Sep 8, 2023

Danny L. Castle, 81, of Chetopa, passed away Friday, September 8, 2023, at his residence.

Danny Leroy Castle was born at home on October 2, 1941, to Leroy and Elsie (Jarrett) Castle in Chetopa, Kansas.  He grew up, attending and graduating from Chetopa High School.

He was a truck driver by profession, but a jack...

Sep 4, 2023

Frances L. Ashen, 96, of Parsons, passed away at 3:00 p.m., Monday, September 4, 2023, at Labette Health.

Frances Lee Barrow was born on June 28, 1927, to William and Maude (Holland) Barrow in Cairo, Illinois.

She married Warren E. Ashen.  For a time, the couple lived in California, where they owned and operated a...

Aug 27, 2023

Danny Joe Gambill, 66, of Chetopa, passed from this life to his Heavenly home on Sunday, August 27, 2023, doing what he loved, scouting for deer out in the woods at one of his favorite hunting spots outside of Chetopa.

Danny was born October 4, 1956, in Parsons, Kansas, to Joseph and Helen (Brown) Gambill. Danny attended...

Aug 23, 2023

Herman E. "Sonny" Johnson, 84, of Parsons, passed away at 7:44 a.m., Wednesday, August 23, 2023, at Mercy Hospital in Springfield, Missouri.

Herman Eugene Johnson was born on July 19, 1939, to Norman and Gladys (Cullom) Johnson in Parsons, Kansas.  He grew up and attended school in Parsons, graduating from Parsons High School.

Baseball was...

Aug 22, 2023

Michael J. "Mike" Bogner, 64, of Parsons, passed away Tuesday, August 22, 2023, at Labette Health.  His death was unexpected.

Michael Joseph Bogner was born on September 9, 1958, to George and Patricia (Schill) Bogner in Hutchinson, Kansas.  As a young boy, he moved with his family to a farm outside of Parsons, where he grew up...

Aug 20, 2023

Carol Sue Vail-Bowen, 91, of Coffeyville, passed away Sunday, August 20, 2023, at Coffeyville Regional Medical Center.

Carol was born October 21, 1931, in Wichita then adopted at age five by William and Bessie (Parker) Engler and raised in Parsons, graduating from high school in 1949.

In 1950, she married Raymond Vail and together they...

Aug 16, 2023

Harriet Kay Creitz, 85, of rural Cherryvale, passed away at 10:03 a.m., Wednesday, August 16, 2023, at Labette Health.

Harriet Kay Kite was born on December 10, 1937, to Harry and Moneta (Bolinger) Kite in Parsons, Kansas.

Survivors include:

One son – Steve Stewart of Cherryvale, Kansas

Three daughters – Toni...

Aug 15, 2023

Mary Malissa Forbes, 72, of Parsons, peacefully passed away the afternoon of Tuesday, August 15, 2023, at her home after a six-year battle with amyloidosis.

Malissa was born on December 7, 1950, to John and Lelah (Gregg) Forbes in Parsons, Kansas.  She grew up and attended school in Parsons, graduating from St. Patrick High School in 1968....

Aug 10, 2023

Alta Grace Wells, 104, passed away Thursday, August 10, 2023, at Woodridge Estates in Parsons.

Alta was born May 6, 1919, to Charles D. and Bertha F. (Phillips) Nading, in rural Oswego. She grew up in rural Oswego attending school there. On November 18, 1938, she married Ellis Wells in Columbus, Kansas. They made their home in...

Aug 10, 2023

Cathy Ann Baker, 62, of Parsons, died August 10, 2023, at her residence in Parsons. Cremation was chosen. No services are planned at this time.

Aug 9, 2023

Darla J. Kristin, 66, of Pittsburg, passed away August 9, 2023 at her residence in Pittsburg. A complete obituary and service information will be announced by Forbes-Hoffman Funeral Home.

Aug 7, 2023

Ian Cole Fox, 28, of Winchester, Kentucky, passed away August 7, 2023, shortly after celebrating his 5th wedding anniversary.  Ian's life was tragically taken while visiting family in McCune.

He was born on December 2, 1994, in Parsons, Kansas, to Nicole Richardson Fox and Nathan Fox.

From an early age, Ian loved sports, especially K-State...

Aug 6, 2023

Terry D. Miracle, 66, of Edna, passed away the morning of Sunday, August 6, 2023, at his home.

Terry Dean Miracle was born on March 21, 1957, to George and Betty (Young) Miracle in Grand Junction, Colorado.  As a young boy, he grew up and attended school in Grand Junction, graduating from Grand Junction High School in...

Aug 6, 2023

It is with heavy hearts we announce the passing of Michael Joseph Slack, or as some would call "Joe," "Slack," or "Joey," a man of kindness and compassion, on August 6, 2023. Born on April 2, 1998, Michael had a personality that could bring you peace and comfort in the most trying of times. He was a beacon of...

Aug 3, 2023

Mickey R. Hinman, 66, of Parsons, passed away on Thursday, August 3, 2023, at his home after a brief illness.

Mickey Ray Hinman was born on April 18, 1957, to Marvin and Ruth Marie (Sturgis) Hinman in Joplin, Missouri.  He grew up and attended school in Parsons.

For many years, Mickey owned and operated his...

Jul 31, 2023

Albert "Al" Dean Barker, 92, of Chanute, KS, passed away peacefully in his home Monday July 31st, 2023, with his family by his side.

Albert was born on May 17th, 1931, in Chanute, the son of George Barker and Mamie Viola (Hoffman) Folk.

At a young age, Albert enjoyed living on the farm of Les...

Jul 30, 2023

Wilma E. Allison, 93, of Parsons and formerly of Altamont, passed away at 4:30 p.m., Sunday, July 30, 2023, at Parsons Presbyterian Manor.

Wilma Elizabeth Stice was born on November 23, 1929, in rural Labette County.  She grew up and attended school in Oswego.

On August 2, 1952, Wilma and Raymond Allison were united in...

Jul 27, 2023

Cheryl C. Hazen, 67, of rural Parsons, passed away on Thursday, July 27, 2023, at her home.

Cheryl Cristine Lytle was born on April 7, 1956, to Harold and Virginia (Ermey) Lytle in Coffeyville, Kansas.

Caring for others was at the center of Cheryl's life.  Over the years, Cheryl worked in various positions in the...

Jul 23, 2023

Kenneth G. Reed, 78, of Chetopa, passed away at 3:10 p.m., Sunday, July 23, 2023, at his home surrounded by his loving family.

Kenneth Gail Reed was born on June 19, 1945, to James and Armina Claudine (Riddle) Reed in Oswego, Kansas.  Born and raised in a Christian home, he grew up and attended school in the...

Jul 20, 2023

LeRoy J. "Roy" Myers, 62, of Parsons, passed away at 8:35 a.m., Thursday, July 20, 2023, at his home.

LeRoy Jay Myers was born on April 11, 1961, to LeRoy Jasper and Barbara Jane (Miles) Myers in Parsons.  He grew up and attended school in rural Parsons and various other places around the country as he moved...