Obituaries

Jan 16, 2021

LaRue Nuest is survived by her four children, David (Mary) Webb, Daryl (Rae Lynn) Webb, Diana Webb, and Dixie (John Scaife) Webb; grandchildren, Josh, Bryan, and Megan Webb, Matthew and Scott Anderson, and Thomas and Liam Scaife; seven great-grandchildren; and one great-great-grandson.

She was born LaRue Edna McAllaster, in Little River, KS, on October 20, 1932.  LaRue...

Jan 15, 2021

Jann Robinson Komarnitzky, 82, passed away January 15, 2021, at Thorne Care Center, Hutchinson.  She was born August 19, 1938, in Bessemer, MI, to Clifford A. and Grace L. (Robinson) Trethewey.

Jann graduated from Ironwood High School, Ironwood, MI, and earned a Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing.  She worked as a registered nurse and hospice care...

Jan 14, 2021

Judy Lozoya, 63, died unexpectedly January 14, 2021, at Hutchinson Regional Medical Center.  She was born February 6, 1957, in Hutchinson, to Placido Louis and Lucille (Mendoza) Delgado.

Judy worked in long-term care her entire life, starting out as a Certified Nursing Assistant before becoming a Licensed Practical Nurse.  For over 30 years, she cared for residents...

Jan 13, 2021

Patricia Ann 'Patty' Davis, 83, died January 13, 2021, at her home. She was born August 24, 1937, in Lenora, to Hilton and Edith (Arnold) Gordon.

Patty graduated from Larned High School and attended Fort Hays State University. She worked as an accounting clerk at Superior Boiler for 29 years and at Commerce Gardens Inc. for 6...

Jan 12, 2021

Darren Robert Hodgson, 61, died Tuesday, January 12, 2021.  He was November 6, 1959, in Hutchinson, to Robert and Marilyn (Wright) Hodgson.

Darren attended North Reno Grade School, Hutchinson, and graduated from Nickerson High School, in 1978.  His high school football jersey (Number 51) was retired in 1978.  Darren won gold and bronze medals in tennis at...

Jan 12, 2021

Gene Allen Schrock, 82, died January 12, 2021, at Ascension Via Christi St. Teresa, Wichita.  He was born May 9, 1938, in Plevna, to William E. and Bertha (Stuckey) Schrock.

Gene graduated from Plevna High School and worked in the Dillons Warehouse for over 42 years.  He enjoyed woodworking, was a lifetime member of Church of the...

Jan 12, 2021

Georgeanna Dott Chaffin Keesling, 77, of Hutchinson, passed away January 12, 2021. She was born December 6, 1943, in Liberal, to Paul and Zoeme (Morrell) Chaffin, of Moscow. She grew up on the farm south of Moscow.

Georgeanna attended Moscow Grade School, Hugoton Grade School, and Hugoton High School, graduating in 1961. She attended Lindenwood College for...

Jan 11, 2021

Judith 'Judy' Ann Smith, 77, passed away January 11, 2021, at Hospice House, Hutchinson.  She was born November 9, 1943, in Hutchinson, to Leonard and Vina B. (Coon) McElyea.

Judy was a 1961 graduate of Hutchinson High School.  Prior to being married, she lived in Kansas City, MO, and worked as the 'elevator girl' at the Muehlbach...

Jan 11, 2021

Darlene L. Richardson, 79, of Hutchinson, died January 11, 2021, at Hutchinson Regional Medical Center. She was born June 21, 1941, in San Diego, California, to Manuel and Louise (Azevedo) Vierra.

Darlene was a graduate of Chula Vista High School and James Hall College of Beauty, San Diego. She moved to the Midwest in 1962, and has...

Jan 10, 2021

Leroy Clyde Goble, 58, of South Hutchinson, died January 10, 2021, at his home. He was born December 3, 1962, in Hutchinson, to William and Santos (Rodriguez) Goble.

Leroy graduated from Nickerson High School in 1981. He owned and operated Goble Carpet Cleaning for nearly 20 years. Leroy loved coaching his children's youth sports while they were...

Jan 10, 2021

Norman R. Crotts, 72, of Inman, passed away January 10, 2021, at his home.  He was born January 17, 1948, in Syracuse, to Herbert and Neva Crotts.

After serving four years in the Navy, Norman worked at Swedes Cycle Shop in South Hutchinson.  He then retired from Engquist Tractor Service, in McPherson, after 25 years.

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Jan 10, 2021

Harold 'Dean'Rasor, 83, of Hutchinson, died January 10, 2021. He was born April 1, 1937, in Mountain Home, Arkansas, to Otto and May (Casteel) Rasor.

Dean worked as a truck driver, working the last 24 years for Dillons, before retirement. He enjoyed the outdoors, watching the deer and birds, as well as hunting. Dean loved to tease...

Jan 10, 2021

Billy Lee Spaniol, 91, passed away January 10, 2021, at his daughter's home.  He was born May 30, 1929, in Plevna, to William L. and Matilda (Rapp) Spaniol.

Billy was a 1948 graduate of Plevna High School.  He served in the United States Army from 1953 to 1955.  Billy was a farmer, and worked at Consolidated Manufacturing...

Jan 9, 2021

Winifred Jean Nienke, 88, of Inman, died January 9, 2021, at her home. She was born September 12, 1932, in Ellsworth, to Roy W. and Jane G. (Cowie) Kelley.

In addition to being a homemaker, Jean worked many jobs over the years, retiring as cook at Pleasant View Home, Inman. She was known for her wit and...

Jan 9, 2021

Shirley Ione Hurst, 86, died January 9, 2021, at Diversicare, Hutchinson.  She was born January 15, 1934, in rural Plevna, to Scott Newton and Asta Pearl (Havercroft) Davidson.

Shirley graduated from Plevna High School in 1952. She worked as a secretary for Boeing and the...

Jan 9, 2021

Ruth Marie Schrag, 83, passed away January 9, 2021, at Wesley Medical Center, Wichita.  She was born December 15, 1937, in Castleton, to Daniel B. and Esther Edith (Stucky) Schrag.

Ruth graduated from Adela Hale Business College, Hutchinson, and received a Bachelor of Arts Degree from Grace University, Omaha, NE.  Prior to her retirement, Ruth was the...

Jan 8, 2021

Duane A. Denton, 72, of Haven, died January 8, 2021, at Hutchinson Regional Medical Center. He was born July 11, 1948, in Joplin, Missouri, to Jesse and Thelma (Darnell) Denton.

Duane graduated from Circle High School, followed by a nursing degree from the  St. Francis School of Nursing, a master's degree in music from Friends University, and...

Jan 7, 2021

Philip Dean 'Phil' Domingo, 59, passed away at home, with his wife by his side, Thursday, January 7, 2021. He was born December 29, 1961, in Hutchinson, to Melvin Earl and Linda Mae (Androes) Domingo.

He was a 1980 graduate of Buhler High School and 1982 from Salina Vo-Tech as a certified diesel mechanic. Phil and Stephanie...

Jan 7, 2021

Alan Dodge, 69, passed away January 7, 2021, at Hutchinson Regional Medical Center.  He was born August 30, 1951, in Hutchinson, to Robert and Emma (Thorington) Dodge.

Alan was a proud Vietnam veteran that served in the United States Army from 1970-1973.  He enjoyed outdoor activities and loved spending time at the lake with family and friends...

Jan 6, 2021

Donald Joe Brosius Sr., 82, of Hutchinson, died January 6, 2021, at Hutchinson Regional Medical Center. He was born August 20, 1938, in Dodge City, to George and Laura (Lenz) Brosius.

Don attended Langdon High School. He worked in construction and remodeling. Don enjoyed being outdoors, including yard work and gardening. More than anything, he loved spending...