Obituaries

Dec 9, 2021

Travis Wayne Thrash, 35, died December 9, 2021, in South Hutchinson.  He was born June 29, 1986, in Hutchinson, to Tracy Wayne and Tanya (Duer) Thrash.

Travis attended Buhler High School, and was a self-employed contractor.  He enjoyed tinkering with his "toys", riding his Harley Davidsons, and anything outdoors, from camping to cooking.  Travis was happiest when...

Dec 8, 2021

Evalyn Maxine Wyatt, 98, passed away December 8, 2021, at Good Samaritan Society-Hutchinson Village.  She was born November 16, 1923, in Attica, KS, to Herman Luther and Rosa Ellen (Stille) Koeppen.

On May 9, 1943, Maxine married Harold Dysart Wyatt, in Bay City, TX.  They shared over 37 years of marriage, prior to his death on November...

Dec 8, 2021

Dee Anne Scrogin, 84, formerly of Hutchinson, died unexpectedly Wednesday, December 8, 2021, at Heritage Pointe, Omaha, NE. She was born July 12, 1937, in Kansas City, KS, to Kermit Inor and Melba (Arnold) Oberg.

Dee graduated from St. John High School in 1955 and Kansas State University in 1959.  She taught middle school and high school...

Dec 8, 2021

Cynthia 'Cindy' Lou Taggart, 67, passed away December 8, 2021, at her home.  She was born June 18, 1954, in Hutchinson, to Charles L. and Jean Ruth (Blecha) Williams.

Cindy was a graduate of Hutchinson High School.  She worked as a Certified Nurses Aide in several nursing homes in the Hutchinson area.

On March 6,...

Dec 8, 2021

Charles Todd Potucek, 62, died December 8, 2021, at his home in Hutchinson, KS.  He was born August 15, 1959, in Dodge City, KS, the son of Charles W. Potucek, Jr. and Patricia Ruth (Pudden) Potucek.

Todd was a 1978 graduate of Hutchinson High School.  Following high school, Todd joined the United States Navy.  He served four...

Dec 7, 2021

Michael 'Mike' Duane Bergen, 70, passed away December 7, 2021, at his home.  He was born August 6, 1951, in Hutchinson, to Lee Elmer and Patricia Louise (Wilson) Bergen.

Mike was a 1969 graduate of Haven High School.  He was employed by the Kansas Department of Transporation as a highway maintenance worker, retiring with over 30 years...

Dec 7, 2021

Jody Ellen Feldhus, 60, of Hutchinson, died December 7, 2021, at Newton Medical Center. She was born September 7, 1961, in Pueblo, CO, to Everett L. and Betty Jean (Phelps) Roller.

Jody graduated from Park Hill Christian Academy in Pueblo and Baptist Bible College in Springfield, MO. She worked as a dental assistant, private school teacher, and...

Dec 6, 2021

Ray Dean Geffert, 68, of Haven, died December 6, 2021, at his home. He was born January 13, 1953, in Haven, to William and Nelda (Bogner) Geffert.

Ray graduated from Haven High School in 1971 and Hutchinson Vocational Technical School in 1972. He was an automotive mechanic for 40 years, working for Finnin-Eck Ford, Finnin Ford, and...

Dec 6, 2021

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of our son and brother, Jeffrey Lorne Glascock, 50, who passed away December 6, 2021, at his home in Wichita. Jeff was born April 29, 1971, in Downey, CA, the son of Hobert and Cathy (Anderson) Glascock.

He grew up in Hutchinson and attended Hutchinson schools. Jeff...

Dec 6, 2021

Patsy Lou Holmes, 85, of Haven, passed away December 6, 2021, at the home of her daughter and son-in-law, Vickie and Brian Lanning. She was born March 21, 1936, in Halstead, to Walter and Geneva (Hicks) Schoonover.

On August 8, 1959, Patsy married Johnny Dean Holmes. They shared 61 years together before he passed on November 18,...

Dec 5, 2021

Kim Wickliffe Voth, 55, formerly of Hutchinson, died December 5, 2021, at Wesley Medical Center, Wichita.  She was born January 12, 1966, in Hutchinson, to Richard Allen and Betty Jean (Hughes) Wickliffe.

Kim graduated from Hutchinson High School in 1984.  Throughout her working career, she enjoyed coordinating the stages for the Kansas State Fair, working at the...

Dec 5, 2021

The family of Kim Wickliffe Voth, formerly of Hutchinson, invites all her family and friends to join them in celebrating her life.  After her valiant fight with cancer, Kim died December 5, 2021.  The celebration of a life well-lived will be from 12:00 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. Saturday, May 21, 2022, at Botanica Gardens- Lotus Hall, 701 Amidon St.,...

Dec 4, 2021

Keith Burgess, 72, passed away December 4, 2021.  He was born August 6, 1949, in Hutchinson, KS, to Hubert and Ruth Burgess.

Keith graduated from Nickerson High School, Providence Hospital Radiologic Technology School, and Columbia College.  He enjoyed showing, as well as breeding, his Ayrshire dairy cattle and passing that love on to his son and grandchildren. ...

Dec 3, 2021

Kathryn Elaine Davenport, 79, of Hutchinson, died December 3, 2021, at Wesley Medical Center, Wichita. She was born February 23, 1942, in Lyons, to Frank B. and Melba L. (Smith) Runyan.

Elaine graduated from Windom High School in 1960 and Hutchinson Community College. She worked in the accounting department of Kwik Shop and also as a Kwik...

Nov 30, 2021

Betty Jean Greever, 81, passed away November 30, 2021, at Hospice House, Hutchinson.  She was born September 1, 1940, in Hutchinson, to Bernard Paul and Arlie Irene (Taylor) Hiebert.

Betty was a 1958 graduate of Nickerson High School, and graduated from Sidney's Hairdressing College, Hutchinson.  Co-owner operator of Graves Builders and designed multiple homes in Hutchinson.

Nov 30, 2021

Issac Anthony Reed, 14, of Hutchinson, died November 30, 2021, at his home. He was born March 15, 2007, in Hutchinson, to Brittanya Jones and Brian Stockemer.

Issac was a freshman at Hutchinson High school. He loved music and dancing and had dreams of becoming a DJ and singer. He played video games and loved to spend...

Nov 29, 2021

Dwight Conrad Jurgens, 75, passed away November 29, 2021.  He was born June 6, 1946, in Colorado Springs, CO.

Dwight was an avid Denver Broncos fan.  He enjoyed his grandkids, writing, and watching every season of the television show, 'Friends', from beginning to the end.

Dwight is survived by:  his children, Eric Lisco of Hutchinson,...

Nov 29, 2021

Sharon Lynn Ledgerwood, 83, died November 29, 2021, at her home.  She was born meJune 26, 1938, in Carthage, MO, to Earl and Twyla (Coats) Powell.

Sharon graduated from Carterville High School, Carterville, MO, and received her Associates Degree in Nursing from Hutchinson Community College.  Her strong-will and sense of humor served her well, working as a...

Nov 28, 2021

Gerald E. "Gerry" Graber, 83, of Hutchinson, died November 28, 2021, at Azria Health Nursing Home, Wichita. He was born September 18, 1938, in Kingman, to Edwin and Edna (Graber) Graber.

Gerry graduated from Pretty Prairie High School, Bethel College, and Emporia State University with a Master's of Education. He taught for many years at Wiley Elementary...

Nov 27, 2021

James Riley "Jim" Southworth, 78, of Hutchinson, died November 27, 2021, at his home. He was born May 13, 1943, in Hutchinson, the son of Earl H. and Eva A. (Phipps) Southworth.

Jim served in the United States Army from 1965-1968 and then spent 20 years in the Kansas Army National Guard. He retired as a bus...