January 7, 2025

We remember Gerald "Jerry" Lee Bohannon, 67, of Oswego, whose spirit departed us on January 7, 2025, at Oswego Health and Rehab.

Jerry Bohannon was born October 17, 1957, to Gerald Lee Bohannon Sr. and Beverly (Walker) Bohannon in Hoisington, Kansas.

As a child, Jerry was fun-loving and athletic and excelled at track and field....

January 5, 2025

Douglas Charles Nading, 67, of Kingsville, Missouri, passed away on Sunday, January 5, 2025, at his home.

He was born on July 18, 1957, in Oswego, Kansas, the son of Charles David and Iona Elaine (Christy) Nading.

On January 19, 1999, he and Sheryl Malloy were united in marriage in Liberty, Missouri.

Doug...

January 5, 2025

Beatrice E. "Bea" Hammer, 87, of Altamont, passed away at 10:39 p.m., Sunday, January 5, 2025, at her home with her daughter, Terri, by her bedside.

Beatrice Evelyn Peterson was born on October 3, 1937, to Adolph and Louva (Norton) Peterson in Athol, New York.  She grew up and attended school in Westbrook, Connecticut.

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January 3, 2025

Nicholas Darin (James Joseph II) Crepinsek, 35, of Joplin, MO, passed away in the early hours of Friday, January 3, 2025, at Freeman West Hospital, Joplin, MO, with his dad and stepmom by his side.

He was born on September 2, 1989, to James and Donna Crepinsek at the Eglin Air Force Base in Florida.

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December 30, 2024

George L. Wade, 72, of Chetopa, passed away the afternoon of Monday, December 30, 2024, at his home.

George LaVern Wade was born on June 22, 1952, to Wilbur Bryan and Lula Belle (Brown) Wade in Akin, South Carolina.  As a young boy, he moved with his family to California, where he grew up and attended school.  ...

December 29, 2024

Terry L. Payne, 77, of Parsons, passed away the morning of Sunday, December 29, 2024, at Advena Living of Cherryvale.

Terry Lee Payne was born on September 18, 1947, to Robert Lee and Mary Colleen (Spencer) Payne in Independence, Kansas.  After graduating from Erie High School, he served in the United States Navy in Vietnam.

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December 25, 2024

Symantha Kay Sexton, 55, of Parsons, passed away at her home on Wednesday, December 25, 2024.  Her death was unexpected.

Symantha Kay Thomas was born to Gaylon Thomas and Loretta Chism on May 2, 1969, in Homestead, Florida.  She was raised by Loretta and Chuck Bishop, who she called Dad.

She lived a life of...

December 22, 2024

John R. Rolls, 81, of Mound Valley, passed away the morning of Sunday, December 22, 2024, at Labette Health.

John Robert Rolls was born on July 5, 1943, to Robert and Gertrude (Chittenden) Rolls in Watsonville, California.  After honorably serving in the United States Navy, John worked as an aerospace mechanic.  After many years in the aerospace...

December 21, 2024

Donald Lee Gibson, 84, of Parsons, passed away the evening of Saturday, December 21, 2024, at the Good Samaritan Society of Parsons.

He was born on September 10, 1940, to Wayne Boyd Gibson, Sr. and Bernita (Chaffee) Gibson in Erie.  He grew up and attended school in Erie, graduating from Erie High School in 1958.

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December 20, 2024

Ronald G. "Ron" Payne, Sr., 69, of Parsons, passed away on Friday, December 20, 2024, at his residence.  His death was unexpected.

Ronald George Payne was born on March 15, 1955, to George Mack and Jacqueline (McKnight) Payne in Kansas City, Missouri.  He grew up and attended school in the Kansas City area.  After high school, Ron...

December 2, 2024

Joan J. Gartner, 81, of Altamont, passed away the morning of Monday, December 2, 2024, at her home.

Joan Janice Pruett was born on November 20, 1943, to Lawrence and Lucille (Sauer) Pruett in Maryland.  As a young girl, she moved with her family to Kansas, where she grew up and attended school.  After graduating from Parsons...

December 2, 2024

Donnie D. Harms, 79, of Chetopa, passed away the afternoon of Monday, December 2, 2024, at his home.  His death was unexpected.

Donnie Dee Harms was born on November 26, 1945, to Earl Gordon and Ruby Arline (Griggs) Harms in Nevada, Missouri.  After graduating from high school and serving in the United States Army, Donnie began a...

November 30, 2024

Mary "Colleen" Crager Cook peacefully passed away and went to join her Heavenly Father November 30, 2024, while surrounded by her family at her home in Rockwall, Texas. She was a devoted wife, mom, and mimi.

Colleen was born on November 22, 1952, in Parsons, Kansas, to Richard "Ben" Crager and Margie McAtee Crager. She grew up...

November 28, 2024

Billie Jean Wallis, 60, of Parsons, Kansas, passed away Thursday, November 28, 2024 at Elm Haven Nursing Home, Parsons.

Complete funeral arrangements will be announced by Forbes-Hoffman Funeral Home of Parsons.

November 23, 2024

Dora Jane Meeks, 98, of Parsons, formerly of Altamont, passed away Saturday evening, November 23, 2024, at Elmhaven East Nursing Home in Parsons.

Dora Jane Meeks was born on April 30, 1926, to Curtis and Dorothy Faye (McClaflin) Meeks in Byron, Oklahoma.

In her younger years, Dora enjoyed playing with her siblings. One of her...

November 17, 2024

Charles F. Oliver, Jr., 68, of Parsons, passed away the morning of Sunday, November 17, 2024, at Labette Health.

Charles Fred Oliver, Jr., was born on September 25, 1956, to Charles Fred and Claudette (Holland) Oliver in Coco, Florida.  As a young boy, he moved with his family to Parsons and later to Waterbury, Connecticut.  While attending...

November 17, 2024

Carroll C. McByers, 76, of Parsons, passed away at 11:56 p.m., Sunday, November 17, 2024, at his home.  He was preceded in death by his wife, Sharon Conner, on June 15, 2022.

The family will receive friends from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., Thursday, November 21, 2024, at the Forbes-Hoffman Funeral Home in Parsons.  A private family...

November 14, 2024

Bonnie L. Hess, 78, of Altamont, passed away the morning of Thursday, November 14, 2024, at her home.

Bonnie Lenee Hase was born on September 25, 1946, to William and Ila (Brubaker) Hase in Ottawa, Kansas.

Bonnie was a loyal and caring individual. This was demonstrated for her working career. She worked for Osawatomie State...

November 13, 2024

Ilene M. Ritz, 78, of Parsons, passed away the morning of Wednesday, November 13, 2024, at Mercy Hospital in Pittsburg.

Ilene Mary Gottschalk was born on May 7, 1946, to John Henry and Georgina Claire (Schulte) Gottschalk in Hays, Kansas.

In her early working years, Ilene worked at the Travel Lodge restaurant in Emporia, Kansas.  ...

November 11, 2024

Linda Louise Tullis, 80, of rural Welch, Oklahoma, passed away on Monday, November 11, 2024, at her home.

Linda was born on November 7, 1944, to Morris "Burr" and Gertrude (Herridge) Yost in Oswego, Kansas.  Linda was raised and lived in the Chetopa, Kansas and Welch, Oklahoma area with the exception of a few years during primary...