Obituaries

Dec 15, 2024

Bobby Dean "Bob" Murrell, 89, died December 15, 2024, at Hester Care Center, Hutchinson.  He was born March 9, 1935, in Cushing, OK, to Hurchel and Mable (Sheridan) Murrell.

Bob graduated from Cushing High School, in 1953.  He served in the United States Army from 1954 to 1956.  Bob worked in the fractionation industry with natural gas...

Dec 14, 2024

Caitlyn M. Simmons, 28, died December 14, 2024, at Ascension Via Christi St. Francis, Wichita. She was born March 24, 1996, in Pottstown, PA, to Donald "Greg" and Tracy (Jones) Simmons.

Caitlyn was very family oriented and enjoyed spending time with her two daughters and future husband. She was a wondering soul with a free spirit. Caitlyn...

Dec 14, 2024

Liza Kay Walden, 47, died Saturday, December 14, 2024, peacefully at her home in Hutchinson. She was born April 4, 1977, in Hutchinson, to Donald Ray and Mary Lou (Pettay) Walden.

One of Liza's greatest joys in life was music. She loved to sing along to her favorite singers such as, the Backstreet Boys, Britney Spears, and...

Dec 13, 2024

David A. Scott, 57, of Oklahoma City, died December 13, 2024.  He was born August 26, 1967, in Great Bend, KS, to Harry L. and Lois J. (Clifford) Scott.

David attend schools in Great Bend and Weatherford, OK.  He was a long-haul trucker.  David loved family gatherings, playing games, Christmas and animals especially cats.  He was a...

Dec 13, 2024

Jean A. Fraizer, 95, of Hutchinson, died peacefully December 13, 2024, at Hospice House, in Hutchinson. She was born April 20, 1929, in Pratt, Kansas, the daughter of William and Maude (Sloan) Jacob.

Jean graduated from Pratt High School in 1947 and attended Kansas State University. She was a loving and devoted member of Church of the...

Dec 12, 2024

Norma Ann "Annie" Chesnut, 70, of Haven, went to sleep December 12, 2024, at Hospice House, Hutchinson.  She was born July 22, 1954, in Beatrice, NE, to Henry R. and Loretta F. (Agena) Kress.

Ann attended Sterling High School, Sterling, NE.  She enjoyed being a "domestic engineer", but her favorite title was mother.

On July...

Dec 12, 2024

Linda Karen North, 76, formerly of Hays, died December 12, 2024, surrounded by her family at Hospice House, Hutchinson. She was born January 10, 1948, to Dr. Ward Leon and Edna Mabel (Beard) Sims.

Linda graduated from University High School, Lincoln, NE, in 1966 and attended Barton County Community College. She held a variety of jobs throughout...

Dec 11, 2024

Arthur Floyd "Art" Henry, Jr., 94, died December 11, 2024, at Legend of Hutchinson. He was born May 27, 1930, in Sterling, to Arthur Floyd and Helen (Northey) Henry.

Known as "Chick" to his family and close friends, Art graduated from Sterling High School.  He received his bachelor's degree from Sterling College and master's degree from Emporia...

Dec 11, 2024

William R. 'Bill' Bower, 90, of Hutchinson, died peacefully on December 11, 2024, at his home. He was born November 12, 1934, in Toledo, Oregon, the son of Harold and Hazel (Powell) Bower.

Bill joined the United States Navy immediately following high school. On September 4, 1954, he married his sweetheart, Wilma Avery, in Hutchinson, KS, while...

Dec 11, 2024

Arthur P. "Art" Strube, 79, formerly of Claflin died December 11, 2024, at Good Samaritan Society – Hutchinson Village. He was born December 14, 1944, in Great Bend, to Benjamin T. and Thelma E. (Jacobs) Strube.

Art graduated from Claflin High School in 1962. After high school he served in the Army for three years, and was...

Dec 11, 2024

Linda Louise (Holt) McCullum, 82, of Hutchinson, went home to her Lord and Savior, on December 11, 2024. She was born August 10, 1942, in Pittsburg, KS, to Farrell and Mildred (Ozbun) Holt.

The Holts made Great Bend their home for most of Linda's school years and she graduated from Great Bend High School in 1960. Linda...

Dec 10, 2024

Scott Cameron Kelly, 64, died December 10, 2024, at his residence in Hutchinson. He was born March 2, 1960, in Hutchinson, to Robert Lewis and Dolores Evelyn (Kruse) Kelly.

Scott graduated from Hutchinson High School. He worked for Buhler High School for over 15 years.

His favorite hobbies were watching sports, bowling, keeping score at...

Dec 8, 2024

Mary L. McCarthy, 74, died December 8, 2024, at her home in Hutchinson. She was born November 13, 1950, in Columbus, Indiana, to Thaddeus and Mary (Calvert) Darosett.

Mary worked at The Hutchinson News for many years. She also worked with Graber Elementary School along with the Rural Messenger. Mary was passionate about camping and enjoyed frequenting...

Dec 8, 2024

Jules Allen Chambers, 62, of Hutchinson, died December 8, 2024, at his home. He was born May 13, 1962, in Pittsburg, KS, the son of William H. and Verla Darlene (Crank) Chambers.

Allen graduated from Buhler High School and attended trade schools to prepare him for his career. Allen served in the United States Navy from 1979-1982....

Dec 8, 2024

Adam Michael Dick, 40, died December 8, 2024, surrounded by his family, at Hospice House, Hutchinson.  He was born March 12, 1984, in Hutchinson, to Gregory Mark and T. Marie (Werth) Dick.

Adam graduated from Nickerson High School in 2002.  He most recently worked for City Beverage.  Adam was known for his orneriness and quick wit.  He...

Dec 6, 2024

Wanda Lorene Rose, 91, died December 6, 2024, after a short stay, at Mennonite Friendship Communities, South Hutchinson. She was born February 3, 1933, in Pocahontas, AR, to Oliver and Mattie Lorene (Gaines) Kerfoot, Sr.

Wanda graduated from Pocahontas High School in 1951, and attended business college.  She enjoyed cooking, traveling, gardening, camping, fishing, puzzles, and playing...

Dec 5, 2024

Robert J. "Bob" Hendricks, 92, of Hutchinson, died December 5, 2024, at Hester Care Center, Hutchinson. He was born May 25, 1932, in Lenora, to Oscar L. and Vesta O. (Sorrels) Hendricks.

Bob graduated from Minneapolis High School in 1950. He served in the United States Navy, as a Machinist's Mate, for three years. Bob worked as...

Dec 5, 2024

Jerry Ancil Gates, 79, of South Hutchinson, died December 5, 2024, at Hospice House, Hutchinson. He was born May 9, 1945, in Beloit, KS, the son of Ancil and Fern Eloise (Broadbent) Gates.

Jerry acquired the love of tinkering with cars during his early years, he would rebuild and resell vehicles with his father. He worked at...

Dec 4, 2024

Robert W. Hill, 80, died December 4, 2024, at Mennonite Friendship Communities, South Hutchinson. He was born December 2, 1944, in Hutchinson, to Harry H. and Margaret L. (Miller) Hill.

Robert graduated from Partridge High School in 1962 and Wichita State University in 1967. He was a lifelong farmer and spent most of his time working in...

Dec 4, 2024

Michael Darryl "Mike" McDonald, 81, of Hutchinson, died December 4, 2024, at Hospice House. He was born August 2, 1943, in Durham, North Carolina, to Michael David and Margaret Helen (Ayscue) McDonald.

Mike graduated from Franklinton (NC) High School in 1961, Butler Community College in 1981, and received his bachelor's degree from University of Albany (NY) in...