Obituaries

Mar 21, 2025

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Traci Ann (Strayer) Martin on March 21, 2025. Born on April 22, 1963, Traci lived a life full of love, determination, and creativity.

Traci is survived by her loving parents, John and Effie Strayer; her brother, Jason Strayer; her children, Cristi and Travis Martin; her cherished grandchildren, Kieran, Damion,...

Mar 21, 2025

Sharon Lee Johnson, 61, died March 21, 2025, at her home in Hutchinson. She was born December 26, 1963, in Hutchinson, Kansas, to Gerald C. and Shirley Ann (Gordon) Riemann.

Sharon graduated from Hutchinson High School in 1982 and then went on to attend Hutchinson Community College. She worked as a home health aide in Hutchinson.

Mar 21, 2025

Merlyn C. "Gus" Noble, 87, passed away March 21, 2025, in Buhler. .

He was a retired welder for Borton, Inc. Merlyn enjoyed hunting, fishing, carpentry and attending auctions. He also found a lot of joy in spending time with his granddaughter and her family including attending his great-grandson's activities.

Merlyn is survived by: a...

Mar 20, 2025

Cameron Paul Epp, 6, of Turon, passed into the arms of Jesus, on March 20, 2025.  He was born February 16, 2019, in Pratt, to Brian Leon and Cayla Arlene (Cranmer) Epp.

Cameron was a curious and energetic kindergartener at Fairfield Elementary School. He enjoyed playing Roblox and video games, singing, and dancing.  Cameron had a soft...

Mar 18, 2025

Clinton Bernard Brewer, 76, died March 18, 2025, at Hospice House, Hutchinson. He was born October 13, 1948, in Hutchinson, to Jack and Frances (Bergen) Brewer.

Clinton was a dedicated craftsman whose varied careers spanned multiple fields. He worked as a surveyor for the Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks, a builder, and later retired from Hutchinson...

Mar 18, 2025

Robert C. "Bob" Ging, 90, retired home builder and businessman, passed away March 18, 2025, in Santa Fe, New Mexico.

A gathering to honor Bob will be held from 4-7 p.m. on Saturday, April 12, 2025, at the Sand Tree Restaurant, 14 N. Main St., Hutchinson.

In lieu of flowers, memorial gifts are suggested to...

Mar 18, 2025

Robert W. "Bob" Jellison, 93, died March 18, 2025 at Pittsburg Health and Rehabilitation Center, Pittsburg. He was born on September 19, 1931, in Glendale, KS, to Guy William and Josephine Amelia (Radke) Jellison.

Bob graduated from Garnett High School in 1949. He worked at a Gas Pipeline Serviceman for Williams Pipeline. Bob was an avid hunter...

Mar 18, 2025

Ruby L. "Mimi" Chronister, 86, of Hutchinson, died on March 18, 2025, surrounded by her family. She was born June 5, 1938, in Hoxie, Kansas, to Rueben and Alice (Lewis) Stapleton.

On July 2, 1955, she married William D. Chronister in Hutchinson. They shared nearly 51 beautiful years together before his death on April 25, 2007.

Mar 17, 2025

Joseph L. "Joe" Kelly, 52, of Hutchinson, unexpectedly died on March 17, 2025. He was born February 6, 1973, in Hutchinson, to Julie Chappel.

Joe was a vivacious man, full of life and love, who was always eager to embrace life's adventures. He loved to be in the great outdoors. Joe took pleasure in working outside and...

Mar 16, 2025

Victor W. Cross, 81, in the presence of the Lord and family, passed away on March 16, 2025, at Hutchinson Regional Medical Center. He was born on December 28, 1943, in Wichita, Kansas, to Richard and Lucy Cross.

Victor graduated from Hutchinson High School and soon after enlisted in the U.S. Army, serving his country faithfully, with...

Mar 16, 2025

DeMaris R. Bucko, 92, of Hutchinson, died March 16, 2025, at her home. She was born November 10, 1932, in Pittsburgh, PA, to David and Ruth (Glass-Maiden) Shimp.

On July 4, 1952, she married Steve Bucko in Pittsburgh, PA. They shared nearly 63 of marriage before his death on August 9, 2015.

DeMaris happily worked...

Mar 15, 2025

Ronald (Ron) L. Smith, 89, died March 15, 2025, at Hospice House, Hutchinson. He was born January 23, 1936, in Hutchinson, to Reed Q. and Ida Maye (Coberly) Smith.

Ron attended Hutchinson High School. On July 16, 1954, he followed his dream and joined the Hutchinson Fire Department. After 42 years of dedicated service to his community,...

Mar 15, 2025

Francis 'Sonny' William Severin, 86, died March 15, 2025, at Reflection Living, Hutchinson. He was born September 14, 1938, in Huntington Park, California, to Frank J. and Orlean (Norris) Severin.

Francis graduated Hutchinson High School in 1956, then attended Hutchinson Community College, earning his associates degree. He worked as a lab technician for Morton Salt, Hutchinson for...

Mar 15, 2025

Johnny Joe "John" Pollock, 50, of Inman, died Friday, March 14, 2025, at Hospice House, Hutchinson, with his family by his side. He was born April 24, 1974, in Hutchinson, to Homer Wayne "Skip" and Mary Jo (Watkins) Pollock.

John graduated from Hutchinson High School in 1992, and received his bachelor's degree from KU in 1996.  He...

Mar 13, 2025

Heather Ann Ford passed away peacefully in her sleep on March 13, 2025, in Wichita, Kansas.

Born on August 28, 1966, Heather grew up in Cheney Kansas and spent most of her adult life in the Wichita area.  She was a one of a kind. Uniquely her own.

She is survived by her son, Bryce...

Mar 13, 2025

On March 13, 2025, Carole Ann Shultz (Brown), of Hutchinson, "a child of the dirty thirties", joined hands with Delbert and went home to the Lord.

Born May 16, 1935, at Grace Hospital, Hutchinson, to Leo William and Lillian Gladys (Gookins) Brown. The family moved from Grinnell, KS to Hutchinson in 1940. Carole attended Mitchell (District #2)...

Mar 11, 2025

Bobbi Jo Fesler, 64, of Buhler, died March 11, 2025, at Hospice House, Hutchinson. She was born December 14, 1960, in Hutchinson, to Al "Sonny" and Zelma E. (Dovel) Zarnowski.

Bobbi graduated from Buhler High School, Cranford College, and Sidney's Hairdressing College. She was a beautician for a number of years before going to work as an...

Mar 9, 2025

Margaret R. "Peggy" Merklin, 80, of Hutchinson, died March 9, 2025, at Hutchinson Regional Medical Center. She was born November 2, 1944, in Hugo, Colorado, to Archie and Isabell (Sutliff) Shouse.

Peggy graduated Burlington High School in Colorado and obtained her associates degree from Seward County Community College. For many years, she worked as a teller at...

Mar 9, 2025

Binnie Ruth "Binky" Kendrick, 64, died March 9, 2025, at Salina Regional Medical Center. She was born March 6, 1961, in Garden City, to James Benjamin and Margie Ruth (Smith) Chaffin.

Binky graduated from Nickerson High School in 1979 and Hutchinson Community College with an associate's degree in early childhood education. Prior to working in early childhood...

Mar 8, 2025

Jerry Dean Josephson, 77, died March 8, 2025, at his home.  He was born September 3, 1947, in Hutchinson, to Jack Leon and Norma Jean (Tice) Josephson.

Jerry graduated from Nickerson High School in 1965.  Three months after graduating high school, he was drafted into the United States Army, serving in Vietnam.  After returning from Vietnam, Jerry...