Obituaries

Feb 8, 2025

 

Sharon’s life began on June 15, 1951, at Salem Hospital in Hillsboro. She was the daughter of Roger and Edna (Schmidt) Hiebert. Sharon attended grade schools in Enterprise and Newton before her family moved back to Hillsboro where she graduated from Hillsboro High School in 1969. After high school, Sharon attended cosmetology school in Salina.

 She was united in marriage with...

Feb 4, 2025

Terry Eugene Nystrom was the second of six children to bless the home and hearts of his parents, Myron and June (Spurgin) Nystrom. He was born July 3, 1950, in Wichita, Kansas, but he lived for summers, which he and his older brother, Bob, spent working on their grandparents’ farm near Belleville, Kansas. Farm life was in his blood, and...

Feb 4, 2025

Feb 3, 2025

Feb 1, 2025

 

Rex Leland Wilson, 87, passed away on February 1, 2025 at St. Luke Living Center in Marion, Kansas. Rex was born on November 14, 1937 in rural Gove County Kansas in his parental home to Earl and Consuella Wilson. He was the fifth of six children.

Rex and his siblings attended a one room school taught by his Mother and Father....

Jan 31, 2025

Michael Evan Cain made his way into this world on June 21, 1988, weighing in at a whopping 8lbs and 14oz! From the moment he was born, he had mom, dad and nurses alike immediately wrapped around his little fingers. Danny and Terri poured so much love into Michael from the very beginning, shaping him into the humble and kind...

Jan 31, 2025

Pamela Kay Harber, 73, passed away on January 31 surrounded by family. She was a cherished wife, mother, sister, aunt, grandmother and friend and will always be remembered as a true champion of those whose lives she touched. 

Born January 11, 1952, in Hutchinson, KS she grew up adventuring the Kansas countryside with her siblings and cousins. She attended KU earning...

Jan 25, 2025

Goldie’s life began on February 10, 1940, in Fisk, MO. She was the daughter of Pearly O. and Mildred P. (Tyree) Wheeler. Goldie was united in marriage to Wesley Clifton White, Sr. on August 13, 1970, in Poplar Bluff, MO. Goldie was a homemaker taking care of her family. She was an avid bingo player and enjoyed crocheting. Goldie was...

Jan 25, 2025

Robert J. Vajnar was born June 29th, 1941, in Hillsboro, KS. His parents were Joe and Edna Vajnar. Robert was baptized as an infant at St. John’s Lutheran Church in Tampa, KS. On May 22nd, 1955, he was confirmed. Robert graduated from Tampa High School in 1959. He played basketball at Tampa High School. He cared deeply for animals. He...

Jan 23, 2025

Tom’s life began on February 2, 1954, in Fort Scott. He was the son of Alva Otis Hite, Jr., and Joyce Marie (Larcom) Hite. He was a graduate of Rose Hill High School. Tom worked for the Sante Fe railroad for 42 years, serving as a brakeman, conductor, and engineer. He was full of life and enjoyed the outdoors. Tom...

Jan 20, 2025

Kendall Layne Harding, 29, of Lost Springs, Kansas passed away Monday, January 20th, 2025. He was born August 23rd, 1995, in Emporia, Kansas to Kelsey Leon and Lois Irene (Miser) Harding. Kendall was baptized as an infant at Council Grove Methodist Church.

 Kendall was a graduate of Centre High School class of 2013. Kendall loved hunting, fishing, and spending time with...

Jan 19, 2025

On Sunday, January 19th, 2025, the greatest man we’ve ever known, moved to a beautiful gated community called Heaven to live eternally with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ!

Larry Joe Miller was placed on this earth on October 3rd, 1939, into the arms of Glenn and Mary (Hensley) Miller. Born and raised in Kansas, he mostly lived the country life...

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...

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....

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

Jan 9, 2025