Obituaries

Oct 9, 2025

Joan Evelyn "Joanie" Decker, 92, died October 9, 2025, at The Arbors at Waldron Place, Hutchinson. She was born on February 15, 1933, in Raymond, to Leo John and Leona Marie (Hirsch) Werner.

Joan graduated from Raymond High School in 1950. She worked as a hostess throughout her life at many restaurants in Hutchinson, retiring from Applebee's...

Oct 8, 2025

Nellie May Rinkel, 75, the daughter of George and Velma Hackler, was born on April 20, 1950, in Beaver, Oklahoma.  She passed away peacefully on Wednesday, October 8, 2025.  She graduated from Sylvia High School in 1969. She was a part of Sylvia High School's final graduating class. While in school, she enjoyed playing sports and working on the...

Oct 7, 2025

Rebecca Dee "Becky" Hageman, 73, of Wichita, went to meet her Savior, Jesus Christ, on October 7, 2025, at Harry Hynes Memorial Hospice. She was born January 27, 1952, in Dodge City, to Raymond and Betty (McLaughlin) Walden.

Becky graduated from Hutchinson High School in 1970, Hutchinson Community College, and the University of Kansas. She taught medical...

Oct 6, 2025

Floyd Eugene "Gene" Betterton, 74, passed away October 6, 2025, surrounded by his loved ones.  He was born November 22, 1950, to Howard Wayne and Agnes Lola (Parris) Betterton in Nowata, OK.

Gene was married to Debra Kay Talbot for over 30 years before her passing on July 1, 2020.

Gene was an amazing man-...

Oct 6, 2025

Larry Guy Casey, 79, died October 6, 2025, at his home in Hutchinson. He was born September 3, 1946, in Hutchinson, to Donald Leroy and Georgia Bell (Miller) Casey.

Larry graduated from Hutchinson High School in 1965. Directly following graduation, he enlisted into the United States Marine Corps, serving for three years. Larry worked at Morton Salt...

Oct 5, 2025

Alice Mae Neufeld, 91, died October 5, 2025, at Hospice House, Hutchinson.  She was born November 28, 1933, in rural Sylvia, to William Howard and Ruth May (Jones) Brown.

Alice graduated from Sylvia High School.  She worked for various financial institutions, retiring as head teller from Bank of America, after 23 years of service.  While her children...

Oct 4, 2025

Janice P. Geist, 86 was welcomed into the arms of her Lord and Savior on October 4, 2025 at Wesley Towers. Jan was born September 22, 1939 in Cunningham, Kansas to Vernon and Mary Ratlief. She attended Halstead schools and graduated from Hutchinson High in 1957, and a month later married Stan Gruver. Their marriage produced two children, Don...

Oct 3, 2025

Joel Robert Guffey, 19, passed from this life on October 3, 2025. He was born February 19, 2006, in Hutchinson, to Kevin and Cindy (Roberts) Guffey.

Joel graduated from KALJ Academy in 2024. He worked in the parts department at Agri Center since February, 2025, having previously worked at Chick-fil-A for 5 years. Joel loved Jesus, family,...

Oct 1, 2025

Carol L. Anderson, 76, died peacefully on October 1, 2025, with her loving husband holding her hand, at Sunshine Meadows Retirement Community, Buhler. She was born December 19, 1948, in Kansas City, MO, to Bernard C. "Barney" and Betty Lu (Valot) Bryan.

Carol graduated in 1966 from Shawnee Mission High School, and attended Kansas State University.  She...

Sep 29, 2025

Bob D. Roberts, 92, passed away September 29, 2025, at his home.  He was born to Charles Arthur and Flossie May (Douglass) Roberts on June 29, 1933, in Ford, Kansas.

Bob graduated from Hutchinson High School in 1951. On March 29, 1958 he married Phyllis Sneed.  They were married nearly 55 years before her passing February 14,...

Sep 28, 2025

Celeste Nicole Gerber passed away on September 28, 2025 in Hutchinson, Kansas. Born June 12, 1986, she was just 39 years old leaving her family shocked and deeply saddened by her sudden passing.

Growing up, Celeste loved helping at the Emmaus House and volunteering at Reach Camp with her dad and step-mom. She attended Garden City High...

Sep 28, 2025

Bradley Lynn Lofland, 69, passed away September 28, 2025, at Roper St. Francis Hospital in Charleston, South Carolina.

He was born January 25, 1956, in Hutchinson, Kansas, to Charles and Janet Lofland. He graduated from Greeley High School in Greeley, Colorado, in 1974.

Brad served honorably in the United States Navy from March 17, 1977,...

Sep 27, 2025

Vicky Lynn Pahl, 69, of Pretty Prairie, died September 27, 2025, at Ascension Via Christi St. Francis in Wichita. She was born February 7, 1956, in Hutchinson, to Melvin L. and Joyce E. (Strawn) Herrell.

Vicky graduated from Pretty Prairie High School in 1974 and received her bachelor's degree in education from Saint Mary of the Plains...

Sep 26, 2025

Lanis Boydston, better known as "Charlie," age 74, passed away on September 26, 2025, at Hutchinson Regional Medical Center. She was born June 25, 1951, in Omaha, NE to Gary Duane and Marilyn Rose (Ramus) Solan.

Charlie graduated from South Haven School in Omaha, NE in 1969. She dedicated her career to serving others, working as a...

Sep 26, 2025

It is with great love and heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Carol Sue Westfall, 84. She died as a result of an auto accident on September 26, 2025. Carol was born August 2, 1941, in Hutchinson, KS to Tommy Powell and Francis Powell Zimmerman.  Her father passed away when she was a child.

Carol...

Sep 23, 2025

Rebecca West, 65, of Hutchinson, died September 23, 2025, at Hospice House, Hutchinson. She was born September 24, 1959, in Hutchinson, to John and Antonia (Vieyra) Martinez.

Rebecca worked as a bag maker at Hubco Inc. for 31 years. She enjoyed her labor tremendously and operated at every work station possible during her time there. Rebecca was...

Sep 23, 2025

Ann Bowman, age 82, passed away peacefully in Inman, KS, after a courageous journey with Parkinson's disease, surrounded by her loved ones.

Ann's early years were spent on a family farm in rural Gove County.  Alongside her three siblings, she attended a one-room schoolhouse and helped with daily farm life.  These humble beginnings laid the foundation for...

Sep 23, 2025

Kenneth 'Kenny' Patrick Yearout, 74, died September 23, 2025, at his home in Hutchinson. He was born January 9, 1951, in Arkansas City, KS, to Dwain Lee and Peggy Fern (Crittenden) Yearout.

Kenny graduated from South Haven High School, South Haven, KS. Most of his life, he worked as a truck driver. He worked for Dillons Trucking...

Sep 21, 2025

Linda Lee Humphrey, 81, of Abbyville, passed away peacefully at her home on September 21, 2025. She was born on October 17, 1943, in Hutchinson, to the late Howard R. and Vara L. (Gagnebin) Reed.

Linda worked for years as a cleaner for many homes and offices in the Abbyville area. She also assisted her husband, Frank,...

Sep 20, 2025

Glen Russell Wagler, 83, died September 20, 2025, at Hospice House, Hutchinson.  He was born November 19, 1941, in Hutchinson, to John Rufus and Esther Evangeline (Krenzin) Wagler.

Glen graduated from Nickerson High School in 1960. He proudly served in the United States Air Force from 1961 to 1965.  Glen worked as a truck driver for Walmart...