Obituaries

Sep 8, 2021

Mark Leslie Kottwitz, 42, of Hutchinson, died September 8, 2021, at his home. He was born July 30, 1979, in San Jose, California, to Max and Barbara (Bellinghausen) Kottwitz.

Mark graduated from Hutchinson High School in 1997. He enjoyed anime' and playing video games, an interest he passed on to his daughter. More than anything, Mark loved...

Sep 5, 2021

Phillip Harrison Pitzer was born May 25, 1937, and went to be with his Lord and Savior on September 5, 2021.  He was born in Bartlesville, OK.  Phil was proceeded in death by: four brothers; four sisters; mother, Bessie (Hill) Pitzer-King; father, James Paul Pitzer; one granddaughter, Heather Boutwell-Viau.  He is survived by: his angel-wife, Carol Ann (O'Hara) Pitzer,...

Sep 5, 2021

Marciana (Quintero) Alvizo, 73, of Hutchinson, died September 5, 2021, at her home. She was born November 2, 1947, in Quebrada Onda, Durango, Mexico, to Jose and Hermelinda (Ruacho) Quintero.

Marciana was a property manager for rental homes in Hutchinson. She enjoyed cooking, crocheting, and especially, gardening. Marciana and her husband spent a lot of time in...

Sep 5, 2021

Ronald (Ron) A. Adelhardt, 87, of Partridge, died September 5, 2021, in Quinter. He was born March 15, 1934, in rural Cunningham to John and Emma (Simon) Adelhardt.

Ron married Patricia R. Landwehr on Aug. 20, 1960, at St. Boniface Catholic Church in Sharon, commencing nearly 57 more trips around the sun with her.

He...

Sep 4, 2021

Gary D. Schriner, 80, of Hutchinson, died September 4, 2021, at Pleasant Hills. He was born March 5, 1941, to Virgil and Edith (Walker) Schriner.

Gary worked for Cessna – Eaton for 45 years, mostly as the plant chairman. He was active in Boy Scouts and was a Big Brother for Big Brothers Big Sisters of Reno...

Sep 2, 2021

Larry Oliver McCowan, 84, passed away September 2, 2021, at Hospice House, Hutchinson.  He was born August 26, 1937, in Cassville, MO, son of Oliver William and Alta Mae (Ziebell) McCowan.

Larry graduated from Wichita West High School in 1955.  He then entered the Navy as an airplane mechanic, until his honorable discharge in 1958. Larry was...

Sep 2, 2021

Lucille Gladine Knox, 88, died September 2, 2021, at Sandstone Heights. She was born February 10, 1933, in Hiattville, to Nathan and Dorothy (Kalm) Crays.

Affectionately known as Lu, Mom, Grandma, Grandma-Great, Great-Great Grandma, and Aunt Lu, Lucille graduated from Fort Scott High School in 1950. There, she met her lifetime sweetheart, Gene Knox. They married quickly...

Sep 2, 2021

Peggy (Day) Wiard left her earthly home for her forever home on September 2, 2021, at Hutchinson Health and Rehab. She was born September 22, 1948, to Gene and Edith (Mitchell) Day, in Hutchinson.

Peggy grew up in Reno County, attending Langdon and Fairfield schools. She enjoyed life on the farm and helping with the farm animals:...

Sep 1, 2021

Elva Louise Dodds, 59, died September 1, 2021, at her home. She was born May 6, 1962, in Hutchinson, to Frances (Badders) Evans and Edward Boyer.

Elva worked in food service at Hutchinson Regional Medical Center. She was a Mickey Mouse fanatic who also enjoyed playing the lottery and watching old sitcoms. But above all, Elva loved...

Sep 1, 2021

Michael Patrick "Mike" Kinney 53, died unexpectedly, Wednesday, September 1, 2021, surrounded by his wife and their two daughters, at Ascension Via Christi St. Francis, Wichita.   He was born May 24, 1968, in Hutchinson, to George E. and Janice Kay (Corson) Kinney.

Mike graduated from Hutchinson High School in 1986 and The University of Kansas in 1990,...

Aug 30, 2021

William Lee Wulfemeyer, 78, passed away August 30, 2021, at the Pleasant Hills Assisted Living Facility.  He was a resident of Abbyville, Kansas.  Lee was born November 9, 1942, in Hutchinson, to Ray and Ernestine Wulfemeyer.

He was a graduate of Fairfield North High School, prior to district consolidation.  Lee graduated from the University of Kansas with...

Aug 29, 2021

Michael Wayne Schoenhoff, Sr., 65, died August 29, 2021, at his home.  He was born July 18, 1956, in Hutchinson, to John and Barbara Jeannine (Diggs) Schoenhoff.

Michael enjoyed hunting, fishing, and watching NASCAR.

Michael is survived by:  children, Michael Schoenhoff, Jr. (Karen) of Sylvia, Mason Schoenhoff (Katie) of Halstead, and Erica Scheuler (Matt) of...

Aug 28, 2021

Judith 'Judy' Kay Kurz, 78, formerly of Hutchinson, passed away August 28, 2021, at Ascension Via Christi Hospital St. Francis, Wichita.  She was born August 31, 1942, in Hutchinson, to Robert Dever and Billie (Calvin) Elser.

Judy was a 1960 graduate of Hutchinson High School.  In subsequent years, she served in various leadership positions within the Order...

Aug 27, 2021

Peggy Henson, 68, of Hutchinson, died August 27, 2021, at her home. She was born August 21, 1953, in Hutchinson, to Elmer and Ella (Jenkins) Barkman.

Peggy graduated from Buhler High School in 1971. She worked as an operations manager at NCO, a collections agent for Carr Law Firm in Wichita, and retired as a para for...

Aug 27, 2021

Sally Elvira Bond, 75, died August 27, 2021, at Hospice House, Hutchinson. She was born August 21, 1946, to Orval Harry and Elvira Elda (King) Andereck.

Sally graduated from Hutchinson High School in 1964, Hutchinson Community College in 1966, and Emporia State University in 1968.  She retired after 34 years of service as a machinist at Cessna/Eaton. ...

Aug 27, 2021

Marion Edward 'Ed' Bates, 56, was taken from us August 27, 2021. He was born August 5, 1965, in Fort Jackson, SC, to Emmett L. and Betty L. (Wilson) Bates.

Ed graduated from Hutchinson High School and spent two years studying photography and drama at Hutchinson Community College. He worked as a collections agent for NCA for...

Aug 26, 2021

Jason Dean Titus, 44, died August 26, 2021, at Ascension Via Christi St. Francis, Wichita. He was born August 14, 1977, in Wichita, to Keith and Debbie (Stafford) Titus.

Jason graduated from Sedgwick High School.  He started working at the Dillons Warehouse in 2000, and continued working there until his health began to decline.  Jason loved fishing,...

Aug 26, 2021

Carson Lee Peck, 73, passed away August 26, 2021, at Hutchinson Regional Medical Center, Hutchinson, KS.  He was born October 12, 1947, in Hays, KS, to Lee and Annabelle Marie (Tate) Peck.

Carson was a 1965 graduate of Oakley High School, Oakley, KS, and 1988 graduate of Marymount College, Salina, KS.  He also was a 2002 graduate...

Aug 25, 2021

The following was written by Phil, and shared at his graveside service.  The family has given permission to share it below.

" Be Not Afraid"

An essay on faith by Phillip Anstine (1962-2021) which was found in his Bible after his death.

Dealing with fear is one of the...

Aug 24, 2021

Ronald 'Ron' Eugene Miller, 58, passed away August 24, 2021, at his brother's residence in Hutchinson.  He was born October 11, 1962, in Hutchinson, to Harold and Florence A. (Hamby) Miller.

Ron served in the United States Army and the Kansas National Guard.  He enjoyed fishing, drawing, art, cars, and collecting anything and everything.  Ron was an...