Obituaries

Feb 16, 2025

Mikel V. "Mike" O'Leary, 57, of Hutchinson, died February 16, 2025, at Ascension Via Christi St. Teresa, Wichita. He was born March 24, 1967, in Coffeyville, his parents were John R. "J.R." and Joyce A. (Schrag) O'Leary. On December 3, 1967, Mike was baptized at the First Methodist Church, Kiowa.

Mike graduated from Smith Center High School...

Feb 15, 2025

Judith Marie "Judy" Gonzales, 79, of Hutchinson, died February 15, 2025, at Diversicare of Hutchinson. She was born March 9, 1945, in Colorado Springs, Colorado, to Everett Lee and Lyla Marie (Pitts) McCoy.

Judy graduated from Partridge High School and Salt City Business College. She was a homemaker. Judy was a member of South Hutchinson Christian Church....

Feb 15, 2025

Phyllis Sherrill Bachus, 93, died February 15, 2025, at Mennonite Friendship Communities, South Hutchinson. She was born October 14, 1931, in Bazine, Kansas, to Enceil and Letha (Carey) Frazier.

Phyllis graduated from Hutchinson High School in 1949, she earned her nursing degree in 1977. She dedicated her life to caring for others as a registered nurse for...

Feb 14, 2025

Mary Kathryn Likes, 78, of New Cambria, died peacefully February 14, 2025, with her sons by her side in Hutchinson. She was born December 9, 1946, in Salina, to Harold and Margaret (Bross) Andrews.

Mary graduated from Solomon High School in 1964. She worked in retail management for many years. Mary was a member of Peace Lutheran...

Feb 12, 2025

Gary Lynn Brown, 68, of Hutchinson, died February 12, 2025, at his home. He was born February 11, 1957, in Hutchinson, to Glenn E. and Betty J. (Main) Brown.

Gary attended Hutchinson schools. He was a multi-talented businessman who enjoyed the challenge of various types of businesses, from brick-mason to homebuilder to interior design to sales to...

Feb 12, 2025

Larry Dean Girard, 84, formerly of Beloit, died February 12, 2025, at Legend of Hutchinson, with his family by his side.  He was born January 13, 1941, in Clyde, KS, to Eugene and Laura (Couture) Girard.

Larry graduated from Clyde High School in 1959.  He attended Kansas University for one year on a football scholarship, before transferring...

Feb 11, 2025

Dr. Roy Clayton Russell DVM, 91, of Hutchinson, died February 11, 2025, at Good Samaritan Society – Hutchinson Village. He was born June 6, 1933, in Eureka, to John William and Velma "Bernadine" (Wright) Russell.

Roy graduated from Eureka High School in 1952, Kansas State University in 1956, and received his Doctor of Veterinary Medicine from the...

Feb 11, 2025

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Albert Cruz Garcia, who left us peacefully on February 11, 2025, at the age of 80. A cherished husband, father, papa and friend to all, Albert will forever be remembered for his boundless love, unwavering support, kind spirit, and the way he could always make us laugh.

Feb 9, 2025

Terry Duane Moore, 76, of Arlington, died February 9, 2025, at his farm.  Terry was born October 26, 1948, in Hutchinson, to Clinton and Wanda (Brown) Moore.

Terry graduated from Nickerson High School in 1967 and served in the United States Air Force from 1968 to 1970, and later with the Kingman National Guard. Terry loved being...

Feb 8, 2025

Sondra K. Gibson, 83, died February 8, 2025, at Waldron Place Senior Living, Hutchinson. She was born August 6, 1941, in Anthony, Kansas, to Lawrence and Eleanor (Underwood) Jones.

Sondra graduated from Hazelton High School, Hazelton, Kansas. She worked in interior design for Glass Construction Company Supply, Hutchinson. Later on, Sondra went to be a salesperson for...

Feb 7, 2025

Lemuel Calvin Thompson, 59, passed away February 7, 2025, at his home in Wichita. He was born February 28, 1965, in Hutchinson to Johnny Carr and Stanley Thompson Murdock.

He graduated from Lawrence Gardner High School in Topeka.  Lemuel was a kind and private man who was loved by all who met him.  He would keep you...

Feb 6, 2025

Winnifred Iverson Rom Thompson, 98, passed on February 6, 2025, at Hester Care Center- Wesley Towers.  She was born July 30, 1926, to William and Cora (Johnson) Iverson in Pinewood, MN.

Winnie graduated from Bemidji (MN) High School and earned her Bachelor of Teaching from Bemidji State Teachers College.  She taught junior high math and science.On March...

Feb 6, 2025

Pastor Onie Lee Cooper was called home to be with her Lord and Savior on February 6, 2025. She was 94.  Onie was born November 27, 1930, in Hutchinson, Kansas to Abraham "Toby" and Leona (Hofer) Entz.

Onie lived her whole life in Hutchinson. She married Harold Cooper and together they raised Michael, Preston "Pat" and Kathleen...

Feb 2, 2025

Loretto Rae Morton, 87, died peacefully February 2, 2025, at Hester Care Center, Hutchinson. She was born December 30, 1937, in Salina, to Otis Warren and Bernice A. (Burger) Bennett.

Loretto graduated from Lincoln High School, Lincoln, KS, in 1956, attended Washburn University, and graduated with her bachelor's degree in nursing from Stormont Vail School of Nursing...

Feb 2, 2025

Freddie Gene "Jean" Bohnstedt, 97, passed peacefully on February 2, 2025, surrounded by her family in Hutchinson. Jean was born on June 8, 1927, in Shawnee, OK, to Archie Elmer and Florence Ann (Padgett) Cole.

In 1947, Jean married William H Kendall. They were blessed with two sons, William H. Kendall II and Randall L. Kendall. In...

Feb 2, 2025

Vicki Marie Wineland, 81, died peacefully in her sleep February 2, 2025, at her home. She was born April 2, 1943, in Osborne County, Kansas, to Vinton and Dulcie (Smith) Lane.

Vicki graduated from Osborne High School in 1961 and Sidney's Hairdressing College in 1962. A dedicated and talented hairstylist, she opened Vic's Beauty Shop, where she...

Feb 2, 2025

Jerry L. Graham, 71, of Hutchinson, died February 2, 2025, at his home surrounded by his family. He was born April 4, 1953, in Tryon, Oklahoma, to William and Bernice (Melvin) Graham.

Jerry graduated from Carney High School in Oklahoma. He joined the United States Armed Forces and proudly served during the Vietnam War. Jerry was very...

Jan 31, 2025

Allen D. Forkell, Sr., aged 71, peacefully passed away at Hospice House in Hutchinson on January 31, 2025. Born on December 21, 1953, to Louis F. and Arlene L. (Westgate) Forkell, Allen lived a life marked by dedication and service.

Allen proudly served his country in the United States Army for over 12 years, achieving the rank...

Jan 31, 2025

Barbara Elizabeth Dickey, 86, died January 31, 2025, at her home in Hutchinson. She was born December 18, 1938, in Kansas City, MO, to Fred Oscar and Martha Ellen (Gibson) Hornbeck.

Barbara graduated from Stuart High School, Stuart, OK, in 1956, and then attended business school shortly after. She worked as a telephone operator for AT&T and...

Jan 30, 2025

Barbara Ann Gagnebin, 92, of Plevna, died January 30, 2025, at Hutchinson Regional Medical Center.  She was born September 19, 1932, in Abbyville, to Wayne and Mildred (Waddle) Dunn.

Barbara graduated from Abbyville High School.  She worked over 30 years for the United States Postal Service in both Plevna and Hutchinson, retiring as a postmaster.  Barbara enjoyed...