Obituaries

Tran Thuy Crane

Tran Thuy Crane

Jul 25, 2026

Tran Thuy Crane, 84, passed away Saturday, July 25, 2026. She was born May 10, 1942 in Saigon, Vietnam.

She was preceded in death by her parents; daughter-in-law, Christina Crane.

Tran is survived by her husband of 55 years, Randell E. Crane; sons, Randell Crane II, Nathen Crane, and Travis (Fiona) Crane; grandchildren, Courtney Crane, Rebekah Crane, Cathryn Crane, Briana Dehnke, and...

Hoàng Minh Trí

Hoàng Minh Trí

Jul 22, 2026

Hoàng Minh Trí, 73, passed away Wednesday, July 22nd, 2026. He was born April 7th, 1953, to Hoàng Phán and Kiều Thị Dậu in Quang Nam Province, Vietnam.

He will be remembered for his quiet strength, unwavering dedication, and deep love for his family. Tough, hardworking, and a little stubborn, he faced every challenge with determination. From repairing motorcycles in Vietnam...

Kirk Workman

Kirk Workman

Jul 15, 2026

Kirk Melvin Workman was born on December 22, 1960, in Fort Collins, Colorado, to Vesta Joan Douglas and Jack Melvin Workman. Kirk dedicated 45 years to his career at Coleman, where he worked as a control mechanic from 1980 until his retirement in 2025. Kirk had a deep appreciation for the outdoors and especially enjoyed hunting, fishing, and archery. He...

Larry Ray Pierce

Larry Ray Pierce

Jul 2, 2026

Larry Ray Pierce, 81, of Wichita, Kansas, passed away peacefully under hospice care on July 2, 2026.

He was born on January 25, 1945, in Wichita, Kansas, to the late Ray Otis Pierce and Betty Sue Moore Pierce.

Larry graduated from East High School in 1963. Soon after, he joined the United States Navy, serving six years on active duty as a...

Stephen Clyde Dunn

Stephen Clyde Dunn

Jun 29, 2026

Stephen Clyde Dunn, 76, passed away Monday, June 29, 2026. He was born on January 29, 1950 to V. Gordon and Jean (Resler) Dunn in Wichita, KS.

Stephen was a loving father to two daughters and a devoted caregiver of his mother for many years. He was an avid golfer who had countless bogeys and 7 holes-in-one. He loved attending golf...

Nguyễn Duy Đức

Nguyễn Duy Đức

Jun 27, 2026

In Loving Memory of Đức Duy Nguyễn (Pháp Danh: Nhựt Tiến)

Đức Duy Nguyễn was born in 1965 in Vietnam, where he spent his childhood surrounded by a large and loving family. He was one of nine siblings, growing up with two older sisters, two older brothers, two younger sisters, and two younger brothers. From an early age, Đức was known for...

Trương Quốc Kenny

Trương Quốc Kenny

Jun 26, 2026

Kenny Quoc Truong, 21, passed away Friday, June 26, 2026. He was born November 16, 2004 to Kevin Truong and Hoarosie Thi Vo in Wichita, Kansas.

Kenny was a senior at Wichita State University, where he was pursuing a degree in Finance at W. Frank Barton School of Business and a member at large of the Student Managed Investment Fund. He...

Huỳnh Thị Ba

Huỳnh Thị Ba

Jun 22, 2026

Ba Thi Huynh, 79, passed away Monday, June 22, 2026. She was born June 5, 1947 to Tu Huynh and Buc Pham in Can Gio, Vietnam.

From her grandchildren:

Grandma was our foundation—the village we all needed and the glue that held each and every one of us together. She made sure everyone was fed, cared for, and happy. Her love, kindness,...

Michael Jess Lawrie

Michael Jess Lawrie

Jun 20, 2026

Michael Jess Lawrie, age 67, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend, passed away unexpectedly in his sleep during the early morning hours of June 20, 2026, in Wichita, Kansas.

Mike was the kind of person who made life feel a little lighter for everyone around him. He had a rare gift for knowing what truly mattered: family, laughter, and time...

Makiko Lancaster

Makiko Lancaster

Jun 18, 2026

Makiko "Maki" Lancaster, 79, passed away Thursday, June 18, 2026. She was born January 5, 1947 to Mitsuo and Hatsumi (Gobaru) Tsukano in Tokyo, Japan.

Maki enjoyed riding on Thomas' motorcycle, traveling, camping, and dancing.

She was preceded in death by her parents; and son, Michael Thomas Hughes.

Makiko is survived by her husband of 22 years, Thomas Lancaster; children, Angela Lancaster and...

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...