Eugene "Gene" A. Bontrager
Aug 25, 2026
Eugene A. “Gene” Bontrager, 72, of Arlington, KS, died at Hospice House, Hutchinson, on August 25, 2026. He was born on March 18, 1954, in Hutchinson, to Morris C. and Rachel C. (Yoder) Bontrager.
Gene graduated from Central Christian High School in 1972. Following graduation, he began working at Anderson Alignment, where he was employed for 16 years. Gene spent his...
Doris Ann Swank
Sep 25, 2026
Doris Ann Swank, 90, passed away September 25, 2026, at Sunshine Meadows Retirement Community in Buhler. She was born January 13, 1936, in Fredonia, KS, to Edger Cecil and Ethel Mae (Durham) Fiscus.
In 1954, Doris graduated from Fredonia High School. On June 6, 1954, she married John Raymond Swank, and together they shared more than 20 years of marriage until...
Amy Sue Hollingsworth
Sep 24, 2026
Amy Sue Hollingsworth, 55, of Plevna, passed away peacefully on September 24, 2026, at Hutchinson Regional Medical Center, surrounded by the people she loved most—her family.
Amy was born June 6, 1971, in Hutchinson, to Robert “Bob” Inghram and Vicky Park. From the very beginning, Amy brought her own special spark to the world, and throughout her life, she found joy...
Thomas E. Hoffman, Sr
Sep 24, 2026
Thomas E. “Tom” Hoffman, Sr, 79, died September 24, 2026, at Hutchinson Hospice House. He was born January 24, 1947, in Hanna, WY, to Aloysius “Al” and Isabelle J. (Beat) Hoffman.
Tom graduated from Pretty Prairie High School in 1965 and was the lead singer and talented lead guitarist for a band he put together called Marlboro Country. He was a...
Sr. Agatha Faimon, CHS
Sep 24, 2026
Sr. Agatha Faimon, 98, peacefully returned to the arms of her Creator on September 24th, 2026 while residing at The Wesley Hester Care Living Center. Agatha was born April 20th, 1928, on the family farm in Stratton NE to Mary and Bohumil Faimon. She was given the name Agnes Mary at birth, attended country grade school and even ran away...
Jack Rosson
Sep 24, 2026
Jack Lavern Rosson, of Hutchinson, Kansas, died Thursday, September 24, surrounded by his wife and family. He was born December 28, 1939, in Cherryvale, Kansas, to Myrtle Marie Rosson and Herman Earston Rosson.
Throughout his life, Jack dedicated himself to his family, his work, and the communities he served. He served in the United States Air Force as an Airman First...
Farrell E. Knoche
Sep 22, 2026
Farrell Eugene Knoche, 90, of Hutchinson, went to his heavenly home on September 22, 2026. He was born August 15, 1936, in Hutchinson, to Edward and Bessie (Evans) Knoche.
Farrell was co-founder of Knoche Farms of Abbyville with his brother, Darwin. He farmed in the Abbyville and Plevna community for 65 years, from 1950-2015.
Farrell graduated from Abbyville High School in 1954...
Dwight "Hoss" David Drake
Sep 21, 2026
Dwight “Hoss” David Drake, 63, passed away September 21, 2026, at his home in Hutchinson. He was born October 11, 1962, in Hutchinson, to Darold Lloyd and Callie M. (Spencer) Drake.
Hoss dedicated much of his working life to serving his community, most recently working as a crew chief for Reno County Public Works, where he formed many lasting friendships and...
Gary Ray Kerwood
Sep 20, 2026
Gary Ray Kerwood, 88, passed away September 20, 2026, at William Newton Memorial Hospital in Winfield, KS. He was born November 9, 1937, in Hutchinson, KS, to Lloyd Archie Ray and Mildred Maxine (Coon) Kerwood.
In 1955, Gary graduated from Hutchinson High School. Shortly thereafter, he proudly joined the United States Army, where he honorably served for four years. Following his...
Saundra Dunsworth
Sep 17, 2026
Saundra Sue Dunsworth, 82, of Wichita, passed away peacefully on September 17, 2026, with family and friends by her side. She was born January 9, 1944, in Vallejo, California, to Clifford and Roseamond Lee “Rhodie” (Pierson) Dunsworth.
Saundra graduated from Hutchinson High School and Hutchinson Community College. She received her Bachelor of Arts in Education from Emporia State University and Master...
Doris A. Rue
Sep 17, 2026
Doris Ann Rue, 89, died September 17, 2026, at Hospice House, Hutchinson. She was born November 21, 1936, in Codell, KS, to Richard Len and Beulah Lucille (Mead) Thomas.
Doris graduated from Palco High School in 1954. Throughout her life, she held a wide variety of jobs, including Program Director at the Salvation Army Senior Center, before retiring as a clerk...
Joyce Elaine (Gagnebin) Sims Beam
Sep 16, 2026
Joyce Elaine (Gagnebin) Sims Beam, just one day shy of her 89th birthday, was called home to be with her heavenly Father, passing peacefully in Hutchinson at the age of 88 years and 364 days. Born on September 17, 1937, in Hutchinson, she was the beloved daughter of Delbert R. and Beatrice Katherine (Ralph) Gagnebin.
Joyce grew up with a strong...
Tina Marie Hilger
Sep 16, 2026
Tina Marie Hilger, 52, of Hutchinson, died September 16, 2026, at Hospice House, surrounded by her loved ones. Tina was born September 19, 1973 in Hutchinson, KS to Leon and Karen (Harrington) Patterson.
Tina graduated from Buhler High School with the class of 1992. She attended college at Hutchinson Community College and Kansas State University. Tina spent many years working out...
Ronald Allen "Ron" Miller
Sep 15, 2026
Ronald Allen “Ron” Miller, 64, died September 15, 2026, surrounded by his family in Hutchinson. He was born October 6, 1961, in Hutchinson to Ruth Anne (Gross) Miller.
Ron attended Hutchinson High School. He worked as a crew lead in the water maintenance department for the City of Hutchinson. Ron enjoyed woodworking, working on concrete projects, and was an avid collector...
Edwin "Eddie" E. Crabbs
Sep 14, 2026
Edwin E. “Eddie” Crabbs, 75, died September 14, 2026. He was born May 7, 1951, in Hutchinson, to John M. and Betty (Elliott) Crabbs.
Eddie graduated from Nickerson High School in 1969. He spent 36 years working for Dillons as a Teamster Local 795 and warehouse associate before retiring in 2006. He took great pride in his years of hard work...
Harold Thomas Richardson
Sep 11, 2026
Harold Thomas Richardson, precious son of Marcus and Jami Richardson, was born July 31, 2026, in Wichita, KS. Six short weeks later, Harold passed away peacefully in his parents' arms while at Children's Mercy Hospital, on September 11, 2026.
Harold was a perfect little gentleman who charmed everyone that met him. A miracle baby from the start, he often amazed everyone...
Sharon Kay Thacker
Sep 11, 2026
Sharon Kay Thacker, 72, died September 11, 2026, at Mennonite Friendship Communities in South Hutchinson. She was born August 31, 1954, in Kansas City, Missouri, and was lovingly raised by Harvey D. and Edna M. (Miller) Nisly.
Sharon loved worship music and never went a day without having it playing. She enjoyed crocheting and knitting. She was raised in the Amish...
Phyllis Ann Gantz
Sep 11, 2026
Phyllis Ann Gantz, 91, died September 11, 2026, at Nebraska Medicine Bellevue Health Center. She was born October 17, 1934, in Eureka, KS, to Harold Jackson and Mabel Leona (Gibson) Easley.
In 1952, Phyllis graduated from Lyons High School. She devoted her life to raising her children and caring for her family, always making herself available to those she loved.
In her...
Teresa Jan Dwyer
Sep 10, 2026
Teresa Jan Dwyer, 83, died September 10, 2026. She was born February 8, 1943, in Wichita, to William Clark and Olive Aileen (Kissick) Anderson.
Jan graduated in 1961 from Bellaire High School in Houston, Texas, and received her bachelor’s degree from Southwestern College, Winfield in 1965. She married Gary Girard and had two sons: Greg and Scott. She was an elementary...
Daniel R. Hoffman
Sep 9, 2026
Daniel R. Hoffman, 39, passed away September 9, 2026, at Salina Regional Medical Center, Salina, KS. He was born, September 19, 1986, in Hutchinson, to Thomas E. “Tom” and Marilyn K. (Hermes) Hoffman.
Daniel graduated from Pretty Prairie High School and worked as a mechanic for Stutzman Refuse. He enjoyed working on cars and spending time with his dad and children.
Daniel...
