Obituaries

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.

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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,...

Jul 7, 2023

Barbara Lou Jellison, 88, died July 7, 2023, at Ascension Via Christi-St. Francis, Wichita.  She was born August 6, 1934, near Lone Elm, KS, to Harold and Esther (Thompson) Nichols.

Barbara graduated from Welda High School in 1951.  She married Robert "Bob" Jellison March 30, 1950, at her parents' home in Welda.

Barbara retired from...

Jul 7, 2023

Lonnie Beryl Pruitt, 81, of Hutchinson, was carried from this life into the arms of his Savior, Jesus Christ, Friday, July 7, 2023, at his home, surrounded by family and friends that cared for and loved him dearly. He will be truly missed.

Lonnie's favorite verse was John 3:16, "For God so loved the world, that He...

Jul 5, 2023

John James Nisly (JJ), age 65, passed away peacefully on July 5, 2023 after a battle with cancer.

He was born in Hutchinson, KS on September 30, 1957, to John and Sylvia Nisly.  He decided that Kansas was the place to live and at 20 years old, he went to Indiana to convince Hilda 'Joy' Miller of...

Jul 4, 2023

Trey Nicholas Allen, 45, died all too soon on July 4, 2023, at his home, surrounded by his family.  He was born October 22, 1977, in Liberal, to Larry and Karen (Timmons) Allen.

Trey graduated from Hugoton High School in 1996, Hutchinson Community College, and earned his bachelor's degree in political science in 2005 from Kansas State...

Jul 4, 2023

Hannah Nicole McHenry, 19, died July 4, 2023.  She was born October 5, 2003, in Hutchinson, to Tyson and Susanne (Smith) McHenry.

Hannah graduated from Buhler High School in 2023.  She was a legal assistant in Wichita.  She enjoyed reading, sipping coffee, animals of all kinds, and tending to her plants. Hannah had a heart for helping...

Jul 3, 2023

Richard "Ric" Glen Ellison II died July 3, 2023, at Salina, KS.  He was born April 6, 1976, in Pasadena, TX, to Richard Glen and Mary Jane (McKeown) Ellison.

Ric graduated from Houston Learning Academy, Houston, TX, in 1994.  He served for four years in the United States Coast Guard.

On May 3, 2003, Ric...

Jul 3, 2023

Angela Marie Tafolla, 53, of South Hutchinson, died July 3, 2023, at Ascension Via Christi St. Francis in Wichita. She was born July 8, 1969, in Salina, to Roberta L. Benitez.

Angie graduated from Nickerson high school and attended Hutchinson Community College. She worked as a para at Union Valley grade school and Sherman and Liberty middle...

Jul 1, 2023

Sherman David Odom, 81, of Hutchinson, died July 1, 2023, at Diversicare of Sedgwick. He was born August 22, 1941, in Van Buren, AR, to Clifford and Nannie Bell (Smith) Odom.

Sherman was an avid hunter; he loved to take his dogs, Baby and Cookie, with him. Sherman especially enjoyed hunting deer in Arkansas. He spent time...

Jun 30, 2023

Ellen 'Marie' Thode, 92, peacefully passed away in the early morning hours of June 30, 2023. Always an early riser and devout Christian, Marie said she knew when the time came 'God would lead the way.'

Marie was a remarkable and fiercely independent woman, living and caring for herself and loyal canine companion, Lucky, until only recently...

Jun 30, 2023

Mauritta Reed-Anderson, 100, died June 30, 2023, at Thorne Care Center. She was born October 11, 1922, in Jetmore, to James P. and Lillie M. (Halley) Riley.

Mauritta had 5 children. Surviving are: daughters, Mavis Reed-Butters, Sandra Reed, both of Hutchinson; son, Jim Reed of Florida; and sister, Patricia Riley of Wichita.

She was preceded...

Jun 30, 2023

Erma Louise (Hackerott) Westfall, age 90, of Hutchinson, Kansas, passed away on June 30, 2023. She was born on January 14, 1933, in Alton, Kansas, to the late Everest and Gladys (Gregory) Hackerott.

Erma had a full life. She married her high school sweetheart, Ron Westfall, on September 25, 1951, and together they raised their five children...

Jun 30, 2023

Eugenia Marlene Richardson, 88, passed from this earth on June 30, 2023.  She was born April 3,1935, in Altamont, KS, to Hugh and Elaine Armstrong.

Marlene married Donald Richardson on December, 25, 1953, in Burlington, KS.  She was a homemaker and devoted to her church and family.

Marlene is survived by: children- Keith Richardson of...

Jun 29, 2023

Sally Ann Kinyon, 60, of Hutchinson, unexpectedly left us for her eternal home on June 29, 2023. She was born to Dean and Judith Hachenberger on April 8, 1963.

Sally grew up attending Waterloo grade school and enjoying summers on the farm in Kingman County. In high school, she was a cheerleader, a track and field athlete,...