Elizabeth Wagler
Apr 20, 2016
Elizabeth Wagler, 91, died April 20, 2016, at her home in Partridge. She was born July 21, 1924, in Hutchinson, to Levi and Clara (Nisly) Miller. She married Raymond Wagler on Aug. 20, 1961, in Hutchinson. He died on July 9, 1980. Survivors include: sons; Paul Wagler (Ellen), Wichita, Harley Wagler, Nizhnii Novgorod Russia, Philip Wagler, Partridge, Eldon Wagler (Jane),...
Richard L Jerauld
Apr 20, 2016
Richard L. Jerauld, 75, died April 20, 2016, at Hutchinson Health and Rehab. He was born May 29, 1940, in Hutchinson, to Charles W. and Clarissa O. (Cole) Jerauld. Richard graduated from Hutchinson High School in 1958. He worked for Singleton-Joyce Optical, making eyeglass lenses. Richard is survived by: sisters, Mary Livingston of Henderson, Texas, Martha Lacascio of Houston, Texas;...
Lucille E. Ewert
Apr 19, 2016
Lucille E. Ewert, 94, died April 19, 2016, at Sunshine Meadows Retirement Community, Buhler. She was born Feb. 27, 1922, in Meade, to Henry M. and Marie (Knak) Epp. Lucille graduated from Rosalia High School in 1941. She was a Senior Insurance Representative for Blue Cross Blue Shield. Lucille enjoyed volunteering, reading, and gardening. She loved spending time with her...
Candice "Candy" Caren Miller
Apr 19, 2016
Candice "Candy" Caren Miller, 69, died April 19, 2016, at Brookdale of Hutchinson. She was born Oct. 9, 1946, in Hutchinson to Carston B. Johannsen and Ruth L. (Schell) Day, and raised by Lyman and Ruth Day. Candice graduated from Hutchinson High School and went on to attend University of Kansas and Hutchinson Junior College. Survivors include: daughters, Holly Herman...
Jesse William "Bill" Swafford
Apr 16, 2016
Jesse William "Bill" Swafford, 97, of Hutchinson, died April 16, 2016, at Thorne Care Center. He was born May 20, 1918, in Hutchinson, to Jesse Walter and Ollie May Belle (Bird) Swafford. Bill graduated from Hutchinson High School in 1936. He was employed by Dillon Mercantile from 1936 until he entered the Navy in 1942. Before WWII he and his...
Vina E. Holmes
Apr 16, 2016
Vina E. Holmes, 91, died Saturday, April 16, 2016, at Rice County District Hospital. She was born July 3, 1924, at Jetmore, the daughter of Glenn and Edith (Wilson) Hamm. Vina's teaching heart had an oft-noted impact on two generations of students. The stocking caps she crocheted and donated kept hundreds of children warm. On Sept. 18, 1948, Vina married...
Lee Harrah
Apr 16, 2016
Lee Harrah, 89, died Saturday, April 16, 2016, at Mennonite Friendship Com-munities, South Hutchinson. He was born January 30, 1927, in Centralia, Washington, the son of John and Clara Harrah. Lee graduated from Centralia High School and then moved to Hutchinson, where he worked at Winchester Packing Co. for many years before retiring. On June 1, 1963, he married Esther...
Norma J. Anderson
Apr 13, 2016
Norma J. Anderson, 83, died April 13, 2016, at Brookdale of Hutchinson. She was born Nov. 3, 1932, in Buffalo, Okla., to Edward S. and Enola L. (Dennis) Yauk. Norma graduated from Hutchinson High School in 1950, attended Hutchinson Community College, and graduated in 1954 from the registered nurse program at the St. Joseph School of Nursing, Wichita. She started...
Constance Vicki Ediger
Apr 13, 2016
Constance Vicki Ediger, 66, of Hutchinson, died Wednesday, April 13, 2016. She was born Jan. 18, 1950, in Bermuda, the daughter of William and Connie (Jenks) Kiene. She was a 1968 graduate of Hutchinson High School and a graduate of Hutchinson Community College and Wichita State University. Vicki was a dental hygienist at the Dental Center for 25 years and...
Esther Elizabeth Wagner
Apr 12, 2016
Esther Elizabeth Wagner, 92, died April 12, 2016, at Thorne Care Center, Hutchinson. She was born Feb. 1, 1924, in rural Harvey County, to Jacob and Marie (Friesen) Stucky. She received a degree in cosmetology and after graduation worked as a hairdresser for Wiley's and Pegues in Hutchinson in the 1950's and 60's. Later, she and her husband Charlie purchased...
Jon D Richardson
Apr 11, 2016
Jon D. Richardson, 44, died April 11, 2016, at his home in Great Bend. He was born March 19, 1972, in Hutchinson, to J.D. and Linda (Keeley) Richardson. Jon graduated from Nickerson High School in 1990. He worked for R&R Roofing Co. in Great Bend. Jon enjoyed doing small engine work. Jon is survived by: daughters, Addy Richardson and Emi...
Guandola "Gwen" A. Amrine
Apr 8, 2016
Guandola A."Gwen" Amrine, 88, died April 8, 2016, at Hutchinson Regional Medical Center. She was born Oct. 5, 1927, in Hutchinson, to John T. and Beatrice G. (Miller) Van Dyne. Gwen graduated from Hutchinson High School in 1945. She was a data clerk and Para Educator for RCEC from 1979-1992. Gwen was a member of Full Gospel Assembly, where she...
Shirley A. Henry
Apr 8, 2016
Shirley A. Henry, 80, died April 8, 2016, at Hospice House. She was born Jan. 22, 1936, in Hutchinson, to Andy and Mid (Arnold) Clifford. Shirley graduated from Nickerson High School in 1955 and later obtained her real estate and insurance licenses. She was a homemaker, real estate and insurance agent. Shirley was a very active member of Grace Episcopal...
Conway Scott Archer
Apr 8, 2016
Conway Scott "Arch" Archer, 79, formerly of Corona, California, died April 8, 2016, at Hospice House, Hutchinson, Kansas. He was born May 17, 1936, in Roanoke, Virginia, to William L. and Jettie Pansey (Ingo) Archer. Conway retired from the United States Marine Corps after 22 years of service, where he served in Korea and spent two tours of duty in...
Lydia "Esther" Friesen
Apr 7, 2016
Lydia "Esther" Friesen, 104, died April 7, 2016. She was born Dec. 5, 1911, in Moundridge, to Cornelius and Sarah (Peters) Friesen. She was a homemaker. On Oct. 15, 1933, she married Harvey Friesen in Dalhart, Texas. He died Jan. 3, 1995. Survivors include: daughters, Dorothy Davis, Darlene Ray, Delores Friesen, and Flo Hughes; sister, Fern Smith; 16 grandchildren; 25...
Francis "Luther" Barton
Apr 6, 2016
Francis "Luther" Barton, 78, died April 6, 2016, at Hospice House, Hutchinson. He was born May 4, 1937, in Hutchinson, to Roy and Frances (Rayl) Barton. He graduated from Hutchinson High School in 1956 and was a lifetime resident of Hutchinson. Luther was a sheet metal mechanic and a member of the Sheet Metal Workers International Association, Local 29. He...
Sarah Joanne Mendoza
Apr 6, 2016
LYONS – Sarah "Joanne" Mendoza, 73, died April 6, 2016, at Good Samaritan Center, Lyons. She was born April 15, 1942, in Pratt County, to Harvey and Elenora (Steffan) Blackwell. She was of the Catholic faith. Joanne was a housekeeper and caretaker of baby chicks for Cal-Maine Foods from 1997 to 2011. On July 9, 1993, Sarah married Esteban Steven...
Imogene F. Hall
Apr 5, 2016
Imogene F. Hall, 76, died Tuesday, April 5, 2016, at Hutchinson Regional Medical Center. She was born April 13, 1939, in Hutchinson, to Kenneth and Clova (Andrews) Gruver. Imogene graduated from Hutchinson High School in 1957. For many years she did work for individuals and area merchants as a seamstress. Imogene was also well-known for being "Mrs. Claus" for many...
Johnny L Scott
Apr 4, 2016
Johnny L. Scott, 68, died April 4, 2016, at Hutchinson Regional Medical Center, Hutchinson. He was born Sept. 20, 1947, to Ellis and JoAnna (Lowry) Scott in Lenapah, Okla. Johnny served in the United States Air Force during the Vietnam War, and was a member of Teamsters Local #795. He retired from Dillon's Perishable Warehouse in 2015. Johnny had many...
Teddy J. "Ted" Carlton
Apr 4, 2016
Teddy J. "Ted" Carlton, 86, died April 4, 2016, at his home. He was born Nov. 14, 1929, in Jewell, to James R. and Ruby P. (Roberts) Carlton. Teddy served in the United States Army for two years. He was quite the handyman and enjoyed helping other people. He loved western movies, especially Gunsmoke. Teddy retired from Cessna-Eaton Corporation. On...
