Obituaries

Jul 14, 2024

Buck’s life began on October 25, 1949, at Fort Ticonderoga, New York. He was the son of Gordon Percy O’Dell and Jean Mae (Supry) O’Dell.

 Buck enlisted in the United States Army in 1967 after permission from his dad at the age of 17. He spent the next twenty years serving his country and retired as a Sergent First Class. While...

Jul 3, 2024

Patricia (Patty) Ray Longhofer was born on April 28,1943 in Wichita KS to Raymond & Patricia Longofer. She attended Marion schools through her graduation from MHS in 1961. She then attended Emporia State Teachers College for 2 years. On August 24, 1963 she married Richard (Dick) McLinden of rural Florence. She helped on the ranch until 1970 when she began...

Jun 27, 2024

Michael “Buco” Kent Coats, beloved husband, son, father, brother, uncle, grandfather, and friend, passed away at his home on June 27, 2024. He was 60 years old.Born on September 17, 1963, Michael was a hard-working man who dedicated 33 years of his life as a pipe fitter at Oxychem/Vulcan. Michael was known for his strong work ethic and his dedication...

Jun 25, 2024

Milly’s life began on August 6, 1929, in Abilene, KS. She was the daughter of Clinton Willet and Cora Leona (Comer) Emig. Milly was a 1947 graduate of Abilene High School and taught in a one-room schoolhouse in her early years. She worked as Administrative Assistant of Student Services at University of Kansas School of Medicine in Wichita. After retirement,...

Jun 20, 2024

Travis’ life began on November 18, 1982, in Newton. He was the son of Jaymes Lee Flasschoen and Cyndi Dee (Newfield) Easterberg. Travis was a 2001 graduate of Peabody-Burns High School. While in school, Travis played trombone in the band, playing baseball and was a member of the swim team. After graduation, Travis took a job with Artisan Fabrication in...

Jun 19, 2024

Jared’s life began on March 24, 1986, in Herington, KS. He was the son of Thomas Vaughn and Lori (Herpich) Hughes. Jared attended Herington High School before entering the United States Army. He served his country as an Army Medic attached to the 1-10 Calvary. Jared’s loving family includes his mother Lori (Art) Hughes of Wichita, companion and daughter Tiara...

Jun 19, 2024

Cathy’s life began on January 22, 1949, in Herington. She was the daughter of Andrew John and Thelma Marie (Clore) Biehler. Cathy was a 1967 graduate of Herington High School and briefly attended beauty school. She was a professional seamstress, working for stores such as Kern’s Men’s Shop, and Henry’s Department Stores. Cathy is survived by her sister Carol (Marvin)...

Jun 14, 2024

Glenda’s life began on December 4, 1946 in Watonga, OK. She was the daughter of Glen C. and Wanda Mary (McQuilliams) Lake. Glenda attended both Wichita State and Pittsburg State University. She was united in marriage to Ernest “Bill” W. Reynolds on January 29, 1965, in Wichita. Glenda retired from the Kansas Department of Social and Rehabilitation Services after 25...

Jun 14, 2024

 

 Virginia Louise Watson McCoy departed this life on June 14, 2024, at the hospital in Newton, Kansas, following a brief illness. 

Virginia was born on October 15, 1932, in West Mineral, Kansas, to Frank Watson and Mary Wilcox Watson. Virginia was the youngest of four children. At the age of five, following the deaths of her parents, Virginia was adopted by...

Jun 12, 2024

Lois’ life began on December 11, 1928, in Whitewater. She was the daughter of William Leroy and Gracie Bernice (Bailey) Spratt. Lois was a 1946 graduate of Whitewater High School. After school, Lois worked as a telephone operator for Whitewater and later worked as the office manager of the Butler Rural Electric Cooperative. She was a member of the Trinity...

Jun 11, 2024

Jun 9, 2024

William (Bill) Gilbert Burton, age 85, of Marion, Kansas, passed away on June 9, 2024. 

Bill was born on September 4, 1938 to Annie (Patterson) and Gilbert Burton in Rumley Township, Harrison County, Scio, Ohio. He was the second born of five children. 

Bill grew up in Scio with his siblings. They lived and worked on a family farm, which Bill enjoyed....

Jun 7, 2024

Janet’s life began on September 18, 1963, in Wichita. She was the daughter of Paul and Pauline (Weins) Seidel. Janet was a graduate of Waconda East High School and a graduate of the Colorado Institute of Art. She was united in marriage to Nick Mayes on June 4, 1983, in Denver where she loved to snow ski and enjoy nature’s...

May 31, 2024

Debby’s life began on December 15, 1969, in El Paso, Texas. She is the daughter of Michael and Sharen (Sullivan) White. Debby graduated from high school in 1988 in Waynesville Missouri. She then went on to attend Cloud County Community College. Debby was a very hard worker and enjoyed working at The Family Dollar in Herington. Debby’s coworkers soon became...

May 30, 2024

Wilma was born on October 18, 1927, in rural Durham, Kansas at the family home. She is the daughter of Jacob and Pauline (Laufer) Geis. Wilma graduated from Durham High School with the Class of 1945. She then went on to obtain her bachelor’s degree from McPherson College, where she was a History Major. Wilma married Herbert Regier on November...

May 29, 2024

Raymond was born on January 3, 1940, in Wichita, Kansas. He is the son of Raymond Blevins Sr. and Dorothy Clinton Patry. Raymond joined the United States Navy, where he was able to serve his Country and further his education. Upon his Honorable Discharge from the United States Navy, he went on to serve as supervisor for MPBXL, Dole and...

May 29, 2024

Deanna’s life began on April 15, 1944, in Wichita, Kansas. She is the daughter of Albert and Pauline (Hanus) Klenda. Deanna was raised on a farm north of Marion and graduated from Marion High School with the Class of 1962. She then went on to attend and graduated from Kansas State University in 1967. Deanna moved to the Bay area...

May 27, 2024

Bonnie’s life began on April 12, 1941, in Marion, Kansas. She is the daughter of Ronald and Irene (Herbel) Lucas. Bonnie graduated from Marion High School with the Class of 1959. She then went on to work for Gound Ford Dealership as their bookkeeper. Bonnie married Robert Schmidt at Our Savior Lutheran Church in Marion. They were married for 62...

May 27, 2024

Keith’s life began on September 20, 1960, in Herington. He was the son of Herbert K. and Erline Eva (Albrecht) Vahsholtz. Keith was a 1978 graduate of Chapman High School. He also attended Beloit Vo-tech for diesel mechanic training. Keith was a farmer and mechanic. He was baptized and confirmed at Immanuel Lutheran Church (Shady Brook) where he was a...

May 26, 2024

Bob’s life began on February 13, 1943, on the family farm as the youngest son born to Ewaldt and Lizzie (Schlesener) Kickhaefer. He was baptized March 24, 1943, at Saint Paul’s Lutheran Church, Shadybrook, KS.  He was confirmed April 14, 1957.  His sponsors were Harvey Kickhaefer, Maxine Poufal and Dale Schlesener.  Bob was a graduate of Woodbine High School in...