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Samuel William Yancey

Samuel William Yancey

May 21, 2021

Samuel William Yancey, 64, of Anthony, died on May 21, 2021, at Hutchinson Regional Medical Center. He was born on August 29, 1956, in Wakeeney, to Kenneth and Norma (Fabricius) Yancey.

Sam loved his Lord, Jesus. He loved his family, going to church and reading his Bible. Sam also loved music, horses, basketball, old Cadillacs, bank shots...

Martin Killham

Martin Killham

May 19, 2021

Martin James "Marty" Killham Jr., 64, of Hutchinson, died May 19, 2021, at his home in Hutchinson. He was born on February 25, 1957, in Lewistown, Montana to Martin and Shirley (Stephens) Killham.

Marty graduated from Fergus County High School in Lewistown, Montana and attended Montana Technological School of Mining, where he played football and basketball.  He...

Andrew Austin Tolbert

Andrew Austin Tolbert

May 18, 2021

Andrew Austin Tolbert, 27, of Hutchinson, died May 18, 2021. He was born February 28, 1994, in Hutchinson, to Mack Tolbert and Sebrina Dickerson.

Andrew graduated from Hutchinson High School in 2013. He earned several degrees and certifications through Hutchinson Community College, including: coding, computer science, computer technology, IT support, and automation engineering. Andrew was an automation...

Michael A. "Mike" Armour

Michael A. "Mike" Armour

May 17, 2021

Michael Astle "Mike" Armour, 80, died May 17, 2021, at Legend of Hutchinson.  He was born April 29, 1941, in Hutchinson, to Thomas and Dorothy Larue (Astle) Armour.

Mike graduated from Hutchinson High School in 1959, Kansas University in 1964, and Pilot School at Williams Air Force Base, Chandler, AZ, in 1966.

He flew for...

Jimmie Doyle Symonds

Jimmie Doyle Symonds

May 14, 2021

Jimmie Doyle Symonds, 82, of Hutchinson, died May 14, 2021, at Hospice House. He was born March 6, 1939, in Ramona, OK, to Orville K. and Dorothy M. (Davis) Symonds.

Jimmie owned and operated Symonds Painting, in Hutchinson, for over 30 years, before retiring at the age of 72. After retirement, he enjoyed yardwork and spending time...

David Wayne Anno

David Wayne Anno

May 14, 2021

David Wayne Anno, 62, passed away May 14, 2021, at Hutchinson Regional Medical Center, Hutchinson, KS.  He was born February 14, 1959, in Falls City, NE, to Dwaine L. and Juanita (Prater) Anno, Sr.

David graduated from Falls City Sacred Heart High School.  He was a self-employed over-the-road truck driver and enjoyed every moment of being on...

Norma J. (Kittle) Anstine

Norma J. (Kittle) Anstine

May 13, 2021

Norma Jean (Kittle) Anstine, 84, died May 13, 2021, at Hospice House, Hutchinson.  She was born March 10, 1937, in Turon, the third of seven children, born to Stacy and Opal (Fountain) Kittle.

Norma graduated from Turon High School, and moved to Hutchinson in 1955, where she lived the rest of her life.

Norma worked...

Luleta Fay Wills

Luleta Fay Wills

May 8, 2021

Luleta Fay Wills, 90, passed away May 8, 2021, at Thorne Care Center, Hutchinson.  She was born June 9, 1930, in Hutchinson, to Albert M. and Oleta F. (Hamblin) Buck.

On June 9, 1953, Luleta married Wesley Matthew Wills, on the United States Navy Base located near Yoder, KS.  They shared over 32 years of marriage, prior...

Marty Devaul

Marty Devaul

May 8, 2021

Marty Meador Brown-Devaul, 80, of Hutchinson, died May 8, 2021, at her home. She was born March 2, 1941, in Minneapolis, Minnesota, to Elmer and Rosa (Seward) Galliart.

In 1949, Marty's father passed away. She was adopted by her step-father, Vane C. Meador, in 1956. Marty graduated from Hutchinson High School in 1958, Hutchinson Community College in...

Regina Louise Cade

Regina Louise Cade

May 7, 2021

Regina Louise Cade, 64, died Friday, May 7, 2021, at Hutchinson Regional Medical Center. She was born April 12, 1957, in Hutchinson, to George William 'Bill' and Marilyn L. (Catte) Cade, Jr.

She was a graduate of Fairfield High School and Sterling College. Regina taught school at the Hutchinson Correctional Facility and Early Head Start.

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James J. "Jim" Jackson

James J. "Jim" Jackson

May 7, 2021

James J. "Jim" Jackson, 75, died May 7, 2021, at Hutchinson Regional Medical Center.  He was born March 8, 1946, in Hutchinson, to Harrison and Opal (Swepston) Jackson.

Jim graduated from Nickerson High School and retired as a lineman for Westar Energy (now Evergy).  He enjoyed the outdoors; spending time fishing, hunting, camping, and gardening. Jim valued...

Darryl Ammons

Darryl Ammons

May 3, 2021

Darryl Ammons, 81, of Hutchinson, died May 3, 2021, at his home. He was born January 13, 1940, in Pampa, Texas to Carl and Bennie (Oliphant) Ammons.

Darryl graduated from high school in Pampa in 1958, and went on to earn his associate's degree at Decatur Baptist College. He worked in the oil and gas industry as...

Jessica Jo Humphrey

Jessica Jo Humphrey

May 2, 2021

Jessica Jo Humphrey, 35, of Hutchinson, died May 2, 2021, at her home. She was born November 18, 1985, in Liberal, the daughter of Michael A. and Jacqualyn G. (Agan) Humphrey.

Jessica attended Hutchinson schools through the 11 th grade and then was home schooled. She loved animals and caring for pets of all kinds. Jessica had...

Bret Michael Smith

Bret Michael Smith

May 2, 2021

Bret Michael Smith, 35, of Andover, passed away May 2, 2021. He was born November 26, 1985, in Hutchinson, to Lisa J. Wilson.

Bret graduated from Hutchinson High School, Hutchinson Community College, and earned a degree in Criminal Justice from Fort Hays State University in 2010. He began his career with Dillons in 2003 as a Courtesy...

Lavona Ann Craig

Lavona Ann Craig

Apr 30, 2021

Lavona Ann Craig, 70, of Partridge, died April 30, 2021. She was born April 11, 1951, in Sayre, Oklahoma, to Orval and Ruth (Fritz) Patterson.

Lavona was a military wife, which gave her the opportunity to work in many different fields, including: a teacher's aide, school cook, librarian, and nurse. She worked as a nurse for Hutchinson...

Carol Partridge

Carol Partridge

Apr 30, 2021

Carol Jean Andrews Partridge "Dee Dee" passed away April 30, 2021 at Hospice House. She was born October 27, 1942 at Grace Hospital in Hutchinson, KS to Jack H. Andrews and Layna M. (Kelly) Andrews.

Carol graduated from Hutchinson High School in 1960, with the last class from the old high school building. She worked as a...

Jose F. Reyes, Jr.

Jose F. Reyes, Jr.

Apr 28, 2021

Jose Felipe Reyes, Jr., 29, died April 28, 2021, in Hutchinson.  He was born October 29, 1991, in Wichita, to Jose F. Reyes and Denise Rebecca (Sanchez) Serrano.

Jose graduated from Hutchinson High School in 2009, and attended Hutchinson Community College. He loved working in the medical field, with his most recent job as a pharmaceutical supervisor. ...

Retha Fern Martin

Retha Fern Martin

Apr 27, 2021

Retha Fern Martin, 97, formerly of Hutchinson, passed away April 27, 2021, at The Wellington, Fort Worth, TX.  She was born January 26, 1924, in Miller, MO, to Mini Evelyn Ball.

On June 18, 1941, Retha married Robert Earl Martin, in Ozark, MO.  They shared over 53 years of marriage, prior to his death on May 26,...

Wesley Scott Buhrman

Wesley Scott Buhrman

Apr 26, 2021

Wesley Scott Buhrman, 64, of Hutchinson, died April 26, 2021, while in the care of Hospice House. He was born July 24, 1956, in St. John, to Carl and Jean (Kernohan) Buhrman.

Wes graduated from Scott Community High School in 1975 and from Liberal Area Vocational Technical School, with training in mechanics. He followed in his father's...

Jerry F. Carmichael

Jerry F. Carmichael

Apr 26, 2021

Jerry Faye Carmichael, 84, died April 26, 2021, at Diversicare of Hutchinson.  He was born July 10, 1936, in Hutchinson, to Clyde Harold and Mildred Dilcy (Romig) Carmichael.

Jerry graduated from Haven High School, and retired from Dan Dee Air as a welder.   His life revolved around fishing and hunting, and MORE fishing and hunting.  Jerry was...

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