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Pastor Onie L. Cooper

Pastor Onie L. Cooper

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...

Loretto Rae Morton

Loretto Rae Morton

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...

Freddie "Jean" G. Bohnstedt

Freddie "Jean" G. Bohnstedt

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...

Vicki M. Wineland

Vicki M. Wineland

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...

Jerry L Graham

Jerry L Graham

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...

Allen D. Forkell, Sr.

Allen D. Forkell, Sr.

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...

Barbara Elizabeth Dickey

Barbara Elizabeth Dickey

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...

Barbara A. Gagnebin

Barbara A. Gagnebin

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...

Darrel D Witham

Darrel D Witham

Jan 30, 2025

Darrel D. "Dee" Witham, 72, of South Hutchinson, died January 30, 2025, surrounded by his loved ones at his residence. He was born March 7, 1952, in Topeka, the only son of Darrel and Margaret (Cohorst) Witham.

Dee earned his Bachelor's degree in Computer Science from Kansas State University in 1974 and worked as a computer programmer...

Brenda D. "Dee" Wilson

Brenda D. "Dee" Wilson

Jan 29, 2025

Brenda Dee Wilson, 77, died January 29, 2025, at Hutchinson Regional Medical Center. She was born January 30, 1947, in Aurora, IL, to David H. and Patricia (Koralek) Richardson.

Dee graduated from Nickerson High School in 1965 and Sidney's Hairdressing College. She worked as a cosmetologist in addition to driving a school bus for Nickerson USD 309...

Ryan Allen Currie

Ryan Allen Currie

Jan 29, 2025

Ryan Allen Currie, 26, of Hutchinson, died January 29, 2025, after a long silent struggle. He was born October 29, 1998 in Wichita.

Ryan graduated from Hutchinson High School with the class of 2017. He was a loving father who doted on his daughter and his wife-to-be. Ryan had an infectious spirit, loved with all his heart,...

Lucy Raigoza

Lucy Raigoza

Jan 28, 2025

Lucy Raigoza, 87, died January 28, 2025, at Thorne Care Center, Hutchinson.  She was born August 25, 1937, in Hutchinson, to Delfino and Patrocinia (Juarez) Raya.

Lucy worked at the Dillons Bakery for many years before her retirement.  Her faith and family were the most important aspects of her life.  Lucy had a strong faith in her...

Debora J Zarnowski

Debora J Zarnowski

Jan 28, 2025

Debora J. "Debbie" Zarnowski, 71, of Hutchinson, died January 28, 2025 at her residence. She was born July 10, 1953, in Hutchinson, to Thornton and Patricia (Wells) White.

Debbie was a lifelong Certified Nursing Assistant. Throughout her career, she worked at Welsey Towers, Sunshine Meadows, and Mennonite Friendship Communities. Debbie was a Girl Scout leader for over...

Steven Dean Stagner

Steven Dean Stagner

Jan 27, 2025

Steven Dean Stagner, 64, of South Hutchinson, died January 27, 2025, at his home. He was born November 23, 1960, in Wichita, Kansas to Burl and Betty (Barton) Stagner.

Steven attended Hutchinson High School and enlisted in the Army/National Guard where he received an honorable discharge. Steven worked for Collins Bus for 29 years and was a...

Arvilla "Arvy" M. Sampson

Arvilla "Arvy" M. Sampson

Jan 26, 2025

After a life well lived, Arvilla M. "Arvy" Sampson, 96, formerly of Hutchinson, died on January 26, 2025, in Lawrence. She was born July 7, 1928, in Manhattan, Kansas.

Arvy enjoyed a childhood full of adventure and fun in Manhattan, Kansas, where her father was a professor at Kansas State University. She graduated from Manhattan High School...

Iona L. Applegate

Iona L. Applegate

Jan 25, 2025

Iona Louise Applegate, 92, lifelong resident of Arlington, passed away January 24, 2025, at Good Samarian Society – Hutchinson Village. She was born September 4, 1932, in Arlington, to Charles E. and Velma E. (Cole) Colvard.

Iona graduated from Arlington High School in 1950. She was a homemaker for 19 years, then went to work at the...

Myrle "Eddie" Edward Walden

Myrle "Eddie" Edward Walden

Jan 25, 2025

Myrle Edward "Eddie" Walden, 73, died January 25, 2025 at Hospice House, Hutchinson. He was born August 1, 1951, in Springdale, AR, to Donald David and Amy Marie (McQuiston) Walden.

Myrle worked for Reno County Public Works as a welder, retiring after many years of service. When he wasn't working, Myrle's golden years were filled with laughter...

Burtt D. Roberts

Burtt D. Roberts

Jan 25, 2025

Burtt D. Roberts, 59, died January 25, 2025, at Hutchinson Regional Medical Center.  Burtt was born September 29, 1965, in Hillsboro, KS, to Stuart Lee and Jahnice M. "Jan" (Davis) Roberts.

Burtt graduated from Hanover High School in 1984 and Hutchinson Community College with an Associates Degree in Computer Aided Design (CAD). He worked as a CAD...

Jay M "Bud" Davis

Jay M "Bud" Davis

Jan 25, 2025

Jay M. "Bud" Davis, 80, went home to be with the Lord on January 25, 2025, at Hutchinson Regional Medical Center. He was born October 13, 1944, in Manila, Arkansas to Milford and Margaret (Porter) Davis.

Jay worked for Krause Plow for ten years and also at Borton Inc. for fifteen years retiring as a truck driver.  ...

Juanita Bacon

Juanita Bacon

Jan 25, 2025

Juanita Bacon, 95, died in Hutchinson, KS, on January 25, 2025. She was born to Charles and Mable (Templeton) Gallagher on September 11, 1929, in Parsons, KS.

Juanita married Robert C. Bacon in Los Angeles on March 11, 1952. He preceded her in death in 2006. Together, they raised their four children as the fourth generation on...

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