Obituaries

Jul 26, 2023

"Have I got a deal for you?"  Nothing made Robert Lee "Bob" Horyna, 78, happier than making a good deal, unless it included helping out friends and family. If you needed something, Bob Horyna was there to help.

Bob died July 26, 2023, at his home. He was born November 24, 1944, in Caldwell, KS, to Ben...

Jul 25, 2023

In the early morning of July 25, 2023, Lanette Richey, 61, went home to be with the Lord. She was born October 11, 1961, in Long Beach, CA, to William T. "Tom" and Cecilia Arlene (Mendenhall) Richey Sr.

Lanette spent most of her life in Hutchinson. She worked at R.L. Polk for almost 20 years.

...

Jul 25, 2023

Richard Joseph Webb III, 73, of Walker, KS, died, Tuesday, July 25, 2023, at his home. He was born December 22, 1949, in Hutchinson, KS to Richard Joseph and Mary Helen (Urban) Webb, Jr. His life partner was Louise Virginia Sheets. They were together for over 20 years until her passing on May 14, 2014.

He was...

Jul 22, 2023

Karen L. Thompson, 73, died July 22, 2023, at Mennonite Friendship Communities, South Hutchinson, KS. She was born February 28, 1950, in Great Bend, KS, to Russell Lee and Arline Lucille (Byers) Thompson.

Karen was a 1968 graduate of Great Bend High School.  She attended Salt City Business College and Hutchinson Community College, formerly Hutchinson Community Junior...

Jul 21, 2023

Mauri A. Zumalt, 31, of Nickerson, died July 21, 2023, at her home in Nickerson. She was born March 3, 1992, in Wichita, to Keith and Betty (Beeney) Zumalt.

Mauri graduated from Pleasantview Academy, Hutchinson, and Hutchinson Community College with an associates' degree. She had a wide array of interests.  She studied biochemical engineering at K-State University,...

Jul 21, 2023

Robert Lester "Bob" Burns, 78, died July 21, 2023, surrounded by family, at his home in  Wichita. He was born July 12, 1945, in Wichita, to John Raymond Horney and Bertha Naomi (Cavanee) Burns.

Bob graduated from Wichita East High School and received his bachelor's degree from Wichita State University.  He worked in law enforcement most of...

Jul 20, 2023

Ralph Harvey Geist, 84, died July 20, 2023, at Reflection Living Senior Living Home, Hutchinson, KS.  He was born July 25, 1938, in Hutchinson, KS, to Everett Harvey and Emma Alveretta (Thompson) Geist.

Ralph was a 1956 graduate of Plevna High School, Plevna, KS.  Early in his life, he worked at Cessna, operated a gas station in...

Jul 20, 2023

Kyle Frank Hulet, 72, died July 20, 2023, at his home in Hutchinson.  He was born August 23, 1950, in Hutchinson, to Frank Alexander and Virginia Frances (Hartmann) Hulet.

Kyle was a life-long resident of Hutchinson. He had a heart of gold and a strong work ethic.  Kyle worked in the office for various businesses, include his...

Jul 19, 2023

Lawrence Duncan "Larry" DeCou, 83, died July 19, 2023, at his home in Hutchinson.  He was born July 15, 1940, in Lindsborg, to Donald Frank and Marguerite (Meyer) DeCou.

Larry graduated from Manhattan High School in 1958 and Kansas State University in 1962. For 13 years, he taught woodworking at Central Junior High School before embarking on...

Jul 19, 2023

Bonnie M. Johnson, 93, died July 19, 2023, at Hospice House, Hutchinson. She was born October 19, 1929, on Patterson Ranch, near Maitland, MO, to Rollie and Colene Margaret (Butzer) Landess.

On December 22, 1950, she married Daryl H. Johnson Sr., in Maitland. They had four children together, Daryl H. Johnson Jr., infant daughter (died at birth),...

Jul 18, 2023

Robert Wayne "Bob" Williams, 71, of Hutchinson, died July 18, 2023, at Hospice House. He was born February 11, 1952, in St. Joseph, MO, to Howard and Charlyne (Kerns) Williams.

Bob attended schools in St. Joseph, Buhler High School, and Hutchinson Community College. He was a lumber broker for many years for Sitco Lumber, specializing in exotic...

Jul 18, 2023

Bill Dean Collins, 94, died July 18, 2023, at Hutchinson Regional Medical Center.  He was born April 3, 1929, on a farm near Chetopa, KS, in Cherokee County, to Charles Cameron and Ora Crystal (Mordica) Collins.

Bill graduated from Columbus High School, Columbus, KS in 1947, and Kansas State University in 1951. He earned his master's degree,...

Jul 18, 2023

Albert 'Al' Wayne Oller, 86, of Holyrood, died July 18, 2023, at Hutchinson Regional Medical Center. He was born October 2, 1936, in rural Pratt County, to Andy Sam and Eunice (Ford) Oller.

Al graduated from McCracken High School. Shortly after graduation, he joined the United States Army and served in the 10th Mountain Division. After serving...

Jul 17, 2023

It is with heavy hearts and profound sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved husband, dad, and grandfather, Gary Vincent, 81, who left us on July 17, 2023. He was a loving husband, devoted father, cherished grandfather, and a dear friend to many. His loss leaves a void in our lives that can never be filled.

Jul 16, 2023

Mark Alan Loehr, 69, died July 16, 2023, at Wesley Medical Center, Wichita, KS.  He was born September 9, 1953, in Wichita, KS, to John Lester and Martha Marie (Hilger) Loehr.

Mark was a 1971 graduate of Haven High School, Haven, KS.  He was employed by Panhandle Eastern Pipeline as an Operator A, retiring in 2013 with...

Jul 15, 2023

Glenda Fountain, 82, beloved wife, mother, and friend, passed away peacefully on July 15, 2023, at Prairie Sunset Home, Pretty Prairie. She was born June 13, 1941, in Barstow, TX, to Jack E. and Ruth Uldene (Farrar) Hudgens.

Glenda grew up in Pecos, TX, with her parents, three sisters, and two brothers. After graduating from Pecos High...

Jul 13, 2023

David James Clinger, 66, of Hutchinson, Kansas died peacefully in his home on Thursday, July 13, 2023. David was born the son of James B. and Margaret (Peggy) Clinger on October 6, 1956 in Colby, Kansas.

David was a true lover of aviation. He worked for several airline/aviation companies including Cessna, Raytheon, Bizjet, and Avcon Industries. His...

Jul 10, 2023

Brenda E. Johnson, 61, was born May 22, 1962, and went home to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on July 10, 2023. She was born in Greensburg, KS, to her beloved parents, John W. and Lucille (Dill) Johnson.

Brenda is survived by: her significant other, Robert Loven of Braggs, OK; sons, Joe Loven of...

Jul 9, 2023

Greg Proffitt, 65, passed away Sunday, July 9, 2023 at his home in Haven, KS.  He was born August 21, 1957, in Inglewood, CA, to Ralph and Rocena (Barb) Proffitt.

Greg attended Lennox High School in Inglewood, CA.  He moved to Kansas in 1980 and worked in construction with his father and uncle, Gene Barb.

...

Jul 7, 2023

Patricia Ellen Hornbeck, 69, died July 7, 2023, at her home in Nickerson. She was born June 14, 1954, in Hutchinson, to Oscar and Colleen (Cavanaugh) Hornbeck.

Patty graduated from Hutchinson High School in 1972. She worked for many years as a banker at Central Bank and Trust and at retirement she was working for Jackson Meats,...