Obituaries

Donna J Gorton

Donna J Gorton

Jun 17, 2026

Donna Jean Gorton, 76, passed away Wednesday, June 17, 2026. She was born July 13, 1949 to Donald and Agnes (Bifulco) Dolan in Monticello, NY.

Donna met Milan through a mutual friend and the rest is history. In the early years of their marriage of 55 years, they embraced the uncertainties and adventures of military life. Frequent moves, new communities, and...

James Sayonh

James Sayonh

Jun 10, 2026

James Sayonh, 77, passed away Wednesday, June 10, 2026. He was born March 2, 1949 in Ban Pakmi, Laos.

James loved traveling, fishing, hunting, and watching sports on television. He was an active member of the Lao Baptist Church where he was a deacon. James will be remembered for his generous heart and willingness to help others.

He was preceded in death...

Chamroeun “Johnny” Veth

Chamroeun “Johnny” Veth

Jun 7, 2026

Chamroeun “Johnny” Veth, 75, passed away Sunday, June 7, 2026. He was born November 7, 1950 in Battombong, Cambodia.

Johnny enjoyed fishing, traveling, and playing with his grandkids. Johnny also enjoyed watching many sports like basketball, football, kickboxing, boxing, volleyball, and soccer.

He was preceded in death by his parents and daughter, Nhep “Kristy” Roeun.

Johnny is survived by his wife of 56...

Thanh Huynh

Thanh Huynh

May 27, 2026

Thanh Huynh, 69, passed away Wednesday, May 27, 2026. He was born January 18, 1957 in Ben Tre, Vietnam.

Thanh worked at Boeing/Spirit for 33 years. He loved spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren, who all called him "Papa." Thanh will be remembered for his sense of humor.

He was preceded in death by his parents.

Thanh is survived by his...

David Lee Sicard

David Lee Sicard

May 24, 2026

David Lee Sicard, 60, passed away Sunday, May 24, 2026. He was born May 29, 1965 to Donald "Snowball" Sicard and Margaret Davis in Concordia, KS.

David enjoyed spending time with his children, grandchildren, their friends and his friends. He loved fishing and going to the lake. He was called Crockett by his dad, a name that he held dear to...

Nguyen Huu Phuoc

Nguyen Huu Phuoc

May 22, 2026

Phuoc Huu Nguyen, 60, passed away unexpectedly on Friday, May 22, 2026. He was born on February 28, 1966, to Con and Thai (Phung) Nguyen in Saigon, Vietnam.

Phuoc’s sudden passing has left his family and friends heartbroken. He was deeply loved not only by his family, but also by everyone fortunate enough to know him. With his fun-loving spirit, warm...

Chhom Phon Chan

Chhom Phon Chan

May 18, 2026

Chhom Phon Chan, 85, passed away peacefully on Monday, May 18, 2026. He was born January 6, 1941, to Chan and Preng Thach in Bac Lieu, Vietnam.

Chhom was a kind, gentle, and caring man whose life was defined by hard work, sacrifice, resilience, and love for his family. He was the person people could always count on. Whether someone needed...

Somphouh Vongsakda

Somphouh Vongsakda

May 16, 2026

Somphouh Vongsakda, 64, loving wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother passed away Saturday, May 16, 2026. She was born December 22, 1961 to King and Hou Vangdy in Hadxayfong, Laos.

To know Somphouh was to love her and she'll be remembered for always being the life of any party.

She was preceded in death by her parents; brothers, Sou Vangdy, You Vangdy, Phet...

Rebecca Van Blaricon

Rebecca Van Blaricon

May 7, 2026

Rebecca Van Blaricon, 76, passed away Thursday, May 7, 2026. She was born December 10, 1949 to Earl and Lorraine (Bishop) Dungan in Winfield, Kansas.

Rebecca enjoyed photography and spending time in nature, especially in Colorado.

She was preceded in death by her parents.

Rebecca is survived by her husband of 53 years, Floyd Van Baricon; sons, Matthew Van Blaricon and Brian (Emily)...

Kandatege Wimalasena

Kandatege Wimalasena

Apr 30, 2026

Kandatege Wimalasena, 74, passed away Thursday, April 30, 2026 in Wichita, Kansas. Wimalasena was born March 12, 1952 in Rambawewa, Sri Lanka to P. Kandate and P. B. Dingirimenika, he was the second oldest of eight children. He pursued his early education at Anuradhapura Central and Matale Science College. He went on to earn a Chemistry Special degree at University...

Jennifer Marie Engelbrecht

Jennifer Marie Engelbrecht

Apr 23, 2026

Jennifer Marie Engelbrecht, 41, fell asleep in the LORD on Thursday, April 23, 2026. She was born in Wichita, Kansas, to Curtis and Debra Engelbrecht.

Jennifer, who went by Jenni, was deeply passionate about cars, especially Corvettes. Jenni found joy in every part of them. She also loved art in all its forms, and she had a particular fondness for Sharpies,...

Đoàn Ngọc Mước

Đoàn Ngọc Mước

Apr 6, 2026

Đoàn Ngọc Mước, 83, passed away Monday, April 6, 2026. He was born May 14, 1942 to Rong and Xua (Vo) Doan in An Giang, Vietnam.

Muoc enjoyed reading books and staying up to date on current events. He was an avid gardener. Muoc will be remembered as a loving husband, father, and grandfather.

He was preceded in death by his parents.

Muoc...

Virakone Bouaravanh

Virakone Bouaravanh

Apr 1, 2026

Virakone Bouaravanh, 51, passed away Wednesday, April 1, 2026. He was born November 4, 1974 to Mone and Ting (Sammouthsay) Bouaravanh in Vientiane, Laos.

Virakone loved fishing and cooking. He'll be remembered as the life of every party, his generosity and kindness, and his willingness to help anyone.

He was preceded in death by his father.

Virakone is survived by his mother; sister,...

Lawrence "Ed" Hisken

Lawrence "Ed" Hisken

Mar 31, 2026

Lawrence "Ed" Hisken, 95, passed away Tuesday, March 31, 2026. He was born August 26, 1930 to Russell and Eva (Barnett) Hisken in Wichita, KS.

He was preceded in death by his wife of over 40 years, Fonda Hisken; his parents; children, Barbara Sue Scott, Erwin Lee Scott, and Sherry Gale Hisken.

Lawrence is survived by his daughter, Karen (Keith) Blevins; son,...

Brenda Absetz

Brenda Absetz

Mar 20, 2026

Brenda Absetz, 82, passed away Friday, March 20, 2026. She was born January 1, 1944 to Howard and Hallie (Lindley) Ramage in Gideon, MO.

Brenda loved traveling to Hawaii, enjoyed gardening, and going to the casinos with her husband.

She was preceded in death by her husband of 56 years Ronald Absetz, sons Ronald Jr. and Michael, her parents, and her brother...

Vern Holzman

Vern Holzman

Mar 15, 2026

Vern Holzman, age 97, passed away on Sunday, March 15, 2026, in Wichita, Kansas.

He was born on February 1, 1929, in Wichita, Kansas, to the late Leo and Emma Holzman. Vern was one of ten children.

Vern proudly served in the United States Marines for two years. He was a dedicated employee of Belger Cartage for 27 years. Vern loved driving...

Stephen "Pops" Blackwood

Stephen "Pops" Blackwood

Mar 7, 2026

Stephen "Pops" Blackwood, 68, passed away Saturday, March 7, 2026. He was born February 28, 1958 to Delbert "Gene" and June "Lois" (Phillips) Blackwood in Wichita, KS.

Stephen loved camping, fishing, going on cruises, but most of all, spending time with his family.

He was preceded in death by his parents; wife of 35 years, Judy Blackwood; and daughter, April Blackwood.

Stephen is...

Lakeo Bouddhara

Lakeo Bouddhara

Mar 7, 2026

Lakeo Bouddhara, 60, passed away March 7, 2026, in Garden City, KS. She was born May 5, 1965 to Bouakham and Khamphoy Koulaboud in Vientiane, Laos.

Lakeo loved to garden and be around plants. She had a major green thumb. Lakeo enjoyed cooking for friends and family. She will be remembered as a strong willed, busy body, and hardworking woman. Lakeo...

Trần Van Nhan

Trần Van Nhan

Mar 3, 2026

Trần Van Nhan, 72, passed away Tuesday, March 3, 2026. He was born April 20, 1953 to Hon Van Tran and Tam Thi Do in Phu Quoc, Vietnam.

Nhan loved being outdoors, doing landscaping, and working in his garden. He enjoyed hanging out with family, friends, and watching sports. Nhan was hardworking and took care of his family.

He was preceded in...

Rose Marie Mintz

Rose Marie Mintz

Feb 23, 2026

Rose Marie Mintz, 82, loving mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away Monday, February 23, 2026. She was born June 2, 1943, the oldest of Clifford and Lavonne (Tyler) Williams in Osborne, KS. Rose Marie was an avid quilter and a member of multiple quilting guilds. She will be remembered for her sense of adventure in her travels and independence. Rose...