Obituaries

Aug 23, 2021

David Leon Walden, 51, of Hutchinson, died August 23, 2021, at Hutchinson Regional Medical Center. He was born February 12, 1970, in Hutchinson, to Albert and Linda (Harper) Walden.

David attended Hutchinson High School. He worked in hardwood manufacturing, building cabinets. David loved to go fishing.

He is survived by: son, Dylan Walden, Pretty Prairie;...

Aug 21, 2021

Angeline "Kiki" Cappony, 94, of Hutchinson, died August 21, 2021, at Pleasant Hills. She was born November 27, 1926, in Gary, IN, to George and Estelle (Gallanis) Cappony.

Kiki graduated from Benson High School in Gary, IN; received her B.S. from Hanover College, M.S. from the University of Wisconsin; and an Administration Certificate from Fort Hays State...

Aug 21, 2021

Laura "Jean" Jarrett, 70, died August 21, 2021, at Hutchinson Regional Medical Center.  She was born December 18, 1950, in Leaksville, NC, to Leroy and Burniece Frances (Jantzen) Mundy.

Jean worked as an aide, in the physical therapy department, at Hutchinson Regional Medical Center.

On December 19, 1968, she married James Wesley "Jim" Jarrett, in...

Aug 20, 2021

Melvin Nisly, 93, died August 20, 2021, at his home. He was born January 29, 1928, on the family farm, rural Hutchinson, to Samuel A. and Delilah (Beiler) Nisly.

Melvin was a farmer and stockman and worked in the family butcher shop.  He enjoyed fishing, working in the woodshop, and making miniature furniture.  Melvin's greatest enjoyment, though,...

Aug 20, 2021

Leonard Williams, 93, died August 20, 2021, at Hester Care Center, Hutchinson.  He was born October 27, 1927, in Topeka, to Jeff and Viola (Kelly) Williams.

Leonard graduated from Hoyt High School in 1945.  Known as "the insurance man", he retired from Kline Insurance, with over 30 years of service. Leonard was a proud 75-year member of...

Aug 20, 2021

Harold Richard "Bud" Stalcup, 94, of Hutchinson, died August 20, 2021, at Waldron Place. He was born September 11, 1926, in Burrton, to Joseph Harold and Lela (Jones) Stalcup.

Bud attended Burrton High School and graduated from Haven High School in 1944. He served for a year in the United States Army in 1945. Bud was a...

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...