Obituaries

Nov 16, 2025

Gayle E. Schultz, 76, of Arlington, died November 16, 2025, at her home. She was born July 3, 1949, in Wichita, to Herbert and Virginia (Baird) Jones. Gayle passionately worked in the medical field as a respiratory therapist for over 46 years. She was enthusiastic about her work and mentored many people throughout her career. Gayle had a big...

Nov 15, 2025

Micaela Garcia, 93, died November 15, 2025, at Hospice House, Hutchinson.  She was born September 6, 1932, in Hutchinson, to Manuel G. and Catherine "Katie" (Lopez) Curiel, Sr.

Micaela was a simple woman, with her faith and family paramount in her life.  She was a beautiful seamstress, gifted listener, and accepting.  Micaela served as a prayer warrior,...

Nov 15, 2025

Guadalupe "Lupe" Lara Padilla, 83, passed away November 15, 2025, at Hutchinson Regional Medical Center. She was born December 9, 1941, in Torreon, Coahuila, Mexico, to Antonio Murillo and Patrocinio Lara (Alba) Palacio.

Lupe graduated from Hutchinson High School, and attended Hutchinson Community College. Throughout her life, she held positions at several business, including St. Elizabeth Hospital,...

Nov 14, 2025

Jo Kathleen "Kathy" Mayfield, 72, loving wife of the late Rick Mayfield, passed away on November 14, 2025, at Hospice House in Olathe. She was born August 29, 1953, in Ulysses, to the late Don Wiese and his wife, Marion.

Kathy graduated from Satanta High School in 1971 and from Emporia State University in 1975.  She taught...

Nov 13, 2025

Jim Eugene Hutchison, 68, went home to be with the Lord on November 13, 2025. He was born February 5, 1957, in Dodge City, to Robert and Patsy (Wasson) Hutchison.

Jim graduated from Gateway High School, Aurora, CO, in 1975. In his younger years he worked on a farm in Montezuma and retired as a mechanical assembler...

Nov 13, 2025

Gary O. McCue, 73, died November 13, 2025, in Hutchinson. He was born on September 15, 1952, in Hutchinson, to Robert Owen and Charlotte Rose (Riggs) McCue.

Gary graduated from Hutchinson High School in 1970. He was a lifelong carpenter, retiring from Wiens Construction in 2016. As a child, Gary was a faithful altar boy for many...

Nov 13, 2025

Todd J. Fredrickson, 61, of Hutchinson, died November 13, 2025, surrounded by his family at Hospice House. He was born February 7, 1964, in Concordia, to Jan R. and Maxine J. (Russell) Fredrickson.

Todd graduated from Quinter High School in 1982, McPherson College in 1986, and Fort Hays State University in 1999. He was the principal at...

Nov 13, 2025

Dorothea Louise Warner, 67, passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family.

Louise was born on August 23, 1958, in Hutchinson, Kansas, to George "Dick" and Dorothy (Nevius) Gum. She grew up fishing with her dad, gardening with her mom, and caring for her four younger siblings: Pat Furrow (Doug) of Orange Beach, AL, Barbara Cardiasmenos (Cris)...

Nov 13, 2025

Michael Lynn "Mike" Almstrom, beloved husband, dad, and Poppy, 71, went to be with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on November 13, 2025. He was born April 21, 1954, in McPherson, KS to Gordon and Betty (Colwell) Almstrom.

Mike himself reflected in his own testimony, "I was fortunate to be raised in a Christian home where...

Nov 12, 2025

Sharon Ruth Likins, 76, of Hutchinson, died November 12, 2025, at Good Samaritan Society, Hutchinson. She was born July 5, 1949, in Lamar, Colorado, to Marlin and Ella (Needham) McQueen.

Sharon spent her life taking care of those around her. She was a life-long homemaker who loved the Lord and stayed faithful until the end. Sharon was...

Nov 11, 2025

Sharon K. Adams, 78, formerly of Nickerson, died November 11, 2025, surrounded by her family at Mennonite Friendship Communities. She was born September 24, 1947, to Verle and Katherine (Dirkson) Bishop.

Sharon worked as the bookkeeper and co-owner of Wes Adams Construction. She was a member of the Red Hat Ladies and enjoyed playing card games with...

Nov 11, 2025

Dale R. Wohlford, 92, passed away peacefully on November 11, 2025 at Larksfield Place Health Care Center, Wichita.  Dale was born on the family farm east of Sawyer, Kansas (Pratt county) on January 18, 1933 to Ansel and Vonnie (Blackwell) Wohlford.  In 1940 the family moved to Kingman county and were dairy farmers.

At a young age,...

Nov 10, 2025

Armando Jaques, 64, passed away peacefully on November 10, 2025, surrounded by family at his sister's home in Hutchinson. He was born August 27, 1961, in Mexico City, Mexico, to Jose Jaques and Juanita Dorantes.

Armando spent much of his life working in construction, where his strong work ethic and creative spirit shone through. Outside of work,...

Nov 10, 2025

Vicki Lynn Cox, 72, died November 10, 2025, at Hutchinson Regional Medical Center. She was born on October 11, 1953, in Peoria, IL, to Alan P. and Dolores "Dee" (Christofferson) Cothrell.

Vicki graduated from Bettendorf High School, Bettendorf, IA, in 1971. She loved animals and always showed empathy towards them. Vicki enjoyed plants and flowers, as well...

Nov 9, 2025

Norman Lee Morelan, 72, of Plevna, died November 9, 2025, at Hutchinson Regional Medical Center.  He was born February 12, 1953, in St. John, to Arvy and Ruth (Schmidt) Morelan.

Norman was affectionately recognized as "Stormin' Norman" and was known as a Jack of all trades. Immediately after high school, he moved to Des Moines, Iowa to...

Nov 9, 2025

Kirk Alan Zongker, 64, of Buhler, died November 9, 2025, at Sunshine Meadows Retirement Community. He was born January 21, 1961, in Ulysses, to Elven K. and Dororthy M. (Kelley) Zongker.

Kirk graduated from Coldwater High School in 1979 and from Seward County Community College in 1981. He was an agent with Kansas Life Insurance for 17...

Nov 8, 2025

Keith Edward Thompson, 84, passed from this life surrounded by loved ones at Ascension Via Christi St. Francis in Wichita. He was born in Hutchinson, Kansas, on June 18, 1941, to Elma (Ketchum) and George Thompson.

Keith graduated from St. Teresa's Catholic School in 1959 and joined the United States Army in January 1960. He served for...

Nov 6, 2025

Ralph Eugene Shepherd, 81, died November 6, 2025, at Hutchinson Regional Medical Center. He was born October 5, 1944, at his grandmother's house in Attica, KS, the firstborn child of Ralph B. and Dorothy (Martin) Shepherd.

Ralph's mother moved her family to Hutchinson when he was four years old, along with his sister.  He attended Lincoln Elementary...

Nov 5, 2025

Ronald D. Henke, 80, of Hutchinson, Kansas, passed away peacefully on November 5, 2025, at the Hospice House. Born on June 1, 1945, in Wichita, Kansas, Ron was the only son of Albert and Ruth Henke.

He proudly served his country in the U.S. Navy, contributing to operations during the Vietnam era. Faith was an important part...

Nov 5, 2025

Janice Kay "Jan" Piatt, 86, formerly of Nickerson, died November 5, 2025, at Sparkling Fountain Homes in Overland Park. She was born September 30, 1939, in Pratt, to Verne M. and Juanita M. (Willis) Ayers.

Jan graduated from Hutchinson High School in 1958. She was a devoted farmer's wife, loving caregiver, and worked as a custodian at...