Judith "Judy" Ann Blauer
May 19, 2026
Judith Ann “Judy” Blauer, 81, died peacefully at her home on May 19, 2026. She was born December 23, 1944, in Stafford, to James Clifford and Mary Jewel (Rice) Sillin.
Judy proudly graduated from Hudson High School in 1962 and Fort Hays State University with her Bachelor of Arts Degree in Music Education and Performance. Teaching was Judy’s life and passion....
Robert L. Skellenger
Jun 7, 2026
Robert Leroy Skellenger, 91, of Hutchinson, died June 7, 2026, at Hutchinson Regional Medical Center.
He was born Oct. 21, 1934, in Hutchinson to Mildred May Parrish and George Skellenger of Partridge. He was raised and educated in Partridge, graduating from Partridge High School.
He worked at a variety of places in his life, but for many years, he was employed at...
Maria Castellon-Garcia
May 30, 2026
Maria De Lourdes Castellon-Garcia, died May 30, 2026, at her home. Maria was born February 26, 1971, in Mascota Jalisco, Mexico, to Rosalio Castellon and Maria De La Luz Sanchez.
Maria moved to Oceanside, CA, to live with Diane Montanez and family before living with Francisco and Josephina Reyna, grandparents to Maria’s children. She attended Oceanside High School and Ocean Shores...
Michael D. "Grim" Chancellor
Jun 20, 2026
Michael D. “Grim” Chancellor, 51, of Nickerson, died June 20, 2026, at Hospice House of Hutchinson. Grim was born on September 7, 1974, in Stockton, CA, to Martin Nicora and Darlene Chancellor.
He enjoyed gaming online, playing RuneScape for over 20 years as well as Assassins Creed Black Flag. Grim loved anything that had to do with pirates.
On December 8, 2016,...
Michelle M. Miller
Jun 19, 2026
Michelle Marie (Rome) Miller, 64, of Hutchinson, Kansas, passed away peacefully on Friday, June 19, 2026, at the Hospice House of Reno County, surrounded by her loving family and friends.
Michelle was born May 13, 1962, in Hays, Kansas, to James Richard Rome and Geraldine (Urban) Rome. She grew up surrounded by family and strong values that shaped her lifelong kindness,...
Glen LeRoy Jensen
Jun 16, 2026
Glen LeRoy Jensen, 75, died June 16, 2026, at his home. Glen was born May 19, 1951, in Westmoreland, KS, to Lloyd and Marion (Simon) Jensen, Sr.
Glen graduated from Manhattan High School and received a Business Certificate from Hutchinson Community College. He worked for Nations Pizza for 8 years and was a supervisor for Consolidated Manufacturing for 30 years. Glen...
Dennis D. Hartung
Jun 15, 2026
Dennis D. Hartung, 66, died June 15, 2026, at Hospice House, Hutchinson. He was born November 27, 1959, in Junction City, to Billy Gene and Mabel Jeanette “Jan” (Rooks) Hartung.
On July 7, 1990, Dennis married Julie Ann Jonas, in Hutchinson.
He is survived by: his wife of 35 years, Julie Hartung of Hutchinson; sons, Bryce Hartung of Hutchinson and Matthew Hartung...
Martha "Marty" Gean Clark
Jun 13, 2026
Martha Gean “Marty” Clark, 94, died June 13, 2026, at Legend of Hutchinson. She got her start in life June 6, 1932, southeast of Sylvia. Her parents were George William Hudson and Ellen Phoebe Yeager Hudson. They were a hardworking couple who managed to feed her three brothers and a sister from a very large garden and dairy farm.
Marty’s oldest...
Donald Dale "Don" Turnquist
Jun 13, 2026
Donald Dale Turnquist, 90, a 30-year resident of Hutchinson (Reno County), KS, died June 13, 2026, at Good Samaritan Society – Hutchinson Village. He was born March 28, 1936, in Wayne Township (Custer County), NE, on the family farm. This little community was called New Hope. His parents were Godfrey Elam Turnquist, Sr. and Edith Lilliam (Johnson) Turnquist. Don went...
John L Meeker
Jun 12, 2026
John Linley Meeker, 82, passed away June 12, 2026, at Diversicare of Hutchinson. He was born June 11, 1944, in Larned, KS, to Frank Linsley and Lucille Lula (Steadman) Meeker.
For most of his life, John worked as a welder for Collins Bus Corporation. For over 20 years, John also served as a certified safety firearms instructor for the state of...
Clayton W. Jones
Jun 10, 2026
Clayton W. Jones, 88, of Nickerson, went to be with the Lord, on June 10, 2026. He was born, June 4, 1938, in rural Mullinville, KS, to Clarence and Marie (Lewis) Jones. Clayton attended grade school in Mullinville and high school in Greensburg, KS, graduating in 1956. On April 20, 1957, he married Donna Arlyn Jack in Greensburg. They celebrated...
Denny Allen
Jun 10, 2026
Dennis Michael “Denny” Allen, age 80, of Hutchinson, Kansas, passed away on June 10, 2026.
Born August 6, 1945, in Hutchinson, Kansas, Denny was the son of Olen and Margarite Allen. He married Patty Hendershot on March 14, 1986, and together they shared 40 years of marriage.
Denny spent many years working at the Dillons Warehouse before continuing his career at Collins....
Max O. Heim
Jun 9, 2026
Max Heim, 91, died June 9, 2026, in Hutchinson. Max checked into Hutchinson hospice on Saturday and checked out on Tuesday, June 9. When the nurse asked if he wanted something to eat, he replied, “I didn’t come here for a picnic; I came here to die.” Always in charge, always with a quip.
Little “Maxie” Heim was born to Marie...
Kent W. Atkinson
Jun 8, 2026
Kent W. Atkinson, 71, of Hutchinson, died June 8, 2026, surrounded by his family, at Hospice House, Hutchinson. He was born September 22, 1954, in Caldwell, Kansas, to Marion and Florence Atkinson.
In January of 1992, Kent married Karen in Oklahoma. They shared 34 years of marriage before his death.
Kent worked as a machinist for most of his life. He worked...
Roger Wayne Scott
Jun 7, 2026
Roger Wayne Scott, 76, of Hutchinson, died June 7, 2026, at Hospice House. He was born March 18, 1950, in Hutchinson, to Harold W. "Skeet" and Betty I. (Collins) Scott.
Roger grew up in Burrton, where he graduated from high school in 1968. He attended Hutchinson Community College and received his associate’s degree from Butler County Community College. Roger worked at...
Alice Jo Ann Barb
Jun 5, 2026
Alice Jo Ann Barb, 84, of Hutchinson, died June 5, 2026, at Mennonite Friendship Communities in South Hutchinson. She was born December 16, 1941, in Hutchinson, to Henry A. and Helen M. (Schwarm) Barb.
Jo Ann graduated from Hutchinson High School in 1959. She worked on the assembly line at Cessna/Eaton Manufacturing for many years before retiring. Jo Ann enjoyed collecting...
Kenneth W. "Ken" Turner
Jun 4, 2026
Kenneth W. “Ken” Turner, 86, passed into eternal life, joining his loved ones who preceded him in faith. He passed away shortly after midnight on June 4, 2026, with his daughter, Annette & son, Terry by his side. His departure was peaceful and characteristic of his quiet strength. This moment serves as a powerful reminder of the brevity and fragility...
Albert William "Bill" Miller Jr.
Jun 3, 2026
Albert William “Bill” Miller Jr., 78, of Hutchinson, died June 3, 2026, at his home. He was born December 12, 1947, in Longview, Washington, to Albert W. and Roberta D. (Byrum) Miller Sr.
Bill graduated from Hillsboro, Oregon, High School. He served in the United States Navy from 1967 to 1971 and achieved the rank of EN3 before being honorably discharged....
Douglas H. King
Jun 2, 2026
Douglas H. “Doug” King, 76, of Hutchinson, died June 2, 2026, at Hospice House in Hutchinson. He was born June 29, 1949, in Independence, Kansas, to Hershel and Arlene (Burns) King.
Doug graduated from Nickerson High School. He took some college classes at Hutchinson Community College. In September of 1968, Doug joined the United States Air Force where he served for...
Mitchell Lynn Marker
Jun 1, 2026
Mitchell Lynn Marker, 62, of Lubbock, Texas, died June 1, 2026, at Crown Point Health Suites in Lubbock after a battle he lost to cancer. He was born August 17, 1963, in Scott City, Kansas, to Orland Gay and Lillian (Beeson) Marker.
Lynn graduated from Scott City High School and obtained an Associate’s Degree from Colby Community College. For the last...
