Obituaries

Aug 19, 2021

Michelle Lynn "Shell" Davis, 50, died August 19, 2021, at her home.  She was born December 5, 1970, in Hutchinson, to Charles Albert and Nancy Kay (Simpson) Davis.

Shell enjoyed cooking, playing Bingo, and buying lottery tickets.  She was a caregiver, and enjoyed spending time with her family.

Shell is survived by:  children, Brandy Hartman...

Aug 18, 2021

Larry Nisly, 78, of Hutchinson, died August 18, 2021, at his home. He was born September 27, 1942, in Hutchinson, to Edward D. and Elizabeth (Yoder) Nisly.

Larry was the owner and operator of Midwest Farm and Dairy Supply for 46 years. He was a member of Cedar Crest Amish Mennonite Church, where he served with steady...

Aug 18, 2021

Loretta May Ruth Shultz, 67, passed away August 18, 2021, at Harry Hynes Memorial Hospice-St. Francis, Wichita.  She was born October 2, 1953, in Hutchinson, to Roscoe T. and Charlotte (Hagerman) Shultz.

Loretta was a graduate of Hutchinson High School, Hutchinson Community College, and Wichita State University.  She worked as an occupational therapist, retiring with many years...

Aug 16, 2021

Joan Marvella Black, 86, formerly of Hutchinson, passed away August 16, 2021, at her son's residence in Watauga, TX.  She was born November 27, 1934, in Hutchinson, to John Martin and Hattie Irene (McNett) Starks.

Before moving to Hutchinson, Joan lived in Texas and worked for Sears.  Upon moving to Hutchinson, she transferred to the Hutchinson Sears...

Aug 15, 2021

Alice Cash Mills, 78, of Hutchinson, died August 15, 2021, in Denver, Colorado. She was born April 28, 1943, in Mexico, Missouri, to Juanita (Gribble) and Billy Jim Cash.  Alice graduated from Abilene High School in 1961, and went on to earn a BA in Art Education from the University of Kansas in 1965.

While at KU,...

Aug 14, 2021

Donald Wayne "Don" Cleveland, 89, died August 14, 2021, at Pleasant Hills, Hutchinson.  He was born September 20, 1931, in Larned, to Loman Henry and Dorothy (Buckman) Cleveland.

Don graduated from Larned High School in 1950, and then attended trade school to be a printer.  He began his career as a newspaper printer for Larned's Tiller &...

Aug 12, 2021

James Lee Bogner, 64, of Burrton, died August 12, 2021, at Harry Hynes Hospice, in Wichita. He was born October 3, 1956, in Hutchinson, to Vernon and Donna Block (Bogner).

James graduated from Haven High School in 1974 and went on to attend Hutchinson Community College to study engineering and music. He was a talented trumpet player...

Aug 12, 2021

Doris Gene Heim, 84, of Buhler, died August 12, 2021, at Hospice House. She was born April 24, 1937, in Fairview, Oklahoma, to Newton and Grace (Beck) Dyche.

Doris and her family moved to South Hutchinson when she was young and then eventually to Hutchinson. On November 27, 1953, she married William Walter Heim Jr., in Hutchinson....

Aug 12, 2021

On August 12, 2021, Diana Lynn Krieg received her well-earned, heavenly angel wings, surrounded by multiple loving and adoring family members. She was taken much too soon at the young age of 63 by a disease many know all too well — Dementia and Parkinson's. Diana was undoubtedly greeted with open arms by her parents, Gerald and Laura "Mickey"...

Aug 9, 2021

Anthony C. "Tony" Reed, 83, of Wichita, died August 9, 2021, at Wesley Medical Center, from COVID-19. He was born January 25, 1938, in Hutchinson, to Harry H. and Alberta M. (Brada) Reed.

Tony graduated from Hutchinson High School and the University of Kansas. He worked as a photographer at the Wichita Eagle for 38 years, until...

Aug 9, 2021

Nelda Pearl Petering, 70, passed away August 9, 2021, at Hospice House, Hutchinson.  She was born February 14, 1951, in Hutchinson, to Jesus and Pearl Lenore Cabral.

Nelda was a graduate of Hutchinson High School and Salt City Business College, Hutchinson.  She was employed at Christopher & Banks Clothing Store as the manager for over 20 years. ...

Aug 8, 2021

The family of Barbara and Stephen Rhorer invite their family and friends to a joint Celebration of Life service for both of them at noon on Saturday,  May 7,  2022, at the family home.  Light refreshments will be served.

Barbara Jean Rhorer, 78, died August 8, 2021, at Wesley Medical Center in Wichita, KS. She was born...

Aug 5, 2021

Terry J. Solomon, 81, of Mesquite, Nevada, died August 5, 2021, at Mesa View Regional Hospital.

Graveside service will be 11 a.m. Saturday, October 9, 2021, at Memorial Park Cemetery, with Pastor Matt Stafford officiating.

Arrangements made with Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS 67501.

Aug 5, 2021

Evelyn Maxine Graham, 95, passed away August 5, 2021, at Hospice House, Hutchinson.  She was born September 11, 1925, in Hutchinson, to Claude A. and Nellie B. (Shultz) Perry.

Evelyn was a 1944 graduate of Buhler High School.  She worked in the shipping department as an office clerk at Dillons Stores, retiring with over 22 years of...

Aug 3, 2021

Gertie Yoder, 97, of Hutchinson, died August 3, 2021, at her home. She was born April 13, 1924, in Hutchinson, the daughter of Harmon and Lizzie (Garver) Yoder.

Gertie was a homemaker, farm wife, and enjoyed gardening. She was a member of Plainview Mennonite Church, where she was active in the church sewing circle and enjoyed piecing...

Aug 3, 2021

Sonya Kay Chambers, 79, died August 3, 2021, at The Arbors at Waldron Place, in Hutchinson. She was born September 8, 1941, in Los Angeles, CA, to Hershel and Dorothy (Oeser) Gum.

Sonya graduated from Hutchinson High School in 1961. She worked as a secretary and in sales before joining her sister, Carolyn, in her cleaning business,...

Aug 3, 2021

Harold S. Cheatum, 90, of Hutchinson, died August 3, 2021, at his home. He was born December 16, 1930, in Kingman to William and Ruth (McRae) Cheatum.

Harold graduated from Kingman High School in 1948. He served during the Korean Conflict in the United States Navy from 1951 to 1954. Harold was the manager of Pittsburg Paint...

Aug 2, 2021

Tyrel Lee Colton, 50, passed away August 2, 2021, at his home.  He was born January 29, 1971, in Hutchinson, to Max W. and Alice I. (Harder) Colton.

Tyrel was a 1989 graduate of Pretty Prairie High School.  He was employed by the United States Postal Service for 18 years as a rural route carrier serving the...

Aug 1, 2021

William Ernest "Bill" Wagler, 74, formerly of Hutchinson, died August 1, 2021, after a valiant fight against an extended illness, at the Kansas City Hospice House, Kansas City, MO.  He was born January 31, 1947, in Hutchinson, to Albert "Al" and Bettie Jo (Butler) Wagler.

Bill graduated from Hutchinson High School in 1965, Hutchinson Community College in...

Aug 1, 2021

Jarell Excell Reed, 28, of Wichita, died August 1, 2021, at his home. He was born September 15, 1992, in Hutchinson to Lavette Parker and Lana Reed.

Jarell had many different jobs, but was most proud of his work as a server and even talked about owning his own restaurant someday. While growing up his family attended...