Obituaries

Feb 28, 2025

Billie Ray Dowers, 85, of Hutchinson, passed away Feb. 28, 2025, at his home as was his wish, surrounded by loved ones in the home that he built almost 50 years ago. He was born Sept. 29, 1939, in Waynoka, OK, to Ray and Bessie (Littrell) Dowers, and was an only child.

Billie moved to Hutchinson in...

Feb 26, 2025

Dennis D. "Mule Skinner" Cannon, 76, of Hutchinson, died February 26, 2025, at Reed's Cove Health and Rehabilitation. He was born November 16, 1948, in Waltham, Massachusetts, to Carl and Thursa (Fox) Cannon.

Dennis graduated from Hutchinson High School. He enjoyed music and was self-taught on the harmonica. Dennis rebuilt a motorcycle and built his own wooden...

Feb 26, 2025

Shirley A. Green, 70, of Hutchinson, died February 26, 2025, at Diversicare of Hutchinson. She was born September 27, 1954, in Pensacola, FL, to Marion and Ann (Hellman) Green.

Shirley graduated from Tustin High School in California in 1972. She attended Hutchinson Community College where she obtained her nursing degree in 1980. Shirley enjoyed Kansas and Hutchinson...

Feb 25, 2025

Lowell Kenneth "Ken" Keen Jr., 90, of Hutchinson, died February 25, 2025, at Good Samaritan Society–Hutchinson Village. He was born September 9, 1934, in Hutchinson, to Lowell K. and Winifred M. (Mosher) Keen.

Ken graduated from Hutchinson High School in 1952 and the University of Kansas in 1956. He was a beer salesman for over 60 years,...

Feb 25, 2025

Charlotte L. "Lee" Cooper, 79, died February 25, 2025, at Hutchinson Regional Medical Center. She was born on November 30, 1945, in Acushnet, MA, to Lester Lyman and Shirley Gertrude (Spooner) Demoranville.

Lee was always working on a craft project either; crocheting, knitting, sewing, quilting, embroidery or making wreaths. She loved making arts and crafts with her...

Feb 25, 2025

Carolyn Sue Kidd, 63, died February 25, 2025, surrounded by her family, at Hospice House, Hutchinson. She was born July 21, 1961, at Grace Hospital, Hutchinson, to Clifford Eugene "Gene" and Verna Arliene (Sitton) Rickett.

Carolyn graduated from Hutchinson High School. She was passionate about being assistant manager at a local convenience store. Carolyn enjoyed dining out,...

Feb 25, 2025

William "Bill" Dean Parkhurst, 94, died February 25, 2025, at Diversicare of Hutchinson. He was born December 12, 1930, in Tryon, Oklahoma, to Euel Ivis and Mable (Miller) Parkhurst.

Bill attended Castleton High School, Castleton, KS. In 1949, he joined the United States Army and bravely fought in the Korean War. He worked for FOY Construction Company,...

Feb 25, 2025

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Timothy Roy Oberle, 56, died peacefully surrounded by family on February 25th, 2025 in Hutchinson, Kansas. He was born on August 13th, 1968 in Hutchinson to John and Nadine Oberle.

Tim graduated Trinity Catholic High School in 1986....

Feb 24, 2025

Donald Wayne Dean, 96, of Hutchinson, died February 24, 2025. He was born January 20, 1929, in Larned, to Caleb B. and Minnie J. (Huseman) Dean.

Don graduated from Hutchinson High School in 1947. He worked for Dillons for 55 years, most of those in the Advertising / Art Department as a graphic artist. Don enjoyed antique...

Feb 23, 2025

After 94 years of life, Lucille "Lupe" Vieyra passed away in the presence of family, on February 23, 2025, at Hester Care Center, Hutchinson. She was born November 15, 1930, in Hutchinson, to Luís and Elvira (Magaña) Martínez. She worked for Eaton Corporation, retiring after 34 years. Lucille took great pride working as a female in a male-dominated industry....

Feb 23, 2025

Shirley Sue Frank Murphy, 90, formerly of Hutchinson, died February 23, 2025, at Homestead of Eudora. She was born December 9, 1934, in Hutchinson, to Barney Garrett and Selma Ora (Bekker) Cole.

Shirley graduated from Hutchinson High School in 1952. She attended Hutchinson Community Junior College, and graduated from Wichita State University with a bachelor's degree in...

Feb 23, 2025

William Francis "Bill" Pitts, 78, died February 23, 2025, at his home. He was born July 10, 1946, in Wichita, to Willis F. and Betty L. (Morris) Pitts.

Bill graduated from Buhler High School in 1964 and received his pressroom certification in 1968.  He worked as a pressroom foreman for the Hutchinson News and Rockwell/Goss Publishing Company....

Feb 21, 2025

Diana Marie Doerfler, 83, died in her home on February 21, 2025.  Diane, as she was known to friends and loved ones, was born April 6, 1941 to parents Paul Joseph and Anna Marie Luea.  She was the oldest of 9 siblings, consisting of 6 younger sisters and 2 brothers.  She grew up around Ellis, KS, graduating from Ellis...

Feb 20, 2025

Myrna Beth (Becker) Moorman, 88, died February 20, 2025, at Hospice House, Hutchinson. She was born January 2, 1937, in the rural Bushton home of her parents, John Henry and Virgie Blanche (Peterson) Becker.

Myrna attended Rice County Union 4 Grade School and Bushton schools, graduating in 1954 from Bushton Rural High School and Hutchinson Junior College...

Feb 20, 2025

Jesse Martin Hensel, 81, of Hutchinson, died February 20, 2025, at Hospice House, with his loving family by his side. He was born October 6, 1943, in Dodge City, to Walter M. and Goldie (Bunch) Hensel.

Jesse graduated from Dodge City High School in 1962, and loved to tell of playing the trombone in the marching band...

Feb 19, 2025

Erlinda Vieyra, 90, died February 19, 2025, at her home in Hutchinson. She was born April 6, 1934, in Dodge City, Kansas, to Antonio and Lus (Perez) Flores, Sr.

Erlinda graduated from Hutchinson High School in 1953. She worked for the family restaurant, Anchor Inn, and as a paraprofessional for USD 308.

In her spare...

Feb 18, 2025

Gary W. LaClair, 72, of Hutchinson, died February 18, 2025, surrounded by love. He was born November 17, 1952, in Hutchinson, to Gene and Beverly (Beal) LaClair.

Gary graduated from Hutchinson High School with the class of 1970. He worked at Doskocil Food Service and owned his own detail shop along with a car lot. Gary proudly...

Feb 18, 2025

Jerry W. Bullock, 46, of South Hutchinson, died February 18, 2025 at his home. He was born June 26, 1978, in Hutchinson, KS, to Rebecca Jayne Bullock (Pope) and Mario C. Enriquez.

Jerry was a saltwater fish enthusiast and enjoyed fishing, bowling, watching movies and going to church. He relished spending time with his family, especially his...

Feb 17, 2025

Wayne Dale McCrary, 67, died peacefully and with dignity on February 17, 2025, at Wesley Medical Center, Wichita, surrounded by his family, all the saints and angels, and the prayers of his extended family and friends.  He was born April 24, 1957, in Santa Cruz, CA, to William Donald and Leona Arlene (Fought) McCrary.

Wayne attended Larned...

Feb 17, 2025

Ruben Anthony "Tony" Delgado, 43, formerly of Hutchinson, died unexpectedly after a sudden illness February 17, 2025, at his mother's home in Hutchinson.  He was born February 18, 1981, in Mannheim, Germany, to Adella Marie (Murillo) Luna and Louis Placido Delgado, Jr.

Anthony attended Trinity Catholic High School and was self-employed, working in construction.  He enjoyed running,...