Apr 8, 2024

Virginia R. Beaver, 93, of Olathe and formerly of Parsons, passed away at 5:35 p.m., Monday, April 8, 2024, at Overland Park Regional Hospital in Overland Park.

Virginia Ruth Gnadt was born on March 20, 1931, to Charles E. and Ethel N. (Thompson) Gnadt in Joplin, Missouri.  As a young girl, she grew up and attended school...

Mar 29, 2024

Carl E. Paulie, 70, of Parsons, passed away at 7:55 a.m., Friday, March 29, 2024, at his home.

Carl Edward Paulie was born on January 18, 1954, to John Joseph, Sr. and Theresa Marie (Westhoff) Paulie in St. Paul.  He grew up and attended school in St. Paul.

For a time, he worked for the...

Mar 23, 2024

Mark D. Smith, 71, of Olathe, and formerly of McCune, Kansas, passed away the evening of Saturday, March 23, 2024, at Olathe Medical Center in Olathe, following a serious illness.

Mark Douglas Smith was born on December 31, 1952, to Max A. and Helen E. (Knowles) Smith in Sedan, Kansas, the youngest of three boys. He grew...

Mar 22, 2024

Clyde Lee Longan, 81, of Altamont, passed away peacefully at home on Friday, March 22, 2024.

He was born on March 8, 1943, to Carl and Fay (West) Longan in Springfield, Missouri.  As a young boy, he grew up and attended school in Springfield, graduating from Central High School.  He later earned an Associate's degree in Mechanical...

Mar 16, 2024

Barbara M. Westhoff, 78, of Parsons, passed away at 7:10 a.m., Saturday, March 16, 2024, at Valley Villa Nursing Home in Wamego, Kansas.

Barbara Marie Gale was born on November 21, 1945, to William Henry and Helen Barbara (Ferguson) Gale in Parsons, Kansas.  She grew up and attended school in Parsons, graduating from Parsons High School in...

Mar 10, 2024

Barbara A. Burnett, 75, of Benton, Kansas, passed away on Sunday, March 10, 2024, with her loving husband by her side. Barbara Anita Ferguson was born in Independence, Kansas on September 18th, 1948 to Fred and Bessie Ferguson. Barbara grew up on a farm in Mound Valley with her two younger brothers, Gene and Jerry. She graduated from Labette...

Mar 4, 2024

Louise Hughes Norris left this earthly world on Monday, March 4, 2024, following a brief illness.  In her 94 years, she lived life of faith and gratitude, sharing her love of Christ with everyone she met.

Opal Louise Hughes was born September 4,1929 at a farmhouse in rural Galesburg, Kansas.  She was the daughter of Roleigh Francis...

Mar 4, 2024

Mary Kay Ramsey, 85, of Wichita and former long-time Parsons resident, passed away Monday, March 4, 2024. She began her final trip after a life of devotion to God, family and country.

Mary Kay Ramsey was born on July 30, 1938, to K. Clinton and Mary Esther (Gahagan) Ramsey in Parsons, Kansas.  She grew up in Parsons...

Mar 3, 2024

Barbara J. Wass, 54, of Oologah, Oklahoma, passed away on Sunday, March 3, 2024, at her home.

There will be a graveside service at 10:00 a.m., Monday, March 11, 2024, at Harmony Grove Cemetery near Dennis.

Services are under the care of the Forbes-Hoffman Funeral Home of Parsons.

Mar 3, 2024

Twila D. Beery, 66, of Altamont, passed away the evening of Sunday, March 3, 2024, at her home.

Twila Diane Gobin was born on October 18, 1957, to Darrel Gobin in Wichita, Kansas.

She was united in marriage to Dennis Mitchell Beery, who survives of the home.  Her entire life centered around her family and...

Mar 3, 2024

Christopher Lee "Chris" Carnahan, passed from this life on March 3, 2024, and entered a place of true peace and unconditional love.

Chris was born in Parsons, Kansas, on January 31, 1972, and from the moment he come into this world, he brought great joy to those that knew and loved him. He was a happy baby...

Feb 29, 2024

Zachary Steig, 26, of rural Cherryvale, passed away the afternoon of Thursday, February 29, 2024, at Labette Health in Parsons.

Zachary Dennis Steig was born on January 4, 1998, in Wichita, Kansas.  His life was a testament of love.  As a baby, Zachary was the victim of Shaken Baby Syndrome.  He was adopted by his caregiver, Amy...

Feb 23, 2024

Lowell Wayne Wooten, 73, of Mound Valley, peacefully passed away the morning of Friday, February 23, 2024, at his home surrounded by his loving family.

He grew up in a large family, the youngest of 15 children.  Wayne loved visiting with his family and friends.  He also enjoyed going fishing.

Survivors include:

His...

Feb 23, 2024

Phyllis A. Pracht, 80, of Parsons, passed away the afternoon of Friday, February 23, 2024, at the Parsons Presbyterian Manor.

Phyllis Ann Westhoff was born on January 18, 1944, to Bernard and Louise F. (Baldwin) Westhoff in Parsons, Kansas.  She grew up in Parsons, attending St. Patrick Catholic School.  After graduating from St. Patrick Catholic High School...

Feb 22, 2024

Christina Michal Timm Zentz, 50, of Parsons, passed away on Thursday, February 22, 2024.  She is survived by her devoted husband, Edward Zentz, and loving son, Johnathan Zentz, of the home.

No service has been planned at this time.  Cremation is under the care of the Forbes-Hoffman Funeral Home of Parsons.

Feb 20, 2024

Marion P. Leistikow, 80, of Parsons, passed away the afternoon of Tuesday, February 20, 2024, at her home.

Marion Patricia Franklin was born on March 6, 1943, to Guy David and Edna Mary (McKnight) Franklin in rural Parsons.  She grew up and attended school in rural Parsons at Oak Grove Country School, graduating from Erie High School...

Feb 15, 2024

Helen A. Ozier, 97, longtime Parsons resident, passed away at 7:00 a.m., Thursday, February 15, 2024, at the Parsons Presbyterian Manor.

Helen Ann Nugent was born in Kansas City, Kansas on May 5, 1926.  Her parents were Michael and Helen Nugent. She grew up with her sisters Mary Hortense, and Patricia and a brother, John.  She graduated...

Feb 15, 2024

Michael G. "Mike" Doherty, 72, of St. Paul, passed away the morning of Thursday, February 15, 2024, at his home.

Michael Gerard Doherty was born on December 16, 1951 to Joseph Duane and Virginia Lee (Watson) Doherty in Seneca, Kansas.  As a young boy, he grew up and attended school in Baileyville, Kansas, and during his adolescence...

Feb 12, 2024

Norma L. Ferguson, sister, mother, grandmother and long-time resident of Altamont, passed away surrounded by her family, at 8:55 a.m., Monday, February 12, 2024, at Elmhaven Nursing Home in Parsons.

Norma was born on April 7, 1929, to Arthur and Mary Frances (Hodges) Foss in Rice County, Kansas.  On May 27, 1946, Norma and Ellis Ferguson were...

Feb 12, 2024

Robert Francis "Robbie" Westhoff, 68, of Parsons, passed away the afternoon of Monday, February 12, 2024, at his home.

He was born on January 15, 1956, to Lloyd "Curly" and Elizabeth (Fanning) Westhoff in Parsons.  He grew up with his six siblings in Parsons, attending Parsons schools and graduating from Parsons High School in 1974.

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