Obituaries

Nov 20, 2025

Lester George "L.G." Darling, 90, devoted and loving husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and brother, died November 20, 2025, at Hester Care Center, Hutchinson.  He was born September 26, 1935, in Hutchinson, to David H. and Ariel V. (Trapp) Darling, Sr.

L.G. graduated from Hutchinson High School.  While attending high school, he worked at the 17th and Plum...

Nov 20, 2025

Phillip Clayton Sneed, 79, of Nickerson, Kansas, went to be with his Lord on November 20th, 2025. He was born in Ashland, Kansas, on September 11, 1946, to Lloyd and Eva (Baker) Sneed.

At the age of 17, Phillip enlisted in the United States Navy, proudly serving from 1963 to 1971, including service in the Vietnam War....

Nov 17, 2025

Baby Jai' Lani Amora Faudoa, arrived on September 26, 2025, filling our hearts with unimaginable joy and love. Jai' Lani, left this world peacefully on Monday, November 17, 2025, in her mother's arms, leaving a deep void in our hearts

To Jai' Lani, from mommy: My Jai' Lani Amora, mommy was so excited and happy when I...

Nov 17, 2025

Russell "Rusty" Wayne Field, 65, passed away at Diversicare-Hutchinson on November 17, 2025, following a 17-year battle with Polymyositis. He was born on September 6, 1960, in Hutchinson to Gene and Velma (Achilles) Field.

Rusty graduated from Hutchinson High School in 1979 and attended one year at Hutchinson Community College.  He worked as a machinist and a...

Nov 17, 2025

Daniel Brent Wiens, 39, of Inman, passed away on November 17, 2025, at his home with his wife and children by his side. Born on April 13, 1986, in Moundridge, Daniel lived a life defined by love, devotion, and an unwavering commitment to his family and faith.

Daniel married the love of his life, Ashley, on October...

Nov 17, 2025

David Lynn Allen, 81, formerly of Hutchinson, died November 17, 2025, at Wesley Medical Center, Wichita. He was born November 1, 1944, in Hutchinson, to Robert Le Moyne "Bob" and June M. (Bentley) Allen.

David graduated from Hutchinson High School in 1962, attended Hutchinson Community Junior College, and received his bachelor's degree in business from University of...

Nov 17, 2025

Lott Eugene Metzler, 82, died November 17, 2025, at Hospice House, Hutchinson. He was born on May 15, 1943, in Hutchinson, to Nelson Alva and Belle Fordice (Stewart) Metzler, Sr.

Lott graduated from Hutchinson High School in 1961, he attended Sterling College, Hutchinson Community Junior College and Kansas University with a degree in engineering. He served in...

Nov 16, 2025

Rosemary Sutton, 86, died November 16, 2025, at Good Samaritan Society – Hutchinson Village. She was born on May 25, 1939, in Turon, to Samuel Stacy "Shorty" and Opal (Fountain) Kittle.

Rosemary was a graduate of Turon High School. She worked at Dillards, Hutchinson, retiring after 25 years of service. Rosemary enjoyed bowling and bowled on a...

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,...