Obituaries

Sep 25, 2019

Dr. Norman E. Hagley, 83, of Hutchinson, died September 25, 2019, at Thorne Care Center, Hutchinson. He was born October 31, 1935, in Randle, WA, to James William, Jr. and Era Lucille (Smith) Hagley. Norman graduated from Zanesville High School, Zanesville, OH, and Transylvania University, Lexington, KY. He received his doctorate degree from Lexington Theological Seminary. Norman served as...

Sep 25, 2019

The Reverend Henry J. Hartman, 79, died September 25, 2019, at Hutchinson Regional Medical Center. He was born June 5, 1940, in Cuero, Texas, to Henry W. and Emma (Blank) Hartman.

Pastor Hartman graduated from Cuero High School, Cuero, TX. He then served in the United States Navy for three years. Pastor Hartman then attended Midland Lutheran...

Sep 24, 2019

Vicki Casey Cook, 77, of Hutchinson, died September 24, 2019, after a short illness at Hutchinson Regional Medical Center.  She was born June 1, 1942, in Newton, to Edward A. and Fern (Ullum) Strasser.

Vicki worked as a realtor in Great Bend and a floral designer for Don's Floral in Hutchinson.  She was a homemaker and enjoyed...

Sep 24, 2019

Mary Ruth Priddle Deck, 96, of Hutchinson, beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, great-great-grandmother and friend, passed away peacefully Tuesday, September 24, 2019, at her residence. She was born February 14, 1923, in Haven, to Leo Thomas and Elizabeth Lolita (Hall) Priddle.

Mary was a 1942 graduate of Haven High School. On October 15, 1943, she married Laurence Herbert...

Sep 23, 2019

James Nelson 'Jim' Carrington, 85, died September 23, 2019, at Wesley Medical Center, Wichita. He was born January 16, 1934, in Fort Scott, the son of Frank and Helen (Keeling) Carrington. Jim graduated from Wichita North High School. He served for a time as a pastor in Wichita before beginning his career in the antiques and auction business. Jim...

Sep 22, 2019

Sylvia Nisly, 85, died September 22, 2019, at Wheaton House, Mennonite Friendship Communities, South Hutchinson.  She was born March 11, 1934, in Nowata, OK, the daughter of Eli F. and Alma (Miller) Nisly.

In addition to being a homemaker, Sylvia was bookkeeper for her and husband John's business, Nisly Sewing Center. She was a faithful member of...

Sep 21, 2019

James Lee, 87, of Hutchinson, died September 21, 2019. Born March 1, 1932, at Sylvia, to Chester and Mabel (Watson) Lee.

Survived by: wife, Twila; children, Bonnie Jervis (Tim), LeRoy Lee (Robin), Sondra Lee; three grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; and three great-great-grandchildren.

Preceded by: parents, and siblings, Lorraine and Charles.

No services are planned....

Sep 20, 2019

Bernard 'Bernie' Koch, Jr., 65, of Hutchinson, died September 20, 2019, at The University of Kansas Hospital, Kansas City, KS. He was born January 26, 1954, in Hutchinson, to Bernard Eugene and Marjorie Ann (Shelton) Koch, Sr.

Bernie graduated from Partridge High School. He was a baker at the Rainbow Bakery for 30 years and a water...

Sep 18, 2019

Robert 'Bob' Eugene Regehr, of Hutchinson, was born February 19, 1940, to Abe F. and Minnie (Holzrichter) Regehr. He passed away September 18, 2019, in the care of his family and Hutchinson Regional Medical Center ICU staff. Bob was preceded in death by his parents and wife, Judy.

Bob was married April 12, 1962, to Judy Roberts....

Sep 18, 2019

Kathryn 'Kathy' A. Turner, 69, of Hutchinson, died September 18, 2019, at Salina Regional Health Center.

She is survived by: sons, Seth (Allie) Turner and Troy (Clarissa) Turner; four grandchildren; sister, Patricia Shields; brother, Donald Gariglietti; and Donald 'Don' L. Turner.

No services per Kathy's request. Elliott Mortuary is in charge of arrangements.

Sep 17, 2019

Betty I. Robinson 'Elizabeth Ann', died September 17, 2019, at The Cedars in McPherson. She was born April 29, 1928, in New Haven, Connecticut, while her missionary parents were on furlough from China. Betty lived in China during the early years of her life.

Following her graduation from McPherson High School in 1946, Betty attended McPherson College...

Sep 17, 2019

Margaret Joan McKinney, 83, died September 17, 2019, at Wesley Woodlawn Hospital, Wichita. She was born July 27, 1936, in Wichita, the daughter of proud parents, Stanley and Margaret (Jessen) Shaft.  Joan grew up in a lively household with her four brothers: Jerry, David, Donald, John, and their dog, Sam.

She was a devoted member of Emanuel...

Sep 16, 2019

Marcella 'Marcy' Showalter, 77, of Hutchinson, died September 16, 2019, at Good Samaritan Society-Hutchinson Village. She was born June 26, 1942, in Plains, to Adam Casper and Helen (Amerin) Eakes, Jr.

On March 15, 1989, she married Jack Dean Showalter in Hutchinson. Marcy was a homemaker who enjoyed sewing for her family, playing bingo, and traveling to...

Sep 16, 2019

Lorraine M. Ramsey, 95, of Hutchinson, died September 16, 2019, at her home. She was born August 20, 1924, in Walker, MN, to Frank and Marie (Jakschi) Hohman.

Lorraine graduated from Walker High School, Walker, MN, in 1941. She was a member of St. Teresa Catholic Church since 1948, and was a member of the St. Teresa...

Sep 15, 2019

Sharon Nitzsche, 78, of Hutchinson, died, September 15, 2019, at Hutchinson Regional Medical Center. She was born February 2, 1941, to William 'Brownie' and Eloise (Sharits) Amerine.

Sharon graduated from Turon High school in 1959. She worked for many years for the City of Turon as a librarian and city clerk.  Sharon loved her community and was...

Sep 15, 2019

Candace Elizabeth 'Candy' Kline, 74, of Hutchinson, died September 15, 2019, at her home. She was born July 21, 1945, in Wichita, the daughter of Burt L. and Virginia L. (Streeter) Whitlock. Candy graduated from Hutchinson High School in 1963 and Lindenwood College in 1967. She worked  as a reference librarian at Hutchinson Public Library until her retirement. Candy...

Sep 14, 2019

Edward 'Ted' Wray McAdams, 67, passed away unexpectedly September 14, 2019. He was born to Virgil and Joyce (Brice-Nash) McAdams on April 18, 1952.

Ted attended and graduated from Hutchinson High School in 1970. He began working at Consolidated Manufacturing at age 16 and worked his way up to sales/truck driver in 1992. Ted transferred to AER...

Sep 13, 2019

Timm Fahrbach, 70, formerly of Hutchinson, died September 13, 2019.

A memorial celebration of Timm's life will be 10:30 a.m. Saturday, October 12, 2019, at Elliott Chapel, Hutchinson.

In lieu of flowers, Timm has requested donations to Cause for Paws, in care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS 67501.

Sep 13, 2019

St. Joseph, Mi. - Earnestine L. Carder, 96, of St. Joseph, passed away Friday, September 13, 2019, at Caretel Inns of Lakeland.

A Celebration of Life service will be held Thursday, October 3, 2019, at 11 a.m. at Berrien County Baptist Church, 5940 St. Joseph Ave., Stevensville, with Pastor James Whitman officiating.

Burial will take...

Sep 13, 2019

Bettie Jo Wagler, 94, of Lenexa, Kansas, formerly of Hutchinson, went home to her Lord on September 13, 2019. Bettie was born April 13, 1925, in DeKalb, Texas, to William and Mary (Telford) Butler. She grew up on her father's cattle ranch surrounded by her sisters, Emma and Ouida, countless animals, and a lot of joy. While attending the...