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...
Ron Nikone Laosen
Jan 14, 2026
Ron Nikone Laosen, 66, passed away Wednesday, January 14, 2026. He was born July 11, 1959 to Dern and Lath (Koumphon) Phiaphom in Vangvieng, Laos.Ron enjoyed fishing, photography, videography, and playing with his dogs. He'll be remembered for his sense of humor and ability to make everyone laugh.
He was preceded in death by his parents.
Ron is survived by his wife...
Phon Meas
Jan 13, 2026
Phon Meas, 96, passed away Tuesday, January 13, 2026. She was born March 1, 1929 in Battambang, Cambodia.Phon loved gardening and spending time with her family.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Sok Chhut; and son-in-law, Raing Chhorm.
Phon is survived by her children, Aun Meas, Heang Sok, Veng Sok, Hap Sok, Han Sok, San Sok, and Song Sok; and...
Sam Noeun
Jan 10, 2026
Sam Noeun, 66, passed away Saturday, January 10, 2026. He was born January 4, 1960 in Krong Battambang, Cambodia.Sam immigrated to the United States in the 1980's and lived in Portland, OR for several years. He worked at Epson Printers until 1997 when the family moved to Kansas. Sam worked at DJ Engineering as a handformer for the rest of...
Sakhoeun Yith
Jan 5, 2026
Sakhoeun Yith, 45, passed away Monday, January 5, 2026. He was born August 25, 1980 to Chhim and Samen (You) Yith in Khao-I-Dang, Thailand.Sakhoeun was a big fan of the Kansas City Chiefs and enjoyed watching movies and 'Forensic Files.' He'll be remembered for the love and care he shared with his nieces, nephews, and cousins.
He was preceded in death...
Aaron Nicholas
Dec 29, 2025
Aaron Nicholas, aged 42, of Wichita, Kansas, passed away on December 29, 2025. Born on September 17, 1983, in Wichita, Kansas, he was a devoted husband, father, brother, and friend who touched the lives of many with his warmth and generosity.
Aaron dedicated many years to his career in engineering at Textron Aviation, where his hard work and expertise were greatly...
Marvin L. Cain
Dec 17, 2025
Marvin L. Cain, age 92 of Wichita, KS passed away on December 17, 2025. He was born in Benkelman, NE to Laurence and Veta Cain.
In 1952 he joined the Army, serving in the Korean Conflict, Germany, at the Pentagon, and White House; retiring in 1972 as a Master Sergeant.
After living in Minnesota and Kansas City, MO, Marvin went to work...
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