Obituaries
William Frank Davis
Jan 18, 2025
William (Bill) Davis celebrated his 95th birthday on July 24, 2024 and he passed away peacefully on January 18, 2025 in Lewisville, Texas. He was born in Newton, Kansas to Walter Davis and Ethel Wall Davis, and he and his older brother, Jack, were raised in Florence, Kansas. Bill attended High School in Florence, where he played in the band...
Albert Dean Wynn
Jan 17, 2025
Albert’s life began on June 26, 1941, in Jefferson, OK. He was the son of Benjamin A. and Mildred B. (McClaflin) Wynn. Albert was a 1958 graduate of West High School in Wichita. After graduation, he entered boot camp in September of 1958 in the United States Marine Corps, and served his country for four years, including two years overseas....
Carolyn Fisher
Jan 16, 2025
Carolyn’s life began on October 24, 1935, at Axtell Hospital in Newton. She was the daughter of Ray A. and Lillian J. (Smith) Cave. Carolyn was a 1953 graduate of Whitewater High School and went on to get her associates degree after high school.
She was united in marriage to Monte Wayne Fisher on May 27, 1956, at the Federated Church...
Bonnie Belle Roth
Jan 13, 2025
Bonnie’s life began on July 25, 1927, in Waynoka. OK. She was the daughter of Harry and Jewel (Wray) Durkee. Bonnie was a 1945 graduate of Waynoka High School and went on to nursing school in Wichita. She was united in marriage to Marvin Will during nursing school and they were married 40 years. Bonnie wed again to Thomas Roth...
Iris M Summers
Jan 11, 2025
Iris’ life began on February 6, 1925, in Springfield, MO. She was the daughter of Edward and Cora Mae (Ward) Raffety. Iris attended school in Springfield and on August 30, 1941, she was united in marriage to John Henry Summers, Sr. in Springfield. They were married for 68 years. During World War II, Iris worked at the Parson’s Defense Plant...
Evelyn Doris Matz
Jan 11, 2025
Evelyn’s life began on July 14, 1930, in Hillsboro. She was the daughter of Menno and Ann (Flaming) Hiebert. Evelyn was a 1948 graduate of Goessel High School. She was united in marriage to Alton Matz on February 18, 1951, at the Alexanderwohl Church near Goessel. Evelyn was a homemaker who enjoyed sewing, quilting blankets, ceramics, liquid and needle embroidery...
Dale C Miller
Jan 11, 2025
The venue for Dale's funeral service on Saturday, January 18, 2025, has been changed to the Christian Church of Florence instead of the Florence Gymnasium, with the approval of the family. Thank You
Dale’s life began on November 18, 1925, at Axtell Hospital in Newton. He was the son of Clark and Elsie (Kimball) Miller. Dale attended school in Newton and was...
Evelyn "Evey" Williams
Jan 6, 2025
Evey’s life began on January 19, 1968, in Concordia, KS. She was the daughter of Hans and Pansy (Seibenborn). Evey was a 1986 graduate of Concordia High School and moved to Marion soon after graduation.
She worked at a certified medication aide at St. Luke’s Living Center in Marion for the last 36 years. Evey loved to cook and go camping....
Connie Alvarez
Jan 4, 2025
Connie’s life began on December 8, 1935, in Lost Springs. She was the daughter of Adolfo and Julia (Yturriago) Gonzales. Connie attended school in Lost Springs and was a lifelong resident. On January 12, 1954, she was united in marriage to Joe J. Alvarez, Sr. in Abilene. Connie was taught to cook and can fruits and vegetables by her mother....
Patty Joan Shahan
Dec 28, 2024
Patty Joan (Johnson) Shahan died on Saturday, December 28, 2024 at Abilene Memorial Hospital, Abilene, Kansas. Patty was the 7th child born to Gladys Pearl (Solomon, Hunt) Johnson and Omar Davis Johnson on October 25, 1930 in Herington, Kansas. She was preceded in death by her mother and father, sisters Vera Jane (Johnson) Maybee, Mary Ella (Johnson) Dalton, Lola Maxine...
Barbara Ann Madron
Dec 23, 2024
There will be no services at this time.
We welcome you to share your thoughts and memories of Barbara on her Tribute Wall. Thank You
Terry Lee Klassen
Dec 23, 2024
Terry’s life began on November 3, 1955, in Newton, Kansas. He was the son of John and Thelma (Lewis) Klassen. Terry was a 1973 graduate of Inman High School. He was united in marriage to Cheryl Litton on June 27, 1987, at the Hoffnangsau Mennonite Church in Inman. Terry was a carpenter by trade and co-owned K and E Interiors,...
Susan Lynn White
Dec 22, 2024
Family will be holding a service at a later time. Please take a moment and sign her online guest book and leave a memory. Thank You.
Lucy Marie Janzen
Dec 19, 2024
Lucy M. Janzen, 93, died December 19, 2024 at Presbyterian Manor, Newton, KS. She was born September 25, 1931, three-and-one-half miles west of Marion, KS, to her parents Stephen W. and Ida M. (Olsen) Sandwell. Lucy was the third of 10 children.
She went to Canada Grade School and graduated in 1949 from Marion High School, Marion, KS. On October 7,...
Donna Lee Saunders
Dec 17, 2024
Donna Lee Beaversdorf Saunders, age 75, passed away December 17, 2024 at Stormont Vail Hospital in Junction City, KS.
Donna learned to be a gentle spirit with robust pride and determination from her Mother, Bernadine. The eldest of 8 children, she set clear boundaries with love, compassion and time limited understanding. She loved her brothers and sisters and all 16 nieces...
Edwin Hayes Robinson
Nov 28, 2024
Ed’s life began on November 8, 1935, in Newton, Kansas. He was the son of Arthur and Mabel (Willey) Robinson. Ed graduated Florence High School in 1953. After high school Ed attended Emporia State College. Ed proudly served the United States Army from August 1958 to August 1960. Ed was assigned to Company C, 1st brigade, 3rd Infantry at Fort...
