Recent Obituaries
Fred K. Church
Jun 7, 2026
Fred K. Church, age 78, of Iola, Kansas, passed away on June 7, 2026, in the comfort of his own home.
Fred was born on November 16, 1947, to Thomas Andrew Church and Mary Loraine (Hester) Church, in Iola, Kansas.
Fred attended Pittsburg State University, where he earned a Bachelor's Degree in Social Work. He dedicated his career to helping...
Pamela Sue Rogers
Jun 3, 2026
Pamela Sue Rogers, age 70, of Iola, Kansas, passed away on June 3, 2026, at Medicalodges in Iola.
Pamela was born on September 25, 1955, in Iola, Kansas, to Edward Rogers and Helen (Lane) Rogers. Pamela was the oldest out of her 4 siblings and was the only girl to her 3 brothers, Edward "Buddy" O Rogers (Pamela L Rogers),...
Mary Rickabaugh
Jun 3, 2026
Mary Rickabaugh, age 88, of Greeley, Kansas, passed away on Wednesday, June 3, 2026, at Parkview Heights in Garnett.
Mary Bernadina Landwehr was born December 14, 1937, at the Gerth Cabin near Greeley, Kansas, she was the sixth of eleven children born to Aloysius "Ollie" and Lenora (Kratzberg) Landwehr. A dedicated student, she graduated as the valedictorian of her class in...
Chuck Hutton
Jun 2, 2026
It is with profound sorrow, yet hearts full of gratitude and cherished memories, that we announce the passing of Charles Nolan Hutton Jr. ("Chuck"), age 70, of Iola, Kansas, who passed peacefully June 2, 2026, surrounded by his family. Known for his unwavering love, steadfast wisdom, clever wit, and twisted humor, he leaves behind a legacy that will echo in...
Roy Willis
Jun 1, 2026
Roy Willis, age 83, of Ottawa, Kansas, passed away on Monday, June 1, 2026, at Rock Creek of Ottawa.
He was born on March 10, 1943, in Morris, Illinois, to Vern and Stella (Lashley) Willis. Roy grew up in Braidwood, Illinois, as one of ten children and graduated from Braidwood High School.
In October 1962, Roy was united in marriage...
Mavis Kline
May 30, 2026
Mavis LeAnn Kline, age 2, of Iola, Kansas, passed away on May 30, 2026, at Children's Mercy Hospital in Kansas City, Missouri.
Mavis was born on March 15, 2024, in Chanute, Kansas, to Tim and Ciara Kline. Though her time on earth was far too brief, her life was overflowing with love, laughter, and joy. In just two short years,...
Lavern Franklin Hartman
May 29, 2026
Lavern "Vernie" Franklin Hartman, 86, passed away peacefully on May 29, 2026. Born in Garnett, KS and raised around Blue Mound, KS area. Vernie was a man who carried a contagious smile, a quiet demeanor, and a legendary streak of mischief throughout his entire life.
In his younger years, Vernie learned the value of hard work farming alongside his father, but...
Joyce Keilen
May 27, 2026
Joyce Keilen, age 75, of Garnett, Kansas, passed away on Wednesday, May 27, 2026, at her home.
Joyce Arlene McCullough was born on August 29, 1950, in Colony, Kansas. She was the sixth of six children born to Loren and Violet (Ewing) McCullough. She was raised in Iola, Kansas, where she attended school.
On July 2, 1982, Joyce was united...
Irene Leola Clark
May 27, 2026
Irene Leola Clark, age 80, of Iola, Kansas, passed away on May 27, 2026.
Irene was born on July 22, 1945, in Buffalo, Kansas, to Raymond and Elaine (Laude) Hardin. She grew up in southeast Kansas and graduated from Altoona Midway High School in 1964. Later she attended cosmetology school in Independence, Kansas, where she developed her passion for helping...
Bonnie Mae Beauchamp
May 26, 2026
Bonnie Beauchamp, age 88, of Chanute, Kansas, formerly of Garnett, passed away on Tuesday, May 26, 2026, at CREDO Retirement Living Center in Chanute.Bonnie Mae Peters was born on July 31, 1937, in Garnett, Kansas, the daughter (middle child) of Ellsworth "Pete" and Viola (Smart) Peters. She was born in a house that was located 1 1/2 miles south of...
Wilson Blow
May 26, 2026
Wilson Eugene Blow, age 77, of Garnett, Kansas, passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family on Tuesday, May 26, 2026, at Olathe Medical Center in Olathe, Kansas.
He was born on August 10, 1948, the son of Nelson E. and Mary Irene (Taylor Robarge) Blow. Wilson was raised in many different areas but primarily in the Reading and Topeka...
Lori Ann Ensminger
May 26, 2026
Lori Ann Ensminger passed away peacefully on May 26, 2026, at KU Medical Center, surrounded by the love of her family.
Lori Mitchell was born on May 22, 1964, in Sacramento, California, to Loren and Marvilla "Bobbie" (Zeigler) Mitchell. She later made her home in Iola, Kansas, where she grew up and formed many lifelong friendships. Lori graduated from Iola...
Lois Marie Bradford
May 26, 2026
Lois Marie Bradford, age 93, of Iola, Kansas, passed away May 26, 2026, at Greystone Assisted Living, Iola, Kansas. Lois was born September 8, 1932, in rural LeRoy, Kansas, to Arthur Miller and Merle (Dreisbach) Miller.
Lois and John O. Houston were married May 27, 1950. This union had three children: Brenda, Denise, and Russell. John preceded Lois in death...
Susan Catron
May 25, 2026
Susan Catron, age 50, peacefully passed away in May 2026. She was surrounded by her loving family.
Susan was born to George and Shirley Catron and was their youngest daughter.
Growing up as the fifth out of six children, she was a very independent and rambunctious individual. You could not keep her from being outside either playing with her friends...
Christopher Bowen
May 25, 2026
Christopher Bowen, 36, passed away on May 25, 2026, at Shawnee Mission Medical Center, surrounded by his loving family.
Chris was born on March 11, 1990, in Garnett to Jackie Bowen. He grew up in Garnett and attended school there, building lifelong friendships.
Chris was known for his strong work ethic and caring heart. He spent time working in the oil fields...
Bill Poovey
May 25, 2026
Billy Max Poovey, age 73, of Westphalia, Kansas, passed away on Monday, May 25, 2026, at his home on the farm after a courageous yearlong battle with cancer.
Bill was born on February 12, 1953 in Garnett, Kansas , the son of Waldo Poovey and Ethel (Green) Poovey. Bill grew up on the family farm, surrounded by wheat fields, gravel...
Katie Keim
May 23, 2026
Katie Esther Keim, age 54, passed away peacefully at home on Saturday, May 23, 2026, surrounded by her family. Katie courageously faced her cancer battle before going home to be with the Lord.
She was born on June 23, 1971, to Floyd and Lorene (Yoder) Keim, the oldest of 11 children.
Katie grew up on the family dairy farm. Life consisted of...
Patricia A. Karr
May 23, 2026
Patricia Ann Karr, age 69, of Humboldt, Kansas, passed away May 23, 2026, at Ascension Via Christi - Saint Francis, Wichita, Kansas. Trish was born May 20, 1957, in Phoenix, Arizona, to Ray Black and Frances (Baker) Schmitt.
Trish and John Karr were married December 22, 1984, in Morrilton, Arkansas. Trish was a homemaker.
Trish enjoyed baking and cooking, and...
Cynthia M. Dustin
May 21, 2026
Cynthia Dustin, 72, a beloved mother, sister, grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully on May 21, 2026, at St. Luke's Hospital, surrounded by her loving family.
Born on November 30, 1953, in Denver, Colorado, Cynthia was the daughter of Charles and Lucille Feehan. She proudly served her country in the United States Army as a Specialist Fourth Class (SP4) and...
Janice Lynn (Sigg) Carroll
May 21, 2026
Janice Lynn Carroll (Sigg), age 70, passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family on May 21, 2026, at The University of Kansas Health System.
She was born on May 9, 1956, in El Paso, Texas, to Don Sigg and Patsy (Weeks) McGowan. Janice was raised in Iola, where she spent her childhood and graduated from Iola High School...
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