Obituaries

Apr 16, 2024

Carmen Ramirez DeAquino, 61, died April 16, 2024 at his residence in Hutchinson. He was born July 16, 1962, in Iliatenco, Mexico, to Tomas Calixto and Fabiana (Quirino) Ramirez.

Carmen was a cook at Mi Tierra Restaurant and Cantina and Olive Garden.

Carmen, or better known as by many as Carmelo, was a hard- worker,...

Apr 14, 2024

Roger Proffitt, 69, of Haven, passed away Sunday, April 14, 2024, surrounded by his family at Hutchinson Regional Medical Center. He was born October 4, 1954, in Wichita, to Ralph and Rocena (Barb) Proffitt.

Roger graduated from Lennox High School in Inglewood, CA, and attended San Jose State University. He moved to Kansas in 1981, worked in...

Apr 14, 2024

Robert "Bob" (that's Bob with a "B") Davis, 47, passed away at Wesley Medical Center, Wichita, KS on April 14, 2024. He was born May 10, 1976, in Athens, TX to Gerry Don Davis and Pamela (Martin) DeLoach. Robert graduated from Brownsboro High School in June 1994. He enlisted in the United States Navy on September 12, 1994, and...

Apr 11, 2024

Jamie Sue Borders, 67, died April 11, 2024, at her home.  She was born October 25, 1956, in Enid, OK, to James Sawyer Hightower and Mary Elizabeth (Hopkins) Hightower.

Jamie was a 1975 graduate of Hutchinson High School.  Her biggest joy was spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren. Jamie enjoyed spending time outdoors and traveling....

Apr 11, 2024

Mary Edna Yoder, 93, died April 11, 2024, at her home.  She was born August 17, 1930, in LaGrange, IN, to Albert M. Yoder and Saloma (Troyer) Yoder.

Mary was a homemaker.  She was a member of Cedar Crest Amish Mennonite Church, Partridge, KS.

On January 20, 1955, Mary married Fred H. Yoder, in Hutchinson,...

Apr 11, 2024

Born the 14th of 17 children on January 26th 1928, and bestowed the honor of the name Bert Chaney Jr; whether his family had simply run out of names or because they knew he was destined for greatness is unknown but he lived up to the latter. He was born to Bert and Eva Katherine (Richarz) Chaney on the...

Apr 8, 2024

Mary Jane Brunk, 95, of South Hutchinson, died April 8, 2024, at Mennonite Friendship Communities, South Hutchinson. She was born July 6, 1928, in Pratt, KS, to Owen and Ida (Haney) Hurt.

Mary Jane graduated from Inman High School in 1946. For over 60 years, she enjoyed making and selling ceramic sculptures. Mary Jane taught others how...

Apr 8, 2024

Jill Renee (Kauffman) Alpers, 54, of Wichita, transitioned from her earthly home to her heavenly home Monday, April 8, 2024, with her family by her side.  She was born March 15, 1970, in Hutchinson, to Willis Leon and Thelma Faye (Yutzy) Kauffman.

Jill graduated from Kingman High School in 1988, Hesston College in 1990, and Kansas State...

Apr 7, 2024

Erma Lee Rucker, 87, died April 7, 2024, at Hutchinson Regional Medical Center. Erma passed away peacefully surrounded by family. She was born October 31, 1936, in Trousdale, Kansas, to Gilbert and Zelma (DeHaven) O'Neal.

Erma graduated from Hutchinson High School in 1954. She worked as an administrative assistant for a printing company. Erma was a member...

Apr 6, 2024

Linda Ruth Neher, 60, died April 6, 2024, at Sparkling Fountain Homes Senior Care Facility, Overland Park. She was born as Alice Marie Gulling to Gerald Raymond Sr. and Darlene (Hemminger) Gulling on November 15, 1963, in Des Moines, IA. She was adopted by Eldon LaVern and Joanna Marie (Hooge) Boese on April 6, 1965.

Linda earned...

Apr 6, 2024

Fannie Mae Bontrager, 86, of Hutchinson, went home to be with the Lord April 6, 2024, at Pleasant View Home in Inman, KS. She was born October 8, 1937 in Hutchinson, KS to Dick A. and Lizzie (Yutzy) Kaufman.

Fannie Mae grew up on the family farm where she actively helped her parents in all the aspects...

Apr 4, 2024

Bessie Ruth Huxman, 92, of Pretty Prairie, passed away April 4, 2024, at Prairie Sunset Home. She was born June 7, 1931, in Pretty Prairie, to Tobias and Fannie (Graber) Schrag.

Bessie graduated from Pretty Prairie High School in 1949 and was senior class president. She was a homemaker as well as a dairy farmer's wife. Bessie...

Apr 4, 2024

Bobby Joe Burnett, 90, died April 4, 2024, at Hospice House, Hutchinson, KS.  He was born January 10, 1934, in Powell, MO, to Vernon Clell Burnett, Sr. and Audie (Smith) Burnett.

Bobby served in the United States Army as a military policeman from 1956 to 1958.  He was employed as a welder by Farmland Industries Steel Products...

Apr 2, 2024

Larry Neal Sparks, 73, died after a courageous battle with advanced Lewy Body Dementia and health complications at Waldron Place Senior Living in Hutchinson, Kansas. He was born December 16, 1950, in Standardville, Utah to Andrew and Jackie (Jensen) Sparks.

Larry graduated from Granger High School in Granger, Iowa in 1968 and attended Morningside University in Sioux...

Apr 1, 2024

Joyce Darlene Hartman, 86, of rural Nickerson, died April 1, 2024, at her home. She was born April 26, 1937, in Hutchinson, to Darlton and Pauline (Cook) Herren.

Joyce went to school at Salt Creek School and then to Nickerson High School, graduating in 1955. She married her high school sweetheart, Miles Hartman, on November 24, 1955....

Apr 1, 2024

Mark Blakeslee, 69, died in his home on Monday April 1st, 2024 after a valiant fight with cancer.

Born John Marcus Blakeslee on Sunday June 13th, 1954 in the town of Rawlins Wyoming. His childhood was spent playing with his best friend Bruce Hootman. He graduated from Rawlins High School in 1972, forever proud of being an...

Mar 31, 2024

Stacey Larry Haines, a joyful soul whose journey on this earth spanned 65 years, left a mark on the hearts of those he touched before his passing on March 31, 2024. Born on December 1, 1958, in Mesa, AZ, he was the cherished son of Larry Robert Haines and Laverta (Bontrager) Moody.

With a profound passion for...

Mar 31, 2024

Rickie D. Redeker, 74, died March 31, 2024, at his residence in Hutchinson, KS. He was born October 11, 1949, in Red Cloud, NE, to Arnulf C. and Mabel E. (Rickard) Redeker.

Rickie graduated from Red Cloud High School in 1968, and attended Hastings College, Hastings, NE. He served in the United States Navy and the United...

Mar 30, 2024

Ardith May, 79, of South Hutchinson, died March 30, 2024, at Hutchinson Regional Medical Center. She was born August 30, 1944, in Hutchinson, to Bernard and Arlie (Taylor) Hiebert.

Ardith graduated from Nickerson High School in 1962 and attended Hutchinson Community College

She spent many years living in Grand Island, Nebraska, with her husband, Wayne....

Mar 30, 2024

Linda Kay Walden, 76, died March 30, 2024, at Hutchinson Health and Rehab.  She was born January 10, 1948, in Hutchinson, KS, to Albert Ollie Harper and Imogene (Gaddy) Harper.

Linda was a homemaker.  On September 15, 1968, she married Albert Leon Walden, in Hutchinson, KS.  They shared over 55 years of marriage.

Linda is...