Obituaries

Sep 9, 2024

Jack Clothier, 81, of Hutchinson, passed away Monday, September 9, 2024, at his home with his wife, Francine, by his side. He was born January 18, 1943, in Plevna, to Homer and Freida (Palmer) Clothier.

Jack graduated from Fairfield North High School in 1961. He was a missile site inspector for the U.S. Army from 1966-1968, stationed...

Sep 8, 2024

James Robert "Jim" Lowen, 71, died unexpectedly September 8, 2024, at his home.  He was born May 18, 1953, in Hutchinson, to Woodrow Walter and Helen Louise (England) Lowen.

Jim graduated from Hutchinson High School in 1971.  He took classes in financial services and worked in management for various insurance companies.  In addition, he owned "Jim Lowen...

Sep 8, 2024

Rachel Caudillo, 91, died September 8, 2024, at Mennonite Friendship Communities, in South Hutchinson. She was born December 19, 1932, in Galva, to Juan and Tranquilina (Marquez) Razo.

Rachel was a homemaker and dedicated fully to her family. In her spare time, she enjoyed watching the Dallas Cowboys play, doing puzzles, reading, gardening, and cooking.

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Sep 7, 2024

Stella J. "Joey" Smith, 39, died September 7, 2024, in South Hutchinson. She was born August 24, 1985, in Pratt, to Paul T. "Tom" and Judith A. (Pearce) Smith.

Joey graduated from Nickerson High School in 2004. She worked as a Lead Teacher at Hadley Day Care Center, taking care of children was her passion and treated...

Sep 7, 2024

Elizabeth Louise (Betsey) Downing died peacefully at Hospice House in Hutchinson, KS, on Saturday, September 7, 2024.  Her husband Dan and stepdaughter, Abby Epp, were at her side and holding her hands as she took her final breath after a brief, but valiant struggle with ALS.

Betsey was the most caring and lovingly kind person ever to...

Sep 6, 2024

Michael R. Gulley, 64, of Hutchinson died September 6, 2024, at Disability Supports of the Great Plains. He was born August 6, 1960, in Ponca City, Oklahoma to Leroy Gulley and Dixie Lee Key.

Michael is survived by: twin sister, Michele Gulley of Wichita, KS; sisters, Barbara Schneider-Orf of McLoud, OK, Debbie Armor of Tulsa, OK; brothers,...

Sep 5, 2024

Leanna Louise Baker, 92, of Hutchinson, passed away September 5, 2024 at Wesley Towers, Hutchinson. She was born March 20 1932, in Little River, KS to Levin Nathaniel Swenson and Myrtle Christine (Clay) Swenson.

Leanna worked at the Dillon's bakery at 14th and Main and Northgate. She loved gospel, country, and bluegrass music, and performed in the...

Sep 3, 2024

Aaron Lee Eggers, 82, died September 3, 2024, at Good Samaritan in Hutchinson. He was born September 29, 1941, in Garden City, to Theodore Obodore and Della Gertrude (Herter) Eggers.

Aaron graduated from Salt City Business College, Hutchinson. He worked as an accountant/office manager for the now defunct, Betts Bakery from the late 60's to the early...

Sep 2, 2024

Margaret Jean Watkins, 88, died September 2, 2024, at Hospice House, Hutchinson.  She was born May 23, 1936, in rural Nodaway County, MO, to James Elden and Margaret Elaine (Damon) Huls.

Known as Jean to all her family and friends, she graduated from Clearmont High School, Clearmont, MO, Missouri Western State University, St. Joseph, MO, and received...

Sep 2, 2024

Myrle D. Hoffman, 74, of Hutchinson, died September 2, 2024, at his home. He was born in San Diego, CA on December 20, 1949, to Richard and Muriel "Bertie" (Eikleberry) Hoffman.

Myrle attended Buhler High School and joined the United States Marine Corps in 1969 and proudly served his country for many years. In his free time,...

Sep 1, 2024

Rose Marie Hoefer, 86, of Hutchinson, went home to be with her Lord and Savior peacefully on Sunday, September 1, 2024, at Good Samaritan Society – Hutchinson Village. She was born March 13, 1938, in Hoxie, to Ira John and Lottie Mae (Davis) Hatten.

On August 20, 1955, Rose married Carroll Donald Hoefer at First Baptist Church,...

Sep 1, 2024

Jacqueline Faye "Jackie" Ensz, 68, of Mount Hope, died September 1, 2024, in Wichita. She was born February 25, 1956, in Lake Charles, L, to Ernest "Ernie" and Alma Reisinger.

Jackie graduated from Manheim High School (PA) in 1974. She worked in childcare at Friendship Daycare. Jackie enjoyed arts and crafts, painting rocks, cross-stitching and planting flowers...

Aug 29, 2024

Jerome Sheldon "Jerry" Spitzer, M.D., 91, of Hutchinson, died August 29, 2024, at Hospice House. He was born March 13, 1933, in Chicago, IL, to George and Malvina (Weiss) Spitzer.

Jerry graduated from Benson High School in Omaha, NE, and the University of Nebraska College of Medicine in 1959. He served as a captain in the United...

Aug 29, 2024

Johnnie Steven (Steve) Gregg passed away peacefully at Hospice House in Hutchinson, KS on August 29, 2024.

Steve is survived by his wife, Gail; daughters Gina Picart of Tulsa, OK, Robin Roberson (Brian) of Germantown, MD, and Rhonda Horton (Craig) of Blue Springs, MS; brothers, Curtis Gregg (Judy) and Terry Gregg (Sandy). Steve was also influential in...

Aug 28, 2024

Kris D. Baymiller was born to D. Kurt and Carol J. Baymiller on November 9, 1958, and died August 28, 2024. He is preceded in death by his father, Kurt, and his twin brother, Kyle. He is survived by his mother, Carol Schecher, Rapid City, SD; wife, Deborah of the home; brothers, Doug, Hudson, SD, Jon (Peggy), Lenior City,...

Aug 26, 2024

Gary L. McClellan, 86, died August 26, 2024, at Kingman Community Hospital.  He was born November 23, 1937, in Wellington, to Orman "Mac" and Dorothy (Argo) McClellan.

A longtime resident of Hutchinson, Gary worked more than 20 years for Farmland Indiana Steel Products Plant and 13 years as a groundskeeper at Hutchinson Community College. He was in...

Aug 25, 2024

Viola "Vi" Clara Kohlmeier, 95, died August 25, 2024, at Good Samaritan Society- Hutchinson Village.  She was born June 8, 1929, to Arthur and Clara (Damman) Dittmer in rural Palmer, KS.

She graduated from 8th grade, but did go on to earn her GED.  Vi was a school cook for many years at Linn and Kinsley schools...

Aug 24, 2024

April L. Searfoss, 70, of Hutchinson, died August 24, 2024, at Hospice House, Hutchinson. She was born April 5, 1954, in Orange, California, to Richard and Vivian (Etheridge) Searfoss.

April graduated in 1972 from Bolsa Grande High School, then spent four years in the United States Air Force. She worked as a legal secretary for the Reno...

Aug 20, 2024

Philip W. Young, 84, of Hutchinson, died August 20, 2024, at Hutchinson Regional Medical Center. He was born January 5, 1940, in Hutchinson, to Estel and Melba (Warren) Young.

Philip graduated from Hutchinson High School in 1958, and graduated in 1962 from the University of Kansas with a bachelor's degree in business. He spent many years working...

Aug 20, 2024

Jeanette Hallman, 92, died August 20, 2024, at Legend Senior Living, Hutchinson.  She was one of nine children born to Clarence and Selma (Cook) Pohlman on August 19, 1932, in Ellinwood.

Jeanette grew up on a dairy farm in Barton County, graduating from Ellinwood High School in 1950, and later, Adela Hale Business College, Hutchinson.  She worked...