Recent Obituaries
Kenneth Jackson Groves
Aug 15, 2026
Kenneth Jackson Groves, age 81, passed away peacefully on August 15th, 2026 under the hospice care of Harry Hynes at Credo Senior Living Facility of Chanute, Kansas.
He was born on January 3, 1945, in Eldorado, Kansas, to Gerald Wayne Groves and Mary Ann (Martin) Groves, who preceded him in death, along with his beloved wife, Gladys Jane Groves.
He...
Timothy Morgan
Sep 8, 2026
Timothy Morgan, age 71, of Greeley, Kansas, passed away on Tuesday, September 8, 2026, at his home.
Tim was born on September 11, 1954, in Garnett, Kansas. He was the second of eight children born to Henry J. and Mary E. (Young) Morgan. Growing up, Tim poured his energy into 4-H and FFA; as an excellent showman who took great pride...
David Lee Flack
Sep 4, 2026
David Lee Flack, age 82, of Iola, Kansas, passed away suddenly on September 4, 2026. David was born to Russell and Virginia (Twineham) Flack on July 17, 1944, in Fort Scott, Kansas.
David graduated in 1962 from Moran High School and then from Emporia State University with a bachelor's degree in education in 1966.
David married Beverly (Brown) Flack on...
Fred David Cramer
Aug 23, 2026
Fred D. Cramer, age 76, of Humboldt, Kansas, passed away on Sunday, August 23, 2026, in Chanute, Kansas.
Fred David Cramer was born on March 9, 1950, in Iola, Kansas, to Fredrick and Anna Cramer. He later built a career as a truck driver, working for Nelson Quarry.
Fred was a strong and dependable man who could fix just about...
Bill Curtis
Aug 17, 2026
William 'Bill' Curtis passed away on August 17, shortly after celebrating his 98th birthday. He was at home with his wife, Helen Shepherd. He had many visits from friends and family during his time in hospice care at home as they reminded him of the good times.
Bill was born in LaHarpe, Kansas, and spent most of his early years...
Max Lewis
Sep 7, 2026
Max W. Lewis, 92, of Gas, Kansas, passed away on September 7, 2026.Max was born March 27, 1934, in Mildred, Kansas, to Edna (Brown) and Paul Lewis. He grew up in Iola alongside his siblings, Delbert, Doris, and Paul A. From an early age, Max had the sense of humor that would stay with him throughout his life. He was...
Deborah JoAnn Kaufman
Sep 2, 2026
Deborah JoAnn Kaufman (Kerr), age 68, passed away September 2, 2026, at Neosho Memorial Regional Medical Center, Chanute, Kansas. Deborah was born to Berkley Wayne Kerr l and Patricia Ann (Gambill) Sproul on July 13, 1958, in Iola, Kansas.Deborah was a worker, she worked summers and part-time after school as a waitress at the Chuck Shack Cafe in Iola. After...
Jeffery DeWayne Vance
Sep 9, 2026
Jeffery D. Vance, age 70, of Iola, Kansas, passed away surrounded by his loving family on September 9, 2026.
Jeffery was born to DeWayne and Catherine (Beetham) Vance on January 29, 1956, in Coffeyville, Kansas. He was raised in Labette County, specifically in Altamont, where he attended school and graduated from high school in 1974. Jeffery was proud of his...
William (Bill) Shirley
Aug 23, 2026
William Arthur "Bill" Shirley, 88, of Iola, Kansas, passed away August 23, 2026, at Allen County Regional Hospital in Iola. He was born January 5, 1938, in Carrollton, Missouri, to Hugh K. Shirley and Thelma M. (Schall) Shirley.
Bill proudly served his country in the U.S. Army for 22 years. After retiring in January 1975, he joined his family in...
Hilda E. Lankard
Sep 5, 2026
Hilda Lankard, age 92, of Garnett, Kansas, passed away on Saturday, September 5, 2026, at her home.Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:00 A.M. on Friday, October 9, 2026, at St. Boniface Catholic Church in Scipio, Kansas. Inurnment will follow in the Holy Angels Cemetery. Hilda's family will greet friends following the rosary at 6:00 P.M. Thursday evening...
Sandra Imogene Mundt
Aug 31, 2026
Sandra Imogene Mundt, was born August 3, 1938, and passed quietly on August 31, 2026. She was preceded in death by her husband (Robert), Mother (Della), 2 daughters, and beloved cousin (Peggy).
She loved. She loved her Bobby, but maybe not his cars and garage. She loved her brother and sister unquestionably. She loved food; always had a favorite restaurant...
Judith Ann Bishop -Slife
Aug 30, 2026
Judith Ann Bishop-Slife, age 71, of Iola, Kansas, passed away peacefully in her sleep on August 30, 2026 at home.
Judith was born on May 7, 1955, to Chester L. Bishop and Doris Jane Bishop, in Iola, Kansas. Judith was one of three siblings, Judith being the youngest.
Judith was a graduate of Iola High School. She was known throughout...
Jean M. Stover
Aug 26, 2026
Jean Marie Stover, age 80, of Williamsburg, Kansas passed away on Wednesday, August 26, 2026, at Richmond Healthcare and Rehab in Richmond, Kansas.
She was born November 2, 1945, in Ottawa, Illinois, the daughter of Ralph and Marie (Trompeter) Feuerborn. Jean attended Lingo one room schoolhouse in Garnett, Kansas. She graduated from Garnett High School in Garnett, Kansas, with the...
Earl Dean Carlson
Aug 24, 2026
Earl D. Carlson, age 92, of Elsmore, Kansas, passed away peacefully on Monday, August 24, 2026, at Moran Manor in Moran, Kansas.
Earl Dean Carlson was born on October 3, 1933, on the family farm west of Elsmore, Kansas, the son of Oscar Frank and Signild Marie (Nielson) Carlson. His parents were immigrants from Sweden, making Earl a first-generation American....
Gerald "Jerry" C. Pickert
Aug 23, 2026
Gerald "Jerry" Christopher Pickert, age 91, died peacefully at his home surrounded by his wife and children on Sunday, August 23, 2026.
Jerry was born on April 16, 1935, in a house along Highway 59 near Scipio, Kansas. He was the third of six children born to Frederick John Pickert and Hilda Helen (Hermreck) Pickert. Raised with a strong work...
Juliana Elaine Mader
Aug 23, 2026
Juliana Elaine (Lickteig) Mader, age 93, of Garnett, Kansas, changed her address and died peacefully on Sunday, August 23, 2026, surrounded by her family in the home she and Joe built.
She was born on September 19, 1932, the firstborn of ten children of August and Mary (Jockman) Lickteig. Julie was a lifelong resident of Anderson County. She married the love...
George Robert Butts
Aug 21, 2026
George Robert Butts, age 74, of Piqua, Kansas, passed away August 21, 2026, at the Overland Park Regional Medical Center, Overland Park, Kansas. George was born March 15, 1952, in Yates Center, Kansas, to John E. Butts and Etta A. (Calahan) Butts.
George attended school in Woodson County, Kansas. He and Mardetta Heckman were united in marriage on July 29,...
Donald Wayne Barnes
Aug 18, 2026
Donald Wayne Barnes, age 88, of Iola, Kansas, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, August 18, 2026, in Joplin, Missouri.
Donald was born on August 28, 1937, in Iola, Kansas, to Vernon and Alice (Madison) Barnes. He graduated from high school and later worked in the retail grocery industry.
Donald was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Delia Barnes; his...
Alice Jane Schill
Aug 16, 2026
Alice Jane Feuerborn Schill, 93, of Jacksonville, FL passed away on Sunday, August 16, 2026. Alice was a loving sister and aunt and loved her neighbors and friends from all over the world. She was generous to many charitable groups locally, nationally and internationally.
Alice was born on February 18, 1933, at her home in rural Anderson County, Kansas. Alice...
Roxanna Luttrell
Aug 15, 2026
Roxanna "Roxie" Caudell Luttrell, 68, of Iola, Kansas, passed away at home on the morning of August 15, 2026, surrounded by the family she loved so deeply. One of Roxie's final wishes was to spend her last days at home, and with the love and care of her family, she was able to do just that.
Roxanna was born April...
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