and art collector, Cohlmia is descended from a prominent Lebanese family who homesteaded Oklahoma farmlands early in the 20th century and rose to prominence throughout the state for their entrepreneurial and enterprising business...
Margie L. Palmer
Jul 17, 2026
Margie Lou Palmer, 85, of Wichita (formally of Derby), Kansas passed away peacefully at her home on July 17, 2026. She was a beloved mother, grandmother, great grandmother, and friend, leaving behind a legacy of faith, generosity, and devotion to her family.
She is survived by her children Glenda Baker (John) and Steve Palmer (Tammy); grandchildren Roxanne McAdam, Travis Baker, and...
Mary Specht
Jul 17, 2026
Mary L. Specht, 77, passed away Friday, July 17, 2026 in Wichita, KS. Mary was born July 29, 1948 in Garden City to the late Jeff and Oddrie Hoyt. Mary is survived by her husband of 52 years, Steve Specht; daughter, Heather (Eric) Price; grandson, Skyler; nieces and nephews, Edward Blackwell, Jason Tallman, Marlo Hoyt and several other nieces and...
Mary A. Rouse
Jul 16, 2026
Mary Alice Rouse
March 22, 1944 — July 16, 2026
Mary Alice Rouse, 82, of Wichita, Kansas, a loving wife, mother, grandmother, and nurse, passed away very peacefully on Thursday, July 16, 2026.
Mary was born on March 22, 1944, in Concordia, Kansas, and grew up in Clifton, Kansas, alongside her two cherished and loved sisters, Gay Hohner and Ann Gleason. She held...
Kay Atterbery
Jul 16, 2026
Kathryn Elaine Atterbery, known to all as Kay Atterbery, passed away peacefully on July 16, 2026, at the age of 70. Born on September 20, 1955, Kay’s life was defined by her boundless generosity, unwavering love for family and friends, and an open heart that drew people in wherever she went.
Kay was a consummate host, whose home was always warm...
Brian C. Calderwood
Jul 11, 2026
The family of Brian Campbell Calderwood is sad to deliver the news that he passed peacefully into the presence of his Savior on the morning of July 11, 2026.
Born October 16, 1960, Brian lived an ordinary life in an extraordinary way. Known for his quiet, logical nature, those who love Brian and had the privilege to be loved by him,...
Viola “Sue” Nicholas
Jul 11, 2026
Viola Sue Nicholas, age 82, entered God's presence on July 11, 2026.
Sue lived a life defined by devotion, humor, and an unwavering instinct to stand up for those who needed someone in their corner. Sue was born on August 12, 1943, in Muskogee, Oklahoma. Her family later moved to Wichita, Kansas where she made her home. She built a world...
Donald Bobbitt
Jul 10, 2026
Donald Joe Bobbitt, “Don”, 94, of Wichita, Kansas passed away on July 10, 2026.
He was born June 21, 1932 in Virgil, Kansas to Harry and Myrtle Bobbitt.
He worked for 37 years in the transportation department at Boeing .
Don bravely served his country during the Korean War as an Army Private First Class.
He married the love of his life, Alice Marie...
Stephanie Gilmore
Jul 10, 2026
Stephanie Gilmore, 83, of Wichita, Kansas, passed away peacefully on July 10, 2026.
Born on December 19, 1942, in Kansas City, Missouri, to James A. Shields and Aileen M. (Fenske) Shields, Stephanie lived a life defined by faith, love, hard work, and a genuine appreciation for life’s simple joys. She graduated from East High School in 1960 and continued her education...
Donald L. Waller
Jul 9, 2026
Donald (Don) Lee Waller, 90, of Rose Hill, Kansas, passed away on July 9, 2026.
Don was born on May 18, 1936, to parents John and Lola Waller. He was preceded in death by his parents; his wife of 56 years, Karen; his granddaughter, Kandra Waller; and his son-in-law, David Depew. He is survived by his wife Donna; son, David (Tami)...
Terry Forrest Lybarger
Jul 8, 2026
Terry Forrest Lybarger, 83, passed away July 8, 2026 in Wichita, KS. Terry was born December 3, 1942 in Wichita, KS to the late Forest and Jane Lybarger. Survivors include his son, Forrest and wife, Teresa Lybarger; sister, Nancy Dodson, grandchildren, Wayne, Nathan, Brian, Austin, Avery, Hailey, Hanna, Neal, Nina, Phillip, Stephen, Hannah, Taylor, Tyler, Katelyn, Brianna, Landon, Brax and...
Vermona Shoults
Jul 7, 2026
Vermona Lee Shoults , 97, born July 27, 1928 passed away peacefully on July 7, 2026 at Harry Hynes Hospice in Wichita, Kansas after a brief illness. Vermona was born to Arthur and Esther (Reed) Schwab at home on her family’s farm near Gridley, Kansas. An only child, Vermona grew up on the farm and graduated from Gridley Rural High...
Shannon Laura Pipes
Jul 5, 2026
Shannon Laura Pipes, of Augusta, KS, passed away peacefully on July 5, 2026, at the age of 58.
Shannon was born on May 10, 1968, at Castle AFB in Merced, CA and raised in San Diego, CA. She was a beloved daughter, sister, auntie, niece and friend who brought warmth and joy to the lives of everyone who knew her. She...
Bryan Castro
Jul 4, 2026
Bryan Joel Castro, 28, passed away on Saturday, July 4, 2026. Service celebrating Bryan's life will be at 1:30pm, Saturday, August 1, at the Cozine Life Events Center. Bryan is survived by his mother, Alma Bojorquez; father, Ernesto Castro; children, Jakob Castro, Kaleb Lopez, Andrew Lopez, Alizay Lopez, and Leilanie Lopez; siblings, Angel Castro, Jesus Castro, Yisel Castro, Diego Castro,...
Betty Sue Stewart
Jul 4, 2026
Betty Sue Stewart, 72, was born on March 25, 1954, in Ponca City, OK, to Johnnie Hezekiah Bussey and Fleta Lou (Veach) Bussey, and passed away on Saturday, July 4, 2026 in Wichita, KS. A Celebration of Life Service has been planned for 1:30 pm, Saturday, July 25th, at the Cozine Life Events Center, 11500 E. 21st St. N.
Betty graduated...
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