Obituaries

Mary "Natalie" Hutchens

Mary "Natalie" Hutchens

Jun 4, 2025

Mary Natalie Hutchens ("Nat”) of Wichita, KS age 90, passed away peacefully at her home on June 4th, 2025, with her loving husband at her side.

Born on May 4, 1935, in Wichita, KS, Natalie was the fourth of five children to Eva McKiernan (Cooper), originally from Danville, Kansas, and Richard Noel Cooper, Sr., who was born in Chicago, Illinois, and...

Sarah Jane Anderson Davis

Sarah Jane Anderson Davis

May 15, 2025

Sarah Jane Anderson Davis, 77, passed away May 15, 2025. She was born December 17, 1947 to Albert W. and Virginia L. (Jackson) Anderson in Wichita, KS.

Poet, writer, artist, designer, engineer, counselor, business woman, mother, wife, inspiration.

She was preceded in death by her parents; brother, Charles Anderson; niece, Becky Anderson Dryman. Sarah is survived by her husband of 28 years,...

Tek Bob Kaska

Tek Bob Kaska

May 11, 2025

Tek Bob Kaska, 68, passed away May 11, 2025. He was born December 25, 1956 in Vientiane, Laos.

Tek worked as a painter at Spirit Aerosystems. He enjoyed grilling and smoking meats and watching sports, music, and food videos.

He was preceded in death by his brother, Bounseng Boutkaska.  Tek is survived by wife Sarah; children, Sophia Kaska, Eric Kaska, and Andrew...

Jeff L. Marshall

Jeff L. Marshall

May 7, 2025

Jeff Lane Marshall, 66, passed away on May 7, 2025. Born on February 2, 1959, in Tulsa, Oklahoma, he was the son of Lawrence and Donata (Wagner) Marshall and the younger brother of Jane Davis.

Jeff was married to the love of his life, Kathleen “Kat” Marshall, for 32 years. Together, they built a life full of laughter, love, and shared...

Thongsouk Southam

Thongsouk Southam

May 7, 2025

Thongsouk Southam, 65, passed away at 11:11 am on May 7, 2025. She was born December 10, 1959 Vientiane, Laos.

Thongsouk(Souk) came to the United States from Vientiane, Laos in 1980 for a better life for her, her husband and 3 year old daughter. As time evolved she grew a family adding another daughter and a son. Everything she did was...

Kevin Thammavongsa

Kevin Thammavongsa

May 5, 2025

Kevin Thammavongsa, 29, passed away May 5, 2025. He was born December 12, 1995 to Angelo and Sabrina (Khaonhay) Thammavongsa in Wichita, KS.

Kevin is an alumni of Northeast Magnet High School. He was a big fan of the LA Chargers football team and KU Jayhawk basketball. Kevin was a proud father to his newborn and would never miss an opportunity...

Jennifer Jeannine (Berk) Haney

Jennifer Jeannine (Berk) Haney

Apr 26, 2025

Jennifer Jeannine “Jenny” (Berk) Haney, 46, passed away Saturday, April 26, 2025. She was born December 20, 1978, to Clarence George “Terry” and Wanda Sue (Burleson) Berk in Lawton, OK.

Jenny grew up on the Artillery Base at Fort Sill, OK, and Churchville, MD, before moving to Wichita, KS, where she attended 2nd-12th grade. Jenny was active in dance and gymnastics,...

Boondarig Aswarithdumrong

Boondarig Aswarithdumrong

Apr 21, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved Boondarig Aswarithdumrong, affectionately known as Rick or Tai, was born on August 19, 1971, in Bangkok, Thailand and passed away peacefully at home on April 21, 2025, surrounded by the love of his family.

For seven years, Rick served as a Quality Supervisor at Weckworth Manufacturing Inc., where...

Charles Lewis Morley

Charles Lewis Morley

Apr 21, 2025

Charles Morley, 82, passed away Monday, April 21, 2025. He was born July 27, 1942 to Charles and Mary (Ziegler) Morley in Wichita, KS.

Charles served on the US Coral Sea in the Navy for 2 years. He then started his career as a lineman with KG&E, earned a degree in electrical engineering, and worked his way up to a supervisor...

Nguyễn Lệ Hường

Nguyễn Lệ Hường

Apr 11, 2025

Huong Le Nguyen, 79, loving mother and grandmother, passed away April 11, 2025. She was born October 10, 1947 to Son Kim Dang and Hoa Thi Nguyen in Tay Ninh, Vietnam.

Huong will be remembered for the kindness that she showed everyone. She was a dedicated member of Cao Dai Temple.

She was preceded in death by her parents.

Huong is survived by...

Marie Maude Jean Francois

Marie Maude Jean Francois

Apr 2, 2025

Marie Maude Jean Francois, 58, passed away April 2, 2025. she was born June 4, 1966 to Louis Pierre and Resia Jean in Saint-Michel-de-l'Atalaye, Haiti.

She was preceded in death by her father. Marie is survived by husband, Erick Jean Francois; children, Marie Esther Jean Francois, Jessica Elizabeth Jean Francois, Bruce Jonathan Jean Francois, and Hally Jean Francois; her mother; and...

James M. Grainger

James M. Grainger

Apr 2, 2025

James M. Grainger, beloved Father and Grandfather passed away peacefully on April 2, 2025 at age 73. He was born to Harold and Wanda (Taylor) Grainger in Wichita, KS. On September 3, 1951.

Jim grew up with his Dad and an Uncle in the car body business and it truly made an impression on him. As a teenager he began his...

Ronald D. Jackson

Ronald D. Jackson

Mar 20, 2025

Ronald D. Jackson, 82, passed away Thursday, March 20, 2025. He was born July 17, 1942 to Harold and Lois (Compton) Jackson in Wichita, KS.

Ronald will be remembered for his generous heart. He was very athletic in his younger years and played football for WSU. Ronald was an restauranteur before working at Boeing as a buyer. He spent most of...

Norma Swindell

Norma Swindell

Mar 18, 2025

Norma Swindell, 98, passed away Tuesday, March 18, 2025. She was born September 27, 1926 to Milo and Tillie (Coil) Amstutz in Tulsa, OK.

Norma enjoyed gardening and traveling, but especially spending time with her family.

She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Marvin Swindell; and brothers, Ray Amstutz and Glen Amstutz. Norma is survived by her son, Robert (Brenda)...

Julia Britton

Julia Britton

Mar 4, 2025

Julia Britton, 80, loving mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away Tuesday, March 4, 2025. She was born January 2, 1945 to Paul Forster and Modean (Griffith) Baert in Joplin, MO. 

Julia retired from Wesley Medical Center as a Unit Clerk in 2011 after 30 years of service. She loved animals and adopted several from the Kansas Humane Society. Julia enjoyed watching...

Mark Evan Dodds

Mark Evan Dodds

Feb 26, 2025

Mark Evan Dodds passed away Wednesday, February 26, 2025 at age 64. He was born in Sacramento, CA, to George and Aletta Dodds. 

Mark lived in locations around the world and across the country, but his favorite place to be was at home, wherever that was at the time.

He made friends everywhere he went. He started conversations with people wherever he was,...

Bounmy Chansaveng

Bounmy Chansaveng

Feb 7, 2025

Bounmy Chansaveng, 73, passed away Friday, February 7, 2025. He was born March 16, 1951 in Luang Prabang, Laos. 

Bounmy is survived by his sons, Texakone Chansaveng and Mackallan Chansaveng; and siblings, Khamkeo Siravantha, Thongdy Kounpasut, and Sangchan Silavantha. 

Visitation: Thursday, February 13, 2025 and Friday, February 14, 2025, from 3 to 6 pm. Traditional Buddhist Service: 1 pm, Saturday, February 15,...

Brittain Lolley

Brittain Lolley

Feb 7, 2025

Britt Lolley, 66, passed away after a short battle with cancer. He was born to John W. Lolley and Anita L (Mathis) Lolley in Wichita KS.

He was preceded in death by his father, John; mother, Anita; and sister, Becky Lolley. Britt is survived by his wife Jean A. (Goodwin) Lolley; daughter, Tara Lolley; son, Sean Lolley; and sister, Felicia Goodwin. 

No...

Alyssa Jade Flores

Alyssa Jade Flores

Jan 24, 2025

Alyssa Jade Flores, 9, passed away Friday, January 24, 2025. She was born May 25, 2015 to Eric Flores and Dokkeo Keodouangkham in Wichita, KS. 

Alyssa brought light and joy to everyone she met with her beautiful smile, love for music, and mischievous spirit. Born a fighter, she overcame challenges with resilience, teaching us the meaning of unconditional love and the...

Russell Taylor

Russell Taylor

Jan 23, 2025

Russell Taylor, 56, passed away Thursday, January 23, 2025. He was born December 22, 1968 in Wichita, KS. 

Russell will be remembered for his sense of humor and generous nature. 

Russell is survived by his wife, Lucy; sons, Austin Taylor, Jordan (Megan) Glover, and Jace (Liley) Glover; mother, Sharon (Tom) Wilhite; and 7 grandchildren. 

Visitation: Friday, January 31, 2025, from 4 to 7...