Obituaries

Jan 27, 2024

Jacob 'Jay' John Seyffer, 47, died January 27, 2024, at Ascension Via Christi St. Francis Hospital, Wichita, KS.  He was born June 17, 1976, in Golden Valley, MN, to Jacob John Seyffer, Jr. and Joyce Marlys (Herman) Seyffer.

Jay was a 1994 graduate of Clearwater High School, Clearwater, KS.  He earned a Bachelor's Degree in Accounting from...

Jan 26, 2024

Lenore Waters, 88, of Hutchinson, died January 26, 2024, at Legend of Hutchinson. She was born December 14, 1935, in Stafford, KS, to Gilbert and Rosa (Thole) Flandermeyer.

Lenore graduated from Stafford High School and attended McPherson and Hutchinson Community College. She worked at Gregory, Buhler, but her real passion was being a homemaker and mother. Lenore...

Jan 26, 2024

Lynn James Aldrich, 83, died January, 26, 2024, at Legend of Hutchinson. He was born August 23, 1940, in Hutchinson, to James George and Eva Pearl (Shannon) Aldrich.

Lynn graduated from Hutchinson High School. He earned his master's degree in education from Emporia State University. Lynn was a teacher for USD 308 for 38 years. Upon retirement,...

Jan 26, 2024

Victoria G. "Vici" Newton, 57, of Maize, died January 26, 2024, at Wesley Medical Center, Wichita. She was born June 19, 1966, in Hutchinson, to Victor G. and Caroline S. (Crane) Yingling.

Vici loved to craft, go shopping, collecting Christmas décor, and spending time with her family, but most of all, her four-legged son, Wally.

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Jan 25, 2024

Joyce Maxine Hoschouer, 86, of Nickerson, died January 25, 2024, at Sterling Village. She was born July 5, 1937, in Riverton, NE, to Raphael T. and Opal E. (Simmons) Benedict.

In addition to being a homemaker, Joyce worked as a nurse's aide, and at Western Foods, and as a foster parent. Being with family and cooking for...

Jan 24, 2024

Thomas Andrew "Tom" Robinson, 61, died January 24, 2024, at his home, in Hutchinson.  He was born September 3, 1962, in Kansas City, MO, to Paul Elbert and Betty I. (Ikenberry) Robinson.

Tom graduated from Hutchinson High School in 1981.  He worked as a floor technician at Hutchinson Community College.  Tom was an Eagle Scout, a member...

Jan 23, 2024

Always remembered for her beautiful smile and unwavering faith in God, Linda Lou Cille Murdock was known to family and friends for her love of interior design, arts and crafts, and summers at the family's ranch near Dubois, Wyoming.  She was quick-witted, thoughtful and kind, which made her a favorite not only with her employers and adult friends but...

Jan 21, 2024

Terry Allen Lanham, 72, died January 21, 2024, at his home in Hutchinson, surrounded by his wife and two daughters.  He was born November 10, 1951, in Hutchinson, to Earl Stanley and Bernice Ferne (Wells) Lanham.

Terry graduated from Hutchinson High School in 1969, and Vo-Tech school.  He worked as a printer for various companies in Hutchinson...

Jan 19, 2024

Silvia Ellen Stutzman, 87, of Inman, went to be with her Savior, Jesus Christ, on January 19, 2024, at Pleasantview Nursing Home, Inman. She was born January 24, 1936, in Kokomo, Indiana, to David  and Millie (Anderson) Hostetler.

On July 24, 1955, she married Levi Perry Stutzman, in Kokomo, Indiana. They shared 68 years of marriage together....

Jan 18, 2024

Matthew Hindle Pope, age 61, of Hutchinson, KS, entered the presence of Jesus on January 18th, 2024 in Hutchinson, Kansas. He was a beloved husband, Dad, and Papa. His legacy of love, hospitality and joy touched countless lives.

Matt was born in Kansas City, Kansas, on September 17, 1962 to Russell and Golda Pope. They moved to...

Jan 17, 2024

Esta Elizabeth Martin, 74, died January 17, 2024, at her home.  She was born December 23, 1949, in McCook, NE, to Joseph Harry Price and Mary Ann (Matson) Price.

Esta was a homemaker and enjoyed cooking, especially for others, watching cooking shows, soap operas, game shows, and the 700 Club on television.  There was always a crossword...

Jan 17, 2024

Maria Eulalia "Lola" Bignell, 91, of Hutchinson, died January 17, 2024, at Mennonite Friendship Communities, South Hutchinson.  She was born October 10, 1932 in Laramie, Wyoming to Juan and Francisca (Frausto) Esparza.

Lola sold medical supplies in Boise, ID prior to retirement. She and her husband, John, moved to Hutchinson 12 years ago, to be closer to...

Jan 17, 2024

Phillip Alan Hopkins, 74, died January 17, 2024, at Diversicare of Hutchinson. He was born April 16, 1949, in Hutchinson, to Clarence W. and Bertha Floy (Breeden) Hopkins.

Phillip graduated from Buhler High School. He joined the United Sates Army shortly after high school. For several years, he worked as a truck driver for Western Supply Company....

Jan 17, 2024

It is with great sadness that the family of Vernon J. Kimsey, 100, announces his passing to be with his Lord and Savior on January 17, 2024. The freshwater fish and cribbage players in heaven stand no chance.

V. J was born in Arkansas City on October 18, 1923, to Albert Edwin and Pearl Isma (Rodman) Kimsey....

Jan 16, 2024

Kenneth Dean Gellinger, 88, passed away January 16, 2024, at Pinnacle Park, Salina, KS. He was born September 2, 1935, in Marysville, KS, to Charles Gellinger and Artelia (Sue) Zentz-Gellinger.

Kenneth was a 1954 graduate of Marysville High School, Marysville, KS. He served in the U.S. Navy for four years. On Oct. 16, 1959, he married Carol...

Jan 15, 2024

Darrell Lee Schremmer, 72, passed away unexpectedly on January 15, 2024.  He was born July 13, 1951, in Great Bend, KS, to Joseph John and Teresa Rosalia (Steiner) Schremmer.

Darrell graduated from Great Bend High School in 1969.  He then went to Fort Hays State University where he was a member of the Sigma Chi Fraternity and...

Jan 13, 2024

Karen Sue Stauffacher, 77, died January 13, 2024, at Good Samaritan Society-Hutchinson Village.  She was born May 26, 1946, in Emporia, to Ascel B. and Inez A. (Wilkey) Shultz.

Karen graduated from Gridley High School, Gridley, KS, and Stormont Vail Nursing School, Topeka. She worked as a LPN for Dr. Robert Coleman.  Karen enjoyed playing softball, gardening,...

Jan 13, 2024

Alma Scobee, 90, of Hutchinson, died January 13, 2024, at Pleasant Hills Homes Plus, Hutchinson. She was born September 30, 1933, in Heilbronn, Germany, to Friedrich and Emma (Birkel) Hofman.

In Germany Alma completed trade school and became an architect apprentice. In America she worked as a bookkeeper. Alma was a member of St Paul's Lutheran Church,...

Jan 12, 2024

It is with a profound sense of loss that we share the news of Joyce Marie Yutzy's passing. She left us peacefully in the early hours of Friday, January 12, 2024, at 12:45 a.m. in her home. Joyce's life was a beacon of faith and love, and while we grieve our loss, we also find comfort in the hope...

Jan 12, 2024

Gene Austin Buie, 82, of Hutchinson, died January 12, 2024 at his home. He was born April 16, 1941, in Sweet Springs, MO., to John H. and Hazel N. (Krause) Buie.

Gene graduated from Olathe High School in 1959 and was a retired laborer at the Delco Battery plant in Olathe. Gene was very involved with youth...