Fred Bichet
Mar 11, 2023
Frederick a Bichet II, 88, Hutchinson, passed away peacefully in his home on March 11, 2023.
Born March 14, 1934, to parents Stewart Bichet and Celeste Reynes, in New Orleans, Fred moved to Florence, KS in 1947, following the death of his father. Located near Florence is the Claude Francis Bichet farmstead, a homestead registered with the...
Krissy A. Birdwell
Mar 11, 2023
Krissy A. Birdwell, 57, of Hutchinson, died March 11, 2023, at her home. She was born October 3, 1965, in Columbus, OH, to Millard McGee and Lois (Ferrell) Cooper.
Krissy graduated from McLeansboro High School, McLeansboro, IL, in 1983, and Hutchinson Community College in 2006. She enjoyed many arts and crafts, including: diamond art, crocheting, cross stitch,...
Gary J. Banz
Mar 11, 2023
Gary J. Banz, 83, died March 11, 2023, in Hutchinson. Gary was born August 11, 1939, in Hutchinson, to Gerald G. & Mary Margaret (Ryan) Banz, who precede him in death.
He was a 1957 graduate of Haven High School, attended Hutchinson Junior College and then served two years in the United States Naval Reserve. He married...
Russell Hindle Pope
Mar 8, 2023
Russell Hindle Pope, 88, went from his earthly home to his heavenly home to be with his Lord and Savior on March 8, 2023. He was born November 1, 1934, in Kansas City, MO, to Thomas Hindle Pope and Flora Virginia (Brock) Pope.
Russell was a 1953 graduate of Northeast High School, Kansas City, MO, and a...
Warren Lee Farmer
Mar 7, 2023
Warren Farmer, 74, of South Hutchinson died on March 7, 2023. Warren was born to Alpheus Leon "Pete" and Mava Maxine Farmer on February 11, 1949 in Liberal, KS.
Warren graduated from Liberal High School in 1968 where he was an athlete in every sport. He continued his education earning an Associate Degree from Hutchinson Community College. ...
Mark Allen Johnson
Mar 7, 2023
Our beloved Mark Johnson, 70, of Hutchinson, KS, entered God's Kingdom on March 7, 2023. Mark's passing was untimely.
Mark Allen was born to Marilyn and Waylan Johnson on January 9, 1953, in Virginia, Minnesota. He lived on the Iron Range in Minnesota until he was a teenager when his family moved to Deer Creek, MN. He...
Joyce Irene Belcher
Mar 7, 2023
Joyce Irene Belcher, 85, of Hutchinson, died March 7, 2023, at her home. She was born May 5, 1937, in Hutchinson, to Chester Arthur and Bessie Florence (McKenna) Gould.
Joyce graduated from Hutchinson High School in 1955. She worked as a sales clerk at Pegues and Sears, made custom drapes for Jeanne's Custom Draperies, and then was...
Steven Serge Mendez
Mar 6, 2023
Steven Serge Mendez, 69, died March 6, 2023, at Hospice House, Hutchinson, surrounded by his loving children. He was born November 22, 1953, in Miami, FL, to Sergio and Mary Nell "Ginger" (Smith) Mendez.
Steven graduated from United High School in Laredo, TX, in 1971. After graduation, he joined the United States Marine Corps and took some...
Mary Love
Mar 6, 2023
Mary Love, 92, of Partridge, died March 6, 2023, at Legend Senior Living in Hutchinson. She was born August 1, 1930, in Hutchinson, to Allen and Naomi (Burns) Buckley.
Mary graduated from Partridge High School. In addition to being a homemaker, she worked as a secretary at the Partridge Co-op for a while and then, as a...
Herbert "Herb" D. Ruebke
Mar 6, 2023
Herbert Dietrich "Herb" Ruebke, 81, died March 6, 2023, at Wesley Medical Center, Wichita. He was born May 6, 1941, in rural Pretty Prairie, to Henry H. and Agnes Marie (Krehbiel) Ruebke.
Herb graduated from Pretty Prairie High School. He worked as a machinist for Cessna, before retiring from Mega Manufacturing. Herb grew up on the family...
Lee Mackey
Mar 6, 2023
Calvin "Lee" Mackey, 77, died March 6, 2023, at Sunshine Meadows Retirement Community, Buhler. He was born October 29, 1945, in Emporia, to Robert and Edith (Allen) Mackey.
Lee graduated from Stafford High School in 1963. He served in the United States Army from 1965 to 1969. Lee worked in the beef processing industry for 30 years...
Bobby 'Bob' Gene Perser
Mar 6, 2023
Bobby 'Bob' Gene Perser, 84, went to be with the Lord on March 6, 2023, at Good Samaritan Society-Hutchinson Village, Hutchinson, KS. He was born October 31, 1938, to John and Mary (Miller) Perser, in Coffeyville, KS.
Bob served in the Army National Guard of Kansas. He moved to Hutchinson, KS, where he went to work for...
Buddy L. "Bud" Epley
Mar 5, 2023
Buddy L. "Bud" Epley, 81, of Hutchinson, died March 5, 2023, at Hospice House, Hutchinson. He was born November 23, 1941, in Pratt, to Vern and Agnes (Baxter) Epley.
Bud graduated from Pratt High School, in 1960. He owned and operated A1 Auto Mechanic Shop.  Bud later worked for Dillons Warehouse, where he retired after 32 years...
Betty Kaegi
Mar 2, 2023
Betty L. (Jones) Kaegi, 92, of South Hutchinson, died March 2, 2023, at Diversicare, in Hutchinson. She was born June 20, 1930, in Hutchinson, to Lloyd T. and Mabel C. (Smith) Jones.
Betty graduated from Burrton High School in 1948. She attended Crossroads Christian Church. Betty had a passion for teaching children Sunday School. She taught it...
Paulette Lou Schrock
Feb 28, 2023
Paulette Schrock, 97, passed away February 28, 2023 at Diversicare of Hutchinson. She was born August 14, 1925, in St. Louis, MO, to Willard Collier and Charlotte (Fulton) Collier.
Paulette was raised in St. Joseph, MO, where she met and married Donn Lainson. Together they had four children and eventually moved to Hutchinson, KS. She was a...
Leslie Green
Feb 28, 2023
Leslie Green, 90, died February 28, 2023, at his daughter's home in Albuquerque, NM. He was born June 12, 1932, in Lenapah, OK, to Willis Ray and Susie Belle (Shufeldt) Green.
Leslie served in the United States Army and was called to duty in the Korean War in Battery A: 145 th Anti-Artillery Battalion, 45...
Sandra 'Sandy' K. West
Feb 26, 2023
Sandra 'Sandy' K. West, 80, passed away February 26, 2023, at Good Samaritan Society-Hutchinson Village. She was born September 22, 1942, in Hutchinson, KS, to Benjamin Franklin Lock and Fannie Bertha (Sims) Lock. Sandy was the last daughter born into the Lock family.
Sandy was a 1960 graduate of Hutchinson High School and attended Hutchinson Community College. ...
Sheryl Lyon
Feb 26, 2023
Sheryl Irene Lyon, 63, of Hutchinson, died February 26, 2023, at Hutchinson Health & Rehab. She was born May 1, 1959, in Hutchinson, to Alvin and Louise (Ford) Lyon.
Sheryl graduated from Hutchinson High School in 1977. She worked as kitchen staff over the years in Big M truck stop, Bonanza, Applebee's, and Presto in Great Bend...
Sue Wagler
Feb 26, 2023
Sue Wagler, 80, died on February 26, 2023, at Hospice House. She was born June 7, 1942, in Hutchinson, to Gilbert and Alta (Schmidt) Marteney.
Sue graduated from Hutchinson High School in 1960, and then attended Hutchinson Community College. She was a homemaker and a farmer's wife. Sue enjoyed reading, puzzles, and spending time with friends.
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Jacqueline "Jackie" Ann Boucos
Feb 25, 2023
Jacqueline "Jackie" Ann Boucos, 74, died February 25, 2023, at Regent Park Assisted Living, Wichita. She was born March 11, 1948, in Brawley, CA, to William Quentin and Frances Adalia (Lambertus) Worthy.
Jackie graduated from Maryvale High School, Phoenix. She attended Barton Community College, where she earned her associate degree. Jacqueline worked as a custodian at Hutchinson...
