Wyatt Lee Whitham

Wyatt Lee Whitham, age 16, of Kincaid, Kansas, passed away on Sunday, June 8, 2025, the result of an accident.

Wyatt was born on April 9, 2009, in Olathe, Kansas. He was the first of three children born to Shane and Jessica (Hayes) Whitham. Wyatt was a vibrant young man with an infectious spirit and a zest for life. He found joy in all things outdoors, whether he was riding four-wheelers, working on vehicles, or meticulously mowing the lawn with perfectly straight lines.

Wyatt possessed a remarkable mechanical aptitude, often found welding or fixing anything that needed attention. He was an eager learner, always ready to try new things and embrace a challenge. His entrepreneurial spirit shone through in his car detailing and washing business, which he started with a friend. Wyatt approached life with a playful heart, never taking things too seriously, and was always quick with a goofy face when a camera appeared.

A true friend to many and a best friend to several, Wyatt's kind nature and loyalty touched countless lives. He attended St. Rose School through the eighth grade and recently completed his sophomore year at Anderson County Senior High School, where he planned to pursue a career as a welder. Wyatt enjoyed playing football, basketball, and baseball from his youth through high school. Beyond his mechanical talents, he was also a gifted artist, with his pencil drawings earning several awards. Music was a significant outlet for Wyatt, and he could create the perfect playlist for every vibe, often speaking on his behalf through the songs he chose. When Wyatt was "going," he was truly going, living each moment to the fullest.

Wyatt is survived by his loving parents, Shane and Jessica Whitham; his sister, Graycelyn; and his brother, Johnston, all of the home. He also leaves behind his paternal grandparents, Warren and Debbie Whitham of Overland Park, Kansas; and his maternal grandparents, Gary and Cheryl Hayes of Garnett, Kansas.

Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Thursday, June 19, 2025, at Holy Angels Catholic Church in Garnett, Kansas. Burial will follow at the Holy Angels Cemetery in Garnett. A Rosary will be held at 6:00 p.m. on Wednesday evening, followed by visitation at the Holy Angels Church. Memorial contributions may be made to the Wyatt Whitham Memorial Fund (to be designated at a later date) and left in care of Feuerborn Family Funeral Service, P.O. Box 408, Garnett, Kansas 66032. Condolences may be left for the family at www.feuerbornfuneral.com.