Obituaries

Dec 13, 2025

James "Jim" R. Rome, 83, of Hutchinson, died December 13, 2025, at Hutchinson Regional Medical Center. He was born January 10, 1942, in Victoria, Kansas, to Richard and Laurinda (Staab) Rome.

Jim worked as a mechanic his whole life. He worked at Belco, Ultra Van, and Collins Industries before becoming a self-employed mechanic. Jim's love of cars...

Dec 12, 2025

Howard Dale Smith, 71, of Hutchinson, died December 12, 2025, at his home. He was born September 27, 1954, in Hutchinson, to Paul E. and Verna M. (Loftis) Smith.

Howard graduated from Hutchinson Community College with a degree as a computer support specialist in networking, of which he as very proud. His career was well-rounded, including Mama's...

Dec 10, 2025

Phyllis May Barton Sheahan, 90, of Hutchinson, Kansas, passed away peacefully on December 10, 2025, at Hospice House of Reno County.

She was born October 13, 1935, in Pretty Prairie, Kansas, the daughter of Bonnie May (Ferguson) Barton and John Allen "Pat" Barton. Phyllis grew up in Pretty Prairie and graduated from Pretty Prairie High School.

Dec 10, 2025

Kathy Damme, 74, passed away at her home December 10, 2025, surrounded by her loved ones.  She was born to Ralph and Frieda Curley Holaday on August 8, 1951, in St. Joseph, MO.

Kathy attended school in St. Joseph, MO.  On September 6, 1988, she married Howard Damme.  They celebrated 37 years of marriage.

Kathy...

Dec 10, 2025

Regis Yager Jr., 76, of Nickerson, KS, died December 10, 2025, at Hospice House in Hutchinson, KS. He was born March 8, 1949, in Hutchinson, KS, to Regis and Mary Joan (Collins) Yager Sr.

Regis was a 1967 Nickerson High School graduate and shortly after graduating, he joined the United States Army, and proudly served as a...

Dec 10, 2025

Elizabeth Louise Gordon, 79, died December 10, 2025, at Mennonite Friendship Communities, South Hutchinson. She was born May 2, 1946, in Hutchinson, KS, to Ray Eugene and Emla Louise (Parker) Swank.

Elizabeth dedicated herself fully to her family and her unwavering faith. Her family was her pride and joy and she cherished every moment spent with them,...

Dec 10, 2025

Tod Vernon Page, 62, died December 10, 2025, in Protection, KS. He was born May 20, 1963, in Dodge City, to Vernon Wayne and Annabelle Jean (Jarvis) Page.

Tod attended Nickerson High School. He worked in construction for many years, most recently for MBC Construction. Tod was an avid fan of music. He enjoyed listening to music,...

Dec 9, 2025

Ralph Eugene "Gene" Lentz, 98, died December 9, 2025, at Legend of Hutchinson. He was born July 7, 1927, at Grace Hospital, Hutchinson, to Ralph and Hazel E. (Royce) Lentz.

Gene graduated from Buhler High School in 1945. He attended Oklahoma Baptist University, graduating in 1951, and Wichita State University in 1957. He served in the United...

Dec 8, 2025

Michael Allan DiNitto, 64, cherished son, brother, uncle and friend passed away on December 8, 2025 at his home in Overland Park, Kansas after a sudden illness. Mike was born to Joseph and Joan (Halfmann) DiNitto on July 21, 1961 in Hutchinson, KS. Mike attended Haven public schools, Hutchinson Community College and the University of Kansas, where he earned...

Dec 8, 2025

Willard "Buddy" Ray, Jr., 75, died December 8, 2025, at Hospice House, Hutchinson.  He was born January 18, 1950, in Manila, AR, to Willard D. and Virginia "Jenny" (Lilly) Ray.

On June 17, 1978, Buddy married the love of his life Brenda K. Zahn, in Hutchinson. They had three amazing children: Brandi Mechelle, Heather Marie and Justin...

Dec 7, 2025

Gerald George Polreis, 65, of Nickerson, died December 7, 2025, at Wesley Medical Center, Wichita. He was born October 7, 1960, in Parkston, SD, to Joseph W. and Hildegard C. (Smith) Polreis.

Gerald was raised on a dairy farm with his eleven siblings. He was a Journeyman Tuck Pointer for over 42 years at Mid-Continental Restoration. Gerald...

Dec 6, 2025

Marsha Elaine Thompson, 77, of Hutchinson, passed away Saturday, December 6, 2025, at her home surrounded by family. She was born April 3, 1948, in Hutchinson, the daughter of Abraham Navarro and Eleanor Martinez Navarro.

Marsha attended school in Hutchinson and graduated from Trinity Catholic High School in 1966. She also attended Hutchinson Community College. Marsha was...

Dec 3, 2025

Roberta M. Avery, 87, of Hutchinson, died December 3, 2025, at Hospice House in Hutchinson. She was born January 22, 1938, in Hutchinson, to Lee and Esther (Goff) Totten.

On November 6, 1951, Roberta married Robert Avery in Hutchinson. They shared 60 wonderful years of marriage before his death on January 28, 2012.

Roberta was...

Dec 1, 2025

Kathrine "Kathy" Moll died on December 1, 2025, in Hutchinson, Kansas.  She was born November 30, 1946, in Yakima, Washington, the oldest child of Robert D. and Yvonne B. Krehbiel.

She is survived by her: husband, Charles K. Moll, Hutchinson, Kansas; son, W. Robert Lyman, Chicago, Illinois; siblings, Thomas J. (Diane) Krehbiel, Tempe, Arizona; Susan K. (Larry)...

Dec 1, 2025

Caleb Jeffrey Ropp, 7, surrounded by his loving family, entered into heaven's gates on December 1, 2025.  He was born December 23, 2017, in Hutchinson, to Jeffrey and Erica (Smith) Ropp.

Caleb was a second grader at Central Christian School.  He was "all boy" and constantly on the go from climbing trees and playing outside with his...

Dec 1, 2025

Richard "Dick" Dean Dauber's loving spirit departed his earthly body to be reunited with his heavenly family on Monday, December 1, 2025, at Mennonite Friendship Communities in South Hutchinson, after a long battle with cancer.

Dick was born on January 19, 1935, in Hutchinson, Kansas, to Carl Emmit Dauber and Marie Anna (Wyler) Dauber Chase. Dick was...

Nov 29, 2025

Samuel Wilson "Sam" Hederstedt, 48, died November 29, 2025, at Hospice House, Hutchinson. He was born August 5, 1977, in Hutchinson, to David Ross Hederstedt and Rae Patricia (Heath) Hederstedt.

Sam attended the Early Education Center, Faris Elementary School, and graduated from Hutchinson High School in 1999. He was a TECH consumer and enjoyed being around his...

Nov 26, 2025

Martha Lee Holmes, 70, of Haven, died November 26, 2025, at Hospice House in Hutchinson. She was born August 3, 1955, in Kansas City, MO, to Norman L. and Norma L. (Goddard) Voigts.

Martha grew up in Lenexa, where she graduated from Shawnee Mission Northwest high school in 1973. After graduation, she went to Kansas State University,...

Nov 25, 2025

Armando Diaz Viveros, 58, died unexpectedly November 25, 2025, at Ascension Via Christi St. Francis, Wichita.  He was born October 14, 1967, in Cuernavaca, Mexico, to Fidencio Diaz Robles and Reynalda Viveros Vences.

Armando, also known by his family and friends as "Superman" or "Fox" graduated from Preparatoria #1 in Cuernavaca.  He immigrated to Hutchinson from Mexico...

Nov 24, 2025

Donna Savage Walters, 95, died November 24, 2025, at Hospice House, Hutchinson.  She was born October 30, 1930, in Wichita, to Herbert Victor and Thelma J. (Blackshere), Savage, Sr.

Donna graduated high school in 1948, and Adela Hale Business School in 1950.  She was a member of Chi Omega and P.E.O. Chapter D.  Donna influenced many young...