November 10, 2024

Ivan Monty Rexwinkle passed peacefully from this life to be with Jesus on November 10, 2024.  He is resting in the arms of God.  Ivan was born on November 29, 1936, to Irvin Monroe Rexwinkle and Verdna Azila (Jones) Rexwinkle in rural Edna, Kansas.

Ivan attended Community Bible Church in Chetopa.  Ivan loved the Lord and his...

November 10, 2024

Ruby F. Lee, 80, of Parsons, passed away on Sunday, November 10, 2024, at Freeman West, Joplin.

Cremation is under the direction of Forbes-Hoffman Funeral Home of Parsons.

Online condolences may be left at www.forbeshoffman.com.

November 3, 2024

Martin Lee Davis, 91, of Grove, Oklahoma, passed away the afternoon of Sunday, November 3, 2024, at Grand Lake Villa in Grove.

He was born on January 8, 1933, to Maynard O. and Neva Fern (Van Boren) Davis near Bartlett, Kansas.  He grew up and attended school in rural Labette County, Kansas, graduating from Labette County Community...

November 2, 2024

Jerry J. Beachner, 86, of Saint Paul, passed away peacefully in his home on the morning of Saturday, November 2, 2024.

Jerry was one of triplets born to Fred and Anna (Brazil) Beachner on April 7, 1938, in Greenbush, Kansas.  As the Spring blizzard of 1938 blanketed the earth, Jerry, along with a brother and sister, were...

October 31, 2024

James H. Marsee, 91, of rural Oswego, passed away the morning of Thursday, October 31, 2024, at his home.

James Homer Marsee was born on August 18, 1933, in Middlesboro, Kentucky, raised by Grandville and Julie (Crawford) Minton.

He honorably served in the United States Marine Corps.  Most of his career, James was a truck...

October 30, 2024

Wilma H. Carter, 97, of Chetopa, passed away the evening of Wednesday, October 30, 2024, at Oswego Health and Rehab.

Wilma Helen Meriweather was born on May 4, 1927, to John Austin "Jack" and Grace (Shrum) Meriweather in rural Chetopa.

Caring for others was Wilma's life work, whether it be working as a certified nurse's...

October 28, 2024

Sherri A. Riggs, 54, of Parsons, passed away at 11:52 a.m., Monday, October 28, 2024, at her home.

Sherri Annette Leon was born on April 11, 1970, to Alfred Louis and Marie Joy (Alley) Leon in Parsons.  She grew up and attended school in Parsons.

One of Sherri's greatest gifts was being able to care...

October 26, 2024

Jolene L. Smith, 82, of Parsons, passed away the afternoon of Saturday, October 26, 2024, at Mercy Hospital in Joplin.

Jolene Louise Westhoff was born on April 22, 1942, to Bernard F. and Louise "Corky" (Baldwin) Westhoff in Parsons.  She grew up in Parsons and attended St. Patrick Catholic School, graduating from St. Patrick Catholic High School...

October 26, 2024

Gaye K. Fisk, 87, of St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away the morning of Saturday, October 26, 2024, at The Cottages of Field Pointe in St. Joseph, Missouri.

Gaye Katherine Keller was born on April 19, 1937, to Eivie E. and Laura Katherine (Fisher) Keller in Rowan County, North Carolina.  She grew up and graduated high school in...

October 23, 2024

Mollie E. Ybarra, 74, of Mound Valley, passed away the morning of Wednesday, October 23, 2024, at Freeman West in Joplin.

Mollie Elizabeth Butler was born on September 28, 1950, to Ephraim Wayne and Dorothy Butler in Sulphur, Louisiana.  She grew up and attended school in Sulphur, where she graduated from high school in 1970.

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October 20, 2024

Marie Lavon Blackburn (Wilson/Noe), 90, of Parsons passed away the morning of Sunday, October 20, 2024, at Good Samaritan Society in Parsons, KS.  Lavon was preceded by her husband, Marvin L. Blackburn on June 23 of this year.

Lavon was born on March 29, 1934, in Farlington, KS to Roy and Gladys (Carnall) Noe.  Lavon grew up...

October 18, 2024

Karen L. Mahan, 69, of Parsons, passed away on Friday, October 18, 2024, at her home.  Her death was unexpected.

Karen Lynn Bush was born on March 4, 1955, to Charles Melvin and Shirley Joyce (Page) Bush in Parsons, Kansas.  She grew up and attended school in Parsons.

For over 30 years, Karen was a...

October 14, 2024

Kay P. Waters, 87, of Shawnee Mission, Kansas, and former long-time resident of Parsons, passed away at 3:58 p.m. on Monday, October 14, 2024, at Advent Health in Shawnee Mission. She had been in declining health, but death was unexpected.

Kay was born on September 28, 1937, in rural Jasper County, Missouri, to Harry Waters and Pansy...

October 13, 2024

Billy G. McGuire, 70, of Oswego, passed away at 6:53 p.m., Sunday, October 13, 2024, at Wesley Medical Center in Wichita.

Billy Gene McGuire was born on October 7, 1954, to Warren Gene and Ruth Ilene (Plotner) McGuire in Cherryvale, Kansas.  He grew up and attended school in Cherryvale.  After high school, Billy earned an associate's degree.  ...

October 7, 2024

Delbert Lee Rexwinkle, 94, of Iola and formerly of Altamont, passed away at 5:10 a.m., Monday, October 7, 2024, at Heartland Meadows in Iola.

Delbert was born on June 17, 1930, in rural Altamont, Kansas, to William and Bessie (More) Rexwinkle.  He spent his entire childhood in rural Altamont and graduated from Labette County Community High School...

October 5, 2024

Spencer A. Gatewood, 30, of Altamont, passed away Saturday, October 5, 2024.

Spencer Alec Gatewood was born on May 13, 1994, to Charles L. "Tuna" Gatewood II and Kristy Sue Hamilton in Parsons.  He grew up and attended school in Parsons, graduating from Labette County High School in 2012.

He continued his education and playing...

October 5, 2024

Larry L. Tompkins, 67, of Independence, passed away at 3:40 p.m., Saturday, October 5, 2024, at Labette Health, Parsons.

Larry Lynn Tompkins was born on November 17, 1956, to Whirly Gay and Addie Mae (Baker) Tompkins in Grants Pass, Oregon.

His love for the outdoors started in his youth, growing up camping, hiking and canoeing.  ...

October 5, 2024

Matthew Wayne Creed Sr., 33, of Parsons, Kansas, passed away on October 5, 2024, due to injuries sustained in a tragic automobile incident. Born on October 27, 1990, in Parsons, Matt was a devoted father, son, brother, and friend, remembered for his incredible strength, kind heart, and deep commitment to his loved ones.

Matt spent his days...

October 4, 2024

Kip Duane Fentress, 62, passed away peacefully on October 4th, 2024 at Pittsburg Care and Rehab.

Kip was born on January 31, 1962 in Parsons, Kansas to Duane "Butch" and Reba (Holm) Fentress.

Kip grew up in Altamont, Kansas and was a 1980 graduate of Labette County Highschool.

He married Josie (Larson) on...

October 1, 2024

Christine Reeve, 81, of McCune, passed away at 5:52 p.m., Tuesday, October 1, 2024, at University of Kansas Medical Center in Kansas City, Kansas.

Ramona Christine Reeve was born on June 17, 1943, to Royal Delbert and Martha Jewel (Miller) Reeve in Contra Costa, California.  She moved with her family to southeast Kansas, where she grew up...