Obituaries
Local Obituaries for Wichita, Kansas
Sheryl A. Ludlow
Mar 15, 2026
Sheryl Ann Ludlow died Sunday, March 15, 2026 at age 76. She was born on July 20, 1949 in Salina, Kansas to Mildred and Harold Ford; she was the youngest of 5 children. She is preceded in death by her parents; her four siblings, Richard Ford, Kay (Mike) Cotton, Gary (Gayle) Ford, Charlie Ford, and her husband, Michael Ludlow. She...
Mercedes Ornelas Hernandez
Mar 15, 2026
Mercedes Ornelas Hernandez, 65, passed away Sunday, March 15, 2026. Mercedes was a hard worker who put her family before everything. Being a wife, mother, and grandmother meant everything to her.
Services celebrating Mercedes' life will be on Friday, March 20. Services will begin with viewing from 11am-2pm at the Cozine Life Events Center. Funeral service will follow the viewing and begin at...
Roger Graham
Mar 14, 2026
Roger Mack Graham, 87, passed away Saturday, March 14, 2026. He was born March 21, 1938 to parents, Alford and Winifred Graham. Service celebrating Roger's life will be at 10:30am, Monday, March 23, at Chapel Hill United Methodist Church. Roger is preceded in death by his parents; daughter, Darci Luther; 9 siblings, and grandson, Garrett Flores. He is survived by...
James L. "Jimmy" Simons
Mar 13, 2026
James L. "Jimmy" Simons, 45, US Army Specialist, passe away Friday, March 13, 2026 in Garden City, KS. Jimmy proudly served our country completing three overseas tours. Preceded in death by his grandparents, James and Bessie Simons and his uncle Louis Simons, Jimmy is survived by his mother, Pam Shannon; grandparents, Basil and Sue Shannon; brothers, Brett (Jennifer) Simons, Shane...
Larry Gene Terry
Mar 13, 2026
Larry Gene Terry, 74, passed away Friday, March 13, 2026. He was born September 23, 1951 to parents Harry and Ruby Terry. Larry is a proud veteran of the United States Air Force. He served his country honorably for 23 years. After retiring from the military, Larry worked for American Airlines until his second (and last) retirement. Visitation will be...
Patrick "Pat" A. Alexander
Mar 12, 2026
Patrick "Pat" Alexander was born on June 16, 1979 and passed away on March 12th, 2026.
Pat was preceded in death by his father, Clarence Richard Alexander Jr., his mother Helena M. Williams, step-father, Doug Williams, sister Mary Jo Grant and sister Stephanie Rexing.
He is survived by his wife, Kari Alexander, children, Katie Alexander & Jacob Alexander, brothers Clancy Alexander and...
Donald K. Rice
Mar 10, 2026
January 12, 1950 - March 10, 2026
Don’s life began on January 12, 1950, in Russell, Kansas, born to Edgar S. Rice and Lorene H. (Daniels) Rice, the second of three sons. He passed away at Wesley Medical Center in Wichita, Kansas, on March 10, 2026, after a short illness. Don graduated from El Dorado High School in 1968, earned his...
Kevin Larson
Mar 9, 2026
A memorial service is planned for 1:00 pm on Friday, April 3rd at First Evangelical Free Church, 1825 N. Woodlawn, Wichita, KS 67208.
Please check back for further details.
Donald Lewis Stock
Mar 7, 2026
In Loving Memory of
Donald Lewis Stock
October 14, 1965 - March 7, 2026
Donald "Don" Lewis Stock was born on October 14, 1965, in California, to Carolyn and Darrel Stock. As the son of a Marine, he grew up across the United States, moving wherever his father's service called the family. That upbringing shaped him to be adaptable, resilient, and unafraid of...
Daniel Beck
Mar 7, 2026
Daniel James Beck, 39, passed away Saturday, March 7, 2026. Daniel was born on July 17, 1986 to parents, Jim and Carol Beck. After graduating from Kansas State University, Daniel spent his professional career as a software developer. Service celebrating Daniel's life will be at 2:00pm, Sunday, March 15, at Calvary United Methodist Church. Daniel is preceded in death by...
Edward Jaso
Mar 5, 2026
Edward "Eddie" Adrian Jaso was born in Wichita Kansas on December 29th 1951. A skilled carpenter and M2 composite mechanic for Spirit Aero Systems. Eddie is survived by wife Billie of 35 yrs; daughter Erin Jaso(Michael Robinson); son Erik Jaso; granddaughters Christina Jaso (Stephanie), Makayla Jaso, Arianna Jaso; great grandson Royce Jaso-Perry; mother Emma Jaso; sisters Gina Jaso and Susan...
Cheryl A. Warne
Mar 4, 2026
Cheryl A. Warne was born on November 14, 1954, in Wichita, Kansas to Larry and Emma Lou Combs. She passed away peacefully surrounded by family on March 4th, 2026, at the age of 71. She will be forever in our hearts.
She began her career of service at the Judge Riddel Boys Ranch (Lake Afton Boys Ranch). Followed by 38 years...
Tammey M. Nelson
Mar 4, 2026
Tammey Maria Nelson was born in Swindon, England on April 4, 1958, from the union of Thomas and Deanna Nelson. She departed this life on March 4, 2026, leaving behind a legacy of compassion, dedication, and love for her family.
Tammey graduated from Wichita East High School in 1976. Shortly after graduation, she pursued her calling in healthcare, receiving her nursing...
Russell William (Russ) Meyer, Jr.
Mar 4, 2026
Russell William (Russ) Meyer, Jr., of Wichita, Kansas, passed away on March 4, 2026, at the age of 93, leaving behind a legacy of remarkable accomplishments, lasting influence, and cherished memories. Born on July 19, 1932, in Davenport, Iowa, Russ dedicated his life to both his family and his profession, embodying a spirit of generosity, leadership, and commitment that touched...
Lee Ray Banks, Jr.
Mar 3, 2026
Lee Ray Banks, Jr, 33 passed away Tuesday, March 3, 2026. Service celebrating his life will be at 11:00am, Thursday, March 19, at First Evangelical Free Church in Wichita. He is preceded in death by his parents, Lee Ray Banks, Sr. and Felicia Ann Davis. He is survived by his daughter, Lariyah Banks; and siblings, Melissa Davis, Chrisiti Banks, Abraham...
Monte D Boring
Mar 1, 2026
Monte's Eulogy Monte was born September 7, 1934 in Blackwell, Oklahoma to Hershel and Dorothy Boring. When he was four, his family moved to McPherson, Kansas, where his dad worked for an oil company. That year, his 7 year old brother, Jerry, was swimming with some boys at the city lake and drowned. Through this tragic event, God gave his...
Ira Franklin McNett
Mar 1, 2026
Ira Franklin McNett, 79, Carpet Layer, passed away Sunday, March 1, 2026 at his home in Rose Hill, KS. Ira was born September 18, 1946 in Wellington, KS to the late Clarence and Doris McNett. Ira was also preceded in death by his son, Lloyd; sister, Marie Kay McNett and brothers, Dean and Terry McNett. Survivors include his son, Ryan,...
Janice E. Murdock
Mar 1, 2026
Janice E. Murdock, 83, was born on April 16, 1942, to Phillip and Mary Wolfe, and passed away peacefully on March 1, 2026. Janice led a dedicated life, serving as a long-time Accounting Clerk with Hyspeco Hydraulic Supply, before choosing to retire to embrace a cherished role as a grandmother.
Her commitment to her career reflected her strong work ethic and...
George Scott Herman
Feb 27, 2026
George Scott Herman, a respected leader in home-based healthcare and a beloved family man, passed away on February 27, 2026, in McKinney, Texas, after a courageous battle with cancer. Born on January 15, 1965, in Wichita, Kansas, Scott's life was marked by his unwavering dedication to both his profession and his family.
Scott devoted more than three decades to advancing the...
Ronald D. "Ron" Ryan
Feb 27, 2026
A Life Lived at Full Throttle, With Faith at the Center
Ronald D. “Ron” Ryan, a man whose life spanned more adventure, risk, faith, and gratitude than most could imagine, passed away peacefully at the age of 87. He leaves behind a legacy that stretches from the banks of the Mississippi River to the skies above six continents, from humble beginnings...
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