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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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...
Keo Phongvilai
Feb 20, 2026
Keo Phongvilai, was born on August 12, 1943 in Oudomxay, Laos and passed away peacefully at the age of 82 on Friday, February 20, 2026 surrounded by family.
In 1962, Keo proudly served in the Lao military, demonstrating courage and dedication to his country at a young age. In 1970, he married his beloved wife, Paeng, beginning a lifelong partnership built...
Patrick Showalter
Feb 12, 2026
Patrick L. “Sho” Showalter, 79, of Wichita, Kansas, passed away suddenly at his home on February 12, 2026.
Pat was born on November 22, 1946, in Rose Hill, Kansas, to Worth and Vinita Showalter. He proudly served in the Armed Forces before dedicating his career to building homes throughout the Rose Hill, Derby, and Wichita communities. Through his craftsmanship, he created...
Trần Huy Hinh
Feb 7, 2026
Trần Huy Hinh, 67, passed away Saturday, February 7, 2026. He was born October 11, 1958 to yen Thi Dang and Huyen Tran in Saigon, Vietnam.
Hinh enjoyed karaoke, playing guitar, and spending time with his family. He was a talented tool designer and machinist.
He was preceded in death by his parents. Hinh is survived by his wife Anh; children, Thao...
Christopher Lynn Oblander
Feb 6, 2026
Christopher Lynn Oblander, 53, passed away Friday, February 6, 2026. He was born May 17, 1972 in Newton, KS.
Chris had a love for cooking, hunting, fishing, and spending time with his family. He loved the Pittsburgh Steelers and Formula 1 racing.
He was preceded in death by his biological father, Burtis Oblander; mother, Judy (Arellano) Jaso; and grandparents, Virgil and Jean...
Janis K. Peter
Feb 2, 2026
Janis K. Peter, 87, died Monday, February 2, 2026. She was born July 6, 1938 in Sutton, Nebraska to William and Emma (Steinhauer) Peter.
She was preceded in death by her parents; brothers, Warren and Tom Peter; and nephews, David and Bradley Peter.
Janis is survived by her nephew, Gregory (Sandra Holmes) Peter of Chelsea, Michigan, niece Kathleen (Jimi) Young of Wichita,...
H. Jean Robinson
Feb 1, 2026
H. Jean Robinson, 92, passed away Sunday, February 1, 2026. She was born to Roy and Melva (Heinz) Phillips in Gridley, KS.
She was preceded in death by her husband of 71 years Mack Robinson, son Michael Robinson and grandchildren Jennifer Candelaria and Eric Moder. Jean is survived by her daughter Megan Robinson, Daughter-in-law Becky Robinson, Daughter Melissa and son-in-law Hervey...
Grant Tew
Jan 29, 2026
Grant Tew (Jerry Grandon Tew, Jr), age 63, passed away on Thursday, January 29, 2026. Grant was born on March 9, 1962, to Jerry and Idell Tew in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. He graduated from Jordan High School in 1980 and earned a Bachelor of Science in Chemical Engineering from North Carolina State University in 1984. He was a devoted Wolfpack...
Toni Teresa Granacher
Jan 25, 2026
Toni Teresa Granacher, a beloved wife, mother, and grandmother, passed away peacefully from natural causes on January 25, 2026, at the age of 77. Born on June 14, 1948, in Columbus, Georgia, she brought joy and love to all those who knew her.
Toni dedicated many years of her life to her work as a Stock Administrative Assistant in the financial...
Po Chath
Jan 25, 2026
Po Chath, 88, passed away Sunday, January 25, 2026. She was born June 7, 1937 to Chath and Pen (Rim) You in Battambang, Cambodia.
Po enjoyed traveling and going out.
She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Tor Chin; and son, Phan Chin.
Po is survived by her children, Sophat Chin, Chea Chin, Phon Chin, Chit Chin, and Thea Chin; 19...
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