Obituaries

Robert "Bob" Starr

Robert "Bob" Starr

Oct 27, 2026

Robert "Bob" Starr, 69, passed away Tuesday, October 27, 2026. He was born September 20, 1957 to Robert and Katherine (Spencer) Starr in St. Petersburg, FL.

Bob retired from the United States Air Force after 20 years of service. He later worked for Cessna Aircraft Company until retiring after 25 years.

He was preceded in death by his parents; and wife of...

Nho Sounakhen

Nho Sounakhen

Oct 12, 2026

Nho Sounakhen, 78, passed away Monday, October 12, 2026. She was born July 12, 1948 to Khambai Sounakhen and Bounyong Inthavong in Xayaboury, Laos.

Her hobby, my mom love to hangout with her family and her grandchildren my mom enjoys cooking and making Lao authentic dishes.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Lein Sengthaby, and her parents.

Nho is survived by...

Moi Thi Ngo

Moi Thi Ngo

Oct 5, 2026

IN FAITH IN JESUS CHRIST, WHO DIED AND ROSE AGAINWith deep sorrow, our family respectfully announces to the clergy, religious communities, relatives, friends, and loved ones the passing of our beloved: Anna Ngô Thị Mới, Born March 4, 1950 In Ninh Hòa, VietnamCalled home to the Lord at 10:37 PM Monday, October 5, 2026 in Wichita, Kansas, USA, at the age...

Nouanta Phouangmala

Nouanta Phouangmala

Oct 5, 2026

Nouanta Phouangmala, 74, passed away Monday, October 5, 2026. He was born September 30, 1952 in Vientiane, Laos.

Nouanta was a devoted husband, father, and a beloved pillar of his family and community. Deeply connected to his culture and faith, he brought joy to gatherings as a talented singer and musician within the local Wat Lao community. Naturally brilliant and resourceful,...

Lucy Nguyen

Lucy Nguyen

Oct 2, 2026

Lucy Nguyen, 76, passed away Friday, October 2, 2026. She was born September 20, 1950 in Saigon, Vietnam.

Lucy loved shopping and eating, especially seafood and sweets. She'll be remembered for her constant drive and kind heart.

She was preceded in death by her parents.

Lucy is survived by her daughters, Cuc Nguyen, Janada Lacy, Anh Melissa Nguyen, and Anna Smothers; and grandchildren,...

Malinda Franz

Malinda Franz

Oct 1, 2026

Malinda Franz, 70, passed away Thursday, October 1, 2026. She was born May 18, 1956 to Charles and Juanita (Osborne) Kyser in Wichita, Kansas. Malinda was the first child born into this family and was affectionately often called "little doll" by her doting aunts and uncles. Malinda attended Carter Elementary School, Hadley Middle School, Heights High School, Wichita Business School,...

Hung Bui Nguyen

Hung Bui Nguyen

Sep 26, 2026

Hung Bui Nguyen, lovingly known to many as “Stevie Poo,” 62, passed away peacefully on Saturday, September 26, 2026. He was born on April 27, 1964, in Bien Hoa, Vietnam, to Long Bui and Nhieu Nguyen.

Hung was a proud graduate of Purdue University and carried with him a love of learning, family, and life. He loves watching and talking about...

Trần Thanh Văn

Trần Thanh Văn

Sep 9, 2026

Van Thanh Tran, 64, passed away Wednesday, September 9, 2026. He was born December 25, 1961 to Hon Van Tran and Tam Thi Do in Phu Quoc, Vietnam.

Van loved performing karaoke, fixing anything, traveling, eating, shopping, and spending quality time with his family.

He was preceded in death by his parents; and brothers, Nhan Van Tran and Tho Van Tran.

Van is...

Jun Cabrera Lansang

Jun Cabrera Lansang

Sep 8, 2026

Jun was born on March 1,1980, in Angeles City-Pampanga, Philippines to his amazing parents Angelita Cabrera (8/23/1947-5/5/2000) and Francisco Lansang. Growing up in the Philippines, Jun enjoyed playing with his brothers Romwel and Rohnel whom he loved dearly. They shared the love of basketball and swimming. They grew up playing with their many cousins. Jun often like to tell stories...

Thanh Thi Nguyen

Thanh Thi Nguyen

Aug 19, 2026

Thanh was born in Saigon, Vietnam in May 13th, 1948 and had migrated over to the U.S. in 1996, where she later became a citizen in 2003. She married in 1967 to Anh Dinh Pham, and had her five children, Hung Pham married to Loan Le, Trang Pham married to Chris Black, Cuong Pham married to Trinh Vo, Linh Pham,...

Tieng Thi Son

Tieng Thi Son

Aug 14, 2026

Tieng Thi Son, 81, passed away Friday, August 14, 2026. She was born November 16, 1944 to Do and Huy Son in Soc Trang, Vietnam.

She was preceded in death by her parents; and husband, Cuol Lam.

Tieng is survived by her children, Lam Thanh Loi, Lam Thi Cam Hong, Billy Lam, Lam Hung Cuong, Lam Thi Cam Chau, Lam Thanh Ha,...

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...